Wednesday was the first day of school for students in the Elmore County Public School System but especially for kindergarten students. Some reluctantly let go of their parents and others jumped right into the adventure. 

Businesses have been opening all over Wetumpka in recent weeks, including the Family Sunshine Center, Eagle Motor Group and Heart 2 Heart Uniforms.

George’s River Market & Butchery shop located at 201 Spring St. in downtown Wetumpka held its grand opening recently. George’s is the only farm-to-market butcher shop in the county, as most of the fresh-cut beef, pork and lamb is raised on the family’s 400-acre farm in Eclectic. The shop…

The eighth annual Arti Gras festival was held Friday and Saturday at Russell Crossroads. It is a juried art show and makers market that showcases artisans from around Lake Martin and across the state. There were tons of vendors and guests as well both days. Wares included jewelry, paintings,…

The 43rd annual Russell Marine Boat Parade on Lake Martin was held at Kowaliga Restaurant and Children's Harbor on Thursday morning. At least 25 boats rode through the parade, most of which were decked out in red, white and blue. Some were dressed in themes like the Boston Tea Party, Lake Ma…

Last week more than 20 high schoolers checked into Discovery MedCamp Career Exploration at Camp Chandler for a chance to see career options in the medical field. The students performed an 'operation' and more at Elmore Community Hospital.