LaFayette Sun

Bulldogs win against Long, but drop heartbreaker to Handley

Bulldogs win against Long, but drop heartbreaker to Handley

Editorial StaffDec 4, 20241 min read

By Pamela Whitlow The LaFayette Bulldogs basketball teams traveled during the holiday Thanksgiving break to Dale County to take on George W. Long.The Boys Junior Varsity team crushed the Rebels with a 44-29 win.The Varsity Bulldogs boys eeked out a…

Obituary: Ms. Barbara (Short Cake) Calloway Ashford

Obituary: Ms. Barbara (Short Cake) Calloway Ashford

Editorial StaffDec 4, 20241 min read

Ms. Barbara (Short Cake) Calloway Ashford, 53, of LaFayette died Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at East Alabama Medical Center, Opelika. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at White Hall Baptist Church, LaFayette at 12:00 p.m. (CST)…

Christmas Committee kicks off holiday season

Christmas Committee kicks off holiday season

Editorial StaffDec 4, 20243 min read

By John BriceCorrespondent Seasons greetings were in full swing with a tree lighting event outside the courthouse entrance in downtown LaFayette hosted by the Christmas Committee during the evening hours of Sunday, December 1st of 2024.LaFayette Christmas Committee Chair Adrian…

Mike’s Musings: Words to live by

Mike’s Musings: Words to live by

Editorial StaffDec 4, 20243 min read

I found this post on Facebook. I unfortunately don’t know who the author is, but I haven’t read anything lately, that expresses best, how to live our life. Follow these basic tenets and you will be a great person. Personally,…

Rebels repeat as state champions

Rebels repeat as state champions

Editorial StaffNov 27, 20243 min read

By Katie McElvy In front of a large crowd on a cool Thursday night, the Chambers Academy Rebels took the field at Cramton Bowl to face off against the Bessemer Academy Rebels in the AISA AAA State Championship. The Rebel…

Those giving blood get free turkey

Those giving blood get free turkey

Editorial StaffNov 27, 20241 min read

The LaFayette Police Department partnered with LifeSouth to offer a free turkey to those that gave blood on Monday.The next blood drive will be coming up this Saturday November 29th and November 30th from 8am to 4pm at the Wellness…

Mike’s Musings: Stop with excuses, buy local first

Mike’s Musings: Stop with excuses, buy local first

Editorial StaffNov 27, 20243 min read

It’s small business Saturday this weekend, and that gives me an excuse as to why you should shop with your small retailers and stay away from the big chains and online buying.Our small towns are treasures. People love to visit…

Bulldogs manage one win, but lose three

Bulldogs manage one win, but lose three

Editorial StaffNov 20, 20241 min read

By Pamela WhitlowThe LaFayette Bulldogs varsity basketball team kicked off the basketball season last week with a very busy schedule.The Bulldogs hosted Lee-Scott Academy during school hours, falling short 75-63.Jordan Johnson lead the Dawgs with 18 points and Jr Robinson…

RockingFest returned for fifth year to LaFayette

RockingFest returned for fifth year to LaFayette

Editorial StaffNov 20, 20242 min read

By John BriceCorrespondent RockingFest On the Square returned for its fifth year in a row in downtown LaFayette on Alabama Avenue East and First Street Southeast during the late morning and afternoon hours of Saturday, November 16th of 2024. Ringing…

Lanett schools unveil remodeled fine arts center

Lanett schools unveil remodeled fine arts center

Editorial StaffNov 20, 20241 min read

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held at the newly remodeled Verdis F. Bible Fine Arts Center in Lanett last week. The Lanett City Schools Superintendent, Dr. Jennifer Boyd, revealed the newly renovated Fine Arts Center, dedicated to Mr. Verdis F.…

Mike’s Musings: Thanksgiving a time for family, not politics

Mike’s Musings: Thanksgiving a time for family, not politics

Editorial StaffNov 20, 20243 min read

As we approach Thanksgiving and the holiday season I would like to make a few observations.First, I don’t think we need to get upset over politics. I’ve read on social media, where if you voted for Trump you will not…

Rebels roll to Round 2 of playoffs

Rebels roll to Round 2 of playoffs

Editorial StaffNov 13, 20243 min read

By Katie McElvy The Rebel defense opened the first round of the AISA AAA Playoffs with a three-and-out, and Luke Tarver followed with a 23-yard pick up and a 30-yard touchdown run as Chambers hosted the Clarke Prep Gators.The Gators…

Veterans Day celebrated with parade in LaFayette

Veterans Day celebrated with parade in LaFayette

Editorial StaffNov 13, 20243 min read

By John BriceCorrespondent Community leaders and local residents gathered together for a Veterans Day parade and celebration in the vicinity of Hospital Street and B Street in LaFayette during the morning hours of Saturday, November 9th of 2024. In a…

Weldon wins Superintendent, Newton Wins School Board on Election Day

Weldon wins Superintendent, Newton Wins School Board on Election Day

Editorial StaffNov 13, 20243 min read

By John BriceCorrespondent Voter turnout reached record levels in Chambers County for Election Day 2024 with a benchmark 53.37% of registered voters heading to the polls on this past Tuesday, November 5th. Presidential politics surely played a key role in…

Mike’s Musings: Recalling a grassfire that I started, and praising those that rescue us

Mike’s Musings: Recalling a grassfire that I started, and praising those that rescue us

Editorial StaffNov 13, 20243 min read

I missed Fire Prevention Week by a month, but I do want to send a shout out to the brave firefighters in this country.I have never had a fire burn down my house (fortunately) but I did have a grass…

2024 Election Results

2024 Election Results

JordanNov 7, 20242 min read

2024 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION RESULTS WINNER – DONALD TRUMP  MICHIGAN 2024 ELECTION RESULTS PRESIDENT – DONALD TRUMP Donald Trump – 2,794,257, 49.7%Kamala Harris- 2,713,281, 48.3% SENATOR – ELISSA SLOTKIN Elissa Slotkin – 2,690,225, 48.6%Mike Rogers – 2,671,872, 48.3% 2ND CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT – JOHN…

Bulldogs close season with 37-0 win

Editorial StaffNov 6, 20241 min read

The LaFayette Bulldogs closed out their 2024 football season last Friday against the Barbour County Jaguars. LaFayette traveled to Clayton, Alabama and defeated the Jaguar’s 37-0.The Dogs were in search of ending the season with a “W” after suffering a…

Trunk or Treat returns to downtown LaFayette for Halloween

Trunk or Treat returns to downtown LaFayette for Halloween

Editorial StaffNov 6, 20243 min read

By John BriceCorrespondent Local children and their families were fortunate to enjoy a Halloween trunk or treat event hosted by LaFayette Main Street in downtown on Alabama Avenue East between LaFayette Street South and First Street Southeast during the early…

Architect voices concerns about city hall renovation

Editorial StaffNov 6, 20243 min read

By John BriceCorrespondent The LaFayette City Council met on Monday, November 4th of 2024 at the Chambers County Farmers Federation Agricultural Center at the ALFA building in LaFayette. In attendance were Mayor Kenneth Vines, Councilman Terry G. Mangram, Councilman David…