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Calhoun County Commission and Anniston City Council Votes Unanimously to Reconvene Oversight Committee for McClellan Development Authority

MDA Oversight Committee Reconvened

Calhoun County, AL – In a pivotal move towards enhancing governance and oversight, the Anniston City Council voted unanimously during a special called meeting on Monday night to reactivate the long-dormant oversight committee of the McClellan Development Authority (MDA). This strategic decision aligns with the city’s broader objective of assuming the role of developer and overseer […]

U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers Supports Legislation for Ongoing Impeachment Inquiry into Joe Biden’s Business Dealings

Rep. Rogers Votes for Impeachment Inquiry into President Biden

Washington D.C. – In a move aimed at continuing and intensifying the impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden’s business dealings, U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (AL-03) voted in favor of legislation. The action, taken by House Republicans, underscores their commitment to investigating allegations of questionable business transactions involving President Biden and his family with foreign countries. The […]

HopeUNITED, in Anniston, Secures $10,000 Elevate Grant to Combat Human Trafficking

Hope United

Anniston, AL – In a significant stride towards combating human trafficking, the United Way of East Central Alabama’s HopeUNITED Anti-Trafficking Initiative has been awarded a generous $10,000 grant from the Alabama Power Foundation. The Elevate Grant is earmarked for initiatives focused on both intervention and prevention of human trafficking within our communities. HopeUNITED is dedicated to […]

Oxford City Council December 12, 2023

Oxford City Council Meeting

Oxford, AL – Oxford held their regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday December 12th, 2023. Call to Order Welcome/Invocation – Keith McCullough, Oxford First Baptist Church Pledge of Allegiance Approval of Minutes of November 28, 2023 Old Business – None New Business Presentation: City of Oxford Christmas Decorating Contest Awards Presentation: The Oxford Arts Council was […]

Federal Agents Arrest Seven: Major Drug, Gun, and Fraud Bust in Anniston

Federal Agents Arrest Seven: Major Drug, Gun, and Fraud Bust in Anniston

Anniston, AL – In a coordinated effort between federal agents and law enforcement, a high-stakes crackdown resulted in the arrest of seven individuals linked to a web of drug trafficking, gun-related offenses, and fraudulent activities. The operation, carried out on Wednesday, targeted a network operating across multiple locations. Jamar Dariunte Clay, 36, of Anniston, stands accused […]

ASWA Basketball Poll

White Plains coach Chris Randall gives instruction during the Wildcats’ game against Alexandria. They are No. 3 in Class 4A in the season’s first ASWA poll. (Photo by Joe Medley)

Calhoun County, AL – The Alabama Sports Writers Association high school basketball rankings began with teams reporting results to their local sports writers, and those writers nominating them for consideration. GIRLS CLASS 7A 1. Bob Jones (9-3) 2. Sparkman (9-3) 3. Chelsea (14-0) 4. Vestavia Hills (13-1) 5. Hoover (6-3) 6. Davidson (11-4) 7. Hewitt-Trussville (11-3) […]