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Local Jacksonville Author Mary Zinola Releases Powerful Book “Sojourners”

Local Jacksonville Author Mary Zinola Releases Powerful Book Sojourners

Jacksonville, AL – Mary Zinola, a proud graduate of Jacksonville High School in 1976, has recently added a new chapter to her life by becoming a published author with her book, “Sojourners.” Born and raised in Jacksonville, her connection to the community runs deep, having spent countless hours in the local library alongside her grandmother, […]

U.S. Senator Katie Britt Introduces Legislation Addressing Agricultural Cybersecurity and Foreign Ownership Concern

U.S. Senator Katie Britt, Colleagues Introduce Legislation Defending American Agriculture

Washington D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.), serving as the ranking member of the Homeland Security Subcommittee of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, has recently collaborated with her colleagues in introducing significant legislation aimed at addressing two critical issues—foreign adversaries’ increasing ownership of American land and the escalating cyber threats to the nation’s crucial […]

Anniston Library’s Winter Book Sale: A Literary Wonderland Awaits

Winter Book Sale

Anniston, AL – Book enthusiasts, mark your calendars! The Anniston Library is set to host a Winter Book Sale on February 3rd from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, inviting the community to explore a treasure trove of literary delights. This event promises to be a haven for bibliophiles, offering a diverse collection of hardbacks and paperbacks […]

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Alabama Presents: Mardi Gras 2024 Gala

BBBS Mardi Gras

Gadsden, AL – Get ready to put on your festive masks and join the celebration at the Mardi Gras 2024 Gala hosted by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Alabama. Taking place on Saturday, February 3rd, at 210 At the Tracks in Gadsden, this dazzling event promises an evening of dinner, dancing, and fun, all for […]

Prep Basketball in Calhoun County

Prep basketball

Calhoun County, AL – Saks boys follow up victory over Piedmont with victory over Weaver to take area’s No. 2 seed. White Plains, Jacksonville, Faith Christian, Southside, B.B. Comer boys victorious. JCA’s Gannaway amasses big night. Piedmont, Weaver, Southside and Cherokee County girls win. Friday scoreboard BOYS Anniston 57, Handley 28 Saks 56, Weaver 51 Jacksonville […]

Anniston Photo Gallery

Anniston Photo Gallery

Anniston, AL – Anniston High’s boys avenge Jan. 9 loss, top Handley in Class 4A, Area 8 play Friday at Anniston. Handley will play host to the area tournament. Photos by Joe Medley Anniston’s Isaiah Allen goes up for a dunk against Handley on Friday at Anniston. Anniston’s Jacorey Lane takes it to the hoop against […]

Historic Main Street Oxford’s 2023 Year A Resounding Success

Historic Mainstreet 2023 Snapshot

Oxford, AL – As 2024 planning is swiftly underway Historic Main Street Oxford (HMSO) took a moment to celebrate a 2023 filled with remarkable achievements, growth, and community engagement. Guided by its Four Point Approach strategy—Organization, Promotion, Design, and Economic Vitality—HMSO stood as a beacon of community-based, volunteer-driven revitalization efforts, making Oxford a shining example of […]

Anniston Dancing Queens

Anniston’s girls dance after beating Handley on Friday to clinch the right to play host to the Class 4A, Area 8 tournament. (Photo by Joe Medley)

Anniston, AL – Anniston girls break into dance after avenging loss, earning right to play host to area tournament. Anniston’s boys roll past short-handed Handley. Friday scoreboard BOYS Anniston 57, Handley 28 Saks 56, Weaver 51 Jacksonville 71, Cherokee County 37 Faith Christian 42, Donoho 34 Winterboro 54, Wadley 42 White Plains 53, Piedmont 35 Valley […]