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Two-Vehicle Crash Causes Road Blockage in Calhoun County

Road Closure

Calhoun County, AL – A two-vehicle crash occurred at approximately 3:16 p.m. on Friday, May 24, causing significant disruption on Alabama 9. The northbound lane of the highway is completely blocked and will remain so for an undetermined amount of time. Troopers from the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division are on the […]

Anniston to Host ‘Up Against Violence’ Event at Zinn Park

RISE Event

Anniston, AL – On Saturday, June 1st, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, the Realize Your Self-Worth Everyday (R.Y.S.E.) Youth Mentoring Program, in collaboration with the Anniston Housing Authority, will host the ‘Up Against Violence’ event at Zinn Park. Sponsored by the Coosa Valley RC&D Council, this free event aims to bring the community together […]

ALEA Urges Road and Waterway Safety as Memorial Day Weekend Approaches

From the Highway to the Holiday, ALEA Launches ‘101 Days of Summer Safety’

Montgomery, AL – With Memorial Day weekend fast approaching, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is calling on all motorists and waterway users to prioritize safety. As a significant increase in travel is expected, ALEA is intensifying efforts to ensure the well-being of all citizens and visitors. In conjunction with the start of National Safe […]

Oxford Public Library to Host Summer Reading Program Kickoff with Miss Calliope

Miss Calliope Show

Oxford, AL – The Oxford Alabama Public Library is excited to announce the kickoff of its Summer Reading Program with a special event featuring the dynamic Miss Calliope. The event will take place on Friday, May 31st, at 2:00 PM at the Oxford Public Library, located at 110 E 6th Street, Oxford, AL 36203. The […]

Alabama Attorney General Leads 20-State Brief Supporting Amish Religious Freedoms

Attorney General Marshall Leads Brief Protecting Amish Schools from New York’s Vaccine Mandates

Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall is leading a coalition of 20 states in filing an amicus brief in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, supporting the religious freedoms of the Amish community in rural New York. The brief addresses penalties imposed on Amish-only private schools by the state of […]

Jacksonville State University School of Nursing Reaffirms Accreditation

Jax State nursing students train in one of their newly renovated simulation labs at the South Complex. Below, right- A Jax State nursing student trains aboard a Life Saver helicopter. (JSU Photos)

Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University (Jax State) School of Nursing is proud to announce the reaffirmation of accreditation for its nursing programs by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). This accreditation, extended until June 30, 2034, covers Jax State’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), and Doctor […]

Senate Debate Continues as Laken Riley Act Blocked for Second Time

Katie Brit

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.), ranking member of the Senate Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee, this yesterday   delivered a speech on the Senate floor urging the passage of the Laken Riley Act. Joined by Senator Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), Britt highlighted the bipartisan support for the bill and expressed frustration at its recent […]