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Calhoun County Represents in All-State Softball

Alexandria’s Pressley Slaton jogs into a mob of teammates after her home run at Pleasant Valley on April 16. She is the ASWA Class 5A hitter of the year.

Calhoun County, AL – The 2024 Alabama Sports Writers Association all-state softball team. Local writers gathered and submitted nominees from coaches, and a panel of writers voted on May 29 in Montgomery. ASWA ALL-STATE SOFTBALL TEAM CLASS 7A FIRST TEAM ALL-STATE P: Vic Moten, Daphne, Jr. P: Sara Phillips, Hewitt-Trussville, Sr. P: Olivia Christian, Hoover, […]

Anniston Library to Host Professor Whizzpop for Magical Summer Event

Professor WhizzPop!

Anniston, AL – Get ready for a magical adventure at the Anniston Library as Professor Whizzpop takes the stage on Thursday, June 13th. The event promises to be filled with laughter, wonder, and excitement as Professor Whizzpop dazzles audiences with his magic tricks, comedy, and more. Part of the library’s “Adventure Begins at Your Library” […]

Eight Sentenced to Federal Prison for Theft Conspiracy at Anniston Army Depot

Eight sentenced in theft of military goods from Anniston Army Depot

Anniston, AL – Eight individuals have been sentenced to federal prison for their involvement in a scheme to steal government-owned property from the Anniston Army Depot (ANAD). Over several years, police officers and civilian employees at ANAD conspired to steal millions of dollars worth of military property, which was then sold through middlemen to a […]

Gadsden State Community College Student-Athletes Honored for Academic Excellence

Cardinal athletes named to spring academic honor roll

Gadsden, AL – Several student-athletes from Gadsden State Community College, along with four athletic teams, have been recognized for their academic achievements by being named to the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Spring 2024 Commissioner’s Academic Honor Roll. To qualify, these student-athletes maintained a 3.0 GPA or higher while completing at least 12 credit hours […]

Jacksonville Public Library to Host Morse Code Bracelet Workshop

Morse Code Bracelets

Jacksonville, AL – The Jacksonville Public Library is inviting the community to a creative and educational event on Saturday, June 15th, at 11:00 AM. Attendees will have the opportunity to design their own Morse code bracelets, encoding secret messages into stylish accessories. This engaging workshop not only offers a fun crafting experience but also introduces […]