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Congressman Rogers Announces $74,857.14 Federal Funding for Alexandria Volunteer Fire Department

Rep. Rogers Secures Over $915K in Federal Funding for First Responders in AL-03

Washington D.C. – U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (AL-03) announced that the Alexandria Volunteer Fire Department in Calhoun County will receive $74,857.14 in federal funding. This allocation is part of over $915,000 awarded to first responders in East Alabama through the Department of Homeland Security’s FY 2023 Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program. The grant program is […]

Jacksonville Police Stats 7/14/2024-7/21/2024

Jacksonville, AL – The Jacksonville Police Department has shared the weekly stats for the dates of7/14/2024-7/21/2024. There were a total of 228 answered calls for service. There were 52 criminal incident/offense reports taken. There were four felony arrests made and 15 misdemeanor arrests. There were five traffic accidents, 184 traffic stops, and 84 citations/written warnings […]

From Tee to Trophy at Calhoun County Golf Tournament

Tee Brown (left) collects his trophy Sunday after winning the Etowah County Open on The Links at Briarmeade. (Photo by Joe Medley)

Glencoe, AL – A day short of his 26th birthday, Brown scores his first victory on the Calhoun County Golf Tour, winning the Etowah County Open. By Joe Medley  Big things are happening in Tee Brown’s life. The Twin Bridges assistant pro turns 26 Monday, has a daughter due in November, and those aren’t even […]

Jacksonville State University Bids Farewell to Jack Hopper Dining Hall

Jacksonville, AL – Today marks the final day for the beloved Jack Hopper Dining Hall at Jacksonville State University, which will close its doors at 6 p.m. after 62 years of service. The closure paves the way for the grand opening of a new, state-of-the-art dining facility on Tuesday, July 23 at 7 a.m. Located next […]

Anniston Museum and Gardens To Host Navy-Themed Art Class

Anniston, AL – The Anniston Museum and Gardens is offering a unique and engaging navy-themed art class on Wednesday, July 24th, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. The class, hosted at the Berman Museum, provides an opportunity for participants to explore the fascinating world of naval communication through flags. Did you know that ships can communicate […]

Etowah Open

Etowah Open

Glencoe, AL – Former Hokes Bluff High, Jax State golfer Contris shoots 8-under-par 63, leads by four strokes going into Sunday’s final round. By Joe Medley The 2024 Calhoun County Golf Tour appears well on its way to its sixth winner in six points events, and Zach Contris could get his first Tour victory. Zach […]

Summer Camp Launches at Redbird Willow Farm in Calhoun County

Redbird Willow Camp

Anniston, AL – Redbird Willow Farm has launched an exciting new summer camp today, offering a unique blend of education and fun for children aged 5-12. Running from July 22nd to July 26th, the camp promises a week filled with engaging activities centered around farm life and animal care. Camp hours are from 9 a.m. to […]