Anniston Police Department Youth Explorer Program Celebrates Graduation
Anniston, AL – The Anniston Police Department (APD) held a heartfelt graduation ceremony on Friday, July 26, to celebrate the completion of its Youth Explorer Program (YES). The event, held at the Anniston Community Center, marked the end of an intensive eight-week program designed to introduce local high school students to the field of law enforcement. […]
H3aling Handz to Host Back 2 School Basketball Tournament at Jacksonville Community Center
Jacksonville, AL – The Jacksonville Community Center is gearing up for its annual Back 2 School Basketball Tournament on Monday, July 29th. The tournament will run from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and promises to be an exciting event for high school students. The tournament features a 3 vs 3 format with a grand prize of […]
AlaBenton Genealogical Society to Host Annual Summer Workshop at Anniston Library
Anniston, AL – The Anniston Public Library will be the venue for the AlaBenton Genealogical Society’s Annual Summer Workshop on August 3. The event, which will begin at 11:30 a.m., will take place in the Ayers Room. This year’s workshop will feature Dr. Ronald Fritze, a distinguished scholar who graduated from Cambridge University and is currently […]
Gadsden State Community College Increases Revenue with Special Building Fee Increase
Gadsden, AL – Gadsden State Community College is set to boost its annual revenue by approximately $600,000 through an increase in the special building fee. Beginning in the fall semester, the fee will rise from $12 to $20 per credit hour. This adjustment is part of the college’s ongoing efforts to enhance its infrastructure. “The special […]
Anniston Police Department Swears in Two New Officers
Anniston, AL – The Anniston Police Department recently welcomed two new officers, Jalon Lewis and Tristan Cochran, in a ceremony attended by family, friends, and community members. The event marked the beginning of their journey in law enforcement and highlighted the support and dedication required for the role. The ceremony began with expressions of gratitude for the […]
Alabama Attorney General Urges U.S. Senate to Support the SAVE Act for Election Integrity
Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall, along with attorneys general from 21 other states, has called on the U.S. Senate to support the Safeguard American Voter and Eligibility (SAVE) Act. This bipartisan bill aims to enhance election integrity by ensuring that only U.S. citizens can vote in federal elections. The SAVE Act has already […]
Every Word from Calhoun County Media Day
Videos from press conferences for all 13 teams that participated in Friday’s Calhoun County Quarterback Club Media Day activities at Anniston Country Club. For more details read the ealier article. White Plains Ohatchee Weaver Pleasant Valley Anniston Oxford Wellborn Saks Alexandria Jacksonville Donoho Jacksonville Christian Piedmont
ADEM Proposes Consent Order for Oxford Subdivision Violations
Montgomery, AL – The Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) has announced a proposed Consent Order for GC Group Holdings, LLC, the operator of Carteron Heights Subdivision in Oxford, Calhoun County, Alabama. The order addresses violations related to construction activities under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). According to ADEM, the violations involved […]
Calhoun County Gardening – Blooming Through the Heat: 16-Week-Old Dahlias Flourish at Sensory Gardens
Calhoun County, AL –Photos are 16 week old dahlia tubers! Looking lovely beyond the excessive heat! July 4th had a heat index of 105°. Dahlias like up to 85°. These dahlia tubers I planted April 1st as a volunteer with Calhoun County Master Gardeners. I use an organic soil recipe. I applied pruning techniques at […]
Media Day in Calhoun County
Anniston, AL – Answers to why some don’t transfer, why NIL looms over Alabama high school sports, why colorful new helmets and why colorful nicknames. By Joe Medley Highlights from the sixth annual Calhoun County Quarterback Club football media day, Friday at Anniston Country Club. Check, please Who knows which of the 13 high school […]