Most Wanted in Calhoun County | August 13, 2024
Calhoun County, AL – Each week the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office released their current “Most Wanted” list. An “FTA” means that a person failed to appear for a court date and does not necessarily mean guilty of a criminal charge. A “Probation Violation” means that a person has been found guilty of a charge and […]
Anti-Human Trafficking Town Hall Engages Oxford Community in Combatting Local Issues
Oxford, AL — The Oxford Civic Center was abuzz last night as it hosted a pivotal town hall event addressing the critical issue of human trafficking in Northeast Alabama. The gathering, which kicked off at 6:30 p.m., saw an impressive turnout of educators, parents, professionals, college students, church leaders, concerned citizens, and service providers, all […]
July Monthly Activity Report: Insights from the Piedmont Police Department
Piedmont, AL – The City of Piedmont Police Department lists their activity for the public to view. Within this report are some abbreviations that may not be known to everyone. F.T.A – Failure to Appear, someone did not go to a court date and a judge has issued a warrant for their arrest. F.T.P. – Failure […]
Calhoun County Chamber Partners with Jacksonville State University for Inaugural LEAD Program
Anniston, AL – The Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center has launched a new initiative in partnership with Jacksonville State University (Jax State) aimed at educating graduating students about the opportunities within Calhoun County and fostering essential networking connections among peers. The LEAD program, which stands for Leadership, Education, and Development, is set to […]
Jacksonville Police Department Thwarts Multi-State Theft Ring, Recovers $113,000 in Stolen Merchandise
Jacksonville, AL – The Jacksonville Police Department, led by Chief Marcus Wood, has successfully apprehended suspects involved in a multi-state theft operation that targeted Walmart stores over the past two years. The coordinated effort by the department’s officers and support staff brought an end to the crime spree on July 9, following a swift and effective […]
Senator Katie Britt Secures $20 Million Increase for Maternal Health Research in FY25 Appropriations Bill
Washington D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.), a member of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, has successfully secured a $20 million increase in funding for the National Institutes of Health’s (NIH) Implementing a Maternal Health and Pregnancy Outcomes Vision for Everyone (IMPROVE) Initiative. The funding boost is included in the Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) Labor, […]
Jacksonville State University Opens New Model STEM Lab to Empower Educators
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University (Jax State) and its Regional Inservice Center (RIC) celebrated the grand opening of a new model STEM lab on Thursday morning, marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by several distinguished guests. The state-of-the-art lab is designed to inspire and equip educators with the tools and knowledge needed to foster curiosity […]
Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen Moves to Clean Voter Rolls of Noncitizens
Montgomery, AL – After taking office on January 16, 2023, Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen quickly implemented strategies aimed at ensuring the state maintains the cleanest and most accurate voter file in the country. A key part of this effort involves identifying and addressing the presence of noncitizens on Alabama’s voter rolls. Today, Secretary Allen […]
Forty Gadsden State Student-Athletes Named to NJCAA All-Academic Teams
Gadsden, AL – Gadsden State Community College has announced that 40 of its student-athletes have been named to the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) All-Academic Teams for the 2023-24 academic year. These teams honor student-athletes nationwide who have demonstrated exceptional dedication in the classroom, achieving a GPA of 3.60 or higher. Across the country, a […]
Senators Designate August as National Catfish Month to Honor Industry’s Contribution
Washington D.C. – A group of U.S. Senators, led by Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), have officially designated August as National Catfish Month, recognizing the significant role catfish production plays in the economies of Alabama, Mississippi, and other states. The bipartisan effort highlights the importance of catfish […]
