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Alabama National Forests: Safety Tips Amid Southern Pine Beetle Outbreak

USDA Forest Service officials urge hunters, hikers to be cautious while visiting Alabama’s National Forests

Montgomery, AL – As cooler temperatures arrive, Alabama’s national forests are once again a popular destination for hikers, campers, and hunters. However, this year, visitors are encountering a different natural environment due to a significant outbreak of southern pine beetles, which are affecting the Bankhead and Talladega national forests in north, northeast, and northwest Alabama. The […]

Senators Introduce Resolution Designating September 2024 as National Literacy Month

U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Bill Cassidy, Jack Reed, Colleagues Lead Resolution to Recognize September as National Literacy Month

Washington D.C. – This week, the U.S. Senate unanimously passed a bipartisan resolution to designate September 2024 as National Literacy Month. The resolution, introduced by Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Bill Cassidy (R-La.), and Jack Reed (D-R.I.), highlights the crucial role of literacy in children’s development and success. Reading proficiency by the end of third grade is […]

Weaver Lions Club Invites Community to Weaver Heritage Day 2024

Weaver Heritage Day

Weaver, AL –  The Weaver Lions Club is excited to invite the community to its annual Weaver Heritage Day, scheduled for Saturday, September 14th, from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. This vibrant event will take place in the heart of Weaver and promises a day full of activities and entertainment for all ages. The day […]

Weaver High School Student Arrested for Making Terroristic Threats

Weaver Arrest

Weaver, AL – Per the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office, a juvenile resident of Calhoun County and student at Weaver High School has been arrested and charged with Terroristic Threats in the 1st degree, a felony, following an incident involving a threat of violence made toward another student. The juvenile is currently being held at the Coosa […]