Alabama Power Prepares for Hurricane Helene: Restoration Efforts Underway
Alabama – As Hurricane Helene approaches the coast of Florida, Alabama Power is proactively preparing to support restoration efforts that may extend into Alabama. The company is closely monitoring the storm’s trajectory, ready to respond to any potential impacts on its customers. With extensive experience in storm management, Alabama Power has mobilized crews and local contractors, […]
Gadsden State Community College Police Department Enhances Mental Health Support in Etowah County
Gadsden, AL – The Gadsden State Community College Police Department is taking proactive measures to address mental health challenges within Etowah County. Recently, Sgt. David Bankson, who oversees the Ayers and Cherokee campuses for the Gadsden State Police/Public Safety Department, was sworn in by Probate Judge Scott Hassell to join the Mobile Crisis Assistance Team (MCAT). […]
Senators Introduce Empowering Main Street in America Act
Washington D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Senate Banking Committee Ranking Member Tim Scott (R-S.C.), alongside several Republican colleagues, have introduced comprehensive legislation aimed at revitalizing small businesses and enhancing access to capital markets for all Americans. The proposed legislation, titled the Empowering Main Street in America Act, seeks to create job opportunities and […]
Calhoun County Chamber of Commerce to Host 2024 Pitch Competition at Oxford Civic Center
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Chamber of Commerce is set to host the 2024 Pitch Competition on October 1st from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Oxford Civic Center. This innovative event aims to support local small businesses by providing a platform to compete for cash prizes to help grow their enterprises. The […]
Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals Upholds Murder Conviction
Montgomery, AL – Attorney General Steve Marshall announced that the Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals has affirmed the murder conviction of Henry Joiner, 62, of Montgomery. Joiner was convicted in the Montgomery County Circuit Court on November 10, 2022, for the murder of Louis Miles. The incident occurred on the evening of May 29, 2020, at […]
Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs Awards $250,000 Grant to Jacksonville State University for Launch of Victory Center
Jacksonville, AL – The Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs presented a $250,000 grant to Jacksonville State University (Jax State) on Wednesday to support the launch of the Victory Center, an innovative program aimed at providing comprehensive mental health and support services to veterans and their families. Set to be located at Jax State’s McClellan Center, the […]
Anniston Museum and Gardens Hosts Educational Program on Animal Communication
Anniston, AL – The Anniston Museum and Gardens will hold a special edition of its popular Saturday Alive! program on September 28, focusing on the intriguing topic of animal communication. Titled “Do Animals Really Talk?”, the event will feature speaker Stephen Faughn, who will explore how animals communicate both verbally and non-verbally within their groups. Set […]
Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen Announces Availability of Sample Ballots for November 2024 General Election
Montgomery, AL – Secretary of State Wes Allen has informed Alabama residents that sample ballots for the upcoming November 5, 2024, General Election are now available online. Alabamians can access these sample ballots for all 67 counties on the Secretary of State’s website, www.AlabamaVotes.gov. “I encourage all Alabamians to review these sample ballots as they prepare […]
Calhoun County Native Will West Receives Scholarship from Alabama Farmers Federation
Calhoun County, AL – Calhoun County native and Auburn University senior Will West was awarded a $1,750 scholarship from the Alabama Farmers Agriculture Foundation (AFAF) and the Calhoun County Farmers Federation. West, who is majoring in agricultural science, was recognized during the Alabama Farmers Federation’s scholarship reception on September 23, 2024, at Lazenby Farms in Auburn. […]
Weaver City Council Meeting Summary – September 24th
Weaver, AL – The regularly scheduled Weaver City Council meeting on September 24th faced a significant hurdle as no quorum was established, leading to the cancellation of the formal meeting. Present at the session were Mayor Clendenning and Councilmembers McRae and Burns. Despite this setback, the work session proceeded as planned, where key discussions on the […]
