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Alabama Fire Marshal Closes Four Restoration Recovery Outreach Locations Due to Safety Violations

Restoration Recovery Outreach & Company Inc

Anniston, AL – On September 27, 2024, Alabama Fire Marshal Scott Pilgreen executed an order to close four locations of Restoration Recovery Outreach & Company Inc., a rehabilitation facility that provides treatment for individuals battling drug addiction, including a program for registered sex offenders. The closures were mandated due to numerous fire code and safety violations […]

Anniston Library to Host Disney Sing-Along Adventure

Once Upon A Song- A Disney Sing-along

Anniston, AL – The Anniston Library is inviting Disney fans of all ages to join in for “Once Upon a Song: A Disney Sing-Along Adventure” on Thursday, October 3rd, at 6 p.m. Attendees will have the opportunity to sing along to their favorite Disney songs in a fun and magical setting. Participants are encouraged to dress […]

Calhoun County Prep Roundup

Piedmont quarterback Cole Wilson rushes for a touchdown against B.B. Comer on Friday. (Photo by Jean Blackstone/For East Alabama Sports Today)

Calhoun County, AL – Hokes Bluff, Oxford, Piedmont, Wellborn remain unbeaten. Alexandria, Handley, Ohatchee, Pleasant Valley, Saks, Westbrook Christian, White Plains victorious. Cover photo:  Area scoreboard FRIDAY, Sept. 27 Alexandria 36, Sardis 14, FINAL Pleasant Grove 30, Anniston 0, FINAL Central-Clay 35, Scottsboro 21, FINAL Cherokee County 20, Shades Valley 6, FINAL Wellborn 41, Cleburne County […]

Sylacauga Man Killed in Single-Vehicle Crash

Traffic Fatality

Talladega County, AL – A single-vehicle crash late Friday night, September 27, claimed the life of James T. Trussell, a 36-year-old man from Sylacauga. The incident occurred around 11:05 p.m. on Alabama 76 near the 12-mile marker, approximately five miles northeast of Childersburg in Talladega County. Trussell was driving a 2004 Sterling LT9522 concrete mixer when […]

Jacksonville to be the Location for Bike Night at the Square

Bike Night @ the square

Jacksonville, AL – Hooligan Harley-Davidson is gearing up for Bike Night at the Square in Jacksonville, AL, on Thursday, October 3, 2024. From 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., motorcycle enthusiasts and community members alike are invited to enjoy a night of food, drinks, and entertainment at the Public Square East. This lively event will showcase local […]

Prep scoreboard for Alabama High School Football

Prep scoreboard

Alabama – This week’s area and statewide high school football scores, as gathered by the Alabama Sports Writers Association. Area scoreboard FRIDAY, Sept. 27 Alexandria 36, Sardis 14, FINAL Pleasant Grove 30, Anniston 0, FINAL Central-Clay 35, Scottsboro 21, FINAL Cherokee County 20, Shades Valley 6, FINAL Wellborn 41, Cleburne County 10, FINAL Coosa Christian 29, […]

Senator Katie Britt Opposes Continuing Resolution, Citing Concerns Over Congressional Spending Process

U.S. Senator Katie Britt Votes in Support of Regular Order, Accountability in Appropriations Process

Washington D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) released a statement today following her vote against a Continuing Resolution, expressing her concerns over Congress’s handling of the Fiscal Year 2025 appropriations process. Senator Britt criticized Senate Democrats for failing to prioritize key appropriations bills and warned of a potential push for a large omnibus spending package […]

Venecia’s Foundation Hosts 2nd Annual Ride Benefit in Piedmont

2nd Annual Venecia's Foundation Benefit Ride

Piedmont, AL – The 2nd Annual Venecia’s Ride Benefit is scheduled for October 5, 2024, in Piedmont, AL, to raise funds for Venecia’s Foundation, an organization dedicated to supporting cancer patients and their families. This year’s event is proudly hosted by Mt. Cheaha Veritas Aequites LERC and Mt. Cheaha Punishers LEMC, inviting the community to join […]