Alabama Fire Marshal Closes Four Restoration Recovery Outreach Locations Due to Safety Violations
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 […]
OxfordFest 2024 Set for October 5th: A Day of Fun, Crafts, and Community in Downtown Oxford
Oxford, AL – Oxford, AL is gearing up for its annual OxfordFest, set to take place on Saturday, October 5th, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This beloved one-day festival will transform downtown Oxford into a bustling hub of activity, with over 300 craft vendor booths, more than 30 food vendors, live music, games, prizes, and […]
Anniston Library to Host Disney Sing-Along Adventure
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
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
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
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 […]
Calhoun County Gardening – Fall Planting: A Guide to Trees and Shrubs for Landscape and Bouquets
Calhoun County, AL – Fall Planting: Trees and Shrubs by Betty Clark 9.25.24. I am sharing some great fall planting ideas that I have enjoyed from both the landscape and vases. Yes! You can use flowering trees and bushes as filler in your bouquets! I like spring early blooming red quince shrubs. The stems are […]
Prep scoreboard for Alabama High School Football
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
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
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 […]