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Most Wanted in Calhoun County | October 9, 2024

October 9 2024 Most Wanted cover

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 […]

Greenwood County Health Department Hosts Flu Shot Event at Piedmont Church

Piedmont Flu SHot Clinic

Piedmont, AL – The Greenwood County Health Department will be holding a flu vaccination event at Piedmont Church on October 10th, from 2:00 to 2:30 PM. Attendees are reminded to bring all insurance cards to the event, as it will help expedite the process. For individuals aged 65 and older, high-dose flu shots will be available. […]

Gadsden State Launches Anti-Bullying Initiative for 5th Graders with Golden Rule Program

Golden Rule

Gadsden, AL – A simple message of kindness is poised to make a lasting impact on students in Gadsden. The Gadsden State Community College Police Department, in partnership with Gadsden City Schools and local leaders, has launched the Golden Rule Program, an anti-bullying initiative aimed at 5th-grade students. The program will be introduced through a series […]

Rubber Match

Alexandria players celebrate after finishing off their victory over Donoho in Saturday’s Calhoun County semifinals in Larry R. Ginn Gymnasium. (Photo by Joe Medley)

Alexandria, AL – Top seed Alexandria, No. 2 Oxford march through first day of Calhoun County tournament, will play their third match this season in Monday’s final. SATURDAY, Oct. 5 Calhoun County Tournament (At Alexandria) No. 6 Jacksonville def. No. 11 Wellborn No. 10 Faith Christian def. No. 7 Piedmont No. 13 Saks def. No. […]

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall Hosts 25th Annual Law Enforcement Summit in Montgomery

Attorney General Marshall Hosts 25th Annual Law Enforcement Summit

Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall today led the 25th Annual Attorney General’s Law Enforcement Summit, held at the Church of the Highlands in Montgomery. The event provided continuing education training for law enforcement officers and attorneys across the state, focusing on advancements in forensic science, legal insights, and commemorating fallen officers. The […]

This Week’s Schedule

This week’s schedule

Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of Oct. 7-Oct. 12. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or [email protected]. Football FRIDAY, Oct. 11 (7 p.m. unless otherwise noted) Ashville at Alexandria Etowah at Anniston Holtville at Central-Clay Cherokee County at Hokes Bluff Cleburne County at St. James Cold Springs at […]

Governor Kay Ivey Leads Coalition of 25 Governors Expressing Concern Over Biden Administration’s Asylum Program

Governor Ivey Leads Letter with 24 Governors in Demanding Biden Administration Provide Details of Participants in CHNV Asylum Program Affecting Alabama and Other States

Montgomery, AL – On Tuesday, Governor Kay Ivey, along with 24 other governors, sent a letter to President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, raising concerns about the administration’s Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans (CHNV) asylum program. The letter specifically questions the lack of communication from the federal government regarding the arrival, location, and status […]

AmFirst Partners with Better Basics and WVTM 13 to Promote Literacy in Alabama

AmFirst Book Drive Press Release

Montgomery, AL – America’s First Federal Credit Union (AmFirst) has once again teamed up with Better Basics and WVTM 13 in a three-part sponsorship initiative aimed at raising awareness and supporting literacy efforts in Central Alabama. This partnership is part of AmFirst’s ongoing commitment to combat illiteracy and provide resources for children in need. Better Basics, […]