Local Elections Conclude, New and Returning Faces Take Seats on Calhoun County School Board
Calhoun County, AL – The recent local elections in Calhoun County concluded with most positions being uncontested. However, the Calhoun County School Board race saw a competitive field, with ten candidates vying for seats. The winners of the election were current board members Mike Almaroad, Tobi Burt, and Michael Webb, who each secured their re-election. The […]
JSU Coach Rich Rodriguez Reflects on Season Progression, Key Player Developments in Press Conference
Jacksonville, AL – In a recent press conference, Jacksonville State University (JSU) football head coach Rich Rodriguez shared insights on his team’s improvement, upcoming challenges, and the team’s evolving strategy as they approach another crucial game. Coach Rodriguez opened the conference by discussing the team’s transition from mid-week games back to a Saturday schedule. […]
Senator Keith Kelley and Coosa Valley RC&D Fund Local Initiatives in Calhoun and Talladega Counties
Calhoun County, AL – Senator Keith Kelley, together with representatives from Coosa Valley Resource Conservation and Development (RC&D), recently celebrated the success of community-focused projects funded by RC&D grants in Calhoun and Talladega counties. These projects aim to improve public safety, education, recreation, and healthcare, highlighting a commitment to building stronger local communities. Key initiatives include […]
Vehicular Access Restored on Jax State’s Trustee Circle as Pedestrian Safety Upgrades Continue
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University has reopened vehicular access to Trustee Circle, though construction efforts for a multi-phase pedestrian safety project will continue in the area through the remainder of the fall semester. As part of JSU’s ongoing safety initiatives, adjustments in walking and driving patterns are expected as the transformation advances. The university urges […]
Gadsden Man Killed in Early Morning Crash on I-59 in St. Clair County
Gadsden, AL – A Gadsden man was killed early Wednesday morning in a two-vehicle accident in St. Clair County. William E. Martin II, 47, suffered fatal injuries when the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser he was driving left the roadway, struck an unoccupied 1997 Toyota Camry, and then overturned. Martin, who was not wearing a seatbelt, was […]
This Week’s Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of Oct. 28-Nov. 2. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or [email protected]. Football playoff pairings First-round pairings for coverage-area teams. THURSDAY, Nov. 7 Class 4A Handley at St. Michael Class 3A Ohatchee at Fyffe FRIDAY, Nov. 8 CLASS 6A Buckhorn at Oxford Mountain […]
October Monthly Activity Report: Insights from the Piedmont Police Department
Piedmont, AL – The City of Piedmont Police Department lists their activity for the public to view. Within this report are some abbreviations that may not be known to everyone. F.T.A – Failure to Appear, someone did not go to a court date and a judge has issued a warrant for their arrest. F.T.P. – Failure […]
Jax State Hoops Slate
Jacksonville, AL – Schedules/results for 2024-25 Jax State men’s and women’s basketball teams, with TV information. Home games in all capital letters. All times Central. Men’s basketball schedule Nov. 4: :LAGRANGE, W, 112-48 Nov. 7: at Air Force, 8 p.m. (Mountain West Network) Nov. 13: GEORGIA STATE, 6 p.m. (ESPN+) Nov. 17: at Coastal Carolina, 1 […]
