Oxford Kicks Off Festival of Lights at Choccolocco Park with Special Preview Event
Oxford, AL – Mayor Alton Craft officially launched the 2024 Festival of Lights on Wednesday, November 20, with a special preview event for city employees before the public opening on November 22. This annual celebration, which spans over 40 acres and features nearly 2.5 million lights, is poised to be one of the most spectacular […]
Campus Union Criticizes Jax State’s Compensation Study for Failing to Meet Urgent Living Wage Needs of Campus Workers
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University’s recent compensation plan has faced criticism from the UCW-JSU campus union for not adequately addressing the financial needs of campus workers. Despite months of anticipation and promises of raises, many employees were dissatisfied with the results. “After months of anticipation and the promise by university administrators of raises, many […]
Governor Ivey Hosts Reception for ALEA Trooper Trainees Ahead of Graduation
Montgomery, AL – On Wednesday, Governor Kay Ivey welcomed 21 Trooper Trainees, set to graduate from the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA)’s Training Center, to the Alabama Governor’s Mansion. The event celebrated the trainees’ accomplishments ahead of their official graduation ceremony scheduled for Thursday. Governor Ivey greeted the group on the steps of the Governor’s […]
Calhoun County Board of Education Welcomes New Members, Honors Achievements, and Reviews Finances
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Board of Education’s meeting on November 19, 2024, combined ceremonial highlights with critical operational updates. The evening began with a meet-and-greet session, allowing community members, parents, and school staff to interact with board members, both returning and newly elected. The informal gathering fostered connections and provided an opportunity to […]
Senator Andrew Jones to Receive Prestigious CSG 20 Under 40 Leadership Award
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Alabama State Senator Andrew Jones has been named one of 20 recipients of the 2024 Council of State Governments (CSG) 20 Under 40 Leadership Award, a distinction that recognizes young leaders who are making significant contributions to public service across the United States. The award highlights the accomplishments of elected and […]
Bear & Son Cutlery Donates Over $62,000 in Custom Knives to ALEAF for Police Appreciation
Jacksonville, AL — The Alabama Law Enforcement Appreciation Foundation (ALEAF) and Bear & Son Cutlery marked a milestone in community support on Thursday, November 21, at Bear & Son Cutlery’s facility at 1111 Bear Blvd SW, Jacksonville. During the event, Bear & Son Cutlery presented ALEAF with an in-kind donation valued at $62,115.70. The contribution, […]
City Of Piedmont Council Regular Meeting
Piedmont, AL – During the Tuesday evening Piedmont City Work Session, Mayor Bill Baker brought up Ryan Shubird CPA from Jackson Thornton in Montgomery, Alabama. First, Shubird got right into the Electrical Cost of Service Study for Piedmont. He has been working on the 2023 Electric Cost of Service Study for 12 months ending in September […]
Jax State ROTC to Conduct Training Exercises
Jacksonville, AL – The Jax State Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) will hold a training exercise on Friday, November 22, 2024, at Jacksonville State University’s main campus. The activity is scheduled to take place between 1:15 PM and 3:30 PM in the areas surrounding Rowe Hall and the university’s softball field. During the exercise, ROTC members […]
