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Local Author Daniel Alexander Set to Release Gritty Novel Exploring Wrestling and Resilience

Local Author

Weaver, AL — Local author and publisher Daniel Harrington (pen name of Daniel Alexander) is set to release his highly anticipated novel, Before It Kills Me, on December 10, 2024, through his independent publishing company Karma Creations Publishing LLC. The book promises to captivate readers with its raw and gritty exploration of ambition, addiction, and the sacrifices […]

Calhoun County Schools: A District of Champions

A District of Champions

Calhoun County, AL – Calhoun County Schools (CCS) capped off an extraordinary fall season, achieving major victories in volleyball, football, cross country, cheerleading, and marching band competitions. The district’s student-athletes and musicians showcased exceptional talent and sportsmanship, solidifying CCS as a powerhouse in athletics and the arts. Historic Volleyball Success CCS made history with three schools […]

Bipartisan DHS Better Ballistic Body Armor Act Passes Senate

U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Gary Peters’ Bill Updating Next Generation Body Armor Technology Passes

Washington D.C. – The U.S. Senate has unanimously passed the DHS Better Ballistic Body Armor Act, a bipartisan bill co-sponsored by Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Senator Gary Peters (D-Mich.). The legislation mandates that all Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agencies provide law enforcement officers with improved ballistic body armor designed to fit both male and […]

Chief Ladiga Trail Extension: Progress Update

Chief Ladiga Trail Progress Update!

Anniston, AL – Significant progress has been made on Anniston’s extension of the Chief Ladiga Trail since the groundbreaking in April 2024. From November 4 to December 4, B&B and its subcontractors have achieved several milestones, moving closer to completing the 6.5-mile addition to this iconic trail. Once finished, the Chief Ladiga Trail will become […]

Prep Basketball

Prep basketball

Carrollton, GA  – Alexander’s monster third quarter highlights Oxford’s victory. Sparks leads way in PV victory. Jacksonville victorious at WP. Gannaway, Averette led JCA to victory. Hess’ big night helps Alexandria girls hold off Ashville.   Jaylen Alexander put on a show in the third quarter of Oxford’s 83-30 rout of Carrollton on Thursday. Alexander […]

Wadley on Top for Anniston

Jaquez Wilkes breaks open for one of his five touchdown runs in Wadley’s 37-7 victory over Maplesville in Thursday’s Class 1A state title game. (Photo by David Holtsford/AHSAA)

Birmingham, AL – Wilkes keeps Wadley rushing machine rolling with 312 yards to lead Bulldogs to their first state football championship. AHSAA SUPER 7 STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS GIRLS’ FLAG FOOTBALL FINALS at Protective Stadium, Birmingham WEDNESDAY, Dec. 4 CLASS 1A-5A FINALS Montgomery Catholic (17-4) 14, Moody (17-3) 7 CLASS 6A-7A FINALS Central-Phenix City (19-0) 55, Spain Park (14-5-1) 7 BOYS’ STATE FOOTBALL […]