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Westlynn Huff’s Journey: A Family’s Story of Hope, Determination, and Community Support

Westlynn Huff

Anniston, AL – In the heart of Anniston, Alabama, seven-year-old Westlynn Huff is facing a battle most children her age can’t imagine. Diagnosed with chronic bilateral developmental dysplasia of the hips (DDH), Westlynn’s journey to proper care has been marked by misdiagnoses and medical challenges. Now, as she prepares for a groundbreaking double Colonna Arthroplasty surgery […]

The Complete Woman 2025 Women’s Conference to Inspire and Empower in Anniston

The Complete Woman

Anniston, AL – The All American Holiness Church, located at 901 Carter Street in Anniston, AL, is set to host The Complete Woman – 2025 Women’s Conference, a transformative three-day event from January 10 to January 12, 2025. Designed to uplift and empower women, this conference offers dynamic sessions tailored to personal and professional growth. […]

Senator Katie Britt Supports Bipartisan Water Resources Development Act to Strengthen Alabama’s Water Infrastructure

U.S. Senator Katie Britt Applauds Passage of Water Resources Development Act with Major Improvements to Alabama’s Locks and Dams

Washington D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) recently backed the bipartisan Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2024, which includes significant upgrades to Alabama’s water infrastructure. The legislation, approved last week, focuses on improvements to Wilson, Coffeeville, and Demopolis lock and dams and authorizes the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Civil Works Program to enhance […]

Alabama Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter Honored with Honorary Doctorate at Jacksonville State University Commencement

Alabama Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter (center) is awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Letters by Jacksonville State University President Dr. Don C. Killingsworth, Jr., as (from left) Trustee Randy Owen, Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Christie Shelton, and Board of Trustees Chairman Randy Jones look on. The honor was bestowed during Jax State’s fall commencement ceremony on December 13, 2024, at Pete Mathews Coliseum. (JSU Photo by Alyssa Cash)

Jacksonville, AL — Alabama Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Letters from Jacksonville State University during its fall commencement ceremony held on December 13, 2024, at Pete Mathews Coliseum. Speaker Ledbetter, who also served as the keynote speaker for the 10 a.m. commencement, was celebrated for his exceptional leadership, dedication […]

Fancy Feathers 7th Annual Bantam Show Set in Anniston

Fancy Feathers January Show

Anniston, AL – Poultry enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the Fancy Feathers 7th Annual Show, which will take place on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at the Calhoun County Expo Center, located at 4500 Bynum Leatherwood Road. This year’s event is an all-bantam show, featuring both open and junior categories in a double competition. Judging will begin promptly […]

Gadsden State Celebrates Achievements in Healthcare Education with Three Pinning Ceremonies

Gadsden State Health Sciences Division holds pinning ceremony for LPNs

Gadsden, AL  — Gadsden State Community College hosted three separate pinning ceremonies in December to honor the achievements of students completing programs in the Skills Training Division and Health Sciences Division. These ceremonies recognized graduates who are now poised to contribute to the healthcare field as medication assistants, advanced nursing assistants, licensed practical nurses (LPNs), […]