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U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers Announces Haley Wilson as New Chief of Staff

Rep. Rogers Announces Staff Changes

Washington D.C. – U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (AL-03) announced today that Haley Wilson has been promoted to serve as his chief of staff. Wilson, a Montgomery native and graduate of the University of Alabama, has been a member of Rep. Rogers’ office staff since 2012. She began her career as a staff assistant and most recently […]

Calhoun County Prep Basketball

Prep Basketball

Talladega, AL – Surging Anniston boys down Talladega for sixth consecutive victory. Anniston girls get sweep started. Spring Garden boys, girls sweep in area play. Coosa Christian boys get 10th win. Munford boys up to 9-4. Anniston’s boys have found their groove after close losses early in the season. Caleb Ackles scored 17 of his game-high […]

Governor Ivey Announces Launch of CHOOSE Act Applications for 2025-2026 School Year

Governor Ivey Announces CHOOSE Act Applications Officially Open for Alabama Families

Montgomery, AL – Alabama Governor Kay Ivey announced on Thursday that applications for the CHOOSE Act, the state’s new Education Savings Account (ESA) program, are now open. Families can apply online for the 2025-2026 school year through the program’s official website. The application period will remain open until April 7, 2025, with award notifications scheduled for […]

Piedmont and Ohatchee – Area Split

Piedmont’s Ishmael Bethel finishes off one of his three dunks at Ohatchee on Thursday. (Photo by Joe Medley/East Alabama Sports Today)

Ohatchee, AL – Defense propels Piedmont boys to area victory over Ohatchee, and big fourth quarter key as Ohatchee girls rally past Piedmont. By Joe Medley Some teams play zone defense to deny the lane. Some teams don’t have to. Piedmont’s boys count on long arms and quick feet, and it was enough to handle […]

I Spy! Discovering America’s First Female Codebreaker at Anniston’s Berman Museum

I spy! America's first Female Codebreaker

Anniston, AL – The Berman Museum invites young history enthusiasts to uncover the fascinating story of Elizebeth Friedman, America’s first female codebreaker, during this month’s I Spy! event. Scheduled for January 4th from 1:00 to 2:30 PM, this engaging program promises an afternoon of discovery, storytelling, scavenger hunts, and crafts. Recommended for children ages 6 to […]