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Anniston City Council Work Session and Meeting Highlight Key Updates

Anniston City Council

Anniston, AL – The city of Anniston held the regular scheduled work session and city council meeting on January 7th, 2024. Work Session   The Anniston City Council convened for a work session and meeting to discuss pressing matters, including financial reimbursements, storm shelter grants, and updates on city projects. Cash Reimbursement The council discussed approving […]

Anniston and Calhoun County Close Non-Emergency Facilities Ahead of Winter Storm

Office Closures

Anniston, AL – In anticipation of a potential winter storm, the City of Anniston and Calhoun County have announced the closure of all non-emergency city and county facilities on Friday, January 10, 2025. This precautionary measure is intended to ensure the safety of citizens and employees amid forecasted hazardous weather conditions. Anniston Closures and Emergency […]

Scary Incident in Weaver

Paramedics, tend to Weaver’s Aaliyah Marks after her fall just before halftime of the Bearcats’ basketball game against Saks on Tuesday at Weaver High School. (Photo by Joe Medley/East Alabama Sports Today)

Weaver, AL – Weaver’s Marks ‘cleared and headed home’ from Children’s Hospital after suffering fall, seizure at halftime of game with Saks.   By Joe Medley Weaver junior basketball player Aaliyah Marks is “cleared and headed home” from Birmingham’s Children’s Hospital after taking a scary fall in the Bearcats’ basketball game against Saks on Tuesday, Weaver […]

Dr. Chanel L. Fort Appointed as Dean of Academic Programs and Services at Gadsden State

Fort named Dean of Academic Programs and Services

Gadsden, AL – Gadsden State Community College has announced the appointment of Dr. Chanel L. Fort as the new dean of Academic Programs and Services, succeeding Dr. Farrah Hayes, who now serves as the director of the newly established Challenger Learning Center. Dr. Fort brings over 20 years of leadership and program development experience to […]

Calhoun County Prep Basketball

Prep basketball

Alexandria, AL – Forrest, Aquirre come through as Alexandria wins in OT. Anniston boys make it nine wins in a row. Piedmont, Jacksonville, Spring Garden and Westbrook Christian sweep. Also, victories for White Plains and Munford boys, Cherokee County and Ranburne girls.   Cleat Forrest tied the game with a 3-pointer with six seconds left in […]

Meet the Animal Ambassadors at Anniston Museums and Gardens

Creature Feature

Anniston, AL – Animal enthusiasts and curious minds alike are invited to the Anniston Museums and Gardens this Saturday, January 11, for an engaging and educational experience. From 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., visitors can explore the exhibit halls and meet one of the museum’s fascinating animal ambassadors. Home to a diverse collection of live […]

Senior Night Showdown: Weaver Hosts Saks in High School Basketball Action

Photo gallery

Weaver, AL – Weaver plays host to Saks in an early-January senior night game. Senior basketball players and cheerleaders were honored between the girls’ and boys’ games. Photos by Joe Medley Cover photo: Weaver basketball coach Beau Winn makes a senior night presentation to Lorenzo Blake before the Bearcats’ victory over Saks on Tuesday. Weaver […]