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Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall Criticizes Biden Administration’s Effort to Revive ERA

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall Criticizes Biden Administration's Effort to Revive ERA

Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has released a statement condemning the Biden Administration’s attempt to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA), a measure whose ratification deadline expired more than 40 years ago. The administration’s move came during its final hours in office, sparking criticism from opponents who view the effort as unconstitutional. Marshall […]

Children’s of Alabama Expands Neonatal Intensive Care Unit to Meet Growing Needs

Children's of Alabama Expands Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Birmingham, AL – Children’s of Alabama has announced the expansion of its neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), adding six new beds to its Level IV unit, increasing the total to 54 private rooms. The expansion includes state-of-the-art facilities and specialized resources to accommodate the increasing demand for critical care services for neonates and infants. The NICU […]

County Tournament

Weaver’s KeShawn Allen dunks against Jacksonville Christian during Saturday’s play in the 74th Calhoun County basketball tournament in Pete Mathews Coliseum. (Photo by Greg Warren/For East Alabama Sports Today)

Calhoun County, AL – Jacksonville and Weaver boys, Alexandria girls cruise to quarterfinals of 74th Calhoun County basketball tournament. 74th Calhoun County Tournament pairings BOYS’ PAIRINGS FRIDAY, Jan. 17 No. 12 Saks 52, No. 13 Faith Christian 48 No. 11 Jacksonville Christian 73, No. 14 Wellborn 60 SATURDAY, Jan. 18 No. 6 Weaver 87, JCA 52 […]

Senator Katie Britt Applauds $44 Million Investment in Birmingham Biotechnology Hub

U.S. Senator Katie Britt Celebrates $44 Million Investment in Birmingham

Washington D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) celebrated a $44 million grant awarded to the Birmingham Biotechnology Hub, led by the Southern Research Institute. The investment, distributed by the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) under its Technology and Innovation Hubs (Tech Hubs) Program, aims to bolster global competitiveness, strengthen local manufacturing, and […]

Two Lives Lost in Coosa County Crash Involving Oxford Resident

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COOSA COUNTY, AL — A two-vehicle crash on Saturday, January 18, 2025, claimed the lives of two individuals, including a passenger from Oxford. The collision occurred at approximately 5 p.m. on U.S. 231 near the 181-mile marker, about six miles south of Rockford. Kelderick J. Williams, 34, of Vestavia Hills, was fatally injured when his […]