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Oxford American Legion Post 111 Presents Four Chaplains Church Service

Four Chaplin Service

Anniston, AL – On February 2, 2025, the Eulaton United Methodist Church in Anniston, Alabama, hosted the annual Four Chaplains Church Service, organized by the American Legion Post 111. The service commenced at 10:30 AM and was followed by a luncheon, fostering community spirit and remembrance. Reverend Carol Lambert, who leads both Coldwater United Methodist Church […]

Foothills Piano Festival Presents “A Tribute to Liberace” with Christopher-Joel Carter in Jacksonville

Foothills Piano Festival

Jacksonville, AL – On Thursday, February 6th at 7:30 p.m., the Foothills Piano Festival will host a special performance, “A Tribute to Liberace,” featuring Christopher-Joel Cart. The concert, held at Jacksonville State University’s Mason Hall, will offer a unique musical journey through the legendary pianist’s career. Christopher-Joel Cart, an accomplished pianist and performer, will take […]

U.S. Senators Britt and Budd Introduce the POLICE Act of 2025 to Strengthen Protection for Law Enforcement and First Responders

U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Ted Budd Protect Law Enforcement

Washington D.C. – U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Ted Budd (R-N.C.), along with several colleagues, introduced the Protect Our Law Enforcement with Immigration Control and Enforcement (POLICE) Act of 2025, a legislative measure aimed at providing stronger protection for law enforcement officers, firefighters, and other first responders. This bill builds on the historic passage of […]

Anniston Signing Day

Anniston signing day

Anniston, AL – Bulldog stars Holder, Johnson and Kelly celebrate opportunities to carry on football careers in college. Video by Joe Medley Photos by Joe Medley Anniston’s Khamar Holder (left), Kevionte Johnson and Ahmad Kelly pose with teammates for pictures following Wednesday’s ceremony to mark their college signings … Holder with Miles College, Johnson with LaGrange […]

Governor Kay Ivey Delivers 2025 State of the State Address: Progress and Challenges Ahead

2025 State of the State Address

MONTGOMERY, AL – Governor Kay Ivey addressed the Alabama Legislature, delivering her State of the State address in front of a gathering that included Lieutenant Governor Will Ainsworth, President Pro Tem Greg Gudger, Speaker of the House Mac McCutcheon, Chief Justice Tommy Stewart, and other distinguished guests. The speech was a reflection of Alabama’s achievements […]

Anniston Celebrates Grand Opening of Restored City Hall: Where History Meets the Future

Anniston Ribbon Cutting

Anniston, AL – The City of Anniston celebrated a major milestone today with the grand opening of its newly restored City Hall at 1129 Noble Street in downtown Anniston. The ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the completion of a $6 million restoration project, transforming the historic building into a modern government facility while preserving its rich architectural legacy. […]

Calhoun County Area Basketball

Area basketball

Calhoun County, AL – Saks’ girls win first area title since 2016 in dramatic fashion. Piedmont girls dominate on way to area title. Anniston girls hold off Talladega for area tite. Alexandria boys victorious in 4A, Area 12. Cover photo: Saks, the 2025 Class 3A, Area 8 champion. (Submitted photo) By East Alabama Sports Today Class […]

Oxford In Full Buzz

Oxford’s Chris Latson slams home the first of his two alley-oop dunks against Shades Valley in Tuesday’s Class 6A, Area 11 final, both on assists from Jaylen Alexander. (Photo by Joe Medley/East Alabama Sports Today)

Oxford, AL – Despite team battles with flu, Yellow Jackets continue late-season gell with dominant performance against Shades Valley in area final. By Joe Medley A lot of good things happen for Oxford’s boys when Jaylen Alexanxder drives the lane, and Chris Latson’s alley-oop dunks just might be the most entertaining of them all. Latson and […]