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Senate Fails to Advance Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025

U.S. Senator Katie Britt Champions Fairness, Safety for Women and Girls in Sports

Washington D.C. – The U.S. Senate failed to advance S.9, the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025, after a procedural vote fell short of the necessary threshold. The legislation aimed to define gender under Title IX as based on biological sex at birth and to prohibit federally funded athletic programs from allowing […]

Alabama Department of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Awards $13.6 Million in Grants

Gadsden State Skills Training Division grant recipient

Montgomery, AL – The Alabama Department of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention, also known as the Children’s Trust Fund, joined local and state leaders on February 18 to present $13.6 million in grant funding to various programs across the state. The check presentation took place at the Alabama State House in Montgomery, with numerous organizations, […]

Anniston Museums and Gardens Hosts First ‘Bang for Bucks!’ Clay Shoot Competition

Bang for bucks

Anniston, AL – The Anniston Museums and Gardens is gearing up for its inaugural Bang for Bucks! Clay Shoot Competition, set to take place at the CMP Talladega Marksmanship Park. This exciting event invites marksmen of all skill levels to showcase their shooting abilities while supporting local museums and gardens. The competition kicks off on Saturday, […]

Spring Roundup in Calhoun County

Pleasant Valley celebrates after winning the Saks Wildcat Invitational at Calhoun County Softball Complex on Saturday. (Submitted photo)

Anniston, AL – PV ups to 13-1. Ohatchee takes Comer Classic. Alexandria 4-1 in Albertville, and White Plains 3-1 with monster day from Richardson. Donoho girls’ soccer wins ASOF tourney. Also, reports from Handley, Central-Clay and Saks softball; Oxford and Wellborn baseball.   Pleasant Valley’s softball team finished off a sweep through the Saks Wildcat Invitational […]