Severe Weather Expected Across Calhoun County: Storm Shelters and Safer Places Open in Preparation
CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — An outbreak of severe storms is expected this afternoon into early Sunday morning across all of Central Alabama, including Calhoun County. The threat includes strong, potentially long-track tornadoes, large hail, damaging winds, and other hazardous weather conditions. The timing for these storms is from 11 AM Saturday to 3 AM Sunday. […]
14 Dogs Rescued from Abandoned Home in Piedmont; Two Arrested for Animal Cruelty
PIEDMONT, AL – Fourteen dogs were rescued from an abandoned home in Piedmont on Thursday after deputies from the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office discovered them while serving an eviction notice. According to officials, the homeowner had vacated the property, leaving the animals behind without food, water, or care. Authorities confirmed that multiple dogs were in […]
Rep. Mike Rogers Invites High School Students to Enter 2025 Congressional Art Competition
OXFORD, AL – U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (AL-03) has announced that his office is now accepting submissions for the 2025 Congressional Art Competition, an annual event that provides high school students with the opportunity to showcase their artistic talents. The winning artwork will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year, representing Alabama’s 3rd […]
Blackberry Cottage Studios Hosts Slime Lab for Kids and Creative Space for Adults in Anniston
Anniston, AL – Get ready for a fun-filled, hands-on experience at The Slime Lab, hosted by Blackberry Cottage Studios on Saturday, March 22, at 2 p.m. This exciting event, located at 2115 Leighton Ave. in Anniston, invites children to dive into the colorful and squishy world of slime while offering a relaxing creative space for […]
Mental Health Over Handcuffs: A Cop’s Unexpected Choice: US Cops Documentary Series Featuring Oxford Police Department S3E38
Oxford, AL –First Responders is a gripping documentary series produced by a German production company, aiming to reshape public perception of frontline workers. Through compelling storytelling, the series highlights the dedication, sacrifices, and extraordinary efforts of first responders, offering an intimate look at their bravery, resilience, and compassion. By sharing these impactful stories, First Responders […]
Anniston Trail Walk to Celebrate Alabama’s Year of the Trails
Anniston, AL – Outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers are invited to join the Anniston Museums and Gardens for a guided Trail Walk on Saturday, March 22, at 9:30 a.m. at the Longleaf Botanical Gardens. This event is part of the museum’s Trail Walk series in celebration of the Alabama Tourism Department’s designation of 2025 as […]
U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Brian Schatz, Representative Gary Palmer Introduce Lulu’s Law in Honor of Alabama Teenager
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii), along with Representative Gary Palmer (R-Ala.), have reintroduced Lulu’s Law, a bipartisan, bicameral piece of legislation aimed at improving public safety through enhanced emergency alert systems. The bill is named in honor of 16-year-old Lulu Gribbin from Mountain Brook, Alabama, who survived a […]
Gadsden State to Hold Ribbon Cutting for New Precision Machining Lab
GADSDEN, AL – Gadsden State Community College, in partnership with the Etowah Chamber of Commerce, will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Gene Haas Center for Advanced Machining and Engineering Technology on March 19 at 1:30 p.m. The new lab, located in the Advanced Manufacturing and Workplace Skills Training Center on the college’s East Broad […]
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall Urges Congress to Pass Nationwide E15 Gasoline Legislation
Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has joined a coalition of states in urging Congress to pass bipartisan legislation that would secure nationwide access to year-round E15 gasoline. The proposed bill, the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2025, aims to provide equal access to E15 fuel across all states, benefiting both […]
Calhoun County Spring Roundup
CHILDERSBURG, AL – Munford wins third consecutive Talladega County softball title, completes softball-baseball sweep. Also, wins for Jacksonville, Oxford and Weaver. Alexandria wins, ties in Hoover, and WP splits. Handley wins one, loses one. In baseball, Jacksonville, Oxford, Lincoln, Cleburne County and SG victorious. Hope splits. Munford beat Childersburg 8-0 and Lincoln 18-6 on […]
