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Sheriff Falon Hurst Sworn into Office Today

Sheriff Falon Hurst swearing in photo

Anniston, AL – On April 1, 2025, Sheriff Matthew Wade formally retired from the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office leaving an important decision up to the Governor. While Governor Ivey was vetting people interested in filling the position, Chief Deputy Lynde Meeder, was temporarily sworn in as acting sheriff to ensure continuity of service. Earlier today […]

“Lend A Paw” Event at Jacksonville State University on April 9th

Lend A Paw

Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University’s (JSU) Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) is hosting its inaugural community service event in collaboration with the Animal Advocates for Calhoun County on Wednesday, April 9th, 2025. The event will take place on the TMB Lawn at JSU (700 Pelham Rd N, Jacksonville, AL) from 10:30 a.m. […]

Chief Ladiga 100 Mile Trail Run Returns to Jacksonville on April 12

Chief Ladiga 100 Mile50 Mile 50k

Jacksonville, AL – Runners looking for a challenge will gather in Jacksonville on Saturday, April 12, for the fourth annual Chief Ladiga 100 Mile Trail Run, hosted by Zombie Trail Races. The event kicks off at 7 a.m. at the Jacksonville Community Center, offering participants a chance to tackle distances of 100 miles, 50 miles, […]

Anniston City Manager Steven Folks Honored During April 1 City Council Meeting

Anniston City Council

Anniston, AL – The Anniston City Council convened on April 1, 2025, beginning with a work session followed by the official council meeting. The work session and meeting covered a range of important topics, including budget adjustments, updates on local business developments, and recognition of City Manager Steven Folks for his leadership and fiscal responsibility. […]

Jacksonville State University Expands Board of Trustees with New Positions and Appointments

Jacksonville State Announces New Board of Trustees Appointments and Expanded Membership

Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University (JSU) has announced significant changes to its Board of Trustees, including the creation of two new at-large positions and the appointment of two new board members. These changes are aimed at enhancing statewide and national representation while reinforcing the university’s commitment to institutional growth and student success. To expand its […]

Piedmont City Council Rejects Retail Sale of CBD Products in City Limits

Piedmont Meeting

Piedmont, AL – Piedmont City Council Says No to CBD Retailers in the City Limits. – The Piedmont City council met Tuesday night to discuss several issues facing the city. One issue on the agenda was to decide whether to allow a CBD retailer to open and sell CBD products within the city limits. Police Chief Nathan […]

Tass Thai Cuisine & Boba Tea Celebrates Official Ribbon Cutting in Downtown Anniston

Ribbon Cutting

ANNISTON, AL — Downtown Anniston welcomed a new addition to its culinary scene as Tass Thai Cuisine & Boba Tea celebrated its official ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, April 1st. The restaurant, located at 1307 Noble Street, offers an exciting blend of authentic Thai cuisine and refreshing boba tea, bringing a unique dining experience to the […]

The Addams Family Musical to Bring Spooky Fun to OPAC on April 11

The Addam Family

OXFORD, AL — Get ready to snap your fingers and embrace the delightfully eerie world of The Addams Family as the Broadway musical tour makes a stop at the Oxford Performing Arts Center on Friday, April 11, at 7:30 p.m. Audiences will step into the whimsical, upside-down world of the Addamses—a family that has embraced […]

Cleburne County Students Team Up for Earth Day Cleanup Event

North Alabama Trails and Recreation to Host Earth Day Cleanup Event with Cleburne County Middle School

CLEBURNE COUNTY, AL – In celebration of Earth Day, North Alabama Trails and Recreation (NATR) is partnering with Cleburne County Middle School for a large-scale cleanup effort on Tuesday, April 22nd. The event will engage 120 seventh-grade students in an initiative aimed at environmental stewardship and community service. The event, supported by the Alabama Power […]