Most Wanted in Calhoun County | April 30, 2025
Calhoun County, AL – Each week the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office released their current “Most Wanted” list. An “FTA” means that a person failed to appear for a court date and does not necessarily mean guilty of a criminal charge. A “Probation Violation” means that a person has been found guilty of a charge and […]
Jacksonville State University Unveils “Angle Hall” Painting Honoring Dr. Christopher H. Horsfield’s Legacy
Jacksonville, AL — Jacksonville State University recently hosted a heartfelt ceremony to unveil a new painting titled Angle Hall, a tribute to the life and legacy of longtime faculty member and administrator Dr. Christopher H. Horsfield. Commissioned by the Horsfield family, the artwork now hangs in the Executive Conference Room of Angle Hall, the building […]
Alabama Attorney General Files Lawsuit Against TikTok Over Allegations of Youth Exploitation and Deceptive Practices
Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced today that the State of Alabama has filed a lawsuit against social media platform TikTok Inc. and its parent company ByteDance Inc., alleging the companies have exploited children, promoted harmful content, and misrepresented the safety of their platform. The lawsuit was filed in Montgomery County Circuit […]
Gadsden State Celebrates Student Success at 59th Annual Honors Day Events
GADSDEN, AL — Gadsden State Community College recently honored hundreds of students for their academic excellence, service, and perseverance during its 59th Annual Honors Day events, held April 15-16 across multiple campuses. More than 300 awards and scholarships were presented during ceremonies at the Beck Conference Center for students attending the Gadsden and Centre campuses, […]
Calhoun County Soccer Playoffs
Weaver, AL – Weaver boys make program history by advancing to Elite Eight. White Plains boys advance with victory over Hokes Bluff. Tuesday’s scoreboard TUESDAY, April 29 Weaver boys 3, J.B. Pennington 2 White Plains boys 5, Hokes Bluff 3 Hokes Bluff 2, White Plains girls 1 Glencoe girls 9, Saks 3 Westbrook Christian girls 2, […]
Cleburne County Sheriff’s Department Praises Multi-Agency Teamwork in Successful Hiker Rescue
Cleburne County, AL – The Cleburne County Sheriff’s Department extended its gratitude on Tuesday to several partnering agencies after a hiker in distress was safely rescued from the Pinhoti Trail earlier in the day. The operation, which required quick coordination and specialized resources, involved support from Cleburne 911, ALEA Aviation, Oxford EMS, the Lineville Police […]
Reason to Hope
Errors, Patrician power doom Hope Christian in Game 3 of AISA semifinal series, but deep run in inaugural season makes ‘chasing greatness’ feel more doable for upstart program. By Joe Medley MONTGOMERY — Roby Brooks’ stood on Montgomery’s Paterson Field, site of the AISA’s semifinals and finals, and recalled humbling times early in Hope Christian’s […]
Senator Katie Britt Applauds Senate Commerce Committee for Advancing Lulu’s Law
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) today commended the Senate Commerce Committee for unanimously advancing Lulu’s Law, bipartisan legislation aimed at enhancing public safety by including shark attacks as events eligible for wireless emergency alerts (WEAs). The bill is named in honor of 16-year-old Lulu Gribbin, who survived a shark attack and has […]
Calhoun County Moves Forward in Golf Sectionals
Silver Lakes – Stokes leads the way at 79 as Alexandria girls win sectional title at Silver Lakes. White Plains, Piedmont girls also qualify for sub-state. SILVER LAKES — Jasmine Stokes shot 79 to tie for second individually, and defending Class 4A-5A state champion Alexandria won the Section 3 tournament Tuesday. The Valley Cubs shot 43-over-par […]
Planting Success: Beginner Gardening Class Set for May 8 at Jacksonville Public Library
JACKSONVILLE, AL — Whether you’re dreaming of homegrown tomatoes or simply looking to liven up your yard, an upcoming workshop at the Jacksonville Public Library may be the perfect place to start. On Thursday, May 8, from 4 to 5 p.m., Root & Bloom Consulting will host Planting Success: A Beginner’s Guide to Gardening in […]
