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Alexandria Graduate Publishes Children’s Book Inspired by Her Golden Retrievers

Logan Tucker

CALHOUN COUNTY, AL – Local author and educator Logan Tucker has released her first children’s book, “The Marvelous Adventures of Molly & Brooks: The Creek Chronicles Volume 1,” inspired by her beloved golden retrievers. Tucker, who graduated from Alexandria High School in 2019, completed her degree at Jacksonville State University in just 3½ years after […]

Calhoun County Commission Addresses Property Issues, Storm Recovery at Thursday Meeting

Calhoun County Commision Meeting

ANNISTON, AL – The Calhoun County Commission convened Thursday morning, May 22, 2025, to tackle a lengthy agenda focused primarily on property nuisance abatements and infrastructure improvements, while also recognizing local emergency response efforts following this week’s tornado. Storm Recovery Takes Center Stage Chairman Howell opened the meeting by recognizing the dedicated work of the […]

Senator Katie Britt Urges Bipartisan Support for Child Care Legislation on Senate Floor

U.S. Senator Katie Britt’s Child Care Legislation Builds Momentum in the Senate, Among Americans

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) delivered a speech on the Senate floor this week in support of her Child Care Availability and Affordability Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at addressing the nation’s ongoing child care challenges. Her remarks emphasized broad and growing support for the legislation, both among lawmakers and the American […]

Veteran Finds New Hope Through Jacksonville State University Victory Programs

Jax State Celebrates First 'Full Circle' Graduate of New Victory Center Programs

Jacksonville, AL – As originally reported by Brett Buckner of JSU’s Media Department, James Monroe, a 59-year-old veteran who spent seven years in the National Guard, was facing a dark period in his life. Laid off from work and struggling with depression, Monroe knew he needed help. That help came from an unexpected but life-changing source—Jacksonville […]

Gadsden State Community College Celebrates Spring 2025 Graduates in Cherokee Ceremony

Gadsden State announces Spring 2025 graduates

CENTRE, AL – Gadsden State Community College held its Spring Commencement Ceremony on May 13 at the Richard Lindsey Arena on the Gadsden State Cherokee campus. The celebration honored students who fulfilled the academic and technical requirements of their respective programs during the Spring 2025 semester. The ceremony featured addresses from three student speakers—Daniel Brown, […]