The Final Call: Anniston Bids Farewell to Chief Jeff Waldrep
Anniston, AL – The Anniston Fire Department and the community gathered to honor the life of Fire Chief Jeffrey Edward Waldrep, who passed away on June 10, 2025, at age 54, following a courageous battle after suffering a heart attack on May 30th. Chief Waldrep, affectionately known as “Drip” to his childhood friends, leaves behind his […]
Crash Closes Portion of U.S. 278 in Calhoun County
CALHOUN COUNTY, AL – A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 11:06 a.m. on Friday, June 13, has resulted in the closure of a portion of U.S. Highway 278 near Big Shoals Road. According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), the road is currently blocked and will remain closed for an undetermined amount of […]
Jacksonville City Schools Board Approves AI Security System and New Cell Phone Policy
JACKSONVILLE, AL — The Jacksonville City Schools Board of Education held its regular monthly meeting on Thursday, June 12, 2025, addressing key safety and policy updates as the district prepares for the upcoming school year. AI Security System Proposal Chief Marcus Wood presented a comprehensive proposal for implementing ZeroEyes, an AI-powered weapon detection system that would […]
Calhoun County Gardening – Garden-to-Table Safety: Saltwater Soak Secret to Cleaner, Crisper Vegetables
Calhoun County, AL – Like many gardeners, I rinse my freshly picked vegetables in clean water—but I also take an extra step that’s made a big difference in both cleanliness and texture: a saltwater soak. Here’s the simple recipe I use: 1 gallon of cool water and 1 cup of salt. I soak my vegetables for […]
Calhoun County Commission Clears Full Agenda: Property Actions, Equipment Purchases, and Public Safety Grants Approved
ANNISTON, AL – The Calhoun County Commission unanimously approved all items on their agenda during their regular meeting held Thursday, June 12, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The commission addressed multiple property-related matters, approving 11 nuisance abatements for properties primarily located in Anniston. These included properties on Old Birmingham Highway, Moore Street, Oakridge Avenue, and West […]
Anniston Museum and Gardens to Host Plant Sale and Plumeria Workshop on June 19
Anniston, AL – The Anniston Museum and Gardens will host two horticulture-focused events on Thursday, June 19, as part of its “Third Thursday” series, offering visitors opportunities to expand their plant collections and deepen their gardening knowledge. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Longleaf Botanical Gardens will hold its monthly Plant Sale at the […]
New Head Coaches Step Up in Calhoun County Schools
Beegle approved to take over Ohatchee boys’ basketball program. Also, Feazell will fill Weaver softball opening. New head coaches in Calhoun County system Varsity head coaches hired by the Calhoun County Board of Education for the 2025-26 school year: —Blake Jennings, head football coach, Ohatchee —Jake Welch, head baseball coach, Ohatchee —David Beegle, head boys’ basketball coach, Ohatchee —Dustin […]
Alabama AG Steve Marshall Joins 19-State Amicus Brief Supporting Trump’s Deployment of National Guard During Los Angeles Unrest
Montgomery, AL — Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the state’s participation in a 19-state amicus brief in support of former President Donald Trump’s deployment of the National Guard during civil unrest in Los Angeles, California. The brief was filed in response to legal challenges over the federal government’s intervention following a series of violent […]
Author Storytime with Vallean Jackson Coming to Anniston Public Library
Anniston, AL – The Anniston Public Library will host a special author storytime event on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in the Ayer’s Room. Children’s book author Vallean Jackson will visit the library to read her book, Adventures with Liyah: Walking through the Ocean. The event is part of the library’s ongoing efforts […]
Bipartisan Group of Senators Introduces Bill to Modernize Investor Disclosures
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-AL), Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC), and a bipartisan coalition of Senate colleagues have introduced the Improving Disclosure for Investors Act of 2025, a legislative proposal that would direct the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to create rules allowing for the default electronic delivery of investment-related regulatory documents to […]