Former Alabama State Senator Doug Ghee Indicted in Calhoun County, Turns Himself In on Sexual Assault Charges
CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — Former Alabama State Senator Marshall Douglas Ghee Sr. was indicted by a Calhoun County grand jury on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, on charges of Sexual Abuse in the First Degree. On Thursday afternoon, June 26, 2025, Ghee turned himself into the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Jail, was processed, and bonded out […]
Anniston Ranks Among Most Affordable Cities for Pet Ownership as National Pet Care Costs Surge in 2025
Anniston, AL – Local pet owners in Anniston, Alabama can breathe a little easier amid rising national pet care costs, as the city ranks third most affordable in the country for pet parenthood, according to comprehensive new research from Rover, the world’s largest online marketplace for pet care. Rover’s sixth annual True Cost of Pet […]
Calhoun County Gardening – Floral Reflections: A Lifelong Journey Through Seasonal Design
Calhoun County, AL – I began floral design in my teens, working part-time for a florist. I was trained in making football corsages for homecomings, funeral wreaths on stands, and creating greenery backdrops for floral arrangements. In 1998, as I embraced organic gardening, I began incorporating a wide range of both annual seeds and perennial […]
Marques Green Announces Candidacy for Jacksonville City Council Place 5
Jacksonville, AL — Jacksonville resident Marques Green has officially announced his candidacy for Place 5 on the Jacksonville City Council, marking his first campaign for elected office. Green was appointed to the council on March 10, 2025, and is now seeking to continue his service through the upcoming municipal election on August 26. Originally from […]
Anniston Library to Host “Computer Care 101” Workshop on July 2
ANNISTON, AL – The Public Library of Anniston and Calhoun County is inviting the community to attend “Computer Care 101: Maintaining Your Computer Inside and Out” on Wednesday, July 2, at 2:00 p.m. The workshop will take place at the library’s main location at 108 E 10th Street in Anniston. This educational event is designed […]
Oxford City Council Holds June 24 Meeting, Approves Property Sale and Upcoming Public Hearings
Oxford, AL – The Oxford City Council convened its regular meeting on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The meeting opened with a welcome and invocation by David Harmon of Meadowbrook Baptist Church, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Council members approved the minutes from the June 10 meeting before […]
Gadsden State Celebrates 60 Years of Anniston’s Ayers Campus as Part of Centennial Campaign
Anniston, AL – Gadsden State Community College continued its year-long centennial celebration with a special event on June 17 recognizing 60 years of education and service at its Ayers Campus in Anniston, AL. The event brought together students, alumni, retirees, faculty, community members, and local leaders to commemorate the campus’s legacy and contributions to the college’s […]
Ambassador Spotlight: Biscuits with Birds at Anniston Museums and Gardens
Anniston, AL – The Anniston Museums and Gardens will host a special event, Ambassador Spotlight: Biscuits with Birds, on Saturday, July 5, at 9:30 a.m. at their Museum Drive location in Anniston, AL. The interactive program offers guests a light biscuit breakfast alongside educational interpreters and several of the museum’s resident Birds of Prey. Participants will […]
Bureau of Land Management to Host Wild Horse and Burro Auction
BLM to Host Online Wild Horse and Burro Auction with Cullman Pickup Option The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will offer members of the public the opportunity to adopt or purchase a wild horse or burro through an Online Corral auction, set to run from July 14 to July 21, 2025. Winning bidders will be […]
Piedmont to Host 5th Annual Independence Day Celebration on July 4th
Piedmont, AL – The Piedmont Arts & Entertainment Committee is set to host the city’s 5th Annual Independence Day Celebration on Friday, July 4th, at the Piedmont Sports Complex. The event will run from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and promises an evening filled with family-friendly fun. This year’s celebration will feature a variety of […]