UPDATED: Jacksonville City Council Addresses Liquor License Concerns, Approves Budget Schedule
JACKSONVILLE, AL – The Jacksonville City Council held its regular meeting on July 14, 2025, addressing several key items including a controversial liquor license application, upcoming budget meetings, and formal election certifications. Liquor License Application Denied Amid Safety Concerns The council voted down the retail on-premises beer and wine application and lounge liquor license for […]
Ben Little Discusses Ideas in Anniston Mayoral Interview
Anniston, AL – Anniston mayoral candidate Ben Little sat down with the Calhoun Journal to outline his vision for the city if elected. Ben Little, a longtime Anniston City Council member seeking the mayor’s office, recently participated in an extensive interview with the Calhoun Journal, outlining his comprehensive platform for leading the city. The veteran public […]
Former Oxford Standout Sam Robertson Drafted by Mets; Two JSU Pitchers Selected; Shed Long Named AAPB All-Star
Oxford, AL – Former Oxford standout, key figure on 2023 state-championship team, selected by the New York Mets; two Gamecocks picked; Jacksonville grad Long an AAPB all-star Sam Robertson, all-state shortstop for Oxford’s 2023 Class 6A state championship baseball team, went in the 17th round of the Major League Baseball draft to the New York […]
Calhoun County Commissioners Host Free Dump Day on July 19
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Commissioners are inviting residents to take part in a Free Dump Day scheduled for Saturday, July 19, 2025. The event aims to provide a convenient, cost-free way for Calhoun County residents to dispose of specific types of household waste responsibly. Held at the Calhoun County Landfill located at 3625 […]
Gadsden State Community College to Host Advanced Women’s Self-Defense Class in Boaz
Gadsden, AL – The Gadsden State Community College Police and Public Safety Department will host an Advanced Women’s Self-Defense Class on Saturday, August 2, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Alabama Firearms Academy, located at 100 Elizabeth Street, Suite #439, in Boaz, AL. Open to women ages 13 and up, the free training session […]
“Wildlife of Pelham Range” to be Featured at Calhoun County Master Gardeners’ July Lunch and Learn
Anniston, AL – On July 23, 2025, the Calhoun County Master Gardeners will host their next installment of the 2025 Lunch and Learn series with a special presentation titled “Wildlife of Pelham Range.” The event will take place at the Cane Creek Community Garden Classroom, located at 77 Justice Avenue in Anniston. The session will be […]
Alabama Sends Additional Firefighters to Support Texas Flood Response
Montgomery, AL – On Saturday, Governor Kay Ivey announced that Alabama is expanding its support to Texas by deploying additional firefighters to assist with ongoing search and rescue operations following severe flooding across the state. This move follows the initial deployment of Alabama Task Force 1 earlier in the week. The newly deployed personnel come from […]
Jacksonville Parks and Recreation to Host Toddler and Kiddo Olympics on July 26
Jacksonville, AL – The City of Jacksonville Parks and Recreation Department is set to host two youth-oriented athletic events on Saturday, July 26, designed to encourage physical activity and community participation among children. The annual Toddler Olympics will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., welcoming children ages 2 to 4. Activities will include a […]
Senator Katie Britt Highlights Balanced Regulation and Law Enforcement Tools at Senate Hearing on Digital Assets
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-AL) addressed the evolving landscape of digital assets during a Senate Banking Committee hearing titled “From Wall Street to Web3: Building Tomorrow’s Digital Asset Markets.” The hearing explored how regulatory frameworks can both support innovation and safeguard against risks in emerging digital asset markets. During the session, Senator […]