Calhoun County Blue Line Foundation Hosts Weekend of Community Unity and Support for First Responders
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Blue Line Foundation brought the community together this past weekend in a powerful demonstration of support for local law enforcement and fire departments. From aircraft fly-ins to chili-filled competition, the back-to-back events created a memorable celebration of public service, partnership, and community pride. The weekend kicked off Friday […]
Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Requests Public Help in Solving Recent Property Crimes
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating recent property crimes and is calling on the public for help. By encouraging community involvement, the Sheriff’s Office hopes to improve public safety and hold those accountable for these criminal activities. Incident 1: Sometime on August 29th a residence on Snow Circle in Hobson […]
Defense, Kicking Woes Cost Jax State in Loss at Georgia Southern
Defense, kicking game struggle as Jax State comes back, then surrenders fourth-quarter lead to fall at Georgia Southern. STATESBORO, GA — For the fourth time in as many trips to Georgia Southern, Jax State departed Allen E. Paulson Stadium Saturday night with a case of the Statesboro Blues. The host Eagles overcame a fourth-quarter […]
Area Teams Gear Up for Packed Week of Sports, Sept. 15–20
High school sports events involving area teams for the week of Sept. 15-20. Coaches, report schedule changes and results to joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Football THURSDAY, Sept. 18 Central-Clay at Sylacauga FRIDAY, Sept. 19 Oneonta at Alexandria Anniston at Hokes Bluff White Plains at Cherokee County Booker T. Washington at Cleburne County Susan Moore at Coosa Christian Winterboro […]
Governor Ivey Welcomes 101 New Correctional Officers Following Graduation
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey hosted 101 newly graduated Correctional Officer Trainees (COTs) at the Governor’s Mansion last week, celebrating their achievement and welcoming them into the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC). The officers completed 10 consecutive weeks of intensive training at the ADOC Academy and graduated on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at the Montgomery […]
Gadsden State Honors Staff with 2025 Excellence in Service Awards
Gadsden, AL – Gadsden State Community College recently recognized two employees for their outstanding commitment to service with the 2025 Excellence in Service Awards. The annual honors highlight staff members whose work strengthens the institution and inspires the campus community. The 2025 recipients are Ethan Vinyard, Maintenance Technician I, and Kaiti Bolton, CRM Coordinator I. […]
Final Free Disposal Days Announced for Anniston Residents
ANNISTON — The City of Anniston has announced the last opportunity for residents to participate in Free Disposal Days before transitioning to a new residential trash pickup provider. Citizens may drop off items free of charge on Friday, September 19, and Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Residents are reminded that […]
ADECA Opens Public Comment Period on Final BEAD Proposal for Alabama Broadband Expansion
MONTGOMERY — The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) has opened a seven-day public comment period on the state’s final Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program proposal before submitting it to the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) on Sept. 18, 2025. If approved, the plan will ensure that every BEAD-eligible location […]
LeCroy-Hughston Duo Sets Final-Round Record, Wins 46th Sunny King Charity Classic
The team of LeCroy-Hughston matches the final-round scoring record at 15 under par, pulls away for four-stroke victory in 46th Sunny King Charity Classic. By Joe Medley ANNISTON — Jacob LeCroy’s 2-year-old dog Waylon waited excitedly for LeCroy and teammate Harrison Hughston to finish Sunday’s final round of the 46th Sunny King Charity Classic. However […]
Calhoun County Gardening – Fall Blooms Bright: 3,000 Dahlias to Dazzle Visitors at Longleaf Botanical Gardens
Calhoun County, AL – Fall is just around the corner, and the gardens at Longleaf Botanical Gardens (LBG) are preparing a spectacular seasonal showcase. Cooler September and early October temperatures signal the peak blooming season for dahlias, and this year’s display promises to be one of the most impressive yet. In 2024, more than 2,000 […]