Calhoun County Students Gain Leadership Skills at Alfa Youth Leadership Conference
Calhoun County, AL – Calhoun County students Ethan Cone, Zainatu Sesay, and Gavin Wood recently attended the Alfa Youth Leadership Conference, held Nov. 10–11 at the Alabama 4-H Center in Columbiana. Designed for 9th and 10th graders, the annual conference helps students develop leadership skills, learn to advocate for agriculture, and recognize their own potential. […]
Oxford Unveils Full Lineup of Holiday Events for 2025 Season
Oxford, AL – The City of Oxford is ushering in the 2025 holiday season with a full calendar of festive events for families, residents, and visitors to enjoy. The 2025 Festival of Lights at Choccolocco Park begins its annual run on Friday, November 21. Full ticket details and scheduling information are available at oxfordfestivaloflights.com. On Saturday, […]
Fruithurst Man Killed in Single-Vehicle Crash on County Road 65
Cleburne County, AL – A tragic single-vehicle crash on Wednesday night, Nov. 19, claimed the life of a Fruithurst man, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA). Justin A. Williams, 23, was fatally injured around 9 p.m. when the 2002 Toyota Camry he was driving left the roadway, overturned, and struck a tree. Williams was […]
Calhoun County Chamber Encourages Residents to “Shop Small, Cheer Big” This Holiday Season
Anniston, AL – The Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center is once again partnering with American Express to encourage residents to support local businesses as part of the annual Shop Small campaign. This year, the Chamber is placing extra emphasis on the theme “Shop Small, Cheer Big,” highlighting both community pride and the importance […]
Norfolk Southern Donates Over $450,000 to Strengthen Critical Care and Training at Children’s of Alabama
Birmingham, AL – Children’s of Alabama has announced a major investment from Norfolk Southern to support critical care services for children across the state. The railway company has committed more than $450,000 to enhance the hospital’s capacity to provide life-saving treatment and to strengthen medical training programs for clinical teams statewide. “Norfolk Southern is honored to […]
ALEA Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting During Gadsden Search Warrant
Gadsden, AL – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) has launched an investigation into an officer-involved shooting that occurred Thursday, November 20, in Gadsden. Special Agents with ALEA’s State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) are reviewing the incident, which involved officers with the Gadsden Police Department and deputies with the Etowah County Sheriff’s Office assigned to […]
Calhoun County Gardening – Winter Prep for a Flourishing Spring: Gardeners Encouraged to Organize Tools, Seeds, and Supplies
Calhoun County, AL – As temperatures drop and gardens settle into their dormant season, November through March present the ideal window for gardeners to prepare for the year ahead. According to local gardening experts, winter is the perfect time to organize seeds, review tools, and arrange supplies to ensure a smooth and productive spring. A […]
Governor Ivey Submits Alabama’s Rural Health Transformation Plan to CMS
Calhoun County, AL – Governor Kay Ivey announced Wednesday that Alabama has officially submitted its plan for participation in the federal Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). The RHTP was established under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which was supported by President Donald Trump and approved by […]
JSU’s Criminal Justice and Forensic Investigation Department Sees Major Expansion After Move to Ramona Wood Hall
Jacksonville, AL – As originally reported by Brett Buckner with the JSU Media Department, Jacksonville State University’s Department of Criminal Justice and Forensic Investigation is experiencing major expansion after relocating to Ramona Wood Hall in 2024 — a move that university leaders say has transformed both academic opportunities and hands-on training for students. The department […]