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Calhoun County Recognized at Alabama Farmers Federation Annual Meeting

Local Farmers Honored at State Annual Meeting

Birmingham, AL – The Calhoun County Farmers Federation (CCFF) received an Award of Excellence during the Alabama Farmers Federation’s 104th annual meeting, held Dec. 7–8 in Montgomery. The award recognizes county federations for outstanding programming, community involvement and agricultural advocacy throughout 2025. Pictured during the presentation were Federation Executive Director Paul Pinyan and past CCFF President […]

ALEA Launches “12 Days of Safety” Campaign Ahead of Holiday Travel and New Year

ALEA's 12 Days of Safety Campaign

Montgomery, AL – As families across Alabama prepare for holiday travel, celebrations and the New Year, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is set to launch its annual “12 Days of Safety” campaign — a public-safety initiative designed to promote safe travel and responsible decision-making during one of the busiest times of the year. The […]

Craft for a Cause Brings Community Together Through Creativity and Giving

Craft for a Cause

Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville Parks & Recreation will host a free community event titled Craft for a Cause on Monday, December 22, 2025, offering residents an opportunity to combine creativity with community service. The event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at 501 Alexandria Road SW in Jacksonville, AL, and participants are welcome […]

Piedmont City Council Approves Municipal Court Diversion Program, Appoints New City Clerk

12162025 Piedmont City Council Meeting

PIEDMONT, AL – The Piedmont City Council approved a new municipal court pre-trial diversion program and appointed a new city clerk during its regular meeting Tuesday evening. Council members voted to adopt Ordinance No. 644, establishing a voluntary pre-trial diversion program in Piedmont Municipal Court. City officials said the program will give eligible defendants an […]

Governor Ivey Orders Flags at Half-Staff in Memory of Mountain Brook Resident

Alabama Flags at Half Staff

Montgomery, AL – Governor Kay Ivey has authorized flags to be flown at half-staff effective immediately on the grounds of the Alabama State Capitol Complex in Montgomery and throughout the state of AL. According to the governor’s authorization, the order will remain in effect until sunset on Friday, December 19, 2025. The directive is issued […]