Arrest Made in Christmas Eve Shooting at Hickory Run Apartments in Jacksonville
Jacksonville, AL — An arrest has been made in connection with a Christmas Eve shootout that injured four people at the Hickory Run Apartments, according to Jacksonville Police Chief Marcus Wood. Brandon Dandridge, 24, of Talladega, was arrested Wednesday evening by the Jacksonville Police Department. Dandridge was identified as a suspect in the shooting, which […]
Community Rallies Around Family After Sudden Death of 16-Year-Old Scarlett Durden on Christmas Day
Piedmont, AL – The Calhoun County community and beyond are coming together to support the family of Scarlett Durden, who passed away suddenly on Christmas Day while celebrating the holiday with her family. Scarlett, 16, died unexpectedly as her family gathered to open presents, a loss that has left loved ones devastated. Funeral arrangements have […]
Local Political Parties Announce Candidate Qualifying Details for 2026 Elections
Calhoun County, AL – Both the Calhoun County Republican Party and the Calhoun County Democratic Party have released information regarding candidate qualifying for the 2026 election cycle, outlining timelines, offices up for election, and qualifying requirements. The Calhoun County Republican Party announced that it will begin qualifying county candidates on January 5, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. […]
Half Naked Half and Quarter Marathon Set for January 10 in Anniston
Anniston, AL – The Half Naked Half (and Quarter) Marathon is scheduled to take place Saturday, January 10, with the race beginning at 8 a.m. The event, held annually in Anniston, features both a half marathon (13.1 miles) and a quarter marathon and is open to runners and walkers of all abilities. The race’s distinctive name […]
Attorney General Steve Marshall Joins Multistate Settlement With Mercedes-Benz Over Emissions Violations
Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has joined a coalition of 50 attorneys general in announcing a $149,673,750 multistate settlement with Mercedes-Benz USA and Mercedes-Benz Group AG over allegations that the companies violated state laws prohibiting unfair or deceptive trade practices. According to the settlement, the companies marketed, sold, and leased diesel vehicles equipped […]
Games in Time Event Brings Classic Fun Indoors at Anniston Museums and Gardens
ANNISTON, AL — Anniston Museums and Gardens will host a family-friendly winter program titled Games in Time on Sunday, January 11, from 1 to 5 p.m. at its Museum Drive location. Designed as an indoor activity during the colder season, Games in Time invites visitors to enjoy a relaxed afternoon featuring a variety of games […]