Two Charged with Murder, Robbery in Death of Missing Jacksonville Man
TALLADEGA, AL — Two individuals are facing serious charges in Talladega County in connection with the death of a Jacksonville man who was reported missing in January. Patrick Slade Boothe, 51, of Jacksonville, was initially reported missing on January 23, 2026, after he was last seen leaving the Parker Place SW area. Authorities said at […]
Alabama Rural Hospital Investment Program Reaches $20M Cap as State Launches Rural Health Transformation Efforts
MONTGOMERY, AL — The Alabama Hospital Association (AlaHA) announced that the $20 million tax credit cap for the Alabama Rural Hospital Investment Program has been reached just one month after the program opened on Jan. 5, reflecting strong participation from individuals and businesses across the state. The program, approved by the Alabama Legislature during the […]
US Cops: ‘I Just Smoked It All’ – Caught Red-Handed at the Gym S3E114
Oxford, AL – First Responders is a powerful German documentary series that delivers an unfiltered, real-time view into the world of emergency response. Through immersive, on-the-ground storytelling, the series follows dedicated professionals as they confront high-pressure situations and the emotional weight carried with every call. Showcasing moments of bravery, compassion, and resilience, First Responders reveals […]
State Surplus Property Auction Opens Feb. 7 with Vehicles, Electronics and More Available to Public
Montgomery, AL – A wide variety of surplus items — including trucks, boats, bicycles, electronics, fitness equipment and office furniture — will be available for bid beginning Saturday as part of the latest online state surplus property auction. The Surplus Property Division of the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) will host the online […]
Public Library of Anniston-Calhoun County to Host Teen Paint and Sip: Cocoa and Canvases on February 12
Anniston, AL – The Public Library of Anniston-Calhoun County will host a creative event for local teens next week, offering an opportunity to explore art in a relaxed, social setting. The “Teen Paint and Sip: Cocoa and Canvases” event is scheduled for Thursday, February 12, at 4 p.m. at the library, located at 108 E. 10th […]
Calhoun County Gardening – From Garden Notes to Garden Beds: Favorite Seeds to Sow for a Vibrant Spring
Calhoun County, AL – As winter settles in, many gardeners turn to seed catalogs and greenhouse dreams. For one local gardener, however, the season begins by searching through years of carefully kept garden notes. The goal is simple: select the favorite seeds that will bring color, height, and life back to the landscape in spring. […]
Gamecocks Reload: Jax State Adds 5 Prep Signees, 24 Portal Transfers to Bolster 2026 Class
Gamecocks add five prep signees, 24 portal additions to class after signing 25 in December. New additions include Randolph County all-state running back Winston, Oxford’s Bunn. By Joe Medley Charles Kelly is not one to overcomplicate things. Jacksonville State’s second-year football coach likes speed, and he likes size. He addressed both with a second signing […]
Gadsden State Theatre Program to Present Neil Simon’s Rumors Beginning February 26
Gadsden, AL – The Gadsden State Community College Theatre Program will present Rumors, a farcical comedy by Neil Simon, beginning February 26 in the Inzer Hall Black Box Theatre on the Wallace Drive Campus. Performances will be held at 7 p.m. from February 26–28 and March 5–7. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. for each […]
From Hardwood to Fairway: Piedmont’s Caden Wood Chooses Golf, Signs with Snead State
Wood’s decision to pursue golf over basketball, lots of hard work lead to his chance to sign with Snead State Community College. By Shannon Fagan WEIS Sports Director PIEDMONT – If there was a sport Piedmont senior Caden Wood might’ve envisioned himself playing at the next level, it was basketball. That all changed in his […]
Mark Chesnutt to Perform at Oxford Performing Arts Center on February 12
OXFORD, AL — Country music artist Mark Chesnutt is scheduled to perform at the Oxford Performing Arts Center on Thursday, February 12 at 7 p.m. The concert will take place at the Oxford Performing Arts Center, located at 100 E. Choccolocco St. in Oxford. The performance is presented by Sugar Bear. Chesnutt, widely recognized for […]