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Piedmont Student Benjamin Dempsey Awarded PBCI Livestock Scholarship During SLE Rodeo Ceremony

Calhoun County Youth Awarded PBCI Scholarship During 2026 SLE Rodeo & Livestock Week

Piedmont, AL – Benjamin Dempsey of Piedmont, AL was recognized for his involvement in Alabama’s livestock industry by receiving a scholarship from the Poarch Band of Creek Indians during a ceremony held Sunday, March 22. The presentation took place in coordination with the Southeastern Livestock Exposition Rodeo. Dempsey was among student recipients honored for their participation […]

Calhoun County Gardening – Iris: The Hidden Workhorse of the Garden

Iris Blooms

Calhoun County, AL – The iris is often celebrated for its vibrant, show-stopping blooms—but its value in the landscape goes far beyond spring color. With its tall, sword-like leaves, the iris offers a practical and economical solution for adding structure, texture, and greenery to your garden year-round. When installing a new border or filling a large […]

Gov. Kay Ivey Awards $135,000 in Grants to Support Law Enforcement Training Programs, Including Jacksonville State University

Gov. Ivey awards grants to universities for law enforcement training

Montgomery, AL – Kay Ivey has awarded two grants totaling $135,000 to support training programs aimed at strengthening law enforcement efforts across Alabama, with a significant portion of funding directed to Jacksonville State University. The governor allocated $75,000 to Jacksonville State University and $60,000 to Auburn University at Montgomery to provide both general and specialized training […]