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Governor Ivey Signs HB7 to Strengthen Penalties for Terroristic Threats

Governor Ivey Signs into Law Stronger Penalties for Terrorist Threats in Schools and Other Public Spaces

MONTGOMERY, AL — Kay Ivey has signed House Bill 7 into law, enacting stricter penalties for individuals who make terroristic threats against schools and other public spaces across Alabama. The legislation, sponsored by James Lomax and carried in the Senate by Matt Woods, aims to address growing concerns over threats that disrupt educational environments and […]

Oxford Parks and Recreation to Host Community Litter Cleanup at Oxford Lake Park

OXFORD PARK LAKE CLEANUP EVENT

OXFORD, AL — Oxford Parks and Recreation will host a community litter cleanup at Oxford Lake Park on Thursday, April 16, 2026, as part of ongoing efforts to keep the city’s public spaces clean and welcoming. The event is scheduled from 4 to 6 p.m. and will follow a casual, come-and-go format designed to accommodate […]

High School Sports Roundup: Packed Week of Action Across Calhoun County April 13–18

This week’s schedule

High school sports events involving area teams for the week of April 13-18. Coaches, report schedule changes and results to joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Cover photo: Jacksonville Christian’s Mollie Mullinax hurdles her way to victory in last year’s Calhoun County Track Championship. This year’s county championship starts Tuesday at Choccolocco Park and concludes Wednesday. (Photo by Brad Campbell/sport-shutter.com) […]

Longleaf Botanical Gardens Announces Annual Spring Plant Sale in Anniston

Spring Plant Sale

Anniston, AL – The Anniston Museums and Gardens has announced its annual Spring Plant Sale at Longleaf Botanical Gardens, offering the community an opportunity to purchase a wide variety of plants while supporting the continued growth of the gardens. The event will take place over two days at the gardens’ greenhouses and nursery, located on […]

Alabama Legislature Passes HB 67 to Limit Public Access to Voter Phone Numbers

Secretary of State Wes Allen Applauds Alabama Legislature’s Final Passage of HB 67

Montgomery, AL — Wes Allen is commending the Alabama Legislature following the passage of House Bill 67, a measure aimed at balancing voter data accessibility with increased privacy protections. The legislation, sponsored by Jamie Kiel and carried in the Senate by Matt Woods, introduces changes to how voter information is distributed and accessed across the […]

Gadsden State PTK Chapter Earns International Recognition at Catalyst Conference

Gadsden State’s Phi Theta Kappa Chapter Celebrates Outstanding Achievements at Catalyst Conference in Baltimore

GADSDEN, AL — The Gadsden State Community College chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) has been recognized for multiple achievements at this year’s Catalyst Conference held in Baltimore, earning distinction among more than 1,300 chapters worldwide. The chapter was named among the Top 100 Chapters internationally, continuing a consistent record of recognition on a global level. In addition, the chapter’s Honors […]

APDA to Host Parkinson’s Good Start Program in Anniston for Newly Diagnosed Patients

AMERICAN PARKINSON DISEASE ASSOCIATION BRINGS SPECIALIZED PROGRAM FOR THOSE NEWLY DIAGONOSED TO ANNISTON AREA

ANNISTON, AL — The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) Information & Referral Center at the University of Alabama at Birmingham will host a specialized education program in Anniston for individuals recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. The APDA Parkinson’s Good Start Program is scheduled for Friday, May 15, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at […]

Photo Gallery from Anniston’s Sunny King Criterium

Anniston, AL — The Sunny King Criterium once again delivered an exciting day of high-speed competition as Marcos Mendez claimed victory in the Men’s Pro Race and Laurel Rathbun secured the top spot in the Women’s Pro Race. Held annually since 2003, the race remains a centerpiece of the Noble Street Festival, drawing elite cyclists […]