Trial Continues Through Day 2 of Animal Abuse Case at Calhoun County Shelter
CAUTION: This article covers the sensitive topic of animal euthanasia and potential abuse that may disturb some readers. Calhoun County, AL – The second day of testimony continued as the prosecution, led by District Attorney Lynn Hammond, presented evidence against Chris Westmoreland, the former director of the Calhoun County Animal Shelter. The first witness, John McCall, Assistant […]
Jacksonville Freestanding Emergency Department Receives State Approval, Construction to Begin
JACKSONVILLE, AL — RMC Health System (RMC), Jacksonville State University, the City of Jacksonville, and Developer Solutions and Facilities Development Company (DSF) have received final state approval to move forward with the planned freestanding emergency department (FED) in Jacksonville. According to a release issued April 15, 2026, representatives met with the Certificate of Need Board […]
Most Wanted in Calhoun County | April 15, 2026
Calhoun County, AL – Each week the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office released their current “Most Wanted” list. An “FTA” means that a person failed to appear for a court date and does not necessarily mean guilty of a criminal charge. A “Probation Violation” means that a person has been found guilty of a charge and […]
Youth Ballfields Across Calhoun County Receive AEDs, Expanding Emergency Preparedness
CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — Youth ballfields across Calhoun County are expanding their emergency preparedness efforts with the addition of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) and hands-on training for coaches, volunteers, and league leadership. The initiative includes the placement of AED units at multiple recreational facilities, along with instructional sessions led by Piedmont Rescue Director Pat Brown. […]
Championship May Returns to Choccolocco Park with Full Slate of Collegiate and High School Tournaments
OXFORD, AL — Choccolocco Park is preparing for another busy championship season as teams from across the country return for “Championship May 2026,” a month-long lineup of elite softball and baseball tournaments. Each year, the park serves as a destination for hundreds of athletes competing at the collegiate, junior college, and high school levels. The […]
Ohatchee Town Council Discusses Community Events, Approves Key Resolutions During April Meeting
OHATCHEE, AL — The Ohatchee Town Council covered a wide range of topics during its recent meeting, including upcoming community events, operational updates, and the approval of several resolutions impacting town employees, public safety, and local development. One of the highlights of the discussion centered on a nationwide initiative tied to the upcoming 250th anniversary […]
SB99 Sponsored by Sen. Keith Kelley and Rep. Mark Gidley Signed Into Law, Requiring Ten Commandments Displays in Alabama Schools
MONTGOMERY, AL — Governor Kay Ivey has signed Senate Bill 99 into law, requiring the display of the Ten Commandments in certain public schools across Alabama. SB99, sponsored by Sen. Kelley and co-sponsored in the House by Mark Gidley, mandates that the Ten Commandments be displayed alongside information outlining their historical significance. The requirement applies […]
Oxford Police Investigator Jaclyn Willis Named Officer of the Year During April 14 City Council Meeting
OXFORD, AL — Oxford Police Investigator Jaclyn Willis was recognized as the 2026 Law Enforcement Officer of the Year by American Legion Post 111 during the Oxford City Council meeting held Tuesday, April 14, 2026. The presentation took place as part of the council’s regular agenda, where Post Judge Advocate Preston Hale addressed the council […]
Jacksonville State University Approves Flight Training Partnership for New Aviation Program
JACKSONVILLE, AL — Jacksonville State University has approved a new partnership with Sanders Flight Training Center to provide flight instruction for students enrolled in the Commercial Aviation concentration within its upcoming Bachelor of Science in Aviation program. The agreement was approved by the Jax State Board of Trustees during its quarterly meeting on Tuesday. The […]
DEA Classifies Bromazolam as Schedule I Drug; Alabama Attorney General Issues Warning on Illegal Kratom Products
MONTGOMERY, AL — Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced that the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration has formally classified bromazolam, often referred to as “Designer Xanax,” as a Schedule I controlled substance under the Controlled Substances Act. The classification, which places bromazolam in the same category as heroin and LSD, follows a request from a coalition […]