City of Anniston Reviewing Ward Map and Voter Assignment Discrepancy
Anniston, AL – The City of Anniston announced it is reviewing a discrepancy involving voter assignment records and the official ward map in the area where Ward 2 Councilwoman Erica Tolson resides. According to a statement released by the City, the issue came to light during a recent review connected to a house fire at […]
Memorial Day Ceremony Planned at Fort McClellan Post Cemetery
ANNISTON, AL — A Memorial Day Ceremony honoring the nation’s fallen service members is scheduled for Monday, May 25, 2026, at the Fort McClellan Post Cemetery. The event, sponsored by American Legion Post 111, will begin at 10 a.m. with prelude music performed by the Cheaha Winds Community Band under the direction of Jared Ross. […]
Gadsden State Recognizes Students Completing Healthcare Training Programs
Gadsden, AL – Gadsden State Community College recently recognized students who completed healthcare training programs and earned industry certifications during a pinning ceremony held May 5, 2026, at the Advanced Manufacturing Center on the East Broad Campus in Gadsden. The ceremony honored students who completed training in Phlebotomy, Nursing Support Technician, and Advanced Nursing Assistant with […]
Randolph County’s State Tournament Run Ends, but Tigers Poised for Strong Return After Back-to-Back Appearances
Randolph County’s stay at Choccolocco Park short, but Tigers return most of their roster after making first two state-tourney appearances back to back By Joe Medley OXFORD — Randolph County bats produced two runs in two state-tournament games a week after thundering for 44 in four East Regional games, but the Tigers’ big picture remains […]
Attorney General Steve Marshall Issues Statement Following Sentencing in Aniah Blanchard Murder Case
MONTGOMERY, AL — Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall issued a statement Thursday following the sentencing of Ibraheem Yazeed to life in prison for the 2019 abduction and murder of Aniah Blanchard. Earlier this year, a jury convicted Yazeed of murder in connection with the kidnapping and killing of Blanchard, whose disappearance in October 2019 led […]
Westbrook Christian Claims Class 4A State Title Behind MVP Brodie Johnson’s Complete-Game Performance
MVP Johnson finishes stellar series with complete game, and Warriors claim Class 4A state title under first-year head coach. By Joe Medley JACKSONVILLE — Most valuable player Brodie Johnson pitched a complete-game masterpiece to go with his three hits, and Westbrook Christian beat Bibb County 10-2 in Wednesday’s Game 2 on Jax State’s Rudy Abbott […]
Governor Kay Ivey Announces America 250 Alabama Celebration at State Capitol
MONTGOMERY, AL — Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday formally announced plans for an “America 250 Alabama Celebration” at the Alabama State Capitol as part of preparations leading up to the nation’s 250th birthday in 2026. The public event is scheduled for Thursday, May 21, at 11:00 a.m. on the front steps of the Alabama State […]
Ranburne’s Historic State Tournament Run Ends Against G.W. Long, but Bulldogs Show Program Growth
Ranburne’s stay at state softball tournament ends with loss to G.W. Long, but getting there and winning a game marks progress By Joe Medley OXFORD — One team wins a state championship each season, and every other team’s season ends in a tearful huddle with the coach. For the first time in recent memory, Ranburne’s […]