Oxford Leaders Tour UAB Facility as Plans Progress for Future Emergency Department
Oxford, AL – City leaders from Oxford recently joined representatives from Oxford Health Systems and UAB Medicine for a tour of the UAB Gardendale Freestanding Emergency Department as planning continues for a future freestanding emergency department in Oxford. According to city officials, Mayor Alton Craft, Councilmember Phil Gardner, and members of the City of Oxford team […]
Oxford Lake to Host “Gift of Nature” Youth Fishing and Survival Skills Event
Oxford, AL – A community event aimed at introducing young people to outdoor activities and survival skills is set to take place at Oxford Lake next month. The “Gift of Nature” event, hosted through a partnership between the Agency for Substance Abuse Prevention (ASAP) and Coosa Riverkeeper, will be held on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from […]
Katie Britt Introduces Mandatory E-Verify Act of 2026
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Katie Britt announced the introduction of the Mandatory E-Verify Act of 2026, legislation that would permanently reauthorize the federal E-Verify program and require all employers in the United States to use it to confirm employment eligibility for workers. According to Senator Britt’s office, the legislation aims to establish a nationwide standard for […]
Historic Main Street Oxford Announces Downtown Block Party at Simmons Park
Oxford, AL – Historic Main Street Oxford is inviting the community to attend its upcoming Downtown Block Party on Saturday, June 6, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Simmons Park, located at 400 Main Street in downtown Oxford. The free, family-friendly event is designed to bring residents and visitors together for an afternoon of music, […]
Honda Grant Supports STEM Expansion at Challenger Learning Center of Northeast Alabama
Rainbow City, AL – Challenger Learning Center of Northeast Alabama has announced it received a $25,000 Community Event Sponsorship from Honda to support the grand opening and continued growth of STEM education opportunities at the center. Located in Rainbow City, the Challenger Learning Center serves students, educators, and families across a 12-county region by offering hands-on […]
Oxford Parks and Recreation to Host “Create for a Cause” Scrap & Journal Retreat
Oxford, AL – The Oxford, Alabama Parks and Recreation and Oxford Scrap Society are inviting local crafters and creatives to attend “Create for a Cause: Scrap & Journal Retreat” on Saturday, May 30, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 401 McCullars Lane in Oxford, AL. The event is designed as a relaxed, self-guided retreat for […]
Gadsden State Celebrates Nursing Apprenticeship Signings with Local Healthcare Employers
Gadsden, AL – Gadsden State Community College recently recognized six nursing students and two regional healthcare employers during a signing ceremony for its Registered Nursing Apprenticeship Program. The event was held May 8 at the Beck Conference Center on the Wallace Drive Campus in Gadsden, AL. The apprenticeship program allows nursing students to continue attending […]
ABBA-Mania Bringing ABBA Tribute Experience to Oxford Performing Arts Center
Oxford, AL – The Oxford Performing Arts Center will host “ABBA-Mania” on Friday at 7:30 p.m., bringing a live tribute performance celebrating the music of the iconic Swedish pop group ABBA to Oxford. According to event information released by the venue, the show will feature live performances of ABBA hits including “Dancing Queen,” “Mamma Mia,” and “Waterloo.” Organizers […]