Oxford Health Systems Announces Plans for New West Oxford Paramedics Station
OXFORD, AL. — Oxford Health Systems has announced plans to build a new Oxford Paramedics ambulance station in West Oxford following a land donation from GC Group Holdings owner Joey Callahan. The future emergency medical services station will be located within the Oxford Oaks development in West Oxford and is expected to improve ambulance coverage […]
Jacksonville to Celebrate Independence Day with Sixth Annual Jax Fest on July 3
JACKSONVILLE, AL — The City of Jacksonville will host its sixth annual Jax Fest on Friday, July 3, beginning at 6 p.m. at the Public Safety Complex Park, 911 Public Safety Drive SW. The free community celebration will honor America’s 250th birthday with live entertainment, family activities, local vendors, food trucks and a fireworks finale. […]
Fireworks and Pets Planning Ahead Can Help Keep Animals Safe This Independence Day
Calhoun County, AL – As Independence Day celebrations approach, pet owners are encouraged to prepare ahead of time to help keep their animals safe and reduce anxiety caused by fireworks. The following guidance comes from Nicole Ellis, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and Pet Lifestyle Expert with Rover, who shared her expertise during an interview conducted […]
Ohatchee to Host Independence Celebration Honoring America’s 250th Anniversary
OHATCHEE, AL — The Town of Ohatchee will host a community Independence celebration on Friday, July 3, 2026, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States with an evening of family-friendly activities, patriotic entertainment, and fireworks. The event will take place at 400 Big Oak Road in Ohatchee and is open to the public. Organizers […]
Jacksonville Public Library to Host Jurassic Park Movie Marathon July 3
JACKSONVILLE, AL — The Jacksonville Public Library will host a Jurassic Park Movie Marathon on Friday, July 3, beginning at 10 a.m. at the library, located at 200 Pelham Road South in Jacksonville. The event is part of the library’s dinosaur-themed Summer Reading Program and will feature screenings of the original Jurassic Park trilogy throughout […]
Pine Hill Country Club to Host Red, White & Blue Scramble on Independence Day
ANNISTON, AL — Golfers will have the opportunity to celebrate Independence Day on the course as Pine Hill Country Club hosts its annual Red, White & Blue Scramble on Saturday, July 4, with an 8 a.m. shotgun start. The four-person scramble will take place at Pine Hill Country Club, located at 175 Pine Hill Drive […]
Governor Ivey Recognizes Alabama Manufacturing on Made in the USA Day
MONTGOMERY — Governor Kay Ivey has issued a proclamation recognizing Alabama’s manufacturing industry in observance of National “Made in the USA” Day on July 2, highlighting the sector’s role in the state’s economy and workforce. According to the governor’s office, Alabama’s manufacturing industry employs more than 280,000 workers across more than 4,000 businesses statewide. The […]
Munford to Celebrate Independence Day with Car Show and First Annual Fourth of July Parade
MUNFORD, AL — The Munford community will celebrate Independence Day on Saturday, July 4, with a full day of patriotic activities, including a morning car show and the town’s first annual Fourth of July parade. Hosted by Choccolocco Car Show & Cruise-In, the festivities begin with the Munford Freedom Fest Car Show at the Munford […]
Calhoun Chamber Foundation Receives $4,300 Grant to Expand Youth Entrepreneur Program
ANNISTON, AL — The Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center’s 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the Calhoun County Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Inc., has been awarded a $4,300 grant through Sparklight’s Charitable Giving Fund to support the Chamber’s Youth Entrepreneur Program. According to the Chamber, the funding will be used to expand the program, which serves Calhoun […]
Governor Ivey Encourages Alabamians to Participate in Light to Unite Week
MONTGOMERY, AL — Governor Kay Ivey is encouraging Alabamians to participate in the national “Light to Unite”campaign as the nation commemorates the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. The statewide observance, designated as Light to Unite Week, runs from July 1 through July 8, 2026. During the week, residents, businesses and […]