Anniston Council Approves Budget Amendments, Infrastructure Items During July 21 Meeting
ANNISTON — The Anniston City Council approved a series of budget amendments, infrastructure projects, contracts and development-related items during its July 21 meeting after reviewing the proposals during a preceding work session. Council members also discussed future improvements along Quintard Avenue, heard updates on community projects and shared comments regarding litter cleanup, community events and […]
Calhoun County Beautification Board Honors 2026 Residential and Commercial Property Winners
ANNISTON — The Calhoun County Beautification Board recognized outstanding residential and commercial properties from across the county during its 2026 Awards Luncheon, held July 17 at Anniston Country Club. The annual awards recognize homeowners and businesses that demonstrate excellence in landscaping, property maintenance and community pride throughout Calhoun County’s five commission districts. This year’s residential […]
Genesis Worship Center to Host Matthew 25 Project Food Giveaway in Jacksonville Saturday
JACKSONVILLE, AL — Genesis Worship Center will host a community food giveaway through its Matthew 25 Project on Saturday, July 25, beginning at 10 a.m. at the church, located at 251 Rocky Hollow Road in Jacksonville. According to the event announcement, food will be distributed beginning at 10 a.m. and will continue until supplies are gone. […]
Annual Wing Night Returns to Weaver Cave Preserve Aug. 7
ANNISTON, AL — The Georgia-Alabama Land Trust (GALT) will host its sixth annual Wing Night on Friday, Aug. 7, at Weaver Cave Preserve, offering the public an opportunity to observe one of the region’s largest wildlife spectacles while learning about bat conservation. The event will take place at Weaver Cave Preserve, 1000 Cave Road in […]
Jacksonville State Hosts Inaugural Summer Civics Seminar for Nearly 100 Alabama Educators
JACKSONVILLE, AL — Nearly 100 elementary educators from across Alabama participated in Jacksonville State University’s inaugural Summer Civics Seminar, a six-day professional development program focused on strengthening civic education in classrooms statewide. Held June 14-19 and hosted by Jax State’s Center for Leadership and American Principles, the seminar brought together teachers from 74 public and […]
Anniston Genealogical Society to Celebrate 50th Anniversary with Summer Workshop Featuring Alabama Historian Larry Caver
ANNISTON, AL — The AlaBenton Genealogical Society will continue its yearlong 50th anniversary celebration by hosting its annual Summer Workshop on Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026, at the Anniston Public Library. The event will feature guest speaker Larry E. Caver Jr., an Alabama historian, genealogical author specializing in Alabama research, and a founding member of the Old […]
Alabama to Receive $260,817 in 23andMe Bankruptcy Settlement Following 2023 Data Breach
MONTGOMERY, AL — Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall joined a coalition of 42 attorneys general in announcing a settlement with the bankruptcy trustee for 23andMe, resolving state claims related to the company’s 2023 data breach that exposed the personal information of millions of customers. The settlement allows for $150 million in claims by participating states. However, […]