Anniston City Council Reviews Tire Cleanup, Road Financing, Waste Collection Changes and Economic Development
ANNISTON, AL — The Anniston City Council addressed a range of municipal issues during its October 20 work session and regular meeting, including ongoing cleanup efforts at Gensco Tire properties, road and bridge improvement financing, changes to the city’s bulk waste collection agreement, and economic development initiatives. The council also approved licensing requests, authorized funding […]
Anniston Museum of Natural History to Host Skulls and Skeletons Event October 31
ANNISTON, AL – The Anniston Museum of Natural History will host a special educational event, “Skulls and Skeletons,” on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at 1 p.m. The event will offer visitors an opportunity to explore the role bones play in the animal kingdom through hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences. Organized by Anniston Museums and […]
Piedmont City Council Approves Recovery Residence Ordinance, Reviews Department Reports and Addresses Resident Concerns
PIEDMONT, AL — The Piedmont City Council addressed several matters during its October 20, 2026, meeting, including the adoption of regulations for recovery residences, monthly reports from city departments, equipment purchases for the fire department, and concerns regarding property drainage. Council Adopts Recovery Residence Regulations The council approved Ordinance 650, adopting the Calhoun County Commission’s […]
Pleasant Valley Volleyball Advances to North Super Regional With Sweep of Ranburne
Three-time defending 2A state champion Pleasant Valley sweeps way into North Super Regional, earns a sweet treat. By Joe Medley PLEASANT VALLEY — Pleasant Valley’s volleyball program has brought home AHSAA “Blue Map’ trophies the past three years, and four in a row is the goal. Still, third-year head coach Jennifer Mann believes in celebrating […]
ALEA Urges Drivers to Prioritize School Bus Safety During National School Bus Safety Week
MONTGOMERY, AL — The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is reminding motorists, parents and students of the importance of school bus safety as Alabama observes National School Bus Safety Week, October 19–23, 2026. The annual observance, recognized during the third full week of October, focuses on safe driving practices, student awareness and the role of […]
Oxford Girls Win Calhoun County Cross Country Championship in Tiebreaker; Boys Claim Fifth Straight Title
Eighth-grader comes through to give Oxford girls tiebreaker, first title since 2023. Oxford boys make it five county titles in a row, and Jacksonville’s Mathis, Sloughfy repeat as individual champions. By Joe Medley MCLELLAN — Wednesday’s Calhoun County cross country championship took on a dyanastic feel, with Jacksonville’s Rua Mathis and Rachel Sloughfy sweeping individual […]
Jacksonville State University to Host International House 80th Alumni Reunion October 30–November 1
JACKSONVILLE, AL – Jacksonville State University will welcome International House alumni back to campus October 30 through November 1, 2026, for the International House 80th Alumni Reunion and United Nations Day Tea. The three-day gathering will provide an opportunity for former International House participants to reconnect, celebrate the program’s history, and reflect on its longstanding […]
Four Area Volleyball Teams Advance to AHSAA Super Regionals; Jacksonville and Oxford Eliminated
Volleyball regionals start Wednesday at Hoover and Montgomery. Here is a listing of brackets involving area teams: North Super Regional Finley Center (Hoover) WEDNESDAY, Oct. 21 Private Single A Altamont vs. Donoho, 11 a.m. Whitesburg vs. Mars Hill Bible, 11 a.m. Athens Bible vs. Decatur Heritage, 11 a.m. Faith Christian vs. Westminster Oak Mountain, 11 […]
Alabama Attorney General Joins Supreme Court Brief Supporting Religious Exemptions to School Vaccination Requirements
MONTGOMERY, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has joined a coalition of 16 state attorneys general urging the U.S. Supreme Court to consider a case involving parental religious rights and vaccination requirements for students enrolled in online public schools. The case involves Krystal and Anthony Perry, West Virginia parents who object to vaccinating their […]
Area High School Sports Schedule Features Key Football Matchups, Volleyball Regionals Oct. 19–24
High school sports events for area high schools for the week of Oct. 19-Oct. 24. Coaches, report schedule changes and results to joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Football FRIDAY, Oct. 23 Jacksonville at Alexandria Anniston at Sylacauga Central-Clay at Moody Cherokee County at Crossville Cleburne County at Weaver Coosa Christian at Shoals Christian Pickens Academy at Donoho Glencoe at […]