Halloween Safety Reminders for Families and Motorists Ahead of Weekend Celebrations
Calhoun County, AL – As families throughout Calhoun County prepare for Halloween celebrations on Saturday, October 31, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is urging parents, trick-or-treaters, and motorists to take additional precautions to ensure a safe holiday weekend. With Halloween falling on a Saturday this year, neighborhoods across Alabama could experience increased pedestrian and […]
Jacksonville State Defeats New Mexico State 24-0 as Caden Creel Sets Rushing Record and Gamecocks Clinch Bowl Eligibility
Creel makes his mark in Jax State history as the Gamecocks down New Mexico State to clinch bowl eligibility. LAS CRUCES, N.M. — Caden Creel put his stamp on his time as Jax State’s starting quarterback Wednesday. The second-year starter became the first Gamecock quarterback to rush for 200-plus yards in a game, rushing for […]
US Cops: Fake Bank Call Ends in $10,000 Theft
Oxford, AL –First Responders, a German documentary series, provides an inside look at the daily responsibilities and challenges faced by firefighters, paramedics, and rescue personnel. Using footage captured during actual emergency responses, the series follows first responders as they navigate dangerous situations, make critical decisions, and work together to protect lives and property. Beyond the […]
Hobson City to Host Headstone Dedication Honoring Korean War Veteran and Purple Heart Recipient Maynard Eugene Dobbins
Hobson City, AL – A headstone dedication ceremony honoring the life, military service, and community contributions of Private First Class Maynard Eugene Dobbins will be held Saturday, October 31, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Hobson City Memorial Gardens. The ceremony, hosted by The Southern Sons of Liberty Inc., will recognize Dobbins, a Korean War veteran […]
World Ballet Company Scheduled to Perform at Oxford Performing Arts Center November 4
OXFORD, AL – The World Ballet Company is scheduled to perform at the Oxford Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at 7 p.m. The upcoming performance will bring the touring ballet company to Oxford, offering local audiences an opportunity to experience live ballet. The World Ballet Company presents professional ballet productions featuring dancers […]
Jacksonville State University Professor’s Research Receives 2026 USEC Test of Time Award
JACKSONVILLE, AL – Research co-authored by Jacksonville State University Associate Professor of Computer Science Dr. Arup Ghosh has received the 2026 USEC Test of Time Award, recognizing the continued relevance and impact of research examining parental controls and teen online safety. The paper, titled “Parental Control vs. Teen Self-Regulation: Is There a Middle Ground for […]
Gadsden State Community College Simulation Center Earns Provisional Accreditation
Gadsden, AL – Gadsden State Community College’s Simulation Center has received provisional accreditation from the Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH), becoming one of only two community college programs in Alabama to hold the designation. The college received notification of the accreditation on August 10, 2026. The recognition follows an evaluation process designed to assess […]