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Oxford American Legion Post 111 Presents Four Chaplains Church Service

Four Chaplin Service

Anniston, AL – On February 2, 2025, the Eulaton United Methodist Church in Anniston, Alabama, hosted the annual Four Chaplains Church Service, organized by the American Legion Post 111. The service commenced at 10:30 AM and was followed by a luncheon, fostering community spirit and remembrance. Reverend Carol Lambert, who leads both Coldwater United Methodist Church […]

U.S. Senators Britt and Budd Introduce the POLICE Act of 2025 to Strengthen Protection for Law Enforcement and First Responders

U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Ted Budd Protect Law Enforcement

Washington D.C. – U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Ted Budd (R-N.C.), along with several colleagues, introduced the Protect Our Law Enforcement with Immigration Control and Enforcement (POLICE) Act of 2025, a legislative measure aimed at providing stronger protection for law enforcement officers, firefighters, and other first responders. This bill builds on the historic passage of […]

Governor Kay Ivey Delivers 2025 State of the State Address: Progress and Challenges Ahead

2025 State of the State Address

MONTGOMERY, AL – Governor Kay Ivey addressed the Alabama Legislature, delivering her State of the State address in front of a gathering that included Lieutenant Governor Will Ainsworth, President Pro Tem Greg Gudger, Speaker of the House Mac McCutcheon, Chief Justice Tommy Stewart, and other distinguished guests. The speech was a reflection of Alabama’s achievements […]

Anniston Celebrates Grand Opening of Restored City Hall: Where History Meets the Future

Anniston Ribbon Cutting

Anniston, AL – The City of Anniston celebrated a major milestone today with the grand opening of its newly restored City Hall at 1129 Noble Street in downtown Anniston. The ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the completion of a $6 million restoration project, transforming the historic building into a modern government facility while preserving its rich architectural legacy. […]

Jacksonville City Council Meeting Addresses Public Concerns on Hate Propaganda, Square Lighting Issues, and Upcoming Events – January 31, 2025

Jacksonville City Council

Jacksonville, AL – The Jacksonville City Council convened for its rescheduled meeting at 6:00 p.m. on January 31, 2025.   Call to order. Invocation Pledge of Allegiance. Roll call. – All Present Proclamation. – None Work Session: Acceptance of Minutes. – No discussion  Any other business. – The council discussed the process for appointing a new […]

Gadsden State Community College to Honor Black History Month with Special Events

Gadsden State Community College celebrates Black History Month

Gadsden, AL – Gadsden State Community College is proud to celebrate Black History Month with two special events highlighting history, leadership, and cultural excellence. The first event will take place on February 10, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. at the East Broad Campus in the Science Building Auditorium. This Black History Month Celebration will feature Jerome McQueen, […]

Oxford Man Fatally Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash on Alabama 202

Traffic-Fatality-Calhoun-County

Calhoun County – A two-vehicle crash involving a pedestrian on Monday evening, February 3, resulted in the death of an Oxford man, according to authorities. Herbert M. Blair, 61, was walking in the roadway when he was struck by a 2016 Nissan Maxima driven by Norma T. Herrera, 37, of Anniston. Following the initial collision, […]

A Evening of Reflection and Hope: Celebrating Leadership at RMC

RMC

Anniston, AL – Community members and stakeholders gathered to honor the remarkable tenure of CEO Louis Bass at the RMC healthcare system. This event was more than a simple farewell; it was a heartfelt tribute to a leader whose impact has resonated deeply within the community and an enthusiastic welcome to his successor, Keith Parrott. […]