Governor Ivey Signs HB7 to Strengthen Penalties for Terroristic Threats
MONTGOMERY, AL — Kay Ivey has signed House Bill 7 into law, enacting stricter penalties for individuals who make terroristic threats against schools and other public spaces across Alabama. The legislation, sponsored by James Lomax and carried in the Senate by Matt Woods, aims to address growing concerns over threats that disrupt educational environments and […]
Oxford Parks and Recreation to Host Community Litter Cleanup at Oxford Lake Park
OXFORD, AL — Oxford Parks and Recreation will host a community litter cleanup at Oxford Lake Park on Thursday, April 16, 2026, as part of ongoing efforts to keep the city’s public spaces clean and welcoming. The event is scheduled from 4 to 6 p.m. and will follow a casual, come-and-go format designed to accommodate […]
Alabama Legislature Passes HB 67 to Limit Public Access to Voter Phone Numbers
Montgomery, AL — Wes Allen is commending the Alabama Legislature following the passage of House Bill 67, a measure aimed at balancing voter data accessibility with increased privacy protections. The legislation, sponsored by Jamie Kiel and carried in the Senate by Matt Woods, introduces changes to how voter information is distributed and accessed across the […]
Gadsden State PTK Chapter Earns International Recognition at Catalyst Conference
GADSDEN, AL — The Gadsden State Community College chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) has been recognized for multiple achievements at this year’s Catalyst Conference held in Baltimore, earning distinction among more than 1,300 chapters worldwide. The chapter was named among the Top 100 Chapters internationally, continuing a consistent record of recognition on a global level. In addition, the chapter’s Honors […]
APDA to Host Parkinson’s Good Start Program in Anniston for Newly Diagnosed Patients
ANNISTON, AL — The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) Information & Referral Center at the University of Alabama at Birmingham will host a specialized education program in Anniston for individuals recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. The APDA Parkinson’s Good Start Program is scheduled for Friday, May 15, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at […]
Photo Gallery from Anniston’s Sunny King Criterium
Anniston, AL — The Sunny King Criterium once again delivered an exciting day of high-speed competition as Marcos Mendez claimed victory in the Men’s Pro Race and Laurel Rathbun secured the top spot in the Women’s Pro Race. Held annually since 2003, the race remains a centerpiece of the Noble Street Festival, drawing elite cyclists […]
Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Property Crimes, Seeks Public Assistance
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating recent property crimes and is calling on the public for help. By encouraging community involvement, the Sheriff’s Office hopes to improve public safety and hold those accountable for these criminal activities. Incident 1: Sometime between March 18th and March 19th someone stole a brown […]
Sheriff Falon Hurst Shares Background, Experience, and Vision as He Seeks Election
CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — Calhoun County Sheriff Falon Hurst has announced that he is seeking election to continue serving in the role, outlining his background, experience, and priorities in a public statement. Hurst said he is “beyond blessed” to have spent the past year serving as Sheriff and is seeking election to continue the work already […]
Gov. Kay Ivey Awards $800,000 in Grants to Strengthen Statewide Drug Enforcement Efforts
Montgomery, AL — Kay Ivey has announced the awarding of $800,000 in grants to support narcotics investigations and drug-related crime enforcement across Alabama. The funding includes $100,000 allocations to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency and each of the state’s seven regional task forces that collectively form the Alabama Drug Enforcement Task Force. ALEA oversees the […]
State Funding and Private Donations Make Safety Guardrail a Reality at Alexandria Elementary
ALEXANDRIA, AL — A newly installed safety guardrail at Alexandria Elementary School is now providing an added layer of protection for hundreds of students, following a project that was more than a year in the making. The guardrail, installed just a few weeks ago, was fully funded through a combination of state support secured by […]