Chris Westmoreland Receives Maximum Sentence in Calhoun County Animal Abuse Case
CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — Christopher Westmoreland was sentenced Friday in Calhoun County Circuit Court after being convicted in April on charges of aggravated cruelty to animals and practicing veterinary medicine without a license. Judge Jennifer Weems sentenced Westmoreland to the maximum allowed under Alabama law on both convictions. On the aggravated cruelty to animals conviction, Westmoreland […]
Pedestrian Killed in Commercial Vehicle Crash on U.S. 431 in Calhoun County
Piedmont, AL – A pedestrian was killed in a crash involving a commercial vehicle Wednesday night in Calhoun County, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. ALEA officials said the crash occurred at approximately 10 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6, on U.S. Highway 431 near the 234 mile marker, approximately one mile south of Anniston. Authorities […]
Anniston City Council Returns to City Hall, Approves Matthew Caballero as City Manager in Split Vote
Anniston, AL – The Anniston City Hall officially reopened its council chambers Tuesday evening as the Anniston City Council held its first meeting back inside City Hall following months of temporary relocation due to elevator accessibility repairs. The May 5, 2026 work session and formal council meeting marked the return of meetings to the second-floor council […]
Town of Ohatchee Discusses Rapid Response Success, July 3 Celebration and Community Projects
Ohatchee, AL – The Ohatchee Town Council meeting focused on public safety, community events and upcoming projects, including a check presentation supporting the town’s rapid response program and early planning for the town’s July 3 celebration. During the meeting, East Alabama Emergency Medical Services CEO John Blue presented the town with a $35,000 check to support […]
Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation Establishes Laura Tutor Memorial Nursing Scholarship
Gadsden, AL – The Gadsden State Community College Cardinal Foundation has announced the establishment of the Laura Tutor Memorial Nursing Scholarship, created to honor the life and legacy of Laura Tutor, a 2011 magna cum laude graduate of the college’s nursing program. According to the announcement, Laura Tutor made a mid-career transition into nursing after enrolling […]
Terry Howell Reflects on First Term Ahead of May 19 Primary, Announces Community Meetings
Calhoun County, AL – Calhoun County Commissioner Terry Howell spoke with the Calhoun Journal this week as the May 19, 2026 primary election approaches, reflecting on his first term in office and discussing accomplishments he believes have been achieved during his time serving District 4. Howell stated that his first term began on Nov. 16, […]
Governor Ivey Signs “Sarah Marsh Heaven’s 27 Camp Safety Act” Into Law
MONTGOMERY — Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday signed House Bill 381, known as the Sarah Marsh Heaven’s 27 Camp Safety Act, establishing new emergency preparedness and safety requirements for Alabama summer camps beginning in 2027. Sponsored by Rep. David Faulkner, the legislation was created in response to the devastating flooding in Texas that claimed the […]
Jacksonville State University Awards Honorary Doctorate to Riley Green During Spring Commencement
JACKSONVILLE, AL — Jacksonville State University awarded an honorary doctorate to country music artist Riley Green during its Spring Commencement ceremony held Thursday, April 30, at Pete Mathews Coliseum. Green, a Jacksonville native and former Jax State quarterback, received the Doctor of Letters, honoris causa, prior to delivering the keynote address for the 1 p.m. […]
RMC Launches Ion Bronchoscopy Program to Expand Early Lung Cancer Detection in Northeast Alabama
ANNISTON, AL — RMC Health System has announced the launch of its Ion Bronchoscopy program, bringing advanced robotic-assisted lung biopsy technology to patients across northeast Alabama in an effort to improve early lung cancer detection and survival outcomes. Hospital officials said the new service line marks a significant advancement in respiratory oncology care and is […]
Attorney General Marshall Seeks Emergency Relief in Alabama Senate Redistricting Case Ahead of Primary Election
MONTGOMERY, AL — Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall filed an emergency motion with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit on Monday seeking to vacate or stay federal court injunctions that currently prevent the State from using its 2021 State Senate redistricting map. The filing asks the appeals court to issue a ruling […]