FSA to Host Producer Exposition in Oxford on July 21
OXFORD, AL — The Farm Service Agency (FSA) will host a Producer Exposition on Tuesday, July 21, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Oxford Civic Center. The event is open to farmers and agricultural producers from across the region. The exposition will feature vendors and informational booths focused on programs, services, and resources […]
Governor Ivey Announces $3.6 Million in Rebuild Alabama Grants for 11 Local Road Projects
MONTGOMERY, AL — Governor Kay Ivey announced Thursday that more than $3.6 million in state funding has been awarded for 11 transportation improvement projects across Alabama through the second round of the Alabama Department of Transportation’s (ALDOT) Rebuild Alabama Annual Grant Program. The awards provide $3,648,487.44 in state funding and leverage $1,547,828.41 in local matching funds, […]
Two Women Safely Rescued After Canoe Overturns on Tallapoosa River in Cleburne County
CLEBURNE COUNTY, AL — Two women were safely rescued after becoming stranded on the Tallapoosa River on July 15, following a canoe accident that prompted a multi-agency search and rescue operation. According to the Cleburne County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched to the area of County Road 49 near County Road 72 after receiving a […]
Alabama Attorney General Backs USPS Proposal to Strengthen Mail-In Ballot Standards
MONTGOMERY, AL — Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced that he has joined attorneys general from 13 states in filing a comment letter supporting a proposed U.S. Postal Service rule aimed at strengthening mailing standards for mail-in ballots used in federal elections. According to Marshall’s office, the proposed rule would establish standardized envelope designs for mailed […]
Alabama Summer Heat Can Turn Dangerous for Pets, Expert Warns
Calhoun County, AL – As temperatures continue to climb across Alabama, pet experts are reminding owners that summer heat can become life-threatening for dogs much faster than many people realize. The Calhoun Journal recently spoke with Nicole Ellis, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and Pet Lifestyle Expert with Rover, about the most common warm-weather dangers facing […]
Alabama Launches Workforce Pell Approval Process for Short-term Job Training Programs
MONTGOMERY, AL — Governor Kay Ivey and Alabama Department of Workforce Secretary Greg Reed announced Tuesday the launch of Alabama’s Workforce Pell approval process, a new initiative aimed at expanding access to short-term, career-focused training programs for qualifying residents. The Workforce Pell initiative expands federal Pell Grant eligibility to approved short-term training programs that prepare […]
Oxford City Council Recognizes State Champion Mountain Bike Team, Approves Agenda Items
OXFORD, AL — The Oxford City Council unanimously approved all items on its agenda during its regular meeting Tuesday evening while also recognizing the Oxford High School Mountain Bike Team for its recent Division 2 State Championship. Prior to conducting regular business, the council presented a proclamation honoring the Oxford High School Mountain Bike Team […]
Ohatchee Town Council Reviews Community Programs, Celebrates July 3 Event Success
OHATCHEE, AL — The Ohatchee Town Council met Tuesday, July 14, addressing community programs, recent town events, infrastructure projects, public safety needs and plans for this year’s Safe Halloween celebration. Prior to the regular meeting, council members heard a presentation from Sheila Holland, vice president of regional development for the Liberty Learning Foundation. Holland outlined […]
Marshall Defends Auburn Baseball Players’ Right to Pray, Challenges FFRF Demands
MONTGOMERY, AL — Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has defended the right of Auburn University baseball players to participate in prayer, responding to a demand letter from the Freedom From Religion Foundation (FFRF) that urged the university to prohibit certain religious activities involving the team. In a letter sent to the organization, Marshall argued that […]
Gov. Kay Ivey Appoints Jennifer Rudden Conway to Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles
MONTGOMERY, AL — Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced the appointment of Jennifer Rudden Conway to the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles, effective immediately. Conway fills the vacancy created by the resignation of former board member Darryl Littleton. In announcing the appointment, Ivey cited Conway’s extensive background in criminal investigations and law enforcement. “Jennifer […]