Jax State elementary education programs earn top grades in national teacher preparation review
JACKSONVILLE, AL — Jacksonville State University’s undergraduate and graduate elementary education programs have received high marks in a new report from the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ), recognizing the university’s preparation of future elementary teachers in evidence-based reading instruction. According to the NCTQ’s Teacher Prep Review: Decoding Progress in Reading Preparation, Jax State’s Bachelor […]
Challenger Learning Center Announces Winners of STEM 250 Competition
RAINBOW CITY, AL — The Challenger Learning Center of Northeast Alabama has announced the winners of its STEM 250 Competition for fifth- and sixth-grade students, recognizing young learners for their research and writing on American inventions and innovations as the nation approaches the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. According to […]
Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation Honors Five Outgoing Board Members
GADSDEN, AL — The Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation recently recognized five outgoing members of its Board of Directors for their leadership and service in supporting educational opportunities for students and communities served by Gadsden State Community College. Concluding their board service after completing two consecutive terms that began in 2020 are Major General Eric Crabtree, […]
AmFirst Launches Statewide Food Drive to Support Alabama Families
BIRMINGHAM, AL — AmFirst has launched its 2026 Feeding Families Across Alabama Food Drive, a month-long campaign aimed at helping address food insecurity across the state. The food drive began Wednesday, July 1, and will continue through Friday, July 31, in partnership with ABC 33/40. All AmFirst branch locations are accepting nonperishable food donations as […]
Marshall Files Brief Supporting Huntsville as Permanent U.S. Space Command Headquarters
MONTGOMERY, AL — Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has filed an amicus brief in the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado supporting the dismissal of Colorado’s lawsuit challenging President Donald Trump’s decision to permanently locate U.S. Space Command headquarters at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville. According to the Attorney General’s Office, the brief argues that […]
Oxford Health Systems Announces Plans for New West Oxford Paramedics Station
OXFORD, AL. — Oxford Health Systems has announced plans to build a new Oxford Paramedics ambulance station in West Oxford following a land donation from GC Group Holdings owner Joey Callahan. The future emergency medical services station will be located within the Oxford Oaks development in West Oxford and is expected to improve ambulance coverage […]
Fireworks and Pets Planning Ahead Can Help Keep Animals Safe This Independence Day
Calhoun County, AL – As Independence Day celebrations approach, pet owners are encouraged to prepare ahead of time to help keep their animals safe and reduce anxiety caused by fireworks. The following guidance comes from Nicole Ellis, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and Pet Lifestyle Expert with Rover, who shared her expertise during an interview conducted […]
Ohatchee to Host Independence Celebration Honoring America’s 250th Anniversary
OHATCHEE, AL — The Town of Ohatchee will host a community Independence celebration on Friday, July 3, 2026, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States with an evening of family-friendly activities, patriotic entertainment, and fireworks. The event will take place at 400 Big Oak Road in Ohatchee and is open to the public. Organizers […]
Governor Ivey Recognizes Alabama Manufacturing on Made in the USA Day
MONTGOMERY — Governor Kay Ivey has issued a proclamation recognizing Alabama’s manufacturing industry in observance of National “Made in the USA” Day on July 2, highlighting the sector’s role in the state’s economy and workforce. According to the governor’s office, Alabama’s manufacturing industry employs more than 280,000 workers across more than 4,000 businesses statewide. The […]
Calhoun Chamber Foundation Receives $4,300 Grant to Expand Youth Entrepreneur Program
ANNISTON, AL — The Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center’s 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the Calhoun County Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Inc., has been awarded a $4,300 grant through Sparklight’s Charitable Giving Fund to support the Chamber’s Youth Entrepreneur Program. According to the Chamber, the funding will be used to expand the program, which serves Calhoun […]