Anniston Ward 3 Town Hall Focuses on Infrastructure, Safety, and Community Resources
ANNISTON, AL — Residents gathered at the South Highland Community Center on February 10, 2026, for a Ward 3 Town Hall meeting hosted by Councilman Joe Harrington, where community members shared concerns and ideas about priorities for the next four years. Councilman Harrington opened the meeting by encouraging residents to voice their needs and concerns, […]
Gov. Kay Ivey Supports Camp Safety Legislation Aimed at Strengthening Emergency Preparedness in Alabama
Montgomery, AL – Governor Kay Ivey last week continued her support for measures designed to enhance safety at Alabama’s summer camps, backing legislation that would establish new emergency preparedness standards for youth camp operations statewide. Representative David Faulkner has officially filed House Bill 381, which seeks to improve camp safety by requiring comprehensive planning for […]
Children’s Trust Fund Awards $11.9 Million to Fourth District Programs, Including Gadsden State Fatherhood Initiative
Gadsden, AL – The Alabama Department of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention joined local and state leaders at the Alabama State House to present $11.9 million in funding to local grantee organizations in Alabama’s Fourth Congressional District, including the Skills Training Division at Gadsden State Community College. The department, also known as the Children’s Trust […]
First Soldier Interns at Anniston Army Depot Through SkillBridge Program
ANNISTON , AL — A milestone has been reached at Anniston Army Depot as Spc. Brenden Bryson became the first Soldier to complete an internship at the installation through the Department of Defense SkillBridge Program, a transition initiative designed to help service members prepare for civilian careers. Bryson, an information technology specialist and Georgia native, […]
Oxford City Council Names Ball Field in Honor of Baker, Gardner
Oxford, AL – The Oxford City Council unanimously approved a resolution during its regular meeting on Feb. 10, 2026, recognizing two longtime contributors to local youth athletics and naming a ball field at Oxford Lake Park in their honor. The resolution was passed to “recognize, honor, and express appreciation” for the contributions of Russ Baker and […]
Alabama Joins Multistate Brief Supporting Trump Executive Order on Birthright Citizenship
Montgomery, AL – Alabama has joined a coalition of 26 states and territories filing an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court in support of President Donald Trump’s Executive Order No. 14,160, titled Protecting the Meaning and Value of American Citizenship, Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced. The executive order, issued on the first day […]
Two Charged with Murder, Robbery in Death of Missing Jacksonville Man
TALLADEGA, AL — Two individuals are facing serious charges in Talladega County in connection with the death of a Jacksonville man who was reported missing in January. Patrick Slade Boothe, 51, of Jacksonville, was initially reported missing on January 23, 2026, after he was last seen leaving the Parker Place SW area. Authorities said at […]
Alabama Rural Hospital Investment Program Reaches $20M Cap as State Launches Rural Health Transformation Efforts
MONTGOMERY, AL — The Alabama Hospital Association (AlaHA) announced that the $20 million tax credit cap for the Alabama Rural Hospital Investment Program has been reached just one month after the program opened on Jan. 5, reflecting strong participation from individuals and businesses across the state. The program, approved by the Alabama Legislature during the […]
State Surplus Property Auction Opens Feb. 7 with Vehicles, Electronics and More Available to Public
Montgomery, AL – A wide variety of surplus items — including trucks, boats, bicycles, electronics, fitness equipment and office furniture — will be available for bid beginning Saturday as part of the latest online state surplus property auction. The Surplus Property Division of the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) will host the online […]
Gadsden State Theatre Program to Present Neil Simon’s Rumors Beginning February 26
Gadsden, AL – The Gadsden State Community College Theatre Program will present Rumors, a farcical comedy by Neil Simon, beginning February 26 in the Inzer Hall Black Box Theatre on the Wallace Drive Campus. Performances will be held at 7 p.m. from February 26–28 and March 5–7. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. for each […]