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ALEA Marine Patrol Division Offers Free Boating Basics and License Courses Across Alabama

ALEA’s Marine Patrol Division Hosts 2025 Spring Boating Basics and License Course at Locations Across the State

Montgomery, AL – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Marine Patrol Division is preparing for another season of Boating Basics and License Courses, offering free, hands-on classes at locations statewide. These courses provide essential training for new and experienced boaters, ensuring safety on Alabama’s waterways. Each year, ALEA’s Marine Patrol Division hosts these interactive sessions, allowing […]

Jacksonville State University Recognized as Alabama’s Top Producer of New Teachers

Jacksonville State University Recognized As Alabama’s Top Producer of Teachers

Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University (Jax State) has been named the leading producer of new teachers in Alabama, according to the latest data from the Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE) for the 2022-23 academic year. The university prepared 295 new educators, surpassing all other institutions in the state and producing 31% more newly trained […]

Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public’s Help in Solving Recent Property Crimes and Narcotics Investigation as well Highlights ‘Catch of the Week’

Most Wanted and Crimstoppers

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 2/2/25 and 2/18/25, someone stole a Forest 5th […]

Gadsden State Tennis Duo Earns Conference Honors

Cardinals earn Co-Players of the Week honors

Gadsden, AL – John David Cunningham and Luke Russo, members of the Gadsden State Community College men’s tennis team, have been named Tennis Co-Players of the Week by the Alabama Community College Conference. The recognition comes after the duo’s impressive 3-1 record last week at No. 2 doubles, securing key conference victories against Coastal Alabama Community […]

Alabama House Committee Advances HB 363, Ban on Foreign Contributions to Elections

Secretary of State Wes Allen's Statement on HB 363 Passing Out of Committee

MONTGOMERY, AL – The Alabama House Ethics and Campaign Finance Committee has approved HB 363, a bill seeking to prohibit foreign nationals and foreign corporations from making contributions to political candidates, political action committees, constitutional amendment campaigns, and referendums. The legislation, sponsored by Representative James Lomax, now moves forward in the legislative process. Alabama Secretary […]

Sparklight® Launches 7th Annual “Dream Bigger” Contest to Support STEM Education

Sparklight To Award $30,000 to Support STEM Education Through It's Dream Bigger Contest

Anniston, AL – Sparklight®, a leading broadband provider, is once again championing STEM education by inviting K-12 schools and organizations to participate in its 7th annual “Dream Bigger” contest. The initiative provides a chance to win $2,500 to support science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) projects or clubs. Recognizing the critical role STEM education plays in […]

Senate Fails to Advance Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025

U.S. Senator Katie Britt Champions Fairness, Safety for Women and Girls in Sports

Washington D.C. – The U.S. Senate failed to advance S.9, the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025, after a procedural vote fell short of the necessary threshold. The legislation aimed to define gender under Title IX as based on biological sex at birth and to prohibit federally funded athletic programs from allowing […]

Alabama Department of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Awards $13.6 Million in Grants

Gadsden State Skills Training Division grant recipient

Montgomery, AL – The Alabama Department of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention, also known as the Children’s Trust Fund, joined local and state leaders on February 18 to present $13.6 million in grant funding to various programs across the state. The check presentation took place at the Alabama State House in Montgomery, with numerous organizations, […]