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Governor Ivey Hosts Safe Alabama Public Safety Package Signing Ceremony

Governor Ivey to Ceremonially Sign Bills in ‘Safe Alabama’ Public Safety Package

Montgomery, AL –  Governor Kay Ivey held a celebratory bill signing event Thursday at the Alabama State Capitol to ceremonially sign legislation included in the Safe Alabama public safety package. The event took place on the front steps of the Capitol in Montgomery and was attended by state leaders, lawmakers, and members of the public. […]

Aaron Triplett Named New Head Tennis Coach at Gadsden State

Triplett named new tennis coach at Gadsden State Community College

Gadsden, AL – Gadsden State Community College has announced the hiring of Aaron Triplett as the new head coach of its tennis program. Triplett brings a solid foundation in both playing and coaching, along with a deep personal connection to the institution. A graduate of Guntersville High School, Triplett continued his athletic career at Gadsden […]

Attorney General Marshall Hosts Training on Campus Extremism and Antisemitism

Attorney General Marshall Hosts Law Enforcement Training on Campus Extremism and Antisemitism

Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall convened a specialized training session today for law enforcement officers and federal partners focused on identifying and countering campus extremism and antisemitism. The event, held in collaboration with George Washington University and the Chabad of Alabama, aimed to provide participants with current, evidence-based insights into extremist movements […]

Wooten’s Easy Eatery Gives Back in Calhoun County

Wooten’s Easy Eatery Gives Back in Calhoun County

Calhoun County, AL — What could have been a costly catering cancellation quickly turned into a heartfelt act of generosity, thanks to the quick thinking and community spirit of Shaye and Blake Wooten, owners of Wooten’s Easy Eatery—a local catering company known for its fresh, flavorful fare and outstanding service. Specializing in full-service catering for […]

Jimmy L. Harrell Jr. Announces Candidacy for Jacksonville City Council, Place 3

Jimmy Harrell

Jacksonville, AL – Jimmy L. Harrell Jr. has officially announced his candidacy for Place 3 on the Jacksonville City Council, emphasizing a platform focused on community engagement, economic development, public safety, and sustainable growth. A longtime resident and public servant, Harrell previously served on the Jacksonville City Council and brings over two decades of experience […]

Hobson City to Host 2025 Women’s Health Summit on June 14

Women's Health Summit

Hobson City, AL — The Town of Hobson City, Alabama’s first incorporated African-American city, in partnership with the Community Enhancement Committee of Hobson City, will host the 2025 Women’s Health Summit on Saturday, June 14. The event will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the William Hutchins Building, located at 715 Martin […]

Senator Britt Joins Republican Lawmakers in Calling for Repeal of FEMA’s Risk Rating 2.0

U.S. Senator Katie Britt Calls for Transparency from FEMA on Flooding Framework

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-AL), a member of the Senate Banking Committee, has joined Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA) and several other Senate Republicans in urging the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to eliminate Risk Rating 2.0, a flood insurance policy they say is placing undue financial strain on homeowners nationwide. In a […]

Oxford City Council Approves Zoning Changes, Equipment Purchases at June 10 Meeting

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Oxford, AL – The Oxford City Council met Tuesday, June 10, 2025, and unanimously approved all items on the agenda, including several zoning changes, equipment purchases, and an election resolution. Three ordinances were passed to rezone properties across the city. Ordinance No. 2025-28 rezoned the property at 230 Ross Street from Residential 1 District (R-1) […]

Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation Recognizes Board Members and Welcomes New Leadership

Outgoing President Tommie Goggans, III (middle) and outgoing Treasurer, Bryan Dorsett (second from right) were recognized for their leadership at the recent board meeting with Executive Vice President Dr. Tera Simmons (left), Cardinal Foundation Director Hillary Folsom (second from left), and Interim President Alan Smith (right).

GADSDEN, AL – During the most recent meeting of the Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation, several board members were honored for their dedicated service, and new officers and members were formally introduced. Outgoing President Tommie Goggans III was recognized for his leadership over the past two years. Under his guidance, the Foundation hosted two gala events […]

Gregory Hunt Executed by Nitrogen Hypoxia for 1988 Murder of Karen Lane

Attorney General Steve Marshall Issues Statement on the Execution of Convicted Murderer Gregory Hunt

Atmore, AL – The State of Alabama on Tuesday evening carried out the execution of Gregory Hunt by nitrogen hypoxia at the William C. Holman Correctional Facility. Hunt was convicted and sentenced to death for the 1988 capital murder of 32-year-old Karen Sanders Lane in Cordova, Alabama. His death was pronounced at 6:26 p.m., following […]