Halloween and Events Near and Around Calhoun County
Calhoun County, AL – Celebrate Fall and Halloween with Local Events Calhoun County and its neighboring communities are gearing up for a variety of Fall and Halloween events. To make it easier for residents and visitors to find these festive activities, our local events calendar allows you to search by holiday events or specific locations. Below is […]
Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Requests Public Help in Solving Recent Property Crimes
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 9/6/24 and 9/18/24, a 5×12 Red utility trailer […]
Senators File Amicus Brief Against Federal Highway Administration’s Greenhouse Gas Rule
Washington D.C. – U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), and Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) have led a group of Congressional colleagues in filing a bicameral amicus brief, urging the court to vacate a recent Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) rule. The rule, finalized in November 2023, mandates state departments of transportation and metropolitan planning organizations […]
Little River Canyon: A Collaborative Triumph Led by Jacksonville State University and Partners
Jacksonville, AL – When the idea of designating Little River Canyon as part of the National Park Service (NPS) was first floated, many considered it far-fetched. At the time, much of the land was owned by Alabama Power Company (APC), with scattered parcels across DeKalb and Cleburne counties. The hurdles of bringing together different stakeholders for […]
Governor Ivey Deploys Alabama Workers and National Guard to Aid in Hurricane Recovery Efforts
Montgomery, AL – Last week, Governor Kay Ivey announced the deployment of Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) workers and Alabama National Guard (ALNG) personnel to assist in cleanup and recovery efforts in Florida and North Carolina, following the devastating impacts of Hurricanes Milton and Helene. “As many of our neighboring states continue recovering from Hurricanes […]
Oxford Gears Up for Annual “Halloweek” Celebration
Oxford, AL – The city of Oxford is set to transform into the heart of autumn festivities with its much-anticipated annual “Halloweek,” running from October 19 to October 31. This family-friendly celebration promises a variety of events designed to bring the community together for some spirited fun. “Oxford takes great pride in being a family-friendly […]
Governor Kay Ivey Launches Website for The CHOOSE Act: A New Education Savings Account Program in Alabama
Montgomery, AL – On Wednesday, Governor Kay Ivey announced the launch of a dedicated website for The CHOOSE Act (Creating Hope and Opportunity for Our Students’ Education Act of 2024), which introduces a new education savings account (ESA) program in Alabama. The website, chooseact.alabama.gov, aims to provide education service providers (ESPs) and Alabama families with […]
Oxford Jefferson’s to Honor Local ‘Coach of the Year’
Oxford, AL – In a heartfelt celebration of community and sportsmanship, Jefferson’s Restaurant is excited to announce the inaugural “Oxford Jefferson’s Coach of the Year” award, coinciding with National Coaches Day on October 6. This initiative aims to honor the dedication and influence of coaches who leave a lasting impact on their athletes’ lives and […]
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall Announces Settlement with Marriott Over Data Breach
Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced this week that a coalition of 50 Attorneys General has reached a settlement with Marriott International, Inc. following a multi-year investigation into a significant data breach of the company’s guest reservation database. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), which coordinated closely with the states throughout the investigation, […]
Barktober: A Spook-tacular Celebration for Dogs and Their Owners in Jacksonville
Jacksonville, AL – Dog lovers and their furry friends are in for a treat as the Jacksonville Parks & Recreation and the City of Jacksonville present Barktober, a Halloween-themed event designed especially for dogs. Set to take place at Germania Springs Dog Park on Wednesday, October 16th, at 1 p.m., this free event promises fun […]