Anniston Hosts Community Town Hall to Address Neighborhood Concerns and City Services
ANNISTON, AL — The City of Anniston held a town hall meeting this week led by Councilwoman Erica Tolson, bringing residents together with city leadership to discuss ongoing concerns and share updates on municipal services and priorities. The meeting was designed as an open forum, encouraging residents to speak directly with city officials about issues […]
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 on December 14th someone attempted to break into residences […]
Calhoun County Commission Approves Property Abatements, New Agreements in January Meeting
ANNISTON, AL – The Calhoun County Commission convened for its regular meeting on Thursday, January 8, 2026, addressing property nuisances, liquor license applications, and several county agreements during a 23-minute session. Chairman Terry Howell opened the meeting by presenting a proclamation recognizing January as Human Trafficking Prevention Month to United Way representatives Jessica Smith and […]
Choccolocco Park Green Prix Set for January 16 in Oxford
OXFORD, AL — The 2026 Choccolocco Park Greenpower USA Green Prix races are scheduled for Friday, January 16, at Choccolocco Park, bringing hundreds of students together for a full day of electric car racing and STEM-focused competition. The event will begin at 7 a.m. with team arrivals, safety checks, and technical inspections, followed by racing […]
Alabama Attorney General Leads Multistate Coalition Supporting Proposed Endangered Species Act Rule Changes
Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has led a 20-state coalition in submitting formal comments supporting the Trump Administration’s proposed rules for implementing the Endangered Species Act. The letter, filed with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Marine Fisheries Service, commends the proposed changes for realigning federal regulations with the text […]
William “Clint” Parris Selected as Anniston’s Next Police Chief
ANNISTON, AL — On January 8, 2026, City of Anniston City Manager Kenneth Free announced the selection of William “Clint” Parris as the next Police Chief for the Anniston Police Department following a comprehensive and competitive search process. According to the city, the decision came after careful consideration of multiple highly qualified candidates. Parris was […]
Commissioner Carolyn Henderson Will Not Seek Re-Election, Endorses Michael Webb for District 3 Seat
Calhoun County, AL – Calhoun County Commissioner Carolyn Henderson has announced she will not seek re-election when her current service concludes, while confirming she will continue representing District 3 through the remainder of her time in office. Henderson shared her decision in an interview with the Calhoun Journal, explaining that the choice reflects careful planning and […]
Lost Hikers Located on Pinhoti Trail After Multi-Agency Search in Cleburne County
Cleburne County, – Two female hikers reported missing on the Pinhoti Trail were safely located Wednesday, January 7, following a coordinated search involving multiple agencies in Cleburne County. According to a media release from the Cleburne County Sheriff’s Office, deputies and first responders were dispatched to the area of U.S. Highway 281, just south of County […]
Gadsden State Launches “Cardinal Promise” Scholarship Program to Expand College Access
Gadsden, AL – Gadsden State Community College has announced the launch of the Cardinal Promise, a new scholarship campaign aimed at reducing tuition costs and expanding access to higher education for students across the region. Through the Cardinal Promise, students who have earned a high school diploma or GED may qualify for a 50% reduction in […]
New Camellia Variety Named in Honor of Governor Kay Ivey
Montgomery, AL – A delegation from Alabama’s “Camellia City,” Greenville, has announced that a new variety of Alabama’s State Flower, Camellia japonica L., has been officially named in honor of Governor Kay Ivey. During a visit to the Governor’s Office on Wednesday, officers with the Greenville Camellia Society, joined by Greenville Mayor Jae’Ques Brown, presented Governor […]