Senator Katie Britt Recognizes October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Promotes Importance of Early Screening
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) has acknowledged October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, urging women across Alabama and the United States to prioritize their health by getting screened and learning about breast cancer risks. The month-long awareness campaign encourages women to speak with their healthcare providers and understand the benefits of […]
Gadsden State Opens Applications for Work-Based Programs on East Broad and Ayers Campuses
Gadsden, AL – Gadsden State Community College has officially opened applications for two highly competitive work-based education programs: the Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) and the Consortium of Machining Education Training (COMET). These programs are available at the East Broad Campus in Gadsden and the Ayers Campus in Anniston, with applications due by February […]
Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen Signs MOU with Kentucky to Strengthen Voter File Integrity
Montgomery, AL – Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Kentucky’s State Board of Elections, marking the seventh state to join the Alabama Voter Integrity Database (AVID). This partnership aims to enhance the accuracy of voter files by comparing data between the two states. “Adding Kentucky as the […]
First Responder Appreciation Event Hosted by Senator Keith Kelley Highlights Support for Local Heroes
Oxford, AL – Today, the Oxford Police Department Aviation Unit was the host location for a special First Responder Appreciation Event from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 600 Stanley Merrill Drive. The event, organized by Senator Keith Kelley with the assistance of the Alabama Forestry Association, brought together local law enforcement, emergency personnel, and community […]
Gadsden State Prepares for a Month of Festivities, Including Annual Candy with the Cardinals
Gadsden, AL – Gadsden State Community College is gearing up for a month of exciting events, with the highlight being its annual Candy with the Cardinals on October 22. The family-friendly event will take place from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Wallace Drive Campus Quad. “This event is free and perfect for families and community […]
Jax State’s IAEM Student Chapter Named 2024 “Student Chapter of the Year” in Prestigious IAEM Awards
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University’s (Jax State) Student Chapter of the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) has been named the 2024 “Student Chapter of the Year” in the IAEM Awards Competition. This prestigious award recognizes the chapter’s dedication to advancing the field of emergency management through student-led activities, academic excellence, and professional development. The […]
Anniston City Council Meeting: Financial Success, Infrastructure Developments, and Local Business Support
Anniston, AL – The city of Anniston held the regular scheduled work session and city council meeting on October 1st, 2024. Work Session Presentation Presentation regarding the Audit Report FY 2023 by Mr. Williams with HHM, Memphis Overview: Garrett Williams presented the FY 2023 Audit Report for HHS and related entities, highlighting key aspects of the […]
Supporting Chase: Northeast Alabama Youth Athletic’s Fundraising Efforts for Burn Victim
Northeast Alabama – In a recent interview with the Shasta Jones, Chris Marturello, President of Northeast Alabama Youth Athletics (NEAYA), shed light on the vital role this organization plays in fostering youth sports and community support across the region. Serving as the umbrella league for youth football programs, NEAYA encompasses all of Calhoun County and teams […]
Alabama Attorney General Urges Eleventh Circuit to Reconsider Ruling on Healthcare Coverage for Gender Reassignment Surgery
Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has filed an amicus brief with the full Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals, requesting the court to overturn a district court’s decision that would require employers offering healthcare coverage to employees to include payment for gender reassignment surgery. The district court ruling, initially affirmed by a 2-1 […]
Chief Ladiga Trail Progress Update: Paving, Bridge Work, and Grading Continue
Anniston, AL – Significant progress has been made on Anniston’s Ladiga Trail Extension since the groundbreaking in April 2024, despite some delays. B&B Developers, the project contractor, has been working diligently, and here’s the latest on the trail’s development: Several rain events in September caused delays, but B&B managed to make progress by placing and compacting […]
