Ivey Directs 120-Day Pause on Dyed Diesel Enforcement in Alabama
MONTGOMERY, AL. — Gov. Kay Ivey has directed the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency to temporarily halt enforcement related to the use of dyed diesel fuel for 120 days, citing higher fuel costs affecting the state’s agriculture and timber industries. Dyed diesel is a tax-exempt fuel generally designated for off-road equipment and machinery. The temporary enforcement […]
TikTok to Pay Alabama at Least $100 Million in Settlement, Add Protections for Young Users
Montgomery, AL. – Alabama will receive at least $100 million from TikTok under a settlement resolving the state’s lawsuit alleging the social media platform harmed young users and misled consumers about its safety. Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the settlement Friday, Sept. 25, days before the case was scheduled to go to trial. The […]
Gadsden State Awarded $200,000 Grant for Valley Street Campus Improvements
Gadsden, AL — Gadsden State Community College has been awarded a $200,000 Campus Improvement Grant through The Home Depot’s Retool Your School program, with the funding designated for improvements to the college’s Valley Street Campus. Gadsden State is one of 10 institutions selected to receive a 2026 Campus Improvement Grant. College officials said the funding […]
Britt, Warnock Seek Federal Guidance on License Plate Reader Use Amid Privacy Concerns
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Katie Britt, R-AL, and Raphael Warnock, D-GA, are calling on the U.S. Department of Justice to develop guidance for state and local law enforcement agencies on the use of automatic license plate reader technology, citing both its value in criminal investigations and concerns about privacy and potential misuse. In a […]
Anniston Man Killed in Pedestrian Crash on Alabama 202
JACKSONVILLE, AL – A single-vehicle crash involving a pedestrian Friday night has claimed the life of an Anniston man, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. The crash occurred at approximately 8:57 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25. Jeremiah R. Johnson, 44, of Anniston, was in the roadway when he was struck by a 2026 Jeep Compass […]
Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public’s Help in Property Crime Investigation
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. Property Crime: On Sept. 14, Deputies were dispatched to Saks Elementary in […]
Calhoun Journal Announces Official Partnership With Hollr to Power Expanded Local Events Page
CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — A few weeks after introducing readers to a locally developed platform designed to help Alabamians discover what is happening around them, the Calhoun Journal is excited to officially announce its partnership with Hollr. The partnership is now live, with Hollr powering the Calhoun Journal’s new and improved Local Events page. Explore […]
Congressman Mike Rogers Announces $18.49 Million Federal Grant for Anniston Regional Airport Runway Improvements
Anniston, AL – The City of Anniston has been awarded an $18,492,378 federal grant to improve the primary runway at Anniston Regional Airport, a project intended to support operations associated with Anniston Army Depot while upgrading aviation infrastructure serving the region. The funding comes through the Defense Community Infrastructure Program, administered by the Office of […]
Incoming Calhoun County Commissioners Announce Community Listening Sessions Ahead of Taking Office
Calhoun County, AL — Two incoming members of the Calhoun County Commission are planning a series of community listening sessions in October as they prepare to take office in November. Commissioner-elect Michael Webb, who will represent District 3, and Commissioner-elect Tobi Burt, who will represent District 4, have announced meetings throughout their respective districts aimed […]
Calhoun County Chamber Executive Director Linda Hearn to Retire After More Than 36 Years of Service
Anniston, AL – The Calhoun County Chamber Executive Board of Directors has announced that longtime Executive Director Linda K. Hearn will retire at the end of 2026 following more than 36 years with the organization. The announcement was made following a meeting of the Chamber’s Executive Committee. “It is certainly a bittersweet time. We hate […]