Alabama Senate Passes Speedy Trial Act, Bill Moves to House for Consideration
MONTGOMERY, AL – The Alabama Senate has approved Senate Bill 178, known as the Speedy Trial Act, a measure aimed at expediting trials for violent criminal cases, reducing court backlogs, and ensuring timely justice for victims. Sponsored by Senate Judiciary Chairman Will Barfoot (R-Pike Road), the bill now moves to the Alabama House of Representatives […]
Wildfire Burns 145 Acres in Oakmulgee Ranger District of Talladega National Forest
Release Updated as of March 6, 2025 TALLADEGA NATIONAL FOREST, AL – A 145-acre wildfire continues to burn in the Oakmulgee Ranger Districtof the Talladega National Forest. The USDA Forest Service has deployed additional resources to support fire suppression efforts, with crews working to fully contain the blaze. Residents near Pondville Lookout may still see […]
Senator Katie Britt Votes to Block Natural Gas Tax
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) voted in favor of a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution aimed at blocking the Biden Administration’s Natural Gas Tax, a measure included in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). Senator Britt co-sponsored the resolution alongside Senator John Hoeven (R-N.D.), Representative August Pfluger (R-Texas), and other Republican lawmakers. The […]
Jacksonville State University Student Appointed to Southeastern Greek Leadership Association Student Advisory Board
JACKSONVILLE, AL — Jacksonville State University (JSU) sophomore Miller Small has been appointed to the Southeastern Greek Leadership Association (SGLA) Student Advisory Board, a prestigious role that allows him to help shape the future of Greek life across the region. Small, an Emergency Management major with a minor in Strategic Communications, has been an active […]
Andy Robertson Named Dean of Workforce Development at Gadsden State
Gadsden, AL – Gadsden State Community College has announced Andy Robertson as the new dean of Workforce Development. Robertson, a Sand Rock native, replaces Alan Smith, who was recently promoted to vice president of Capital Projects, Community Relations, and Workforce Development. “Andy is a dedicated educator and passionate advocate for career technical education,” Smith said. “He […]
Chief Ladiga Trail Progress Update
Anniston, AL – Since the groundbreaking in April 2024, B&B has made significant progress on Anniston’s Ladiga Trail Extension. The latest updates from February 5 to March 5, 2025, highlight key construction milestones. Last month, B&B and its subcontractors set the truss bridge in place over Cane Creek. This month, crews reinforced the bridge deck with […]
Jacksonville City Council Holds Special Called Meeting on March 4
Jacksonville, AL – The Jacksonville City Council convened for a called meeting on March 4, 2025, to discuss amendments to ongoing infrastructure projects, approve funding allocations, and address additional city business. Agenda and Amendments Council members approved an amended agenda that included the addition of a $119,935.94 purchase for the street department from Samson Equipment […]
Oxford Welcomes Music City Bagels with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
Oxford, AL – Oxford’s culinary scene just got a little bit tastier with the grand opening of Music City Bagels, a New York-style bakery that offers a delicious array of freshly made bagels, spreads, and more. On Tuesday, March 4, 2025, the community gathered to celebrate the new business with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, marking the […]
Anniston Work Session and City Council Meeting Recap: McClellan Lofts Redevelopment, City Hall Elevator Project, and Community Engagement Highlighted
Anniston, AL – The Anniston City Council convened for a work session on March 4, 2025, followed by a regular meeting on March 5, 2025, to address key issues impacting the community, including the McClellan Lofts redevelopment, updates on the City Hall elevator project, and ongoing efforts to engage residents in the city’s development. Work […]
Trinity Meadows Serves on Southeastern Greek Leadership Association’s Student Advisory Board
Jacksonville, AL – Trinity Meadows, a senior at Jacksonville State University majoring in Respiratory Therapy, has been recognized for her exceptional leadership by serving on the Southeastern Greek Leadership Association (SGLA) Student Advisory Board for the 2024 academic year. This prestigious position highlights her dedication to personal growth and the betterment of the Greek community. […]
