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. […]
Alabama Officials Support HB 363 to Ban Foreign Influence in Elections
Montgomery, AL – Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen, alongside Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter, is advocating for the passage of House Bill 363 (HB 363), a measure aimed at banning foreign national influence in Alabama elections. The bill, sponsored by Representative James Lomax, seeks to prevent foreign nationals and foreign corporations from directly […]
Dr. Stephanie Austin Appointed Director of Revitalized Surgical Technology Program at Gadsden State
Anniston, AL – Gadsden State Community College is revitalizing its Surgical Technology Program with the appointment of Dr. Stephanie Austin as the new program director. This strategic move is aimed at enhancing the skills of future surgical technologists and addressing the growing demands of the healthcare industry. “The Surgical Technology Program is designed to prepare […]
Senator Katie Britt Highlights Child Care Crisis, Introduces Bipartisan Legislation
Washington D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) spoke on the Senate floor to address the challenges many American families face in securing affordable child care. She emphasized the financial strain on parents and the broader economic impact of limited child care access, calling for bipartisan solutions to ease these burdens. “The cost is crushing for […]
Senator Katie Britt Votes to Confirm Key Trump Administration Nominees
Washington D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) voted in favor of three of President Donald Trump’s nominees on Tuesday, supporting Linda McMahon for Secretary of Education, Dan Driscoll for Secretary of the Army, and Jamieson Greer for U.S. Trade Representative. Each nomination was confirmed by the Senate. McMahon’s nomination was approved by a vote of […]
Jacksonville Leads Calhoun County in Tax Revenue Growth for 2024
JACKSONVILLE, AL — The City of Jacksonville saw the greatest increase in tax revenue among all Calhoun County municipalities in 2024, according to newly released state data. The city experienced a 13 percent risein tax revenue, jumping from $11.8 million in 2023 to $13.35 million last year—an increase of approximately $1.5 million. The figures were […]
