Gadsden State to Host Cardinal Commit Orientation Sessions for New Students This Summer
Gadsden, AL – Gadsden State Community College will host its Cardinal Commit summer orientation program for new students throughout June, July, and August across multiple campuses in northeast Alabama. The orientation program is designed to assist incoming students with enrollment and connect them with campus resources intended to support student success and college completion. “Our Cardinal […]
Ohatchee Man Killed in High-Speed Crash That Damaged Traffic Signal in Anniston
ANNISTON, AL — A 33-year-old Ohatchee man was killed early Sunday morning after a high-speed crash at the intersection of Hubb Street and McClellan Boulevard in Anniston. Authorities identified the driver as Tevin Riggins of Ohatchee. The crash happened around 1:15 a.m. when the 2025 Nissan Altima he was driving struck a traffic signal pole […]
Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Property Crimes, Seeks Public Assistance
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 between April 11th and May 11th a shed was broken into […]
Jax State to Honor Dr. Beverly Ann Lorren Through Endowed Gifts Supporting Teacher Education and Leadership
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University announced that two major gifts honoring the legacy of educator Dr. Beverly Ann Lorren will support the future of teacher preparation and educational leadership within the university’s College of Education and Professional Studies. Approved by the Jax State Board of Trustees on April 14, the university’s Department of Teacher Education […]
Governor Ivey Announces Alabama Rural Health Transformation Workshops; Gadsden Event Set for May 27
Montgomery, AL – Governor Kay Ivey announced Thursday that the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) will host six workshops across Alabama next week to provide healthcare providers and community stakeholders with information about the new Alabama Rural Health Transformation Program. The initiative follows Alabama securing more than $203 million from the Centers for […]
Gadsden State FAME Program Welcomes Largest Cohort Yet with 50 Students Signing On
OXFORD, AL — Gadsden State Community College celebrated a major milestone for workforce development on April 30 as 50 students officially signed with industry partners for the eighth cohort of its Federation of Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) program during a ceremony at the Oxford Civic Center. The FAME program is an apprenticeship-style initiative that combines […]
ALEA Launches “101 Days of Summer Safety” Campaign Along with Memorial Day Travel Surge
MONTGOMERY — As Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer travel, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency has launched its annual “101 Days of Summer Safety” campaign aimed at reducing accidents and saving lives across Alabama’s highways, waterways and beaches through Labor Day. The statewide initiative comes as millions of Americans prepare for holiday […]
Jacksonville State University to Launch New Entrepreneurship Degree Program in Fall 2026
Jacksonville, AL – Students at Jacksonville State University will soon have a new opportunity to develop business and innovation skills through a new Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship program set to launch in Fall 2026. The program received approval from the Alabama Commission on Higher Education during its March meeting and will be housed within Jax […]
Governor Ivey Encourages Veterans and Military Families to Explore Alabama Outdoors Through State Benefits Programs
MONTGOMERY — Governor Kay Ivey is encouraging Alabama veterans, active-duty military members and their families to take advantage of outdoor recreation opportunities available across the state this summer, including free access to participating Alabama State Parks and discounted lodging through the Parks for Patriots Program. As Memorial Day weekend approaches and summer travel season begins, […]
JSU Police Department Reports Multiple Incidents Across Campus in April 2026
Jacksonville, AL – The Jacksonville State University Police Department released its April 2026 crime log, detailing a range of reported incidents occurring both on and around campus throughout the month. Among the reported offenses were multiple assault and harassment cases, drug-related incidents, thefts, criminal trespassing complaints, and one reported sex offense investigation. One of the most […]