Calhoun County Gardening: Taming Bamboo – How One Gardener Turned an Invasive Threat into a Beautiful Potted Oasis
Calhoun County, AL –If you hear the rumor about bamboo being invasive, which it can be, consider potting bamboo. In 2018 I decided to get permission to stomp through a wooded bamboo grove near a creek. I was seeking 7 foot tall bamboo canes because the 12 foot root systems are deep and requires a […]
Storm Stories
Gadsden, AL – Storm drops tree limb on two vehicles, forces late-round delay for eventual leader Cole in Gadsden City Championship. By Joe Medley Ty Cole just made major changes in his putting game. Add a grip adjustment, and he came away from Saturday’s first round of the Gadsden City Championship positioned to repeat as […]
Alabama Attorney General Announces Indictments in 2015 Death of Eric Cates
Walker County, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has announced the indictments of Joshua Franklin Hill, 35, and Luke Williams, Jr., 34, both of Walker County, for the 2015 death of Eric Cates. The two men have been charged with Capital Murder following an extensive investigation into the grim case that shocked the local community […]
Blue Map Couple
Alexandria, AL – Mutually supportive relationship helps Alexandria’s Zac, Whitney Welch put coveted AHSAA trophies in alma mater’s case. By Joe Medley Zac and Whitney Welch came up in a high school culture where individual understatement equals ethic but team championships never go understated. As of this week, they became a rare “Blue Map” couple. […]
Three officers were honored today that were killed in the line of duty this year.
A ceremony was held in East Alabama this morning honoring police officers killed in the line of duty across the state. Good mental health was the topic of a local summit, and several local events planned for this weekend have been postponed on account of weather. Wet weather is ahead but nicer starting Sunday morning. […]
Ninth Annual Alabama Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony Honors Fallen Officers in Anniston
Anniston, AL – The Ninth Annual Alabama Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony was held today at Centennial Memorial Park in Anniston, honoring the brave officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. The ceremony commenced with an invocation by Reverend Grinstead, followed by Calhoun County Circuit Clerk Kim McCarson recognizing distinguished guests. […]
Gadsden Police Seek Public Assistance in Death Investigation
Gadsden, AL – The Gadsden Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in an ongoing death investigation and is requesting any information that may aid in resolving the case. On Thursday, May 16, 2024, officers responded to a report of a possible deceased person in the 2300 block of Forrest Avenue. Upon arrival, they discovered […]
Weaver Public Works Awarded Silver Shovel for Fourth Consecutive Year
Weaver, AL – In recognition of a flawless year with no damages to gas pipelines, Spire is honoring several Alabama municipalities with their annual Silver Shovel award, a recognition created in 2019 to thank local governments for putting a strong focus on safety. “These municipalities made the decision to put safety first for each and every […]
Cub Trio Signs
Alexandria, AL – Alexandria’s Thompson, Dickerson and Folsom add to big year of signings for Alexandria High School athletes. By Joe Medley It’s been quite a school year for memorabilia tables in the Larry R. Ginn Gymnasium lobby and and signing stations stretching across the playing floor, and three more had their day Friday. Baseball […]
Bear Sighting Alert Issued by Oxford Police Department
Oxford, AL – On Thursday, the Oxford Police Department issued an alert through Chief Bill Partridge’s Facebook page regarding a bear sighting in the Oxford area. The alert noted that the bear was seen, “Moments ago in the city, entering the woods off of Bruce Street and heading towards Recreation Drive”. Residents are advised to […]
