State and Surrounding Area News
Bipartisan DHS Better Ballistic Body Armor Act Passes Senate
Washington D.C. – The U.S. Senate has unanimously passed the DHS Better Ballistic Body Armor Act, a bipartisan bill co-sponsored by Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and
Cardinal Foundation Launches 12 Days of Giving Campaign to Support Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, AL – The Cardinal Foundation, the official support organization of Gadsden State Community College, has unveiled its annual 12 Days of Giving fundraising campaign, offering
Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen to Host 2024 Electoral College Meeting
Montgomery, AL — Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen will preside over the state’s 2024 Meeting of the Electors on December 17, 2024, to formally
Alabama Attorney General Joins Call for Senate Confirmation of Pam Bondi as U.S. Attorney General
Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has joined a coalition of 30 current and incoming state attorneys general urging the U.S. Senate to confirm
Senator Katie Britt Joins Bicameral Push for GAO Investigation into Federal Funding for Abortion Providers
Washington D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) has joined a coalition of 111 Members of Congress, led by Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Representatives Chris
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall Secures Legal Victory for Farmers Over H-2A Visa Rule
Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has announced a legal victory for farmers in Alabama and beyond, successfully challenging a U.S. Department of Labor
Playoff Scoreboard
Calhoun County, AL – Friday’s AHSAA semifinal scores and next week’s Super 7 matchups, as gathered by the Alabama Sports Writers Association Friday’s AHSAA semifinal scores
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall Urges Secretary Blinken to Halt Plastics Agreement Negotiations
Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has joined a coalition of states in urging Secretary of State Antony Blinken to refrain from entering international
Two Reach Super 7
Cherokee County, AL – Cherokee County earns third finals appearance in three years, and Wadley earns second in four years. Piedmont, Oxford fall in semifinals.
Governor Ivey Proclaims November 30 as Small Business Saturday in Alabama
Montgomery, AL – On Tuesday, Governor Kay Ivey issued a proclamation recognizing November 30, 2024, as Small Business Saturday in Alabama, encouraging residents to support local
ALEA Partners with Local Law Enforcement for Thanksgiving Road Safety Campaign
Montgomery, AL – As Alabama prepares for a busy Thanksgiving travel season, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is teaming up with local law enforcement agencies
Governor Kay Ivey Proclaims Operation Iron Ruck Day, Highlights Efforts to Combat Veteran Suicide
Montgomery, AL – On Monday, November 25, 2024, Governor Kay Ivey participated in the Operation Iron Ruck News Conference at the Alabama State Capitol in Montgomery,
Challenger Learning Center of Northeast Alabama Awarded $100,000 Grant to Enhance STEM Education
Rainbow City, AL – The Challenger Learning Center of Northeast Alabama has received a $100,000 grant from the Alabama Power Foundation to advance science, technology, engineering,
Playoff Scoreboard
Calhoun County, AL – Friday’s statewide playoff scores, as gathered by the Alabama Sports Writers Association, plus next-round playoff pairings. Friday’s scores CLASS 7A SEMIFINALS
Senator Katie Britt Votes to Block Debt Forgiveness Plan for Ukraine
Washington D.C. – This week, U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) supported a resolution introduced by Senator Rand Paul (R-Ky.) to block the Biden administration’s proposed
Alabama Attorney General Leads Coalition Urging Supreme Court to Uphold Restrictions on Girls’ Sports Teams
Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has joined a 24-state coalition in filing an amicus brief, urging the U.S. Supreme Court to review a
Governor Kay Ivey Appoints Senator Greg Reed as Senior Advisor to Workforce Transformation
Montgomery, AL – This week, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey announced the appointment of Alabama Senate President Pro Tempore Greg Reed as her Senior Advisor to Workforce
David Pugh Elected 2025 Chair of ABC National Board of Directors
Birmingham, AL – Yesterday, the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) announced that David Pugh, a partner at Bradley law firm in Birmingham, Alabama, has been elected
Governor Ivey Hosts Reception for ALEA Trooper Trainees Ahead of Graduation
Montgomery, AL – On Wednesday, Governor Kay Ivey welcomed 21 Trooper Trainees, set to graduate from the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA)’s Training Center, to
Senator Andrew Jones to Receive Prestigious CSG 20 Under 40 Leadership Award
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Alabama State Senator Andrew Jones has been named one of 20 recipients of the 2024 Council of State Governments (CSG) 20
Alabama Delegation, Led by Senator Katie Britt, Pushes for Adequate Funding Following Major Lock Failures
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) recently spearheaded an effort with the entire Alabama congressional delegation to address concerns about significant lock failures
Gadsden State’s Nursing Apprenticeship Program: Transforming Healthcare Education in Alabama
Gadsden, AL – As part of National Apprenticeship Week, Gadsden State Community College is spotlighting its groundbreaking Nursing Apprenticeship Program—the first of its kind in Alabama.
Court Strikes Down Biden-Harris Administration’s Parole-in-Place Rule; Alabama Attorney General Praises Decision
Washington D.C. – The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas has issued a final judgment blocking the Biden-Harris Administration’s “parole in place” (PIP)
U.S. Senators Introduce Legislation to Prohibit Funding to UN Agencies Restricting Israel’s Participation
Washington D.C. – U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Jim Risch (R-Idaho) have introduced the Stand with Israel Act, legislation aimed at preventing U.S. funding for
Gadsden State Employee Leads Relief Effort for Western North Carolina Flood Victims
Gadsden, AL – When devastating floods struck western North Carolina following Hurricane Helene in September, Tina Pendley, an administrative assistant in the Business, Computer Science, and
Gadsden State’s Giovanni Nannucci Earns ACCC Division I Player of the Week Honors
Gadsden, AL – Freshman shooting guard Giovanni Nannucci of the Gadsden State Cardinals men’s basketball team has been named the Division I Player of the
Senator Katie Britt Demands Accountability from FEMA Following Allegations of Political Bias in Disaster Relief
Washington D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security, has called for answers and accountability following reports
Scoreboard, Pairings
Alabama – Statewide second-round playoff scores and quarterfinal pairings, as gathered by the Alabama Sports Writers Association. Friday’s playoff scores CLASS 7A Central-Phenix City 41,
Gadsden State Celebrates Global Exchange During International Education Week
Gadsden, AL – The Division of Languages and Humanities, the Alabama Language Institute, and the Students Without Borders Club at Gadsden State Community College will celebrate
Ace Austin Signing
Spring Garden, AL – A year after she committed to play her college basketball career at Alabama, Spring Garden star makes major college destination official, sees
Gadsden State Community College A Cappella Choir Launches Annual Christmas Tour
Gadsden, AL – The Gadsden State Community College A Cappella Choir and Singers are preparing to spread holiday cheer with a series of performances across local
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall Announces $1.37 Billion Settlement with Kroger to Address Opioid Crisis
Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall, along with a bipartisan coalition of 30 state attorneys general, has announced the completion of a $1.37 billion
Alabama PALS Governor’s Awards Honors Environmental Champions Across the State
Montgomery, AL – On November 12, 2024, the Renaissance Hotel in Montgomery hosted the annual Alabama PALS (People Against A Littered State) Governor’s Awards, celebrating statewide
Senator Katie Britt Congratulates Newly Elected Senate Republican Leadership for 119th Congress
Washington D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) today congratulated the newly elected Senate Republican leadership team for the 119th Congress, emphasizing unity within the Republican
Jacksonville’s Allie Bryant Named to ACCC All-North Second Team for Stellar Volleyball Performance
Gadsden, AL – Gadsden State Community College freshman Allie Bryant, a Jacksonville native and Pleasant Valley High School alumna, has been named to the Alabama Community
Veterans Day Parade and Commemorative Events Honor Service Members Across Calhoun County
November 12, 2024 – Calhoun County residents gathered to honor veterans in a heartfelt celebration for the 2024 Veterans Day Parade in Anniston, Alabama. Hosted
Playoff Scoreboard
Alabama – First-round scores, second-round matchups for area teams plus statewide playoff scores, as gathered by the Alabama Sports Writers Association. Area scoreboard THURSDAY, Nov. 7
Senators Urge President Biden to Support Families Affected by China’s Termination of Intercountry Adoptions
Washington D.C. – In a bipartisan appeal, U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Ben Cardin (D-Md.), Chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and
Gadsden State Community College Hosts Inaugural Basic Civilian Firearm Training Course
Gadsden, AL – The Gadsden State Community College Police and Public Safety Department will host its first-ever Basic Civilian Firearm Training course on Saturday, December 7,
Gadsden State Cherokee Partners with Rotary Club of Cherokee County on Holiday Food Drive
Gadsden, AL – Gadsden State Cherokee students and employees are teaming up with the Rotary Club of Cherokee County to organize a food drive, aiming to
U.S. Senator Katie Britt Commends New Treasury Rule, Pushes for Passage of Protect Our Bases Act
Washington D.C. U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) today applauded a new rule issued by the U.S. Department of Treasury aimed at enhancing oversight of foreign
Lane Blocked Following Single-Vehicle Crash on Alabama 21
Talladega, AL – A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 4:09 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 8, has caused a lane blockage on Alabama 21. The
Prep Playoffs Scoreboard
Calhoun County, AL – Scores from this week’s first-round playoff football games involving area teams and statewide scores, as gathered by the Alabama Sports Writers
Gadsden State Cross Country Teams Ready to Compete in NJCAA Division II Championships
Gadsden, AL – The Gadsden State Community College cross country teams are heading to the national stage as they prepare to compete at the NJCAA
Senator Katie Britt Renews Push for Laken Riley Act as Georgia Murder Trial Begins
Washington D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) renewed her call for Senate Democrats to pass the bipartisan Laken Riley Act following the start
Jax State A Cappella Choir to Perform Concert at Rainbow Presbyterian Church
Rainbow City, AL – The Jacksonville State University A Cappella Choir will perform on Friday, November 8, at the Rainbow Presbyterian Church in Rainbow City,
Alabama Farmers Federation Celebrates FarmPAC-Endorsed Wins in General Election
Montgomery, AL – The Alabama Farmers Federation congratulated its FarmPAC-endorsed candidates on their success in Tuesday’s general election, with 22 out of 23 candidates securing
Gadsden Man Killed in Early Morning Crash on I-59 in St. Clair County
Gadsden, AL – A Gadsden man was killed early Wednesday morning in a two-vehicle accident in St. Clair County. William E. Martin II, 47, suffered fatal
Gadsden State Community College’s Wallace Drive Campus Quad Gets a Fresh Look and Added Functionality
Gadsden, AL – Gadsden State Community College’s Wallace Drive Campus Quad is undergoing a transformation, thanks to a joint effort by Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor
In a Historic Partnership, Alabama and Virginia Join Forces to Tackle Fentanyl Epidemic Through Operation Free
Montgomery, AL – In an unprecedented collaboration aimed at curbing the devastating effects of the fentanyl epidemic, Governor Kay Ivey of Alabama and Governor Glenn Youngkin