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2 charged with animal cruelty in Gadsden.
Four people were arrested Monday after deputies served a drug search warrant at a local home. One city is making it easier to apply for public safety jobs, and area residents can celebrate the Fourth of July a day early in one community. Definite rain chances all week. The complete forecast is right here, and […] The post 2 charged with animal cruelty in Gadsden. appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Gaston’s Bogle, Southside’s Webb highlight All-Messenger track and field teams
Kodie Bogle and Kathryn Webb were point-earning machines for their respective teams this past track and field season. Bogle, a junior at Gaston, and Webb, a senior at Southside, each competed in four events, with both student-athlete winning the first-place gold every one of those events. Between them, Bogle and Webb took home 30 medals, including 21 gold.
Gadsden to conduct trial run with video messaging platform
The City of Gadsden is going to test drive another way of communicating directly with local residents. The City Council on June 25 approved a three-month trial run, at a cost of $500 per month, with Rep'd, which describes itself as “a video messaging and engagement platform for municipalities.”
Ground broken for new Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services facility in Gadsden
Ground was broken on June 26 for something that will provide vital services to people with disabilities in Gadsden, Etowah County and surrounding areas, and serve as a symbol for the value of collaboration. The Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services' new local home will be on land owned by the...
Children’s Harbor center unveils inclusive playground in north Alabama
ECLECTIC, Ala. (WIAT) — A new piece of equipment will provide fun for kids side-by-side at a resource center in north Alabama. The Children’s Harbor at the Harbor Lodge Family Camp unveiled a $750,000 playground, designed to provide activities for children of all abilities. The playground features ramps, musical and sensory elements as well as […]
Over $11 million in grants to add EV charging stations across Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WKRG) — Some Alabama cities are getting more electric vehicle charging stations after receiving funding. According to a news release, the Alabama Department of Economic Affairs administered 14 grants totaling $11.2 million to “ensure Alabama is poised to accommodate electric vehicles as they continue to make their way onto the state’s roads.” The […]
Better Business Bureau warns classic car buyers to steer clear of internet scams
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Central and South Alabama is issuing a warning to consumers about a surge in reports of fake classic car and heavy equipment websites scamming individuals. The fraudulent sites are tricking buyers into losing substantial sums of money, with Alabamians falling victim to car dealer scams originating from other states. […] The post Better Business Bureau warns classic car buyers to steer clear of internet scams appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Alabama community colleges say financial aid awards are coming, amid FAFSA delays
Alabama community and technical college students who completed federal financial aid forms will start to receive notice of their award packages this week, officials said Tuesday. About half of community college students in the state should be eligible for some aid. The letters will come as colleges across the country...
Texas Ranked In Top Ten Of Worst States For Summer
The Texas summer is full swing as we all know. While the state enjoyed a lot of rain at the beginning of the year, the sun is now making its presence known. Air conditioners are constantly running, and Texans are doing everything they can to stay out of the sun for as long as possible. But Texas isn't the only dealing with this right?
July 4th Fireworks and Fun!
July 4th is almost here, and if you love fireworks, we have put together a list of some fun things to do this holiday weekend in North Alabama! 🇺🇸. The Spirit of America Festival at Point Mallard is July 4 from 1-9pm! There will be inflatables for kids, food trucks, live music, and fireworks at 9pm!
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