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Leeds City Council approves major development project near Exit 140
LEEDS, Ala. (WIAT)– Plans for a waterfront resort off Interstate 20 is one step closer to happening in Leeds. The plan has been in the works for five years. Monday night the city council approved a proposal for the development voting five to one in favor. The council hopes to turn the city into a […]
Free Day at Calhoun County Landfill
Anniston, AL – The Calhoun County Landfill will host its next Free Disposal Day this Saturday, July 20th, from 7:00 AM until 12:00 PM. This community event, sponsored by the Calhoun County Commissioners, provides residents with an opportunity to dispose of various items at no cost. Located at 3625 Morrisville Road, the landfill will accept […] The post Free Day at Calhoun County Landfill appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Jacksonville State University Breaks Ground on Randy Owen Center for the Performing Arts
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University (Jax State) celebrated a significant milestone on Tuesday with the groundbreaking ceremony for the Randy Owen Center for the Performing Arts, fondly referred to as The ROC. This visionary $41.3 million project aims to inspire a deep appreciation for the arts among students and enhance the cultural fabric of […] The post Jacksonville State University Breaks Ground on Randy Owen Center for the Performing Arts appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Oxford Water Works & Sewer Board Issues Drinking Water Non-Compliance Notice
Oxford, AL – Residents served by the Oxford Water Works & Sewer Board have recently received a notice regarding a violation of drinking water standards during the period of April through June 2024. While this notice addresses a non-emergency situation, it aims to inform customers about the incident, actions taken, and precautions they may consider. […] The post Oxford Water Works & Sewer Board Issues Drinking Water Non-Compliance Notice appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Prattville paramedic named Alabama Firefighter of the Year
PRATTVILLE, Ala. (WSFA) - A paramedic in Prattville has been honored with a statewide award, the Prattville Fire Department announced in a social media post. Firefighter paramedic Josh Shedd was honored Tuesday night with the State of Alabama Firefighter of the Year award. Shedd was nominated by his command staff...
Anniston’s Stringfellow Memorial Hospital to Introduce New Urgent Care Services
Anniston, AL – The Health Care Authority of the City of Anniston (RMC) and Southern Immediate Care have unveiled an exciting collaboration aimed at enhancing urgent care services in northeast Alabama. Effective mid-August, Southern Immediate Care will take over urgent care operations at Stringfellow Memorial Hospital’s emergency room, located at 324 East 19th Street. To […] The post Anniston’s Stringfellow Memorial Hospital to Introduce New Urgent Care Services appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Anniston Museum and Gardens Event Explores Olympic History through Artifacts
Anniston, AL – Delve into a captivating journey through history at the Anniston Museum and Gardens this Saturday, July 20th, from 2 to 3 pm. The museum is set to host an engaging event that connects the dots between the Olympics, ancient Rome, and the French Revolution through artifacts from its esteemed Berman Museum collection. […] The post Anniston Museum and Gardens Event Explores Olympic History through Artifacts appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Anniston Council Deliberates Crucial Upgrades and Community Engagement: A Recap of the July 16th Meeting
Anniston, AL – The city of Anniston held the regular scheduled work session and city council meeting on July 16th, 2024. Work Session Amtrak ADA Stations Program (ADASP) Consent Letter for ADA improvements at the Anniston Rail Station City Manager Folks discussed the Amtrak ADA Stations Program (ADASP) and the need for a consent letter to […] The post Anniston Council Deliberates Crucial Upgrades and Community Engagement: A Recap of the July 16th Meeting appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
EA Sports College Football 25 ratings for Jacksonville State and Troy
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.(WIAT) — The new EA Sports College Football 25 video game releases Friday, July 19, but those who pre-ordered the game gained three days early access. The Jacksonville State Gamecocks make their first appearance in the game as they became an FBS team in 2023. Left guard Clay Webb is Jax State’s top player […]
Gadsden park joins state birding trail
Gadsden’s James D. Martin Wildlife Park was recently added to the Appalachian Highlands Birding Trail and new signs designating the park an official state bird trail have been added to the location. Alabama’s Birding Trails offers the public a chain of eight geographic regions: North Alabama, West Alabama, Appalachian...
$25,000 cash reward for information on death of Birmingham 5-year-old
BIRMINGHAM, Ala (WIAT) – A $25,000 reward has been offered by the Birmingham Police Department and Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama for information in the case of five-year-old shooting victim Landyn Brooks. Brooks and his mother, Arkia Berry, were in a vehicle with Eric Ashley Jr. when the vehicle was shot at by an unknown […]
90′s back to school gospel concert happening this weekend
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The Birmingham Youth and Young Adult Fellowship Choir is inviting families to enjoy gospel music while getting prepped for the new school year. The choir is hosting a “Back to the 90′s” gospel concert for parents and students in the community. At the event, families will be given free school supplies for the upcoming year. The choir’s founder and director, Ahkeem Lee, says it was originally founded for this purpose almost nine years ago.
‘On par with a state championship;’ Hewitt-Trussville outperforms state, national AP Test scores
TRUSSVILLE, Ala.–Trussville City Schools recently announced that the Advanced Placement (AP) Test scores at Hewitt-Trussville High School were double the state average and significantly higher than the national average, according to preliminary data. AP classes are college-level classes, which can count for college credit, offered to high school students.
Arrest made in murder of a Tallassee man
A Childersburg man has been arrested in connection to the death of Chavorian Williams, 26, of Tallassee. According to the Alexander City Police Department, Williams died in Alexander City on June 23 at events surrounding a large party named “Freaknik” held on Dadeville Road in Alex City. After...
True Treasure Hunt: World’s Longest Yard Sale begins in August in Gadsden
GADSDEN, Ala. (WBRC) - You could wake up early every Saturday morning for a month and still not see it all! The World’s Longest Yard Sale is happening Aug. 1-4 and as they say, “One man’s junk is another man’s treasure.”. The boulevard of bargains stretches...
Tuscaloosa’s Sitar to Open New “Express” Location North of River
It will soon be easier than ever to get the legendary taste of Tuscaloosa's Sitar of India hot to go after they open a new "Express" location north of the Black Warrior River. A spokesperson for the restaurant told the Thread that after 20 years introducing Tuscaloosa to the delights of Indian cuisine, the owners at Sitar are ready to expand and have signed a lease to open a new space in northern Tuscaloosa.
West Tuscaloosa Gunfight Leaves 1 Injured, Several Houses Struck
A Wednesday morning gunfight in west Tuscaloosa injured one man and saw several area homes struck by bullets. Police are still on the scene and this situation is still developing, but at 9:30 a.m., TPD spokesperson Stephanie Taylor said officers responded to the area of Kaulton Park in west Tuscaloosa after gunshots were reported around 8:45 a.m.
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