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City of Gadsden providing students with an opportunity to give back
GADSDEN, Ala. (WBRC) - Gadsden firefighters have partnered with the Gadsden City football team to paint fire hydrants. City leaders believe this is a great way for students to give back by serving the community. Gadsden Fire Chief Will Reid says the help was needed because the city uses different...
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...
City of Gadsden fully staffing their fire department
GADSDEN, Ala. (WBRC) - The City of Gadsden is keeping you safe by fully staffing their fire department for the first time in years. Gadsden Fire Chief Wil Reed says he wanted to be fully staffed within five years, but was able to do it in three. “We’ve been fighting...
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.
Gadsden state increasing tuition rates in the fall
GADSDEN, Ala. (WBRC) - Gadsden State Community College is raising building and tuition fees. President Dr. Kathy Murphy says sometimes she has to make tough decisions but it’s always what’s best for Gadsden State. With an $8 building fee and a standard $2 tuition fee, Gadsden State students...
Romarin et Corbeaux — Calhoun County’s Most Colorful Curiosity Shop
Romarin et Corbeaux — Calhoun County’s Most Colorful Curiosity Shop. If you haven’t noticed that Downtown Anniston is evolving into one of the trendiest places to hang out in Calhoun County, then perhaps a curiosity shop will entice you to Noble Street! Romarin et Corbeaux, owned by Aubrey Fullbright, is actually in its fourth year but relocated to Anniston from Oxford in June 2024. With its eclectic, antique storefront nestled amid other business fixtures like Classic on Noble and Main Street Anniston, this colorful, unique store is the perfect addition to the community.
Challenger Center and CFNEA to Establish Challenger Learning Center in Northeast Alabama
Rainbow City, AL – Challenger Center, a renowned nonprofit organization specializing in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education, is joining forces with the Community Foundation of Northeast Alabama (CFNEA) to introduce a new Challenger Learning Center in Rainbow City, Etowah County. This initiative aims to provide cutting-edge STEM experiences to students from public and […] The post Challenger Center and CFNEA to Establish Challenger Learning Center in Northeast Alabama appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
EPA seeks public input on cleanup of PCB-contaminated waters in East Alabama
CALHOUN COUNTY, Ala (WBMA) — PCB contamination in East Alabama waterways is now the focus of an EPA clean up project. First the agency wants to hear from the public. For many, Choccolocca Creek is a place to fish for dinner or recreation on a warm summer day. But posted advisories are a stark reminder of the pollutants below the surface that pose a danger to fish, wildlife and the public.
Legendary musical artist Randy Owen joins ceremony at JSU for upcoming arts center in his name
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. — Work is underway to build a new arts center on the campus of Jacksonville State University. A groundbreaking ceremony was held on July 16 to celebrate the Randy Owen Center for the Performing Arts. The legendary musical artist was in attendance, along with Gov. Kay Ivey,...
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.
Two students from Calhoun County selected for exclusive Reach and Teach experience
Jul. 18—Reach and Teach, an educational 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Alabama, has invited 22 high school students to attend what the nonprofit calls its "RNT+ Experience," designed to foster personal growth, leadership skills and career exploration. Among the students who have been accepted are two from Calhoun County — Caroline Bero of Jacksonville High School and Caitlyn Perkins of ...
Anniston Library To Host Ultimate Puzzle Race Event
Anniston, AL – Puzzle enthusiasts are gearing up for an exciting challenge at the Anniston Library this Friday, July 19th, at 5:30 pm. The library is set to host the Ultimate Puzzle Race, inviting teams to showcase their puzzle-solving prowess in a thrilling competition. Participants will have the opportunity to assemble a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle […] The post Anniston Library To Host Ultimate Puzzle Race Event appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Titan Football, 2024 Community Service Day ~ Downtown Gadsden
Mayor Craig Ford recognized our Titan Football team today for doing some community service work today in downtown Gadsden. Scroll all the way to the bottom to also see the live news coverage from Fox6 News. “Thank you to the Gadsden City High School football team for improving public safety...
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