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Hobson City Celebrates 125th Anniversary with a Week of Festivities
Hobson City, AL – Hobson City, Alabama’s first incorporated African American city, marked a momentous milestone with a week-long celebration of its 125th birthday, beginning August 11th. Established on August 16, 1899, Hobson City has long been a symbol of resilience, progress, and community strength. The celebration kicked off on Sunday, August 11th, with a spiritual […] The post Hobson City Celebrates 125th Anniversary with a Week of Festivities appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Etowah County Democrats to open party headquarters with rally
Democrats in Etowah County will be kicking off the opening of their party's headquarters with a rally on Sept. 8. The event will be held at 5 p.m. at the headquarters site, 312 Chestnut St. According to organizers, the rally will include a brief ceremony, a roll call of cities and a focus on...
Anniston City Council Relinquishes Control to Secure Hospital’s Future; $44 Million in HUD Loans for Regional Medical Center Being Pursued
Anniston, AL – The City of Anniston convened a special-called meeting to address pivotal issues concerning the future of the city’s healthcare system, specifically focusing on securing two substantial loans from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The agenda featured two key items: a resolution authorizing the mayor to execute an agreement with the […] The post Anniston City Council Relinquishes Control to Secure Hospital’s Future; $44 Million in HUD Loans for Regional Medical Center Being Pursued appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Mayor Alberta McCrory of Hobson City Receives National Mayor of the Year Award at Prestigious Black Business Conference
Hobson City, AL – In a momentous recognition of her leadership and dedication, Mayor Alberta McCrory of Hobson City was honored with the National Mayor of the Year Award at the 124th National Black Business Conference. The award, a testament to her outstanding contributions to the Black business community, was presented during the Booker T. Washington […] The post Mayor Alberta McCrory of Hobson City Receives National Mayor of the Year Award at Prestigious Black Business Conference appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Choccolocco Park in Oxford to Host “Battle at the Big House” Fall Softball Series Featuring Top Collegiate Teams
Oxford, AL – Choccolocco Park, the premier sports and recreational venue in the region, is set to host the “Battle at the Big House,” a highly anticipated fall softball series featuring six top collegiate teams from Alabama and Georgia. The event, presented in partnership with Northeast Alabama Community College, will span two days, with games scheduled […] The post Choccolocco Park in Oxford to Host “Battle at the Big House” Fall Softball Series Featuring Top Collegiate Teams appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Officials warn of rabies exposure in Etowah County, urge vaccinations for pets
ETOWAH COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - Multiple cases of rabies in wildlife have exposed several pets in Etowah County and the Alabama Department of Public Health is encouraging vaccinations for domesticated animals. The ADHP says a raccoon positive for rabies was found inside a fenced yard in the city limits of...
NEW: First-in-the-state night golf course coming to Gadsden
A brand-new golfing experience is headed to Alabama: night golf. The Gadsden City Council approved lighting nine holes on the city’s golf course—and we have the details. The city council greenlit (pun intended) the move during their August 20th meeting. Specifically, the council finalized an agreement with The...
Oxford City Council Meeting and Work Session Summary – August 27, 2024
Oxford, AL – Oxford held their Regularly called City Council Meeting and Work Session on August 27th Work Session During the Oxford City Council work session held on August 28, 2024, several key topics were discussed: Agenda Adjustments: The meeting began with acknowledgments that some items, including accommodations for the police department, would […] The post Oxford City Council Meeting and Work Session Summary – August 27, 2024 appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Free storm spotter class coming to Gadsden in Sept.
GADSDEN, Ala. (WBRC) - A free storm spotter class will be held in Gadsden in mid-September. The class will be put on by the National Weather Service and the Gadsden-Etowah Emergency Management Agency. It will be held at the Downtown Civic Center in Gadsden on Tuesday, Sept. 17 from 6...
Jacksonville City Council Work Session and Meeting Summary: August 26, 2024
Jacksonville, AL –The Jacksonville City Council held a regularly scheduled work session and city council meeting on August 26th, 2024. City Council Meeting and Regular Work Session Call to order. Invocation. Pledge of Allegiance. Roll call. Tony Taylor – Present Sherry Laster – Present Coty Galloway – Present Andy Green – Present Terry Wilson […] The post Jacksonville City Council Work Session and Meeting Summary: August 26, 2024 appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
DGI brings home multiple Main Street Alabama awards; Ford honored as Main Street Hero
Downtown Gadsden Inc. brought home five awards from Main Street Alabama’s 11th annual Awards of Excellence banquet held Aug. 15 in Monroeville. The banquet recognizes individuals and projects that made significant contributions to their communities.Gadsden honorees were: ...
Dr. Eric Mackey Tours Oxford’s New CREATE Center, Highlights Regional Workforce Development
Oxford, AL – On Wednesday afternoon, Dr. Eric Mackey, Alabama State Superintendent of Education, visited the newly-opened Choccolocco Research Education Arts and Technical Experience (CREATE) Center in Oxford. Accompanied by members of the state board and his staff, Dr. Mackey explored the innovative programs designed to prepare high school students for successful careers. The visit […] The post Dr. Eric Mackey Tours Oxford’s New CREATE Center, Highlights Regional Workforce Development appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Look Back ... to no more voting at this church, 1999
Aug. 27—Aug. 27, 1949: The date fell on a Saturday during a 12-year period (1940-52) when The Star didn't publish on that day of the week. Aug. 27, 1999, in The Star: A confluence of circumstances has prompted the Harmony Baptist Church congregation on Choccolocco Road to have the Calhoun County Commission move the community's polling place off church property. For one thing, there's a ...
Virginia Transportation unveils new EV truck
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Virginia Transportation Corporation unveiled a new all-electric truck on Monday, which will transport newly built Honda cars from the Lincoln, Alabama plant to the nearby CSX railhead for shipment to locations across the globe. Officials will collect data and analyze the performance of the...
City of Gadsden planning for the ultimate golfing experience
GADSDEN, Ala. (WBRC) - The city of Gadsden is panning a nighttime golfing experience as it lights nine holes at the Twin Bridges Golf Course. Gadsden Mayor Craig Ford says they’ve already received calls for corporate events for this new nighttime golf experience. Part of the Gadsden Grow Plan,...
Department of Veteran Affairs moves Angle Hall
The Department of Veteran Affairs was given a two-week notice to relocate its office to Angle Hall. The move is to benefit the students, as it is a more convenient location, according to a statement from Terry Casey, vice president of student affairs and enrollment management. “As a broader initiative...
Jacksonville City Schools Board of Education Meeting Summary – August 27, 2024: Budget Review, School Enhancements, and Celebrating Success
Jacksonville, AL – Board of Education Work Session and Meeting August 27th, 2024 Call to Order Roll Call – All Present Approve Agenda – Unanimously Approved Approve Minutes of the July 11, 2024 Jacksonville City Schools Board Meeting and the July 24, 2024 Jacksonville City Schools Special Called Board Meeting – Unanimously Approved Public Comments […] The post Jacksonville City Schools Board of Education Meeting Summary – August 27, 2024: Budget Review, School Enhancements, and Celebrating Success appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Oxford Fire Department Prepares Finalists for State Certification in Firefighter Bridge Program
Oxford, AL – Candidates for state firefighter certification are entering the final days of the Oxford Fire Department/Alabama Fire College Firefighter Bridge Program, an annual six-week initiative that enables certified volunteer firefighters to complete an abbreviated recruit school and transition to state-certified firefighters. This certification is a crucial step for those seeking a professional career in […] The post Oxford Fire Department Prepares Finalists for State Certification in Firefighter Bridge Program appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
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