Alabama - Each year, letter carriers across the country head out on their routes on the second Saturday in May to collect donations of non-perishable food items to benefit local food pantries. Since launching in 1993, the National Association of Letter Carriers’ annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive has grown into the nation’s largest one-day… Continue reading Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger® Food Drive is Saturday, May 9th
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Motown history comes alive Tuesday evening at Oxford Performing Arts Center
Oxford - The Temptations and the Four Tops are set to perform during a night celebrating Motown history at the Oxford Performing Arts Center on Tuesday, May 5, at 7:00 p.m. The event, part of the venue’s Coca-Cola Concert Series, will bring together two of the most recognizable groups in Motown music for a single… Continue reading Motown history comes alive Tuesday evening at Oxford Performing Arts Center
New ‘AVAP’ App Enhances Crime Victims’ Access to Vital Services
Montgomery - Each year, thousands of Alabamians are victims of violence, and in their despair, they wonder where to turn. Their spouse may have been murdered, a loved one may have been sexually assaulted, or their child may have endured abuse. Possibly, they’ve survived a random shooting or escaped domestic violence. Victims desperately need assistance… Continue reading New ‘AVAP’ App Enhances Crime Victims’ Access to Vital Services
US250 Tour’s Alabama stop continues Sunday in Childersburg
Childersburg – The 50-State US250 Tour, bringing a mix of history and entertainment to Childersburg continues on Sunday, April 12th. The national tour, which aims to commemorate the nation’s 250th anniversary, features events in all 50 states highlighting history, art, music, and civic engagement. In downtown Childersburg, the tour’s “Freedom Village” will again be active… Continue reading US250 Tour’s Alabama stop continues Sunday in Childersburg
Central Park is all set for the Magic of Marble Festival to start Tuesday
Sylacauga – The tents are up and the artist work tables set and ready for the arrival Tuesday, April 7th of about three dozen sculptors for the Magic of Marble Festival in Sylacauga’s Central park. Sculptors begin selecting their marble and getting to work on this year’s creations. You’re all invited to stop by to… Continue reading Central Park is all set for the Magic of Marble Festival to start Tuesday
The 50-State US250 our will makes it Alabama stop in Childersburg
Childersburg - The 50-State US250 Tour will bring history and entertainment to Childersburg for its stop in Childersburg in April. A national celebration of our founding and freedom - bringing history to life in all 50 states through events, art, music, and patriotic action. 50 states, 50 weeks, 50,000 miles, 250 million people, 250 years… Continue reading The 50-State US250 our will makes it Alabama stop in Childersburg
Multi-Agency narcotics operation nets two arrests in Clay County
CLAY COUNTY, Ala. - A multi-jurisdictional operation has led to the arrest of two people in Clay County on drug trafficking and other related charges. The Clay County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) Narcotics Division executed a warrant on a home on New Prospect Road on Friday, March 27 in connection with a current narcotics investigation. Inside… Continue reading Multi-Agency narcotics operation nets two arrests in Clay County
Ashland Police Department recognized with excellence in mental health award
Ashland - The Ashland Police Department has been recognized with the Excellence in Mental Health Award for its commitment to improving how officers respond to individuals experiencing mental health crises. The award was presented through the VitAL initiative during the Alabama Police Chiefs Conference and recognizes departments that demonstrate leadership in training officers to respond… Continue reading Ashland Police Department recognized with excellence in mental health award
Gov. Ivey Awards $1.36 Million in grants to support crime victims
Montgomery - Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded more than $1.36 million in grant funding to seven nonprofit agencies in central and north Alabama that provide assistance to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and other crimes. The grants are being administered by the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) using funds made available… Continue reading Gov. Ivey Awards $1.36 Million in grants to support crime victims
A Monday morning fire ravaged a Cheaha State Park cabin
Cheaha State Park - At 10:52 a.m. Monday morning, Shinbone Valley Fire & Rescue, along with Hollis Fire & Rescue, were paged to a structure fire at Cabin #3 on Bunker Loop at Cheaha State Park. The fire was contained to the single cabin, and there were no injuries. Matt Benefield of the Pinhoti Trail… Continue reading A Monday morning fire ravaged a Cheaha State Park cabin
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