Lucile L. Morgan Public Library Hosts Caldecott Reading Challenge for Young Readers in Heflin

Heflin, AL – The Lucile L. Morgan Public Library is wrapping up its summer programming with the Caldecott Reading Challenge, a weeklong event running from July 14 through July 18, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily. The event is taking place at the library, located at 541 Ross Street in Heflin, AL. The Caldecott Medal […]
Thousands of Surplus Items Available in Alabama Online Auction Starting July 12

Montgomery, AL – The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) will host a public online auction beginning Saturday, July 12, offering thousands of surplus items for bid. The auction, facilitated through ADECA’s Surplus Property Division, will open at 7:30 a.m. and run through 6 p.m. on Sunday, July 20. Items available in the auction […]
Back to School Giveaway Set for Saturday, July 19 at 11 AM at Cleburne County High School

Hosted by Rhema Christian Center’s SOZO Outreach Heflin, AL – Rhema Christian Center will host its annual Back to School Giveaway on Saturday, July 19, beginning at 11:00 a.m. at Cleburne County High School. Organized through the church’s SOZO outreach program, the event aims to equip local students with the supplies they need to start […]
Alabama Deploys Search and Rescue Team to Assist Texas Following Devastating Floods

Montgomery, AL – On Thursday, July 10, Governor Kay Ivey announced that Alabama is sending a specialized 40-person search and rescue team to Texas to assist in response efforts following the deadly flooding that swept through the Texas Hill Country. The deployment includes Alabama Task Force 1 out of Mobile, as well as personnel from the […]
Local Fruithurst Event to Feature Edd Saxon Music

Fruithurst, AL – July 12th, Caledonia’s Place will host a live music event featuring performances by Edd Saxon Music. The event is scheduled to run from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at 13236 Hwy 78, Fruithurst, AL. Caledonia’s Place, known for supporting local talent and community gatherings, is expected to draw a diverse crowd for […]
AmFirst Launches 2025 “Feeding Families Across Alabama” Food Drive

BIRMINGHAM, AL — America’s First Federal Credit Union (AmFirst), in partnership with ABC 33/40, has launched its 2025 “Feeding Families Across Alabama” food drive, which runs from Tuesday, July 1, through Thursday, July 31. All 21 AmFirst branches statewide will be accepting nonperishable food donations and monetary contributions throughout the month-long campaign. The initiative is […]