Cleburne County Gardening – Build a Lasting Landscape: Why Shrubs and Grasses Are Garden Essentials

Cleburne County, AL – The quickest way to make a lasting impact in your landscape is by installing permanent shrubs and grasses. These plants form the backbone of any garden because they are perennials and offer long-term value. Investing in perennials saves money over time and supports your landscaping goals for years to come. Colorful […]
Search Underway for Bama’s Best Surf & Turf

Montgomery, AL – Alabama restaurants are now in the spotlight as Sweet Grown Alabama launches a statewide competition to find Bama’s Best Surf & Turf. The contest invites the public to nominate their favorite seafood and land-based protein dishes from July 7–21 on the Sweet Grown Alabama Facebook page. Eligible entries must feature a combination of […]
Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals Affirms Murder Conviction of Bryan Craig Fox

Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced that the Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals has upheld the murder and firearm possession convictions of Bryan Craig Fox, 54, of Oneonta. Fox was originally convicted in the Blount County Circuit Court on May 21, 2024, and was sentenced to life in prison. The case stems […]
Governor Kay Ivey Appoints Hal Nash as Chair of Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles

MONTGOMERY, AL – Governor Kay Ivey announced Monday the appointment of Hal Nash as Chair of the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles. Nash currently serves as Chief Corrections Deputy with the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office and was selected from a list of five nominees provided by a board composed of the Lieutenant Governor, the […]
Senate Passes Tax Relief and Spending Bill with Key Provisions for Alabama; Senator Britt Votes in Favor

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-AL) voted this week in support of the Senate reconciliation bill, which proponents describe as the largest tax cut in American history for working-class citizens. The bill narrowly passed the Senate by a vote of 51-50 and now heads to the House of Representatives. If approved, it will […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Cleburne County Prepares for Municipal Elections on August 26

Cleburne County, AL – Voters across Cleburne County will head to the polls on Tuesday, August 26, to participate in municipal elections. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. in all participating municipalities. In the City of Heflin, all positions were filled without opposition, meaning no contested races will appear on the ballot. […]
Alabama Officers Medal at 2025 World Police & Fire Games in Birmingham

Birmingham, AL – Law enforcement officers from across Alabama earned top honors at the 2025 World Police & Fire Games, held June 27 through July 6 in Birmingham. The international multi-sport event brought together public safety professionals from around the globe to compete in a wide range of athletic competitions. Among those recognized was Officer […]