Six Injured in Fireworks Explosion on Lake Martin; Authorities Stress Caution Around Water-Based Celebrations
TALLAPOOSA COUNTY — Six individuals were injured following an onboard fireworks explosion during a Fourth of July celebration on Lake Martin. The incident occurred at approximately 9:14 p.m. on Friday, July 4, near the Kowaliga Basin in the Blue Creek area. According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), the explosion involved a single pontoon […]
Cleburne County Gardening – Sowing for the Swarm: How Pollinator Blooms Boost My Garden Every Spring
Cleburne County, AL – Every spring, once the danger of frost has passed, I sow my favorite seeds. Before planting any vegetable crops, I focus on sowing flowers that attract pollinators. I want bees and butterflies to swarm my garden before the vegetables begin their journey, and I’ve found great success in my harvests because I […]
Cleburne County Sheriff’s Office Releases June 2025 Monthly Report
CLEBURNE COUNTY, AL — The Cleburne County Sheriff’s Office has released its monthly summary for June 2025, detailing operations, jail activity, and community engagement efforts. The report was issued by Sheriff Jon Daniel, Jail Administrator Clay Smith, and Chief Clerk Paula Roberson. Jail Operations and Work DetailAs of June 30, the inmate population stood at […]
ALEA Emphasizes Safety for July 4th Holiday with “Standards and Success” Campaign
MONTGOMERY, AL — As Independence Day approaches, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) has launched its annual safety campaign to promote responsible travel on the state’s roads and waterways. The 2025 campaign, themed “Standards and Success,” encourages Alabamians to adopt four key safety standards to reduce preventable accidents and ensure safe celebrations. ALEA Secretary Hal […]
Fourth of July Events in and Around Cleburne County
Cleburne County, AL – There are many July 4th events being held in Cleburne County as well as the surrounding communities. Our local events calendar allows you to search by holiday events only or by specific locations. Below is a list of many upcoming July 4th events. We also gladly accept event suggestions year-round! Please note […]
Keeping Your Four-Legged Family Safe: Summer Heat and Fourth of July Fireworks Pose Serious Risks to Pets Cleburne County
Cleburne County, AL – As temperatures soar and Independence Day approaches, pet owners across the country are facing a dual challenge: protecting their furry companions from dangerous summer heat while preparing for what experts call the most stressful day of the year for dogs. According to the Humane Society of the United States, animal shelters […]
Cleburne County Gardening – Floral Reflections: A Lifelong Journey Through Seasonal Design
Cleburne County, AL – I began floral design in my teens, working part-time for a florist. I was trained in making football corsages for homecomings, funeral wreaths on stands, and creating greenery backdrops for floral arrangements. In 1998, as I embraced organic gardening, I began incorporating a wide range of both annual seeds and perennial heirloom […]
New Report Reveals Nearly Half of Alabama Households Struggle to Afford Basic Living Costs
United Way of Alabama releases first statewide ALICE Report showing 46% of households below financial survival threshold Cleburne County, AL – A comprehensive new study reveals that 928,753 Alabama households – representing 46% of all households in the state – earned below what researchers call the “ALICE Threshold of Financial Survival” in 2023, struggling to […]
Cleburne County Gardening – Growing Corn in Small Spaces: Tips for a Beautiful and Bountiful Garden
Cleburne County, AL – Gardeners can have small spaces and still grow corn. The first priority is full sunshine—no semi-shade. The second is to create quick-growing pollinator plants. I sow squash seeds and flower seeds like Blanketflowers next to the corn. These pollinator plants help boost your corn’s success, and they grow quickly. In small areas, you […]
Jacksonville State University Ranks Fourth in Statewide Enrollment, Top Choice for Cleburne County Graduates
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University continues to affirm its place as one of Alabama’s leading institutions for college-bound students, ranking fourth in the number of in-state high school graduates enrolled for Fall 2024. This data, released by the Alabama Commission on Higher Education (ACHE), positions Jax State just behind the state’s largest institutions: the University […]