City of Gadsden to purchase Broad Street Regions building for new city hall complex
Photo courtesy of the City of Gadsden: The Regions Bank building located at 200 Broad Street in downtown Gadsden will become the new Gadsden City Hall complex. The City of Gadsden approved purchasing the building at the recent Gadsden City Council meeting, Tuesday, July 25, 2023. By Kaitlin Hoskins, News Editor On Tuesday, July 25, […]
Craig Scott elected to state association
Photo courtesy of the City of Gadsden: City of Gadsden Mayor Craig Ford (right) congratulates Gadsden Public Library Director Craig Scott following Scott’s appointment as president-elect of the Alabama Library Association. By Kaitlin Hoskins, News Editor Craig Scott, Director of the Gadsden Public Library, was sworn in as president-elect of the Alabama Library Association […]
HFH Dragon Boat Race set for Aug. 19
The 10th Annual Gadsden-Etowah Habitat for Humanity Dragon Boat Festival is set for August 19 on the Coosa River in Gadsden. Team registration closes August 5. There is no admission charge for spectators. The Dragon Boat Race brings together teams of paddlers to compete in a race while raising money for a great cause. Habitat […]
Community Calendar: July 28, 2023
Submit events by email to khoskins@gadsdenmessenger.com. July 28 Gadsden 5th Street Farmers Market every Friday, May – September from 7 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fresh hand-picked vegetables, fruits, eggs and more. July 29 Join The Coffee Bar in Gadsden for its end of the summer show featuring Camacho, Towu, Odd Polly, Bilge Water and Sam […]
GCHS grad named national scholar
Submitted photo: 2016 Gadsden City High School graduate Laura Minton Garton was recently named a National P.E.O. Scholar. Laura Minton Garton, a 2016 graduate of Gadsden City High School, has been named a National P.E.O. Scholar as a result of her “top ranking” at UAB Heersink School of Medicine and her global impact through the […]
GPL to host Magic Academy Monday
The Gadsden Public Library will host a Hogwarts approved Magic Academy Monday, July 31. From 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. guests will be able to make their own wand with the help of Olivander’s Wand Shop. From 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., guests are invited to participate in a Defense Against the Dark Arts battle and visit […]
Gold Tiger Club reunion set for Aug. 5
Saturday, August 5, Gadsden High School graduates of 50 years or more will gather at The Venue at Coosa Landing for the 26th Annual Gold Tiger Club reunion. To date, more than 450 reservations have been received. This year the Class of 1972 is the host class, honoring the Class of 1973 as it celebrate […]
Longest yard sale set for Aug. 3-6
Visit America’s most scenic shopping mall during the World’s Longest Yard Sale August 3-6 in Gadsden. The journey begins in Gadsden atop Lookout Mountain and spans more than 690 miles to Hudson, Michigan. Hundreds of vendors will set up shop throughout Noccalula Park, which includes a miniature train ride, a botanical garden, the Pioneer Village, […]
Local agency receives $28k grant for low-income utility assistance
Governor Kay Ivey recently awarded grants totaling $1.29 million dollars to help low-income households with home energy costs, including one worth $28,549 awarded to Community Action of Etowah County Inc. “As these record hot summer months continue, many low-income residents may struggle to afford higher electric bills along with other expenses,” Ivey said. “These grants […]