TSA no longer requires passengers to remove shoes

Travelers flying out of airports around the United States will notice a more streamlined security screening experience as of July 7, 2025, as the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has announced a significant change: passengers in standard screening lanes are no longer required to remove their footwear during the security process. This policy change is part […]
Gadsden awarded tourism grant for amphitheater seating

Gadsden’s historic Mort Glosser Amphitheater is getting an upgrade thanks to a $125,000 grant announced by the Alabama Tourism Department. The funding will add approximately 200 new seats to the amphitheater. “Gadsden has something most cities don’t have: a music venue on the river,” said Mayor Craig Ford. “As we work to develop our riverfront […]