GALLERY: GSCC and City of Gadsden celebrate sports park progress
New facilities are officially open at the Gadsden Sports Park at 400 College Drive in Gadsden. City leaders and leaders at Gadsden State Community College cut a ceremonial ribbon on Wednesday, August 6 for those facilities. This phase of development includes new baseball and softball fields, as well as new and renovated soccer fields. Photos […]
Some polling places change ahead of election
Some Etowah County voters will have new polling locations for this upcoming election. A subcommittee, formed by the County Commission, was tasked to evaluate the polling locations, which were established in the late 1800s, when people were riding on horseback or in wagons to get to the location, according to Etowah County Probate Judge, Scott […]
Alabama Weather Network debuts on August 11
James Spann’s lifelong dream of providing weather for all areas of Alabama on a statewide network is finally coming true Monday, August 11 at noon. That’s when the Alabama Weather Network will go on the air. The groundbreaking network will be the only 24/7 digital weather channel providing weather information for all 67 Alabama counties. […]
Community Safety Night brings community together
The Gadsden Police Department offered residents a chance to meet first responders by partnering with other local public safety agencies for the 2nd annual Community Safety Night. The event was held from 5 – 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025, at The Venue at Coosa Landing. This family-oriented event was not only full of […]
Alabama Arise celebrates grocery tax reduction
Alabama will reduce its state grocery tax once again next month thanks to bipartisan legislation enacted earlier this year. This reduction will make it easier for every family across Alabama to make ends meet. Alabama Arise staff members participated in a ceremonial bill signing event that Gov. Kay Ivey held for the legislation at the […]
GRMC encouraging men to discuss prostate cancer screening with doctors
Nearly two-thirds of men ages 55 to 69 have not been screened for prostate cancer, according to a recent poll from the American Cancer Society. As a result, the rate of advanced-stage prostate cancer is increasing for the first time in decades. Dr. John Pirani, chief medical officer at Gadsden Regional Medical Center and a […]
Jax State updates sports master’s program
Jacksonville State University has updated the name and scope of its graduate program in sport management to better reflect the modern realities of the field. Previously known as the Master of Science in Sport Management, the program is now the Master of Science in Sports Industry-a name that captures the broader, evolving nature of careers […]
American Red Cross asks for blood donations
During National Wellness Month, the American Red Cross encourages people to prioritize their personal health and well-being while helping to save lives with a blood or platelet donation. Donors of all blood types — especially those with type O positive or B negative blood — are asked to make an appointment now to prevent a […]
GSCC’s Cardinal Foundation to host 2025 Cardinal Gala
Gadsden State Community College’s Cardinal Foundation will host its annual Cardinal Gala on October 9, 2025, celebrating community partnerships and raising vital funds to support student success. This year’s event is made possible by a contribution from Honda to the foundation’s general fund, with emphasis on workforce development initiatives. Gadsden State has a long-standing relationship […]