Trump nominates Rainbow City native for attorney job
United States President Donald Trump has nominated local attorney, conservative radio host and former Alabama lawmaker Phil Williams to serve as U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Alabama, the White House announced on Oct. 21. Williams, a Rainbow City native, currently hosts Rightside Radio and is a managing member of the Gadsden-based law firm […]
Police to focus on distracted driving with new safety grant
The City of Gadsden has been named the recipient of a grant that will help the Gadsden Police Department improve safety on city roadways. The City is receiving traffic safety funds from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs. The grant will allow officers to conduct concentrated […]
$16K donation helps support Gadsden State automotive students
On Oct. 27, Gadsden State Community College’s Automotive Service Technology program received a $16,000 donation from Ronnie Watkins Ford and the NADA Foundation to support student training and workforce development. The presentation, made in partnership with the Automobile Dealers Association of Alabama (ADAA), highlights efforts to prepare skilled technicians for the automotive industry. Thomas R. […]
County Career Technical Center expands programs
By Karla McArthur, Correspondent The Etowah County Career Technical Center and Etowah County Schools are expanding career and technical education opportunities for students across the district with new instructors, programs and facility upgrades. The center welcomed two new team members this year: automotive instructor Darrell Huff and custodian Darlene Cecil. Computer science continues to grow […]
Challenger Center of Northeast Alabama announces naming partnerships in support of STEM education
By Karla McArthur, Correspondent The Challenger Learning Center of Northeast Alabama has announced two new partners who have committed to supporting STEM missions and programs designed to engage middle school students across the 12-county region of northeast Alabama. Dr. Farrah Hayes, executive director of the Challenger Learning Center, described a typical day for students at […]
Colegrove honored as District 6 Superintendent of the Year
By Karla McArthur, Correspondent Jeff Colegrove, superintendent of Attalla City Schools, began his 29th year in education by being named the District 6 Superintendent of the Year for 2026 by the School Superintendents of Alabama (SSA). The distinction, awarded by SSA and various sponsors, recognizes one superintendent from each of Alabama’s eight public school districts. […]
JSU partners with Challenger Learning Center
The Jacksonville State University Board of Trustees has approved an agreement with Challenger Learning Center of Northeast Alabama to establish the Jacksonville State University STEAM Institute – Home of Challenger Learning Center of Northeast Alabama. Located in Rainbow City, the center will be the only Challenger Learning Center in Alabama, serving as a regional hub […]
GSCC to host free construction recruitment hiring events
Gadsden State Community College is partnering with the Alabama Construction Recruitment Institute (ACRI) and Alabama Talent Solutions to host two free hiring events offering direct pathways for Alabamians into commercial construction careers. The hiring events are part of the ACRI Go Build Alabama Initiative which is designed to educate young people on the value of […]
Gadsden invites residents to celebrate “Plaid Friday” this year
Downtown Gadsden merchants are embracing the holiday spirit and inviting shoppers to take part in Plaid Friday, a fun and festive alternative to the hustle and bustle of Black Friday, created to promote the unique experiences and personal connections that come with shopping small and supporting local businesses. The date for this year’s Plaid Friday […]