Gadsden student wins first place in Lions peace poster contest
Submitted by Lions Clubs District 34A Gianna McNamara won first place in the Lions International District 34A Peace Poster Contest that promotes peace, unity and creativity. The artwork titled “Together As One,” was selected from entries submitted by the Lions Clubs across the northern third of Alabama. McNamara, a seventh grade student at Gadsden Middle […]
Gadsden City Schools announces 2025–26 teachers of the year
By Karla McArthur, Correspondent Gadsden City Schools has announced its 2025–26 Teachers of the Year, recognizing outstanding educators across the district for their dedication to students and excellence in the classroom. Teachers of the Year are selected by votes from faculty and staff at each school. Honorees are celebrated at the district’s annual Teacher of […]
Westbrook Christian partners with Challenger Learning Center
By Karla McArthur, Correspondent Westbrook Christian School held a reception Monday, Dec. 1, to celebrate its newly signed partnership with the Challenger Learning Center of Northeast Alabama. Westbrook principal Rachel Neal said that after meeting with Challenger Learning Center Executive Director, Farrah Hayes, she knew she wanted the school to be involved. Hayes spoke at […]
The Gadsden Public Library: A Community of Programs, People and Possibilities
By Craig Scott, Director, Gadsden Public Library Every time I walk through the entry door of the Gadsden Public Library, I’m reminded that a library is so much more than rows of books. It’s a living, breathing community hub—a place where curiosity is fed, creativity is sparked, and every age group can find something meaningful […]
Firefighters contain fire at former Goodyear plant
By Kaitlin Hoskins, News Editor Photo Courtesy of Gadsden Fire Department Facebook by Tony Hathcock In the early hours of Saturday, Dec. 6, a fire sparked up at the former Goodyear industrial site in Gadsden. Gadsden firefighters responded to the blaze at the industrial site now known as Takkion, a renewable energy logistics company, and […]
GSCC student earns spot in 2026 All-State Choir
By Karla McArthur, Correspondent Frankie Bishop, a 16-year-old freshman at Gadsden State Community College, has been selected for the Alabama Vocal Association’s 2026 All-State Choir. Bishop, who began singing in sixth grade, said he got his start with the Veritas Concert Choir in Anniston. He discovered his passion for music in 2021 when he joined […]
Coosa Christian brings home state title
By Josh Bean | For the AHSAA AHSAA PHOTO | David Holtsford Coosa Christian (13-2) scored two touchdowns in the final 3:20, rallying to win the school’s first state championship 29-22 Friday, Dec. 5, in the AHSAA Super 7 Class 2A state finals at Protective Stadium. Mac Long scored the game-winner on a 20-yard touchdown […]
E-Edition 12-12-2025
E-Edition 12-12-2025
Legals for 12/12/2025 – 12/18/2025
NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURESALE Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain Mortgage executed by Jessica Kirk and Shan F. Kirk, Jr., wife and husband, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (“MERS”), (solely as nominee for Lender, First Federal Bank, and Lender’s successors and assigns), dated the 28th day of June, […]