Gadsden City Hall locations of the past
By Danny Crownover Prior to 1897, city hall was at the Hollingsworth Building, in a rented room over what became the present office of the Stringer Realty Company on Fourth and Broad Streets. It was reached by a steep stairway and was really too small, yet the city’s business was performed there for many years. […]
Birmingham Heart Clinic to open Rainbow City location in January
By Karla McArthur, Correspondent Birmingham Heart Clinic is expanding its footprint in Northeast Alabama with the opening of a new location in Rainbow City, bringing increased access to cardiovascular and vascular care for residents across Etowah County and surrounding communities. The new office is scheduled to open Jan. 6, at 524 W. Grand Ave. The […]
Gadsden Police Department receives donation of Hot Wheels for kids
Submitted by Gadsden City The city of Gadsden recognized Katie McKenzie and Philip Williams for their donation of around 600 Hot Wheels earlier this month to the Gadsden Police Department. The idea is for have officers to have them on hand for kids involved in a traffic stop or when they are on scene. This […]
County schools spread cheer through initiatives
By Karla McArthur, Correspondent School systems throughout Etowah County have remained active during the holiday season, launching initiatives and programs that strengthen community connections while supporting local families and encouraging countywide growth. Etowah County Schools recently expressed appreciation to Hokes Bluff Piggly Wiggly for donating food through neighborhood bridges to a resident in need. District […]
ECBOE and GCS honor educators, staff for 2025-26
By Karla McArthur, Correspondent Etowah County and Gadsden City School Systems recently recognized several outstanding educators and staff members for their dedication, leadership and service during the 2025-26 school year. Katrina Powers was named Etowah County Schools Secondary Teacher of the Year. Powers is a science teacher at Southside High School, where she is known […]
The Joy of the Lord in 2026
By Sandra Bost It’s the end of the year. Cue the reflections and resolutions. The year 2025 brought lots of changes for my family. The biggest event was selling our 2400 square foot home in a neighborhood, and moving into a 375 square foot motor home currently parked in the middle of a vineyard. After […]