Jax State documentary on APT

Article submitted by Jax State. Students at Jacksonville State University are taking their work from the classroom to a statewide audience. The latest documentary produced by Jax State’s Longleaf Studios will premiere on Alabama Public Television (APT) on April 23, providing students with hands-on experience while showcasing key outdoor destinations across Calhoun County and the […]
Duplication of street names

In South Gadsden, there are streets named for U.S. presidents. By Danny Crownover Back in the 1940s, there was a newly platted section on a hillside in South Gadsden, overlooking the Republic Steel Mills. It had streets and avenues named in honor of some ot the presidents of the United State. These were Lincoln, Grant, […]
God calls you where you are, not where you are trying to be

By Shawn Blockmon Have you ever felt like God was calling you into something you were not ready for? Be honest. Not later. Not when you get yourself together. Not when everything lines up. But right now, in the middle of your uncertainty. That is exactly how it works. God will call you before you […]
Gravity, golf caps and the glorious distraction

By Sandra Bost Daddy’s sweet wedding was this past weekend. The months of planning culminated in a beautiful covenant. Seeing them stand before the Lord, surrounded by their family and special friends, was a vivid reminder of the truth that our life’s work on this earth never truly ends while breath remains. Even into our […]
04-17-2026 E-edition

04-17-2026 E-edition
Growth is a perpetual goal of mine

By Tabitha Bozeman I have spent the last month exclaiming about the leaves on the trees every time I am outside or driving. In fact, I have mentioned the leaves so frequently that my girls started finishing my sentences and rolling their eyes. But, I can’t help but be excited about seeing the tiny leaf […]
GCHS student ranked 8 in the nation

Photo submitted. Christopher Holder, a student at Gadsden City High School, earned an eighth-place finish at the National Academic Quiz Tournament Individual Player National Championship in Chicago on Sunday. Holder competed against more than 290 students for the national title, scoring 565 points across the tournament. The highest score was 800, and the lowest was […]
Central Board passes shot clock implementation for basketball for 2026-27 Season

Glencoe’s Kinlee Montgomery scores a basket in the 3A semifinals Tuesday as Mobile Christian’s Hadley Kelly moves into position to defend. (David Holtsford| AHSSA) Article submitted by AHSAA The Alabama High School Athletic Association Central Board of Control made two historic decisions Wednesday at its April CBOC meeting held at the AHSAA office. The much-anticipated […]
Cusimano, Roberts, Mills & Knowlton marks one year with attorney Carson S. Campbell

By Karla McArthur, Correspondent Cusimano, Roberts, Mills & Knowlton, LLC is marking the one-year anniversary of attorney Carson S. Campbell’s service in the firm’s Gadsden office, recognizing her continued work with clients across Etowah County and surrounding communities. Founding partner Gregory S. Cusimano said Campbell’s background and work ethic have strengthened the firm’s ability to […]