Glencoe VFW honor fallen soldiers
If you travel down U.S. Highway 431 through Glencoe, it’s likely that you have seen the flags and crosses in the median. For more than 50 years, this tradition of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10408 has been held three weekends a year: Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Veterans Day. After playing Frogger across […]
ELECTION RESULTS: Locals cast ballots for primaries
On Tuesday, May 19, voters across the state had an opportunity to cast ballots in the Republican and Democratic primaries. Etowah County voters largely mirrored statewide trends as Republican Tommy Tuberville and Democrat Doug Jones secured their parties’ nominations for governor, while several statewide races advanced to June runoffs. In Etowah County, Tuberville dominated the […]
Memorial Day vs. Veterans Day: What’s the difference in the two and why it matters to us
Every year, Americans pause twice to recognize the military: Memorial Day in May and Veterans Day in November. The holidays can look similar from the outside, flags, ceremonies, patriotic songs and speeches, but they honor two very different groups of people. Memorial Day honors military members who died in service to the country. The holiday […]
Jax State launces B.S. in entrepreneurship
Following approval at the March meeting of the Alabama Commission on Higher Education, Jacksonville State University will offer a Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship beginning in Fall 2026, equipping students with the tools to launch businesses, grow organizations and create economic impact in their communities. “The Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship reflects the College of […]
Gadsden State implements new orientation
Gadsden State Community College is hosting a summer orientation for new students in June, July and August. The orientation is designed to assist students with enrollment in the College and connect them with individuals and groups that will support their success and college completion. “Our Cardinal Commit events are designed to give incoming students a […]
Many local students make various honors lists
President’s List Belhaven University Kinsey Carter, of Rainbow City Delta State University Omareon Finch, of Gadsden Southern New Hampshire University Jenna Robinson of Attalla Lauren Fowler of Gadsden Emily Williams of Gadsden Logan Connell of Gadsden Kissy Conwell of Gadsden Wallace State Community College Drake Randall Compton of Altoona Alaina Rae Hays of Altoona Ragan […]
Jones, Tuberville win gubernatorial nominations
By Anna Barrett Alabama Reflector U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville and former U.S. Sen. Doug Jones won the Republican and Democratic nominations for governor on Tuesday, setting up a rematch of their Senate battle in 2020. As of 9:31 p.m., Tuberville had 209,880 votes, about 85.1 percent, in the Republican primary. Ken McFeeters, an insurance agency […]
Senate confirms Rainbow City native Phil Williams
Rainbow City native Phil Williams has been confirmed by the U.S. Senate to serve as the next U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Alabama. The Senate approved Williams’ nomination Monday in a party-line vote as part of a broader package of 49 confirmations. U.S. Sen. Katie Britt, R-Ala., voted in favor of the package, […]
Greater Gadsden Area Tourism hires new director
The Greater Gadsden Area Tourism Board officially welcomes Anna Lindsey-Brown as the new Tourism Director. A Northeast Alabama native with a strong background in tourism, events and community engagement, Anna brings fresh energy and a passion for showcasing everything that makes Etowah County a premier destination. In her first two weeks, Anna has immersed herself […]