Huff seeks another term on Gadsden City Board of Education
The Rev. Z. Andre’ Huff is seeking another term representing District 3 on the Gadsden City Board of Education, citing his commitment to educational excellence, servant leadership and community advocacy. Huff, an educator, pastor, author and community leader, was appointed to the school board in 2017 by then-Gadsden City Councilman Thomas Worthy. Later that year, […]
Toles announces candidacy for Gadsden City School Board District 1
Retired educator and former Gadsden City Council member Cynthia W. Toles has announced her candidacy for the Gadsden City Board of Education, seeking to represent District 1. A lifelong Gadsden resident and graduate of Gadsden City Schools, Toles said her decades of experience in education, public service and community leadership have prepared her to advocate […]
Former City Clerk Iva Nelson embraces retirement by continuing to work for the city
By Kaitlin Hoskins, News Editor After more than four decades at Gadsden City Hall, longtime City Clerk Iva Nelson has officially retired from the position she held for nearly 23 years. Even so, retirement hasn’t quite felt like retirement. “I haven’t had time to enjoy my retirement yet,” Nelson said with a laugh. Although she […]
Jefferson’s opens new waterfront location on Weiss Lake
A locally-based restaurant chain has expanded its footprint with the opening of a new waterfront location on Weiss Lake in Cedar Bluff. Jefferson’s officially opened its newest restaurant June 25 at 3440 AL-9, taking over the former location of Weiss Lake 360 Bar & Grill. The new location gives guests the opportunity to enjoy the […]
Alabama students show significant gains in science proficiency; reading, math results mixed
By Andrea Tinker, Alabama Reflector Alabama students made significant improvements in science proficiency on this year’s Alabama Comprehensive Assessment Program (ACAP) standardized test, while the picture was somewhat more mixed on reading and math scores. According to data released by the Alabama State Department of Education on Tuesday, science proficiency went up for fourth, sixth […]
Viewing success in ways that are handed down
By Tabitha Bozeman Can reading actually change who we are as people? Are we bound to the people and places that produce us, fated to turn out one specific way because of them? Each of us carry the people, places, ideas, and beliefs of those before us whether we realize it or not. We can […]
Tuberville residency challenge appealed to Alabama Supreme Court
By Anna Barrett, Alabama Reflector Plaintiffs challenging Republican gubernatorial nominee Tommy Tuberville’s eligibility to run for governor Tuesday appealed a lower court’s dismissal of their lawsuit to the Alabama Supreme Court. The two plaintiffs claim that the U.S. Senator does not meet the Alabama Constitution’s seven-year residency requirement to serve as governor. Attorneys filed a […]
Why “Being strong” sometimes keeps people stuck
By Carrie Halladay “Be strong.” Most of us have heard those words throughout our lives. They are often offered with the best of intentions. When someone is facing a challenge, going through a loss or dealing with a difficult situation, being strong is usually seen as a positive quality. Strength is often associated with perseverance, […]
Jax State Partners with APOSTC to launch innovative law enforcement workforce pipeline
Jacksonville State University has received approval from the Alabama Peace Officers’ Standards and Training Commission (APOSTC) to establish an innovative partnership that creates a direct pathway for students to graduate with both a bachelor’s degree and Alabama law enforcement certification. The partnership makes Jax State the first institution in Alabama to offer the model, allowing […]