Karla McArthur

June 3, 2026

Talton named assistant superintendent for Etowah County Schools

December 1, 2025

By Karla McArthur, Correspondent Julie Talton, director of elementary curriculum, continuous improvement and testing for Etowah County Schools, has been named the district’s new assistant su...

Southside Theatre shines at Trumbauer, eyes next big production

December 1, 2025

Southside High School theatre students, led by director Jason Bozeman, delivered another strong performance at the District 7 Trumbauer Fe...

Etowah County Peer Helpers to host Giving Tuesday fundraiser for Sleep in Heavenly Peace

November 20, 2025

The Peer Helpers programs across the Etowah County School System are preparing to raise awareness and collect donations for Sleep in...

Etowah County Schools earn highest-ever ‘A’ on Alabama State Report Card, marking major academic gains

November 20, 2025

Etowah County Schools is celebrating a major academic milestone after earning a 90, an A, on the Alabama State Department of Educat...

Gadsden Salvation Army kicks off annual Angel Tree and Red Kettle initiatives

November 20, 2025

The Salvation Army kicked off its annual Angel Tree and Red Kettle initiatives on Saturday, Nov. 15, with a community event at First B...

Gaston Peer Helpers receive support from Inline Electric

November 14, 2025

The Gaston High School Peer Helpers program received a generous donation from alumnus Jonathan Mason and Inline Electric Supply to...

St. James Quiz Bowl teams continue winning tradition

November 14, 2025

The quiz bowl teams at St. James Catholic School are in the midst of another successful competition season and are preparing for seve...

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Local woman shares epilepsy journey, raises awareness

November 14, 2025

Gadsden native Nancy Stewart was first diagnosed with epilepsy in November 2009. “I didn’t know what was happening to me, but I kn...

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Carlisle Elementary expands STEM with Celebrate Science

November 11, 2025

Third grade teacher Mallorie Belyeu is passionate about creating a classroom at Carlisle Elementary School where hands-on learning e...

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