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Anniston residents paint their place in history, one tile at a time
2+ day, 16+ hour ago (192+ words) Area residents, businesses and community leaders came together Friday to paint individual tiles that will be assembled into a permanent mosaic at Noble Street Park celebrating America's 250th anniversary. Four participants hold up their painted tiles Friday during a community mosaic…...
Back-to-school bash brings Anniston families together before first bell
5+ day, 16+ hour ago (174+ words) The City of Anniston's Parks and Recreation Department will host a back-to-school community event at Zinn Park on Aug. 3, offering families free food, live music and school supplies before classes begin Aug. 6. Children play on a large inflatable while others…...
David Baker’s fight gave west Anniston a voice
1+ week, 4+ day ago (243+ words) David Baker spent much of his life making sure west Anniston's story was heard, transforming a local fight over PCB contamination into a nationally recognized environmental justice movement while inspiring generations of community advocates. David Baker, founder of Community Against…...
Downtown Anniston market hours change, events expand
1+ week, 6+ day ago (124+ words) Main Street Anniston is pairing practical changes with community-focused initiatives as it works to strengthen downtown businesses and encourage residents to spend more time in the city's historic district. â Main Street Anniston is returning the Downtown Market to 7-11 a....
July 31 deadline looms for Anniston homeless shelter
2+ week, 2+ day ago (291+ words) Summary: As Martha's Hope prepares to close July 31, United Way says it has already secured placements for 10 residents and is working with community partners to find housing and support for the remaining 40 people still staying at the shelter. Rows of…...
Celebrating community
4+ week, 16+ hour ago (175+ words) Thousands gathered in downtown Anniston for the 2026 Anniston Heritage Festival, celebrating Juneteenth with music, food, local vendors and community pride. Read how organizers and attendees say the annual event has grown into one of northeast Alabama's biggest celebrations while keeping…...
Heritage festival set for Saturday in downtown Anniston
1+ mon, 19+ hour ago (148+ words) Annistonâs annual Heritage Festival returns Saturday to Zinn Park with a full day of free music and community celebration, while downtown road closures are planned to accommodate the event. â Annistonâs annual Heritage Festival returns Saturday at Zinn…...
Ford draws two opponents in Gadsden mayoral election
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (141+ words) Gadsden Mayor Craig Ford has drawn two former City Council members as opponents as he seeks a second term. Qualifying for the Aug. 25 municipal election ended on Tuesday and Robert Avery Sr. and... GADSDEN â Gadsden Mayor Craig Ford has…...
Anniston police conduct active shooter training exercises
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (124+ words) If you notice a heavy police presence at two closed local schools this week, don't panic. APD officers are using their days off to undergo intensive training. Lt. Jeff Hamrick says the drills will not impact normal emergency response times....
City Council weighs cost of new roof on recently renovated City Hall
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (170+ words) City officials debated options for long-needed roof repairs at City Hall, weighing costs, timelines and contractor recommendations as they consider how to address ongoing structural issues. From left, Anniston City Councilwoman Julie Moss, Richard G. Thompson, Kathy L. Dreyer, Councilman Joe Harrington,…...