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SHEFFIELD – The Tennessee Valley Art Association proudly presents the world premiere of Faith: a Folk Opera, an original work by Shoals native composer Jeremy Smith, debuting on the historic …

LAUDERDALE COUNTY- Lauderdale County received a $1 million grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) to support workforce training in Lauderdale County. The grant, awarded to the Lauderdale County Commission, will …

FLORENCE-Mark your calendars for our upcoming historic walking tour series throughout the month of April and in early May. Tour begins at 705 E. College Street, Florence, AL 35630 or …

WALKER COUNTY-The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency reports a single-vehicle accident in Walker County has taken the life of one person: “A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 9:15 p.m. Thursday, …

CHICAGO, IL-Modern Healthcare  says Microsoft “released a report Tuesday examining more than 500,000 health-focused conversations that took place on its Copilot AI-powered assistant platform in January.” According to Tuesday’s report, “Microsoft found …

FLORENCE-Saturday, March 7 was an unbelievable day for the Citywide Cleanup. Thanks to an incredible community effort, 142 volunteers collected more than 1,300 pounds of trash from around our City. …

MONTGOMERY – More than 50 advocates with the Cover Alabama coalition came to the Alabama State House on Tuesday to urge their lawmakers to expand Medicaid. The advocates highlighted a …

DECATUR-During the month of February 2026, the Decatur Police Department’s Internet Crimes Against Children Unit (ICAC) began investigations into two different individuals within the City of Decatur who were potentially …

MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday signed Senate Bill 242, legislation aimed at improving safety on Alabama’s highways by ensuring commercial motor vehicle operators meet federal work authorization and communication …

MARION COUNTY-The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency reports a two-vehicle accident in Marion County that has taken the life of an Athens man: “A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 5 …

FLORENCE-Florence Arts & Museums (FAM) is seeking proposals from local artists for a mural at Pope’s Tavern Museum, thanks to a grant from the Muscle Shoals National Heritage Area. The …

FLORENCE-Relive the magic of Jurassic Park on the big screen accompanied by a thrilling, live performance of the Shoals Symphony at UNA. Coming to Florence, Alabama’s Norton Auditorium on May …

MONTGOMERY — The Alabama Association of School Boards (AASB) announced today that Chad Holden, Ed.D., has been named the organization’s next executive director. A lifelong resident of the Shoals area, Holden …

TUSCUMBIA/SHEFFIELD-The Tennessee Valley Arts Association and the Ritz Theatre have a few fun events coming up in the near future for your enjoyment: Crews Wright at the Ritz! Crews Wright …

ATHENS-Following the success of its Mardi Gras Parade with a Purpose, Athens Arts League is proud to announce the launch of its first St. Patrick’s Day Parade with a Purpose, …

TENNESSEE VALLEY-Early dismissals and closing due to the treat of sever weather in the area: Athens City Schools-Activity Canceled Wednesday Athens State University-Closing Early at 3:00PM Today Evening classes will …

 MUSCLE SHOALS & PHIL CAMPBELL — Due to potential severe weather, Northwest Shoals Community College will close at 1:45 p.m. today, March 11th. Trent Randolph/Director of Public Relations and Marketing …

FLORENCE-Due to the possibility of inclement weather, Florence City Schools will dismiss early on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. W.C. Handy ECDC and the elementary schools will dismiss at 1 p.m. …

ST FLORIAN– The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency reports a two-vehicle accident near St. Florian that has taken the life of one person and sent four other people to hospital with …

DECATUR-A Decatur police officer is now on administrative leave after his arrest Monday night. On March 9, 2026, Officer Elijah Cole, age 28 was arrested for Theft-First Degree and Financial …