Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Adding Women’s Flag Football to Athletics Offerings

MONTGOMERY - The Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) announced the addition of women’s flag football to its athletics offerings on Tuesday. “This is up there with one of the most exciting program additions we’ve had over the past decade. It's a good day when we create more opportunities for our female student-athletes,” said ACCC Commissioner Dean Myrick. “Flag football has exploded across the state at the high school level, and we want to capitalize on that.

Gov. Ivey Awards Grants to Assist Assault and Domestic Violence Victims

MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded $2.3 million to ensure support for children and adult victims of abuse, sexual assault and other types of cruelty in multiple counties in Alabama. The governor awarded the grants to six agencies throughout Alabama that provide critical services for assault and abuse victims. The offenses range from human trafficking, domestic violence and child abuse.

Governor Ivey Issues Statement on Former State Finance Director Kelly Butler

MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday issued the following statement:

“It is with profound sadness I share the news that former State Finance Director Kelly Butler has passed away after his valiant fight against ALS. Kelly was the epitome of a public servant and a good man. For those who knew Kelly, you know this about him. For those Alabamians who did not have a chance to personally know Kelly, you can be assured he likely touched your life in some way.

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Board of Education Votes to use Criterion K-12 Consulting to help with Financial Administration

BY DONNA BAIN

Staff Writer

The Pickens County Board of Education held its monthly meeting on October 21, 2024. After the prayer and Pledge of Allegiance, Board Chairman Annie Jackson called the meeting to order. The first order of business was to approve the agenda. It was approved with a motion from Board member Gene Dawkins and a second from Board member Dr. John Brandon.

Aliceville will hold Annual Halloween Trunk & Treat October 31st

BY DONNA BAIN

Staff Writer

The Aliceville City Council held its meeting October 23, 2024. Mayor Terrence Windham called the meeting to order. Councilman Thomas Wilkins was not in attendance.

After the invocation, the minutes were approved for the October meetings. The motion was made by Councilman Chris Lewis, and the second was given by Councilwoman Tayla Ball.