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Photo courtesy of GSCC. Gadsden, Ala.  — Gadsden State Community College will host its annual Preview Days this April, offering prospective students and their families an opportunity to experience campus life, explore academic programs, and connect with faculty and staff. Preview Days will take place at multiple Gadsden State campuses: April 9 — Ayers Campus April 22 — Valley Street Campus April 28 — Wallace Drive/East Broad Campus (Gadsden) Each event is designed to give at

T.L. Sullivan | The Weekly Ledger News | Community News | March 23, 2026 LEESBURG, Ala. — Families across Cherokee County are invited to come together for a fun-filled afternoon of fellowship, laughter, and Easter celebration as Weiss Lake Church hosts a Community Egg Hunt this spring. The free event is set to take place on Saturday, April 4 at 2:00 p.m. at Leesburg Town Park, offering local children an exciting opportunity to enjoy one of the season’s most beloved traditions

T.L. Sullivan | The Weekly Ledger News | Community News | March 23, 2026 CENTRE, Ala. — Residents across Cherokee County will have an opportunity to strengthen their emergency readiness as Cherokee County Emergency Management teams up with Tractor Supply in Centre to host Emergency Preparedness Day 2026 on Saturday, April 11. The free community event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Tractor Supply and is aimed at helping families better prepare for severe weather an

TWLN Staff Reporter | The Weekly Ledger News | March 23, 2026 ROME, Ga. — Emergency crews are actively responding to a major fire that broke out Monday afternoon at the historic Floyd County Courthouse in downtown Rome. TWLN cameras on the scene captured dramatic images of thick, billowing black smoke rising into the sky as flames tore through a portion of the courthouse. Firefighters could be seen aggressively battling the blaze, spraying water onto the structure in an effo

Bro. David Woodard | The Weekly Ledger News | Faith & Inspiration Column | March 23, 2026 What broke you yesterday will not bury you tomorrow. Because even in the middle of the night, we serve a God who speaks to us in our mourning. You may still be wiping tears from what didn’t work, what didn’t last, what felt like too much to carry. You may still feel the sting of betrayal, the ache of loss, the weight of the waiting. But God doesn’t leave you in the night. He meets you th

Sable Offshore Corp.’s Las Flores Canyon Plant, in Goleta, processes oil from a trio of offshore platforms. (Al Seib) TWLN Staff Reporter | The Weekly Ledger News | National News SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, Calif. — Oil is once again flowing along California’s Central Coast for the first time in more than a decade, following federal intervention that has reignited a long-standing battle over energy policy and environmental safety. Sable Offshore Corp. confirmed this week that it h

T.L. Sullivan | The Weekly Ledger News | Community News - Employment Opportunity CENTRE, Ala. — The City of Centre is now accepting applications for a part-time seasonal position with its Street and Sanitation Department as the city prepares for the busy spring and summer months. The position will run from April through September 2026 and will assist with day-to-day operations that help keep the community clean and maintained. To be eligible, applicants must be at least 21 y

T.L. Sullivan | The Weekly Ledger News | Local Community News LEESBURG, Ala. — A new space for residents and their four-legged companions is now open in the Town of Leesburg, thanks to the dedication, leadership, and service of a local Scout working toward the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout. Jeffrey Givens, a member of Scout Troop Pack 300 in Leesburg, has officially completed his Eagle Scout project with the creation of Remie’s Dog Park at Leesburg Park. The new park provi

Suspect Identified After Self-Inflicted Gunshot During Negotiations T.L. Sullivan - TWLN Staff Report | The Weekly Ledger News | March 12, 2026 RAINSVILLE, Ala. — A multi-county police pursuit that began in Scottsboro ended Tuesday morning in a tense standoff at Rainsville Crossing after a suspect driving a stolen vehicle fired a gun inside the car and shot himself, authorities said. The DeKalb County Emergency Management Agency issued a public safety alert earlier in the mo

TWLN Staff Reporter | The Weekly Ledger News | Local Community News | March 12, 2026 GADSDEN, Ala. — Authorities are investigating the death of an inmate following a reported medical emergency on Wednesday afternoon at the Etowah County Detention Center. According to Etowah County Sheriff Jonathon Horton, correctional staff were notified of a medical emergency involving an inmate at approximately 12:37 p.m. when the inmate’s cellmate alerted a unit officer inside the facilit

Malaki Ray Sipsy, 21, of Centre(Image courtesy of Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office.) T.L. Sullivan - TWLN Staff Reporter | The Weekly Ledger News | Local News | March 12, 2026 CENTRE, Ala. — A Centre man has been arrested and is facing more than 120 charges following an investigation into the alleged possession and attempted possession of child sexual abuse material, according to the Centre Police Department. Authorities say Malaki Ray Sipsy, 21, of Centre, was taken into cu

T.L. Sullivan | The Weekly Ledger News | Local Community News | March 11, 2026 CENTRE, Ala. — Registration is now open for the Cherokee County Youth Football League’s 2026 football and cheerleading season, offering young athletes across the county the opportunity to participate in the upcoming fall season. Registration will run from March 9 through May 31, 2026, and is open to children based on their age as of July 31, 2026. Participants may not be entering the 7th grade. Le

T.L. Sullivan | The Weekly Ledger News | Community News | March 10, 2026 SAND ROCK, Ala. — Excitement is building in the Sand Rock community as organizers prepare to launch the town’s first-ever Youth Football Program, giving young athletes the opportunity to compete, build teamwork skills, and be part of a brand-new tradition for local youth sports. Registration for the inaugural season of Sand Rock Youth Football will begin Saturday, March 14 at 12:00 p.m., with a second si

TWLN Staff Reporter | The Weekly Ledger News | Area News | March 10, 2026 ROME, Ga. — A Rome man known locally for his work advocating for children has been arrested and charged with numerous felony offenses, including sexual extortion and forgery, according to law enforcement officials. Authorities say Scott Alan Sherwin, 64, of Rome, was taken into custody last week at his residence after warrants were issued in Bartow County. Sherwin is facing 15 counts of sexual extortion

Fuel prices are displayed at a pump at a gas station in Baltimore, Wednesday, March 4, 2026. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough) TWLN Staff Writer | The Weekly Ledger News | Regional News | March 10, 2026 ALABAMA — Drivers across Alabama are beginning to feel the sting at the pump once again as fuel prices climb sharply, driven by escalating global tensions and surging crude oil costs tied to the ongoing conflict involving Iran. According to AAA Alabama, the average price for a

TWLN Weather Desk | The Weekly Ledger News | Weather Update | March 10, 2026 NORTHEAST ALABAMA — Residents across Alabama can expect a warm and spring-like day today as temperatures climb well above seasonal averages, but forecasters warn that a round of potentially strong thunderstorms could move into parts of the state Wednesday evening. Warm and Pleasant Tuesday Most communities across Alabama will see afternoon temperatures rise into the 80 to 85 degree range today under

TWLN Staff reporter | The Weekly Ledger News | Area Community News | March 10, 2026 FORT PAYNE, Ala. — With spring just around the corner, the City of Fort Payne is encouraging residents to begin preparing their yards for seasonal cleanup as city brush trucks begin making their routine rounds throughout the community. City officials say the service helps residents dispose of common yard debris and bulky household items while keeping neighborhoods clean and safe during the spr

Jeffrey Owen (Image courtesy of Calhoun County Sheriff's Office) TWLN Staff Reporter | The Weekly Ledger News | Area News | March 10, 2026 CALHOUN COUNTY, Ala. — A former substitute teacher in Calhoun County is facing two counts of sexual abuse following allegations involving students during the 2021–2022 school year. Sheriff Falon Hurst confirmed that Jeffrey Owen was employed through a third-party agency that provides substitute teachers and was not directly employed by th

TWLN Staff Reporter | The Weekly Ledger News | Local News | March 9, 2026 CEDAR BLUFF, Ala. —A multi-agency inspection conducted at a Weiss Mart Motel and convenience store Friday resulted in the discovery of suspected illegal substances, the seizure of a liquor license, the temporary closure of two businesses, and the arrest of one individual. According to the Cedar Bluff Police Department, officers conducted an inspection on Friday, March 6, 2026, at the Weiss Mart Motel an

TWLN Staff Reporter | The Weekly Ledger News | Local News | March 9, 2026 CENTRE, Ala. — A second suspect connected to a December 2025 armed robbery and subsequent police chase that ended in a crash in Centre has now been taken into custody after months on the run. Alric Gabriel Crawford, 23 of Centre. (Image courtesy of Floyd County Sheriff’s Office) Authorities report that 23-year-old Alric Gabriel Crawford of Centre was recently arrested in Floyd County, Georgia, where he