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Photo by Etowah County Sheriff's Office T.L. Sullivan | The Weekly Ledger News | Public Safety | May 27, 2026 ETOWAH COUNTY, Ala. — Deputies with the Etowah County Sheriff’s Office are undergoing updated tactical training aimed at increasing safety and preparedness during some of the most dangerous encounters law enforcement officers face — felony traffic stops, now commonly referred to as Known Risk Traffic Stops. Sheriff Jonathon Horton said one of his ongoing commitments t

T.L. Sullivan | The Weekly Ledger News | Local News | May 26, 2026 CHEROKEE COUNTY, Ala. — Authorities in Cherokee County are actively investigating a shooting-related death that occurred early Tuesday morning, May 26, in the Woods Bend community. According to initial reports, emergency responders were dispatched at approximately 5:30 a.m. after receiving a call reporting that a female had suffered a gunshot wound. The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office, Mt. Wisner Fire Departm

By T.L. Sullivan | The Weekly Ledger News | Area News | May 23, 2026 GADSDEN, Ala. — Gadsden Regional Medical Center has released an official statement following questions and concerns from members of the community regarding a patient treated at the hospital on Saturday. According to hospital officials, while patient privacy laws prevent the release of specific medical information, the hospital confirmed it worked closely with the Alabama Department of Public Health and the C

Agenda includes personnel actions, budget matters, travel approvals, and current job postings. T.L. Sullivan | The Weekly Ledger News | Local News | Wednesday, May 20, 2026 CENTRE, Ala. — The Cherokee County Board of Education will hold a Special Called Board Meeting on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 4 p.m. at the Cherokee County Schools Central Office, located at 200 Armory Road in Centre. According to the posted agenda, board members are expected to discuss and take action on s

By T.L. Sullivan | The Weekly Ledger News | Community News | Sunday, May 17, 2026 DOGTOWN, Ala. — A local Girl Scout troop spent part of their Sunday giving back to those who serve the community, delivering handmade cards and sweet treats as part of a meaningful community awareness project. Members of Girl Scouts Troop 10053 visited the Dogtown Fire Department on Sunday, May 17, where they personally delivered handmade thank-you cards and donated boxes of delicious Girl Scout

By T.L. Sullivan | The Weekly Ledger News | Opinion | Tuesday, May 12, 2026 Across America, hardworking families are feeling the pressure every time they pull up to the gas pump. Fuel prices continue to surge, grocery bills remain high, and everyday citizens are left wondering why it feels like the American people are always the ones carrying the burden. One question many are asking is simple: why is America exporting millions of barrels of oil and fuel overseas while familie

T.L. Sullivan | The Weekly Ledger News | Area News | April 30, 2026 TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — A 15-year-old Tuscaloosa teen battling a rare and aggressive form of bone cancer has been cleared to travel to California for a potentially life-saving treatment, offering renewed hope to his family after months of uncertainty. Will Roberts has been fighting stage 4 osteosarcoma since his diagnosis in January 2025. The disease, known for its rapid progression, has continued to spread despit