FOOD & DRINK

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Gadsden.

Sean Dietrich, aka Sean of the South, is a man of many talents: author (14 books), columnist, musician (he’s appeared on the Grand Ole Opry), podcaster and storyteller. And he may have been born in Missouri 41 years ago, but he’s now as Southern as a pone of cornbread.

The BIG First Annual Leesburg “Back the Blue” Fall Bass Fishing Tournament is coming up November 4th. That event features a guaranteed payout of $1,500 – $1,000 and $750 – for the three top anglers along with $750 for the Big Fish prize winner. All proceeds from the event will go toward purchase of a drone which will be a major benefit to the crime-fighting efforts of the Leesburg Police Department.

The American Kennel Club on its “legislative alerts” webpage has called on pet owners in Gadsden to ask City Council members to repeal the city’s spay/neuter ordinance. That ordinance, passed unanimously in June and set to take effect on Oct. 1, makes it illegal within the city limits to own a dog or cat aged six months or older that hasn’t been spayed or neutered. The penalty would be a $100 fine for the first offense, $250 for a second offense and $500 for a third offense.

Photos by Kaitlin Hoskins/Messenger. Don Bigotes Mexican Grill, a local chain of Mexican restaurants, officially opened a new location in downtown Attalla last Friday, September 8. City of Attalla leaders, Attalla police officers and restaurant management and staff cut the ceremonial red ribbon on the new restaurant September 8. The...

Applying to be on “MasterChef” was a whim. Getting on the popular Fox show was a huge surprise to Gadsden native Savannah Miles.  So, she always had a Plan B.  Miles was voted off the show Wednesday night, but she started law school at the University of Alabama last month.  ...

Football season is here, and that means we need plenty of tailgate snacks for hungry guests!. 1 pound of Dean’s mild sausage at room temperature. (8-ounce) package of extra sharp cheese, grated by you. 2 cups Bisquick. Mix together and bake on greased cookie sheet. The sauce balls come...

It was too hot in the kitchen Wednesday night for Gadsden native Savannah Miles. The Etowah County produce farmer was eliminated from Fox’s “MasterChef” in an episode dubbed “Restaurant Takeover — Hell’s Kitchen.”. The six contestants remaining in Season 13 of the popular reality...

American Auctioneers is pleased to announce a sale consisting of some absolutely beautiful, prime, property – Saturday morning, right here in Cherokee County. Keith Baldwin of American Auctioneers paid a visit Friday morning, to the studios of WEIS Radio – to discuss tomorrow’s big event:. …and that’s...

Music Midtown is back and fans lined up early outside the gates of Piedmont Park Friday night to kick off the 3-day music fest.

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of Southern charm and storytelling with the one and only Sean Dietrich, popularly known as Sean Of the South. This in-person event is scheduled for Thu, Sep 14 · 6pm - 9pm, promising a night filled with laughter, tears, and heartwarming tales.

Jacksonville, AL – On Sunday, September 24th the Jacksonville State University International House will host the Annual United Nations Day Tea at 2:00 pm. This is the biggest annual multi-cultural event on campus hosted by the International House students. The House students display the value of International House Program through performances. This event is free […]

Gadsden City High School's band, 'The Marching Titans', was named WBRC's 'Band of the Week'. This notable recognition is due to their standout halftime show 'Royals'. The show features a mix of trending and traditional songs, showcasing their wide-ranging musical abilities.

You’re invited to the Pet Appreciation Week Pet Adoption Event, sponsored by Summit’s Sanctuary, this Saturday, September 16th, from 9am to 3pm at Tractor Supply in Centre.

I recently wrote about local square dancing, describing how much I enjoy watching all types of dancing: social, round, tap (“Tap” is a favorite movie) and the jitterbug, a popular style in the World War II era and my high school days in the late 1940s. The scenes of Shirley Temple, Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire were, and still are, fun to watch.

Gadsden Elementary School will host a special reader/author, April West, on Thursday, September 14, 2023, at 9:30 am. Ms. West will be doing her book launch for the book: “Early Eddie Eats Everything Edible” at Gadsden’s Media Center. Ms. West chose Gadsden for her book launch because...

Homecoming week always has a way of bringing a group of people from completely different backgrounds together to support one common goal, as seen on Wednesday on the Theron Montgomery Building lawn. 10 new candidates came out for the students at Jacksonville State by helping the Student Government Association throw...

Music Midtown kicks off Friday in Piedmont Park. Set up continued on Wednesday.

Saddle up, country music fans. George Strait and Chris Stapleton are set to continue their run of stadium shows in 2024. The newly announced nine dates kick off May 4 in Indianapolis before making stops in Jacksonville, Charlotte, Chicago and more. It’ll wrap in Las Vegas on December 7. “Pontoon” hitmakers Little Big Town will open for George and Chris.

Jacksonville, AL – If you’re a fan of the captivating melodies and precision performances of marching bands, mark your calendar for a night to remember. On September 12th, 2023, the Calhoun County Marching Band Exhibition is set to light up the Burgess Snow Field at Jacksonville State University, and you won’t want to miss it! […]