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Rakim Lubin, Former UConn Basketball Star, Dies at 28
It’s a sad day for the University of Connecticut basketball fans. Former UConn men’s basketball player Rakim Lubin has died. The alum was just 28 years old too. Lubin played for the team during the 2014-15 season. Growing up in Gadsen, Alabama, he earned the nickname “Rock” thanks to both his size and intimidating figure. He used that to his advantage while on the court. It let him go far. He became a three-star recruit after graduating from Buford High School in Georgia. Lubin also earned all-region honors and first-team all-state. He earned Georgia Sportswriters 3A layer of the Year. Ultimately, Lubind decided to go to UConn over Auburn and Georgia Tech.
Twin siblings, 102, have Gadsden street dedicated in their honor
Two weeks after celebrating their 102nd birthdays, twins Lonzie Gray and Vernia Gray Ray were honored by the Gadsden City Council. The council on May 7 approved the honorary designation of Sunnyvale Drive, where the siblings live, as Ray-Gray Drive. The city will post signs to that effect. Council member...
Westbrook Christian's baseball and golf big weeks lead Gadsden area top performers
Here are the final Gadsden Times area high school top performers for the final week of the 2023-24 high school athletics season for the week ending on May 17. Westbrook Christian's Brady Carden had two RBIs in the first game of the Class 3A state title series in a win over Thomasville.
Gadsden State Community College Offers Start Strong Scholarships to Class of 2024 Graduates
Gadsden, AL – High school graduates from the Class of 2024 may be eligible for the Start Strong Scholarship at Gadsden State Community College, covering up to 12 credit hours for the upcoming academic year. This scholarship aims to support new graduates in their transition to higher education by alleviating some financial burdens. The Start […] The post Gadsden State Community College Offers Start Strong Scholarships to Class of 2024 Graduates appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Westbrook Christian boys golf wins second straight Class 3A state title, four place in top 10
Westbrook Christian boys golf took home its second straight Class 3A state title on Tuesday, behind all four golfers placing inside the top 10. The tournament was shortened to 27 holes from the original 36 due to expected weather on Tuesday. Westbrook Christian took the title by 10 strokes over Northside Methodist with a team score of 308.
Cub Trio Signs
Alexandria, AL – Alexandria’s Thompson, Dickerson and Folsom add to big year of signings for Alexandria High School athletes. By Joe Medley It’s been quite a school year for memorabilia tables in the Larry R. Ginn Gymnasium lobby and and signing stations stretching across the playing floor, and three more had their day Friday. Baseball […] The post Cub Trio Signs appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Southside boys soccer's Randy Vice looking forward to next season after Final Four appearance
Southside boys soccer went on a magical run this season, ending in the AHSAA Final Four for the first time in school history. It also marked the second straight season the Panthers won more than 20 games as they ended the year with 25-3-1 record. They were led by Camren Thompson with his 52 goals. The team earned the Etowah County championship and won the Rainbow City Classic, along with a big win over Mountain Brook....
Search underway for missing man in Etowah County
ETOWAH COUNTY, Ala. (WBMA) — A missing person search is underway for a missing man in Etowah County. Etowah County 911 said 56-year-old Richard Allen Cushing's last believed location was pinged in the area of Coosa Landing Boat Ramp in Gadsden. Cushing is described as 6' in height with...
Pianist River Eckert, 14, brings taste of New Orleans to Gadsden
There'll be a taste of New Orleans in Gadsden on May 31 when the Hardin Center hosts a concert by pianist and singer River Eckert. The concert, part of the Cultural Arts Presents series, is set for 7:30 p.m., according to a news release from the Gadsden Cultural Arts Foundation. Eckert is only 14,...
Springville High School graduation ceremony moved to gymnasium
From Tribune staff reports SPRINGVILLE — Due to the possibility of inclement weather, the location for graduation exercises for Springville High School has been moved, according to school officials. Originally planned for the football stadium, the Friday, May 17 ceremony will now take place in the gymnasium at 7 p.m. Doors will open at 6:15 […]
Steve Stewart's 'Rebelicious' again takes readers back to the 1970s
Gadsden author Steve Stewart is back with the fourth installment of “The Free Bird Files,” and nearly seven weeks after its release, the reviews for “Rebelicious” have been positive. “I don't agree, my favorite is 'Call Me the Breeze,' " Stewart said, referring to Volume 1....
Westbrook Christian baseball's Brady and Cam Carden achieve dream in state title series
JACKSONVILLE — While it didn't end the way that Westbrook Christian baseball wanted, the run to the state finals was special for two members of its team. For the first time since 10U rec league ball, brothers Cam and Brady Carden played a full season together. Brady was called up from junior varsity last year for the playoffs as Cam was in the midst of an all-state season at the plate. Even after falling in both games...
Alexandria has done it again!
It started Monday and ended last night. Alexandria won game one behind a complete game performance from MVP Andrew Allen. He pitched seven innings only giving up three hits and one earned run. He had eleven strikeouts while issuing three walks… https://youtu.be/9EQ_0AnZMuE The post Alexandria has done it again! appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
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