MONTGOMERY, Feb. 24, 2021 – The Alabama Department of Revenue (ALDOR) is offering tax relief to Alabama taxpayers who reside or have a business in federally declared disaster areas where damage was caused by recent winter storms. The tax relief measures mirror IRS measures in the same declared disaster areas. ALDOR will grant filing extensions to taxpayers directly affected by these winter storms. Alabama taxpayers residing in areas designated as disaster areas by the federal government have until June
Gadsden, AL- The YMCA of the Coosa Valley is no stranger to adversity. TheCovid 19 virus has brought about challenging circumstances that will have a lasting effect on the fitness industry, and those challenges have forced the local YMCA’s leadership team to make some very tough decisions. Since March of last year, the YMCA in Gadsden has had several difficult choices to make, between furloughing staff, severely limiting programs and services, and temporarily closing its indoor pool for this winter.
Gadsden State to host informational session about FAME program Anniston, Ala. — Gadsden State Community College is hosting a FAME informational session at 6 p.m. Feb. 18. The event will be in person at the Advanced Manufacturing Center Auditorium on the Ayers Campus and streamed on Facebook Live via the East Alabama FAME page at https://www.facebook.com/GSCCFAME/. FAME-- Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education—is a partnership between Gadsden State and East AlabamaWorks. The apprentice-style
Koch Foods has opened an offsite Hiring Center in Glencoe. We are located in the Briarmeade Shopping Center.. Apply in person with interview. Monday through Friday 9am to 4pm. 538 West Main Briarmeade Shopping Center Glencoe, AL
Gadsden, AL – Whether you are dreaming about starting a small business or have already opened your doors, an upcoming workshop series for entrepreneurs will equip you for success. In April, the Etowah County Extension Office and The Chamber of Gadsden & Etowah County are partnering to bring a series of Small Business Workshops to our community. The workshops are a 4-Part Series led by Rick Zapata of the Alabama Cooperative Extension System and co-hosted by The Chamber of Gadsden & Etowah County. These
Gadsden, Ala. – Gadsden State Community College is reintroducing its community scholarship program for Mini Term II in an effort to increase affordability of for-credit academic and technical courses at all five campuses. The Cardinal Promise Scholarship was first introduced in October as a “buy-one, get one” option for students enrolling in the spring semester. The purpose of the scholarship is to assist students who may be facing financial challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Cardinal Promise
Gadsden, AL- The Gadsden Career Center in conjunction with the Councilman Thomas Worthy of the Gadsden City Council are hosting a Gadsden Spring Job Fair.Invitation Letter to Interested EmployersEmployer Registration FormIt is scheduled for Thursday, March 11, 2021, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at The Venue at Coosa Landing located at 201 George Wallace Dr, Gadsden, AL 35903. Job seekers in attendance are required to follow all ADPH guidelines regarding COVID-19.
Scholarship Information Day Feb. 9 Gadsden, Ala.—Gadsden State Community College’s Enrollment Services is hosting Scholarship Info Day Feb. 9 for students interested in attending the College. Two sessions will be held at three locations from 1-2 p.m. and 3-4 p.m. in Room 130 at Gadsden State Cherokee, the Science Building Auditorium on the East Broad Campus and the Cheaha Center on the Ayers Campus. Scholarships are available to 2021 graduating seniors, and staff will be on hand to assist with completing
MONTGOMERY, Feb. 5, 2021 – Are you ready to file your income tax return? Tax Season 2021 begins on Friday, Feb. 12, and the filing deadline is April 15. The Alabama Department of Revenue (ALDOR) has a few tips and suggestions to help you file your return safely and get your refund as quickly as possible: SecurityFILE EARLY – As soon as a taxpayers receive their W-2s, 1099s and other documents, they should file as soon as possible. Filing early can help ALDOR get refunds approved earlier, plus it enables
Etowah County, AL- Project Search is a hands on 9 month training program for exiting seniors and youth age 18-24, designed to teach work place readiness skills and hands on trade skills for better employment opportunities. The program is a PAID training program for those individuals in need of work skills and job placement assistance. We are currently taking applications for the upcoming 2021-2022 calendar year! Don’t miss this opportunity! Contact Brandy Mills, VR Counselor, at 256-549-7795 for more
Gadsden, AL- The YMCA is conducting a Lifeguard Certification over the Spring Break Holidays. These American Red Cross Life guarding classes taught at the YMCA are designed to teach you not only the basics in water safety but also the proper protocol when dealing with any emergencies around water.Learn how to respond safely and efficiently to water emergencies with lifeguard classes from the American Red Cross. These classes are conducted in an indoor heated swimming pool at the YMCA of the Coosa Valley
Alabama State Department of Education, State Legislature Create Needed Positions to Help Address Mental Health Support for Alabama Students $4.5 Million Grant for Mental Health Service Coordinators throughout the State MONTGOMERY, AL – State officials recognize the important role mental health plays in student development and overall academic success. As such, the Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE) worked with the Alabama State Legislature to establish the position of Mental Health Service