Albertville, AL– In response to Governor Ivey's recent statement, the Shepherd's Cove Thrift Shoppe will close at 5:00 PM, March 28th and will remain closed until April 17th. After consulting with city officials for confirmation, we will still receive donations at the back of the store or through curbside pick up. You may call 256-582-DEAL for pick up. We will come by your house and pick up your items placed on your porch, at curbside, or in your garage. You may also drop off your donations at the store
MONTGOMERY, March 29, 2020 – The Alabama Department of Revenue would like to remind taxpayers to be vigilant about protecting their personal and financial information. Scammers and fraudsters take advantage of honest taxpayers through calls to action using phishing emails and other methods seeking this type of information. Criminals are always looking for new opportunities to successfully pull off such schemes, such as the federal government’s upcoming stimulus checks. REMEMBER – the IRS, the Alabama
Montgomery, AL- Following the conclusion of a press conference with State Public Heath Officer Scott Harris announcing the public health, Governor Kay Ivey orders closure of the following establishments effective at 5 P.M. March 28, 2020 through 5 P.M. April 17, 2020. Entertainment venues as follows:Night clubsBowling alleysArcadesConcert venuesTheaters, auditoriums, and performing arts centersTourist attractions (including museums and planetariums)RacetracksIndoor children’s play areasAdult entertainment
ATLANTA– The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to Alabama small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza announced today. SBA acted under its own authority, as provided by the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act that was recently signed by the President, to declare a disaster following a request received from Gov. Kay Ivey
Modern Woodmen of America was founded in 1883, which gives the fraternal financial services organization unique access to a bigger picture. Built with a member-first philosophy, Modern Woodmen’s journey has always been focused on continued strength – strength that protects members, their families and their communities. Local Modern Woodmen representative Morgan Lavender, whose office is in Gadsden, cherishes the organization’s history. “Modern Woodmen has been around for 137 years, and we’re proud
March 24, 2020, Anniston, AL- The Community Foundation of Northeast Alabama (CFNEA) has established the Community Recovery Fund with $250,000 from the Susie Parker Stringfellow Health Fund held with CFNEA. The fund will support the unmet needs of individuals who have been affected by the COVID-19 virus through CFNEA’s partnerships with not-for-profit organizations throughout our nine-county region. “In responding to the needs created by the COVID-19 virus CFNEA is reaching out to community leaders in
MONTGOMERY, AL – Governor Kay Ivey announced today that small businesses across Alabama negatively impacted by the coronavirus pandemic are eligible for assistance under the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program. The program will help qualified businesses and non-profit organizations recover from economic losses tied to the abrupt downturn triggered by the COVID-19 disease. “Small businesses represent the backbone of Alabama’s economy, and many of
Gadsden State Cardinal Foundation Scholarship Gadsden, Ala.--The Cardinal Foundation has extended the deadline for scholarship applications for several awards that will provide tuition assistance to qualified Gadsden State Community College students. The scholarships may be applied toward tuition, fees and books for the 2020-2021 academic terms. The Gerald Acker Scholarship for the Electrical Technology Program will be awarded to a first-year student planning to enroll and one currently enrolled
Gadsden, AL- Like you, we have been following the news daily regarding COVID-19 and its impact on our community and our daily lives. This is an unprecedented time for all of us, and things seem to be changing every 12-24 hours. With the guidelines released by the CDC on Sunday, and out of an abundance of caution, we are placing the health and safety of our audience members and our musicians first during this time. The GSO Spring Pops Concert, originally scheduled for Saturday, April 25th, has been
MONTGOMERY, March 20, 2020 – Effective immediately, the Department of Revenue is extending relief to state lodgings tax account holders who are unable to timely pay their February, March, and April 2020 state transient occupancy tax, commonly referred to as “lodgings tax” liabilities. Late payment penalties for state lodgings tax liabilities reported for these tax periods will be waived through June 1, 2020. This relief applies only to the waiver late payment penalties for state lodgings tax
MONTGOMERY, March 19, 2020 – Effective immediately, the Department of Revenue is extending relief to businesses who are unable to timely pay their February, March, and April 2020 state sales tax liabilities and who are currently registered with the Department as engaging in NAICS Sector 72 business activities. Taxpayers filing returns for these reporting periods will receive waivers through June 1, 2020, of late payment penalties for state sales tax liabilities reported on their returns. Businesses
MONTGOMERY, March 18, 2020 – Effective immediately, the Department of Revenue is extending relief to small retail businesses that are unable to timely pay their February, March, and April sales tax liabilities. Small businesses whose monthly retail sales during the previous calendar year averaged $62,500 or less may file their monthly sales tax returns for the February, March, and April 2020 reporting periods without paying the state sales tax reported as due. Late payment penalties will be waived for
MONTGOMERY, March 18, 2020 – Effective immediately, the Department of Revenue is extending relief to small retail businesses that are unable to timely pay their February, March, and April sales tax liabilities. Small businesses whose monthly retail sales during the previous calendar year averaged $62,500 or less may file their monthly sales tax returns for the February, March, and April 2020 reporting periods without paying the state sales tax reported as due. Late payment penalties will be waived for
Etowah County, AL- MANNA needs volunteers to deliver meals to the homebound - just an hour a week makes such a difference! Substitutes and temporary volunteers are greatly appreciated during this crisis. Volunteers need a valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance, and must be at least 19 years old. Please visit our websitehttps://mannagadsden.org/volunteer-contact-form/ or call (256) 543-5876 Monday-Friday 8:00 A.M. – 12:30 P.M.. MANNA is a non-profit corporation, organized by local people, to meet
Gadsden, Ala. – Gadsden State Community College President Dr. Martha Lavender announced that the College will transition to online or alternative instruction for all courses from March 17 through April 3 in response to COVID-19, an infectious coronavirus. Students enrolled in on-campus courses should not come to campus during this period of time. “There have been no reports of coronavirus on any of Gadsden State’s five campuses,” she said. “We are implementing alternative methods of instruction and
Centre, Ala. – The Cherokee County Civitan Club is offering a $1,000 scholarship to a qualifying student with a disability at Gadsden State Community College. The scholarship may be used toward the cost of tuition, books, fees or other expenses charged to the student by the College. To apply, the student must complete a Cherokee County Civitan Club scholarship application and meet the following criteria: Student must be registered through the Gadsden State Office of Disability Services and
The Alabama State Bar recognized Sam D. Bone, a Gadsden attorney at Dani V. Bone & Sam D. Bone, Attorneys at Law, as #MoreThanALawyer for his contributions to the local community on February 28, 2020. The Alabama State Bar #MoreThanALawyer campaign highlights all the ways Alabama’s attorneys impact lives within and outside of their profession. Alabama’s lawyers are parents, service members, volunteers, mentors, coaches, musicians and committed advocates. In all of these roles, they make a difference in
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