Tucked away in the heart of Southside, Alabama, Smokeneck Farm & Garden is more than just a store—it’s a full-blown local experience. We recently stopped by to visit George Illif, the charismatic owner behind this unique community-centered general store, and we were met with warmth, laughter, and shelves packed with local flavor. From the moment you walk in, you're welcomed like family. Smokeneck carries everything from farm and garden supplies to one of the largest selections of Amish goods in Etowah
GADSDEN, AL-Screams echoed through the grounds surrounding Helderman Hall and Bevill Hall on Gadsden State Community College’s Wallace Drive Campus on May 2, but they weren’t real. The chaos was part of a large-scale, pre-planned mass casualty simulation designed to give nursing and paramedic students vital hands-on experience before they enter the workforce. More than 100 students from Nursing, Emergency Medical Services, Radiography and Medical Laboratory Technician programs participated in the
Victory Cheer & Tumble Athletes Shine at Prestigious All Star Worlds Competition Glencoe, AL – Victory Cheer & Tumble, a premier local athletics gym and program located in Glencoe, has made waves on the national stage with an outstanding performance at the 2025 All Star Worlds competition in Orlando, FL. The event, which featured over 1,550 elite teams from across the globe, saw Victory Cheer & Tumble’s athletes deliver three Top 10 finishes and multiple standout performances. Competing in only their
GADSDEN, AL – The Etowah Chamber recognized outstanding achievements in education during its annual Excellence in Education & Teachers of the Year Awards Ceremony, presented by Gadsden State Community College. The event took place at The Venue at Coosa Landing, where over 300 educators, administrators, and community members gathered to honor excellence across Northeast Alabama's schools. Each winning Teacher of the Year received an award featuring original student artwork by Savanna "Virgil" Stinson
GADSDEN, AL-With her husband and children in the audience, Candida Pedro Aguirre proudly walked across the stage on May 1 to receive more than just her high school diploma — she received a second chance at a dream once deferred. Aguirre was honored at the Gadsden State Community College Adult Education Services graduation ceremony held in the Beck Gymnasium on the Wallace Drive Campus. Alongside 19 fellow students who earned their high school diplomas through the Non-traditional High School Diploma
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HOKES BLUFF, Ala. — Etowah County's top municipal leaders gathered Thursday for the 2025 Etowah Update: Mayors Summit, painting a vibrant picture of the region's progress and future potential during a wide-ranging discussion at the Hokes Bluff Community Center. Sponsored by Goodwyn, Mills and Cawood, Inc., the event brought together mayors from across the county who highlighted major developments including the transformative Etowah County Megasite project, the implications of the new Challenger Learning
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Bama Bucks Crowned 2025 March Chamber Madness Champion After Electrifying Tournament Etowah County, AL – The votes are in, and the people have spoken! Bama Bucks Wildgame Restaurant has claimed victory in the 2025 March Chamber Madness tournament, triumphing after seven intense rounds and 48 days of action-packed voting. The exotic steakhouse and wildlife attraction will be officially crowned champion at the Etowah Chamber’s Summer Block Party on June 10th, where they will receive their championship
Gadsden State to Host “An Evening of Fine Arts” on May 1 Gadsden, AL — Gadsden State Community College’s Division of Fine Arts will host “An Evening of Fine Arts” on Wednesday, May 1, beginning at 5:30 p.m. on the Wallace Drive Campus. The free, family-friendly event will feature performances, exhibits and entertainment throughout the evening. Festivities will take place in the Meadows Building, the newly renovated Black Box Theatre and on the campus Quad. The evening begins with the Annual Student
D&D BEVERAGES NOW OPEN IN GADSDEN [Gadsden, AL] – The Etowah Chamber joined D&D Beverages and community members to celebrate its grand opening with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 25th, 2025. The event featured remarks from the store manager, Carmen Cortes who shared, "We are so excited to open D&D Beverages and are so thankful to all those who came to celebrate with us." David Franklin, Operations Manager of the Etowah Chamber added, "We are grateful for the addition of another great
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