Alabama’s need for aviation mechanics and technicians is soaring, and a new registered apprenticeship program will begin filling that need with trained and qualified individuals.  The Alabama Office of Apprenticeship has partnered with M1 Support Services and the Alabama Aviation College to develop an apprenticeship program that combines paid work experience and classroom instruction, all while earning a portable, nationally recognized credential. 

By Christina Faulkner

Dale County employees and retirees will see some relief from increasing inflation in September. On Tuesday, during its regularly held meeting, the Dale County Commission, in two separate actions, approved a 15% Cost of Living increase (COLA) for all county employees and a one-time lump sum payment to retirees as a longevity bonus.

The 15% COLA is a $700,000 annual budget adjustment for the county and includes the county’s portion of employee benefit packages. The longevity bonus resulted in a $38,456 budget adjustment.

PicScience, a K-12 math and science education company, visited the Boys and Girls Club in Ozark, AL, for four weeks in July to help students get a head start on the upcoming school year.

By Christina Faulkner

By Christina Faulkner

Businesses, organizations, individuals, and Wiregrass municipal officials gathered at First Ozark United Methodist Church in Ozark on Thursday, August 11, for the Association of the United States Army General Membership Breakfast. The gathering met to hear Retired Major General Clyde “Lou” Hennies speak about the greatest challenge facing today’s Army.

From StatePoint Media

Gardening is not only a means for beautifying outdoor spaces and growing delicious foods. According to those who spend significant time in the yard, getting outside can also support your well-being.

“Gardening is good for the mind, it’s good for the soul, and it’s good for the body,” said legendary football coach Vince Dooley. “I enjoy coming out to garden, and when I finish, I feel like I’ve done something, and I feel good.”

Daleville, Alabama —- The Southeast Alabama American Veterans Post 7 has officially opened in Daleville, Alabama. American Veterans, or AMVETS for short, finds its beginnings in 1944 as many veterans were helping returning war veterans to obtain their earned benefits from the federal government.  As the number of veterans swelled to millions, it was realized there was a need for a national organization to provide this assistance. Then on December 10, 1944, eighteen representatives from nine veterans’ organizations worked together to form what is now AMVETS.