Posted on: November 29, 2023
There have been changes to this weekend’s City of Gadsden holiday event schedule due to the significant chance of rain.
The City Hall Tree Lighting originally planned for Friday night has been rescheduled for Friday, Dec. 8, 2023. The times remai...
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Posted on: November 29, 2023
The Gadsden Museum of Art will host openings for exhibits by artists Ali Hval, Michael Swann and John McFarland from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1.
Visual artist Ali Hval’s show, “Barbie’s Dreamhouse,” will be show...
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Posted on: November 29, 2023
Here's another opportunity for you to help shape the future of Gadsden!
A community meeting will be held Thursday night, Nov. 30, 2023, at 5 p.m. at the Eura Brown Elementary gym (Raymond Hill Community Center).
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Posted on: November 20, 2023
The Gadsden Fire Department is accepting donations for its annual Toys from Santa program. The program helps children and families in Gadsden have a Merry Christmas through collection and distribution of donations.
“Please consider supp...
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Posted on: November 8, 2023
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday issued a statewide ‘No Burn Order.’ Today, she signed a statewide Drought Emergency Declaration – often referred to as a ‘No Burn Order’ – pr...
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Posted on: November 3, 2023
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
The Land and Water Conservation Fund Act of 1965 (Public Law 88-578) requires that citizens be afforded the opportunity to express their views concerning the recreational needs of their community.
To provide a forum for di...
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Posted on: November 1, 2023
On Tuesday, Gadsden Mayor Craig Ford was notified that the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) had awarded the city more than $325,000 to develop a new comprehensive safety action plan. The funds, which require a 20% local match, will creat...
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Posted on: October 30, 2023
Gadsden Mayor Craig Ford invites residents and stakeholders to join him for a public conversation about the state of the city of Gadsden on the first anniversary of his inauguration. On Tuesday, Nov. 7, at 6 p.m., at The Venue at Coosa Landing, the mayor ...
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Posted on: October 24, 2023
On Tuesday, Gadsden Mayor Craig Ford announced the City of Gadsden will host “Christmas on the Coosa,” a 21-day ice skating winter experience beginning Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. The temporary ice rink will be located at 344 1st Street in...
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Posted on: October 19, 2023
The Northeast Alabama Regional Airport will hold its third annual fly-in, featuring planes from around the country, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023.
The event offers a chance for aviation enthusiasts and the public to meet pilots and see the...
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Posted on: September 22, 2023
The City of Gadsden will soon be one of 12 cities in the state with a Safe Haven Baby Box, where infants can be surrendered safely and anonymously.
“Surrendering a newborn baby is a tremendously difficult decision, and if someone has decided to t...
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Posted on: September 20, 2023
Gadsden Mayor Craig Ford announced the city had been awarded an $800,000 grant from federal transportation funds to improve sidewalks downtown. The notification from Governor Kay Ivey cited specific improvements along Chestnut Street and 6th Street.
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Posted on: August 29, 2023
The Gadsden Museum of Art has four new exhibitions opening Friday and will host a reception for all exhibitions during the upcoming First Friday.
Artists Heather Baumbach and Tracie Hayes have collaborated on the show “Though Entry is Barred&...
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Posted on: August 2, 2023
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is proposing to provide a six-lane roadway from the end of the Coosa River Bridge to the intersection of State Route (SR) 1 (US-431) and SR-74 (US-278) in Gadsden, Alabama. It is anticipated that the projec...
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Posted on: July 25, 2023
On Tuesday, Gadsden Mayor Craig Ford announced he has struck a deal with Regions Bank to transform its property at 200 Broad Street into a new city hall complex. The city will purchase the 28,000-square foot building and more than 1.8 acres for $2.8 milli...
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Posted on: July 31, 2023
The Gadsden Museum of Art will host openings for all new exhibitions featuring five artists from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 4.
The Gadsden Museum of Art welcomes recent Masters graduates Molly Lay and Kole Nichols from the University of Alabama. &nb...
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Posted on: July 20, 2023
The Alabama Department of Transportation will be holding an additional open house public involvement meeting for project RACR-028-759-002-PE, proposing to construct the Gadsden Eastern Connector extending Alabama 759 to the intersection of U.S. 278 and U....
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Posted on: July 20, 2023
Craig L. Scott, Director of the Gadsden Public Library, was recently voted president-elect of the Alabama Library Association (ALLA) and will lead the organization next year.
He was voted as president-elect by librarians and library paraprofessio...
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Posted on: July 19, 2023
On Tuesday, the Gadsden Civil Service Board unanimously approved a request from Mayor Craig Ford’s office to remove an outdated rule that had prevented new police officers and firefighters from applying to work for the City of Gadsden. ...
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Posted on: July 14, 2023
On Friday, Gadsden Mayor Craig Ford announced receipt of two grant offers from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to rehabilitate and repair the Northeast Alabama Regional Airport’s main runway.
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Posted on: July 12, 2023
On Tuesday, Derek Mummert was officially confirmed as the new Director of the Gadsden-Etowah Emergency Management Agency. Mummert, who has been an Emergency Management Specialist in Gadsden for two years, brings more than 15 years of public service experi...
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Posted on: June 21, 2023
On Wednesday, Ultra Safe Nuclear Corporation (USNC) announced their selection of Gadsden, Alabama as the location of the company’s Micro-Modular Reactor (MMR®) assembly plant.
The highly automated facility will manufacture, asse...
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Posted on: June 15, 2023
On Monday, the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission awarded the state’s first 21 licenses for medical cannabis operations. The City of Gadsden’s medical cannabis industrial recruitment campaign this past fall paid off with the awarding ...
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Posted on: June 28, 2023
The Gadsden-Etowah Patriots Association and the City of Gadsden will present the annual Independence Day fireworks show at 9 p.m. Tuesday, July 4.
The Fourth of July tradition draws thousands of spectators, and the City has contributed more funding this ye...
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Posted on: June 8, 2023
The Homeless Coalition of Northeast Alabama will be holding Project Homeless Connect From 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at 210 at the Tracks.
Free on-site services include:
- Employment resources
- Benefit applicatoins
- Haircuts
- Domestic Violence Assis...
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Posted on: May 31, 2023
The Gadsden Museum of Art will host all new exhibitions featuring 15 artists throughout June with an opening reception on Friday, June 2 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
"Embodied: Contemporary Takes on the Dress" is a collaborative exhibition of thirteen a...
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Posted on: May 16, 2023
Beginning Wednesday, May 17, 2023, South 11th Street will be closed to thru traffic from Randall Street to Black Creek Parkway.
The section of road is being closed as utility work has been completed and reconstruction is set to begin.
Drivers traveling thro...
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Posted on: April 21, 2023
The City of Gadsden Fire Department is partnering with Gadsden City High School and the Etowah County School System to provide a new Career and Technical Education (CTE) program for seniors, beginning next year with the class of 2024.
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Posted on: April 18, 2023
On Tuesday, the Gadsden City Council and YMCA of the Coosa Valley board of directors approved the sale of the YMCA property on Walnut Street to the city, a deal which will allow the YMCA to satisfy its financial obligations.
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Posted on: March 13, 2023
Tickets are now on sale for the first Mayor's Memorial Day Bash at the Mort Glosser Amphitheater in Downtown Gadsden, featuring Eddie Montgomery of Montgomery Gentry.
The event will be held on Saturday, May 27, 2023, and there will be food trucks,...
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Posted on: April 14, 2023
On Friday, nearly 200 employees from the City of Gadsden fanned out across the city to clean up litter. After spending several hours working at 30 different sites, the workers were able to remove 11,280 pounds (5.64 tons) of trash and debris.
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Posted on: April 6, 2023
On April 15 and 16, Noccalula Falls Park will be filled with nearly 100 arts and crafts vendors for the spring edition of Art on the Rocks.
Some of the most beautiful hand-made items around will be on display in the paid portion of the park from vendors sh...
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Posted on: April 5, 2023
Gadsden Mayor Craig Ford announced the city has added an Eastern Grey Kangaroo to the petting zoo at Noccalula Falls Park and Campground. This is the first marsupial to reside at the park, and it is the beginning of the city’s efforts to diversi...
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Posted on: March 21, 2023
Downtown Gadsden, Inc. and the City of Gadsden are partnering to address 23 high-risk trees located along Broad Street. After a tree recently fell on Broad Street, Downtown Gadsden, Inc. contracted local ISA Master Arborist Lee McBride to survey the 83 tr...
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Posted on: March 14, 2023
Gadsden Mayor Craig Ford announced the city is beginning construction on a project to increase accessibility and safety down to the gorge at Noccalula Falls Park. The city will install 8-foot timber steps with landings in an effort to improve pedestrian a...
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Posted on: March 10, 2023
Gadsden Mayor Craig Ford has announced the successful relocation of the Darden Rehabilitation Foundation to the former Etowah County Board of Education site. The deal was facilitated by the Gadsden-Etowah Industrial Development Authority in an effort to h...
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Posted on: March 3, 2023
Gadsden Mayor Craig Ford and the City Council would like to invite everyone who lives and works in the city to the upcoming Launch Event for our city’s comprehensive plan, “GROW Gadsden.”
The Comprehensive Plan is an...
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Posted on: March 1, 2023
On Tuesday, the Gadsden City Council approved tax incentives to locate a company at the old steel mill site in Alabama City, also known as the Gadsden Industrial Park.
Magneco/Metrel of Deerfield, Ill., and Negley, Ohio, will be investing more th...
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Posted on: February 15, 2023
On the heels of the first new city administration in nearly two decades, state senator Andrew Jones from Cherokee County has announced plans to cut city services in Gadsden and 25 other municipalities around Alabama.
The bill will cut $15 million...
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Posted on: February 13, 2023
The City of Gadsden is offering an Amnesty Court day on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. The court office will remain open through lunch for Amnesty.
The amnesty program provides an opportunity for those with certain...
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Posted on: February 13, 2023
MIERCOLES 22 DE MARZO DEL 2023
La ciudad de Gadsden está ofreciendo en la corte de la comunidad un día de amnistía para el miércoles 22 de marzo del 2023, de 8:00 am a 4:00 pm. La corte estará abierta ...
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Posted on: February 17, 2023
The time of the regular Gadsden City Council meeting to be held on February 21, 2023, has been changed to:
Pre-council work session - 1:00 p.m.
City Council meeting – 2:00 p.m.
The location is the same: Gadsden City Hall, 90 Broad Street.
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Posted on: February 1, 2023
Beginning Jan. 30, 2023, due to the construction and closure of S. 11th Street from Randall St. to Black Creek Pkwy, the trolley stop on Van Buren Ave. (Bethel United Baptist Church) and the stop located at 1507 S. 11th St. (old Wood Bros Grocery) will no...
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Posted on: January 27, 2023
The Gadsden Museum of Art will be hosting a reception for five new exhibitions from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3: Melissa Tubbs – “Andrea Palladio: Shaping American Architecture,” Autumn Baugh – “Pink F...
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Posted on: January 26, 2023
Beginning Monday, Jan. 30, 2023, South 11th Street will be closed to thru traffic from Randall Street to Black Creek Parkway as reconstruction work on the road moves into a new phase.
Drivers traveling through the area should use Randall Street, Hickory St...
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Posted on: January 19, 2023
Temporary Bridge Closure
Weather permitting; the Broad Street Bridge will be closed for inspection on January 28, 2023. The bridge will be closed at approximately 7 a.m. and will reopen after completion of the inspection.
Lane Closures
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Posted on: January 13, 2023
On Thursday, Gadsden Mayor Craig Ford was notified the State of Alabama had awarded the city more than $400,000 to ease congestion at a major intersection near the Meighan bridge. The funds will be used to reconfigure the turning lanes at the intersection...
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Posted on: December 30, 2022
The Gadsden Museum of Art will be hosting an opening reception and artists’ panel discussion titled “Expanded Practice” from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 7, 2023. The panel will be conducted by UAB professor Doug...
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Posted on: December 15, 2022
The City of Gadsden’s 2023 event calendar is filling up as the city has approved the sponsorship of more than seven fishing tournaments at Coosa Landing. The tournaments booked to date reflect up to 1,000 additional boats that will zip anglers a...
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Posted on: December 9, 2022
The City of Gadsden is announcing new special transit fares to better serve senior citizens and those on Medicaid, along with announcing a public meeting concerning trolley routes.
“This is an effort to assist our citizens on a fixed in...
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Posted on: December 6, 2022
Gadsden’s Christmas parade has been rescheduled for 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 15, Gadsden Mayor Craig Ford has announced. The rescheduling comes after the Gadsden Kiwanis club canceled its Christmas parade, which was previously scheduled for the ...
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Posted on: December 1, 2022
In an effort to improve emergency response, the Gadsden-Etowah County Emergency Management Agency is holding free training classes for citizens next year, and sign-up is open.
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Posted on: November 30, 2022
On Tuesday, the Etowah County Commission and Gadsden Mayor Craig Ford announced their intent to establish a new partnership through the Gadsden-Etowah Industrial Development Authority, which will further improve economic development efforts in Etowah Coun...
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Posted on: November 23, 2022
Last week, the Gadsden Civil Service Board approved the promotion of Jeff Morris to assistant chief of the Gadsden Fire Department.
After 31 years of service, Mr. Morris now makes history as the City of Gadsden’s first Black assistant f...
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Posted on: November 21, 2022
The City of Gadsden is rolling out the red carpet for medical cannabis businesses interested in locating in Gadsden. To assist with managing the influx of inquiries pouring in, Gadsden Mayor Craig Ford has appointed a task team of individuals charged with...
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Posted on: November 14, 2022
The Gadsden Fire Department is accepting donations for its annual Toys from Santa program. The program helps children and families in Gadsden have a Merry Christmas through collection and distribution of donations.
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Posted on: November 15, 2022
From 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, November 19, the Gadsden Museum of Art will host an Opening Reception and Artist Talk for Sara Garden Armstrong’s Threads and Layers, located in the Main and Courtyard Galleries on the first floor of the museum. A...
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Posted on: November 14, 2022
The City of Gadsden’s new administration is taking steps to address concerns about unhoused and uncontrolled animals in the City through a new advisory group.
“In an effort to determine the best options for alleviating these concerns, I...
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Posted on: November 9, 2022
The City of Gadsden has received $597,000 after selling property downtown to the Alabama Cancer Care Network for the development of a new cancer care center.
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Posted on: October 27, 2022
Gadsden’s new mayor, council, and school board members will be sworn in at a public inauguration event on Monday, November 7, 2022 at The Venue at Coosa Landing. The program will begin at 10:00 a.m. and the public is encouraged to attend.
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Posted on: October 26, 2022
One of the most popular features at Noccalula Falls Park will soon be in operation again as new, electric trains are being installed.
As the final touches on the new track construction is completed, the paid portion of the park remains closed until Christm...
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Posted on: October 12, 2022
The Gadsden Fire Department is conducting annual fire hydrant testing to ensure that hydrants are working properly. The testing sometimes can cause a slight discoloration of the water that should go away within a few days.
Fire Marshal Jason Talton said th...
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Posted on: October 6, 2022
The closure of Noccalula Falls Park has been extended, and the Park will remain closed after Oct. 8 to allow for the continued construction of new train tracks.
The park will open temporarily from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 8, for the Tr...
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Posted on: October 4, 2022
Make plans to join Downtown Gadsden from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Oct. 7 for the final First Friday of 2022!
Classic cars will fill Broad Street, live music will emanate from locations on the sidewalk, and food vendors will tempt with cool drinks and tasty trea...
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Posted on: October 3, 2022
It’s that time! The Etowah County Health Department will be giving flu vaccines at North Glencoe Baptist Church (1119 Chastain Blvd, Gadsden –US Hwy 431), from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, October 4, 2022.
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Posted on: October 3, 2022
In a partnership between the Gadsden Fire Department and the Gadsden/Etowah EMA, Gadsden firefighters will soon be notified of emergency calls by a new “fire alerting system.”
This state-of-the-art system, which is custom designed to me...
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Posted on: September 23, 2022
On Friday, Oct. 7, the Gadsden Museum of Art will host an opening reception for the following exhibits: artists Shaun Roberts’ Archetypes and Eternal Stories, located on the second floor Barbara Reed gallery, and Pamela Venz’s Portrait...
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Posted on: September 22, 2022
Due to the ongoing construction of new train tracks, Noccalula Falls Park will close for nearly two weeks starting Monday, Sept. 26, 2022.
The park will reopen on Saturday, Oct. 8, for the Trick or Treat Village from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., which will take plac...
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Posted on: September 2, 2022
Gadsden Transportation Services has announced the resumption of transit fares on October 3, 2022, as well as a new, smartphone-based option for purchasing fare passes.
GTS would like to inform all passengers that beginning on Monday, October 3, we will res...
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Posted on: September 15, 2022
The Gadsden Transportation fixed route system (trolleys) will be altering routes on Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022, to help get people to their voting locations for the municipal election.
Please be aware that two of the voting locations cannot be serviced on tha...
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Posted on: August 26, 2022
On Friday, Sept. 2, the Gadsden Museum of Art will host an opening reception for the following exhibits: Cynthia Wagner’s Finding A Way Home on the first-floor Main Gallery and Phoebe Burns’ The Angry Black Women/ A Black Hole In A Whi...
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Posted on: August 15, 2022
The Gadsden Transportation fixed route system (trolleys) will be altering routes on Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2022, to help get people to their voting locations for the municipal election.
Please be aware that two of the voting locations cannot be serviced on that...
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Posted on: August 10, 2022
Dozens of community members turned out Tuesday as the City of Gadsden and Gadsden State Community College cut the ribbon on Phase I of the new Gadsden Sports Park.
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Posted on: August 4, 2022
There will be a ribbon cutting for Phase I of the Gadsden Sports Park at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2022, if weather permits.
The sports park is located next to Gadsden State Community College.
Phase I of the project turned the former fisheries area into th...
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Posted on: July 29, 2022
PUBLIC NOTICE
The City of Gadsden Community Development Department will hold a public hearing on August 3, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers within Gadsden City Hall to hear citizen comments concerning the 2021 Consolidated Annual Performance and E...
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Posted on: July 22, 2022
On Friday, Aug. 5, the Gadsden Museum of Art will have an opening reception for the following exhibits: Joi West will be featured in the first-floor Leo Reynolds Gallery with their show Southern Faces, and Associate Professor Sarah Miles’ show t...
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Posted on: July 20, 2022
For the second year in a row, Twin Bridges Golf Club will be playing host to the Alabama Open sponsored by the City of Gadsden.
The 2022 Alabama Open is organized by the PGA’s Alabama-NW Florida Section and brings a mix of PGA professionals, the ...
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Posted on: June 29, 2022
The City of Gadsden's online Garbage Payment portal will be down on July 26, 2022, for a system upgrade.
Residents can make payments on the 1st floor of City Hall or via phone: Visa, Mastercard or Discover Card accepted, 256-549-4620 or ...
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Posted on: June 20, 2022
Gadsden, AL – The following announcement was released by the Gadsden Airport Authority on Friday, June 17:
At its regular monthly meeting, the Gadsden Airport Authority, along with the Alabama National Guard, announced its intention to expand and...
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Posted on: June 15, 2022
The general public is hereby given notice of changes with the fixed route service for the City of Gadsden.
Beginning on July 2, 2022, all fixed route service will be suspended on Saturdays until further notice.
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Posted on: June 13, 2022
Warm temperatures with high humidity values will lead to heat indices approaching 100-107 degrees for all of Etowah County, each afternoon through Friday.
The Heat Index is a measure of how hot it really feels when relative humidity is f...
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Posted on: June 8, 2022
Due to the beginning of qualifying for municipal elections, the Gadsden City Council meeting and pre-council work session scheduled for Tuesday, June 14, 2022, has been changed to Monday, June 13, 2022.
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Posted on: June 1, 2022
Gadsden, AL – The City of Gadsden has approved another improvement at The Venue at Coosa Landing that will support local economic development efforts, entrepreneurship and innovation in Gadsden and Etowah County.
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Posted on: May 26, 2022
The City of Gadsden is participating in the Summer Food Service Program in cooperation with the Alabama State Department of Education and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Meals will be provided to all children without charge.
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Posted on: May 18, 2022
The Kansas City Barbeque Society has announced that its third annual KCBS World Invitational Barbeque Competition, presented by Smithfield, will be held at Gadsden’s Noccalula Falls Park and Campground on Nov. 11-13, 2022.
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Posted on: May 12, 2022
MONTGOMERY— Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded $400,000 in federal COVID Relief Funds to the city of Gadsden.
The grant is part of the $40 million in Community Development Block Grant funds allocated to Alabama under the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief an...
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Posted on: May 4, 2022
Gadsden, AL – The Alabama Department of Transportation formally announced the funding of the Gadsden Eastern Connector, a project formerly known as the Interstate 759 extension, at a meeting of the Gadsden/Etowah Metropolitan Planning O...
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Posted on: April 29, 2022
Kick off Mother’s Day weekend with an event that is perfect for the entire family when First Friday rolls into Downtown Gadsden on May 6. After a great season starter last month, once again Broad Street will be filled with classic cars, food ven...
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Posted on: April 21, 2022
Gadsden, AL – The search for a drowning victim in the Coosa River has come to an end following a recovery Thursday afternoon.
Around 4:05 p.m., first responders located a body matching the description of the drowning victim in the search area sou...
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Posted on: April 20, 2022
At approximately 5:21 p.m. on Saturday, April 16, 2022, units were dispatched to a call regarding a person in the water near Coosa Landing (200 Lake Street, Gadsden, AL 35903).
Upon arrival, Gadsden Fire Department and Gadsden Police Department immediately...
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Posted on: March 25, 2022
The Gadsden Museum of Art will be hosting an opening reception on April 1 for "Winter Light" by Amy R. Peterson, "Mirror Muir: The Cumberland Mountains" by Katie Hargrave and Meredith Lynn, and "Fermentation" by Chi...
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Posted on: March 25, 2022
While Friday, April 1, is April Fool’s Day, there’s no fooling going on in Downtown Gadsden. The long-awaited return for First Friday is finally here and Broad Street will be filled with classic cars, food vendors and live music.
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Posted on: March 23, 2022
The City of Gadsden is offering an Amnesty Court day on April 20, 2022, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The amnesty program provides an opportunity for those with certain municipal court charges to clear their cases without concern of being ph...
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Posted on: March 15, 2022
Gadsden Transportation Service (DART and trolley) will require masks through April 18, 2022.
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has extended the face mask requirement for all transportation networks, including public transportation, through April...
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Posted on: March 2, 2022
Gadsden, AL – Yesterday, the City of Gadsden cut the ribbon on the new East Gadsden Community Center.
“I’m proud that this community center is finished for the citizens, and I’d like to thank the City Counci...
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Posted on: March 1, 2022
The Gadsden Museum of Art will have the following shows on display starting March 4th: “Mirror Muir: The Cumberland Mountains” in the main gallery, “Winter Light,” by Amy R Peterson in the Courtyard and Pi...
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Posted on: February 25, 2022
The City of Gadsden is excited to announce the opening of the East Gadsden Community Center, and we will hold a brief ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, March 1, to officially open the facility to the public.
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Posted on: February 11, 2022
The City of Gadsden is constantly working to improve the infrastructure of our city for the health, safety and benefit of citizens and visitors.
The City currently has 29 general construction projects in various stages of completion.
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Posted on: February 8, 2022
The City of Gadsden is moving forward with plans to construct a new facility in the Alabama City community.
Preliminary designs are currently underway to construct a new 10,000 – 13,000 sq. ft. Senior Wellness Center, and plans are to h...
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Posted on: February 10, 2022
The Broad Street bridge will be closed temporarily for regular inspection on Sunday, February 13, 2022.
The bridge will be closed at approximately 12 p.m. and will reopen after completion of the inspection.
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Posted on: January 26, 2022
The Gadsden Museum of Art will have the following shows on display starting Feb. 1: Reflections: An Introspective Journey Exploring Identity by Jill Hamrick in the main gallery, Red Earth Invocation by John Jahni Moore in the 2nd floor ...
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Posted on: January 13, 2022
Fans of the Food Network will soon see some familiar scenery as the City of Gadsden’s annual Smoke on the Falls BBQ Competition will be highlighted by the network.
Smoke on the Falls is one of six competitions nationwide that will be featured on ...
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Posted on: January 10, 2022
The Gadsden Fire Department would like to thank all who made the 2021 Toys from Santa Program a success.
This year, the program was able to help more than 230 children in Etowah County receive gifts this Christmas season.
Monetary and toy donations from cou...
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Posted on: January 3, 2022
The Gadsden Museum of Art will have the following shows on display starting January 1: Feeling Unreal by Ann Trondson in the main gallery and the Piano gallery and Elisabeth Pellathy located in the Leo Reynold’s gallery. An art performance by An...
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Posted on: December 20, 2021
On Friday, Dec. 17, 2021, the Gadsden Airport Authority voted to reject proposals from Pilgrim's Pride and the Etowah Community Group concerning industrial development at the Gadsden Airport.
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Posted on: December 15, 2021
The new Gadsden Sports Park is entering its second phase of development following the Gadsden City Council’s approval of bids at Tuesday’s meeting.
The project is a long-term partnership between the City and Gadsden State Community Coll...
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Posted on: December 9, 2021
Gadsden, AL – On Nov. 18, 2021, a Notice of Violation and Intent to File Suit under the Clean Water Act was announced.
Today, during the pre-litigation meeting, an attorney with the Super Law Group, a New York City law firm which represents Advance Etowah,...
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Posted on: December 8, 2021
The City of Gadsden has partnered with local nonprofit Never Surrender on the Pink Can Project, an opportunity to get a pink garbage can while supporting breast cancer awareness.
The cost of the pink garbage cans are $95 with $25 going to Never Surrender.
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Posted on: December 6, 2021
Gadsden Transportation Service (DART and trolley) will require masks through March 18, 2022.
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has extended the face mask requirement for all transportation networks, including public transportation, through March...
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Posted on: November 23, 2021
As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, Downtown Gadsden, Inc would like to remind everyone of the importance of shopping and dining local this season. The traditional post-turkey shopping frenzy known as Black Friday can feel overwhelming and impersonal....
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Posted on: November 23, 2021
The Gadsden Museum of Art will have the following shows on display starting December 3: Feeling Unreal by Ann Trondson in the main gallery and the Piano gallery, Elisabeth Pellathy located in the Leo Reynold’s gallery, The Annual FOCUS Photograp...
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Posted on: October 27, 2021
The City of Gadsden’s Vaccinate Gadsden incentive ended earlier this month, and 1,656 residents took part in the program and were vaccinated against COVID-19.
The program, which was a partnership between the City of Gadsden, the Gadsden-Etowah Em...
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Posted on: October 20, 2021
Calcean Minerals and Materials, LLC, headquartered in Gadsden, Alabama, is expanding their bioplastics manufacturing capacities.
The expansion of the BioPlastics Division of Calcean Minerals and Materials, LLC, will include an investment of $7 mi...
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Posted on: October 15, 2021
The Gadsden City Council held a work session at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 19, 2021, by teleconference.
The regular City Council meeting was conducted at 11:00 a.m. by teleconference.
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Posted on: October 8, 2021
The Gadsden City Council canceled a scheduled Public Safety Committee meeting at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, October 12, 2021, by teleconference.
A work session was held at 10:00 a.m. by teleconference, and the regular City Council meeting was conducted at 11:00...
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Posted on: September 29, 2021
The Gadsden Fire Department will be conducting annual fire hydrant testing in October to ensure that hydrants are working properly. The testing sometimes can cause a slight discoloration of the water that should go away within a few days.
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Posted on: October 1, 2021
The Gadsden City Council held a work session at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 5, 2021, by teleconference.
The regular City Council meeting was conducted at 11:00 a.m. by teleconference.
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Posted on: October 1, 2021
The City of Gadsden and community partners are joining to dedicate Dr. Clarence Underwood Jr. Park on Tuesday in honor of the distinguished Gadsden native.
A dedication and ribbon cutting will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2021, at the park across fro...
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Posted on: September 30, 2021
It’s that time! The Etowah County Health Department will be giving flu vaccines at North Glencoe Baptist Church (1119 Chastain Blvd, Gadsden –US Hwy 431), on Tuesday, October 5, 2021 from 7a.m. – 3 p.m.
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Posted on: September 29, 2021
Earlier this year, the Alabama League of Municipalities (ALM) announced the creation of its Economic Development Academy and launched the application portal via its website.
The following 30 communities will form the inaugural class on November 1 in Montgo...
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Posted on: September 28, 2021
On Friday, October 1, Downtown Gadsden will wrap up the 2021 First Friday season with a festive fall gathering from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Broad Street will be lined with classic cars along the interior lanes as well as in the regular parking slots.
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Posted on: September 24, 2021
The Gadsden City Council held a Community Development Committee meeting at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, September 28, 2021, by teleconference.
The work session was conducted at 10:00 a.m. by teleconference.
The regular City Council meeting was conducted at 11:00 a...
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Posted on: September 17, 2021
The Gadsden City Council held a work session at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 21, 2021, by teleconference.
The regular City Council meeting was conducted at 11:00 a.m. by teleconference.
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Posted on: September 15, 2021
The City of Gadsden's C&D Landfill will be temporarily closed until further notice due to mechanical equipment issues beyond the City's control.
For more information, please call Public Works at 256-549-4706.
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Posted on: September 13, 2021
The Gadsden City Council held a work session at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 14, 2021, by teleconference.
The regular City Council meeting was conducted at 11:00 a.m. by teleconference.
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Posted on: September 8, 2021
The Animal Habitat inside Noccalula Falls Park will reopen Friday, Sept. 10, 2021, after having been closed for more than four months.
To celebrate the reopening, the first 100 visitors to the Animal Habitat on Saturday, Sept. 11, will receive a free Frios...
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Posted on: September 7, 2021
The Gadsden Water Works will be repairing a water main under the roadway on Noccalula Road (Highway 211) near the intersection of Harts Avenue.
The outside, southbound lane will be closed while the required maintenance is performed, so traffic de...
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Posted on: September 3, 2021
The Gadsden City Council held a work session at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 7, 2021, by teleconference.
The regular City Council meeting was conducted at 11:00 a.m. by teleconference.
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Posted on: August 27, 2021
The Gadsden City Council will held a work session at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 31, 2021, by teleconference.
The regular City Council meeting was conducted at 11:00 a.m. by teleconference.
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Posted on: August 27, 2021
The Gadsden Museum of Art has a new exhibit opening Friday, Sept. 3, 2021, featuring the well-known local artist Ethel Barker.
"The works we have on display are left from her estate and are available for purchase," said GMA gallery coordinator Au...
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Posted on: July 20, 2021
As part of a new effort to increase COVID-19 vaccination rates, the City of Gadsden is launching “Vaccinate Gadsden,” an incentive that offers residents of Gadsden $100 to get vaccinated.
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Posted on: August 23, 2021
Gadsden Transportation Service (DART and trolley) will require masks through January 18, 2022.
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has extended the face mask requirement for all transportation networks, including public transportation, through Jan...
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Posted on: August 20, 2021
The City has received reports that someone claiming to be from the Community Development Department has called citizens and offered money after receiving a copy of their driver’s license and social security card.
This is a scam. The Community Dev...
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Posted on: August 17, 2021
Gadsden, AL – The City of Gadsden is pleased to announce the opening of Park Boulevard, a new road connecting the Coosa Landing boat launch facility with The Venue at Coosa Landing.
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Posted on: August 16, 2021
Below is information for the August payment dates:
August 18 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Posted on: July 28, 2021
Due to the rise in the Covid-19 variant, Gadsden Transit Services are continuing to operate under the following:
- Face masks are required by federal law and are to be worn at all times. Failure to comply will result in denial of boarding or removal, and may...
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Posted on: July 26, 2021
In a tournament that came down to the last hole, Steven Setterstrom won the 2021 Alabama Open at Twin Bridges Golf Club in Gadsden on Sunday, July 25, 2021.
Setterstrom, who is from Mobile, birdied the final two holes to claim a one-shot win (-20) over For...
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Posted on: July 21, 2021
Some of the top golfers in the state will be in Gadsden this week as Twin Bridges Golf Club plays host to the 2021 Alabama Open sponsored by the City of Gadsden.
The event is organized by the PGA’s Alabama-NW Florida Section and brings a mix of P...
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Posted on: July 16, 2021
On Tuesday, the federal Office of Management and Budget released its 2020 Standards for Delineating Core Based Statistical Areas, and the City of Gadsden will retain its status as a Metropolitan Statistical Area.
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Posted on: July 7, 2021
The City of Gadsden is set to receive a little more than $24 million in Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Funds, which are part of the American Rescue Plan Act.
These funds are intended to provide support for local governments in responding to the economic...
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Posted on: June 24, 2021
The Gadsden Museum of Art will have the following shows on display starting July 2: Mountain Thinking by Amanda Agricola in the Hallway space, and a Charity Auction for the American Heart Association, with remaining exhibits: Adventure of Discovery by Chl...
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Posted on: June 18, 2021
Gadsden’s Fehrer Automotive was among the companies honored on Thursday, June 17, 2021, at the AlabamaGermany Partnership’s 23rd Annual Celebration Dinner in Birmingham because of their recent investments and expansion.
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Posted on: June 16, 2021
The City of Gadsden announces the launch of a new website that allows citizens to submit items online to the city's Building Department.
The application section of the site enables citizens to apply for permits, plans, licenses and more.
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Posted on: June 15, 2021
The Gadsden-Etowah Metropolitan Planning Organization (GEMPO) has initiated efforts to develop the 2045 Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) to meet the area's transportation needs over the next 25 years.
You are invited to attend a public inform...
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Posted on: June 9, 2021
Gadsden, AL – Fehrer Automotive held an official opening and ribbon cutting for a new expansion at its Gadsden plant on Wednesday, June 9, 2021, marking continued growth for one of Etowah County's largest manufacturers.
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Posted on: June 4, 2021
Over the past four years, the Gadsden/Etowah County Emergency Management Agency has been working on a major extension of the AlertEtowah warning system, with the help of the Baron Critical Weather Institute.
This particular project includes the installati...
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Posted on: June 3, 2021
The Gadsden Museum of Art will have the following shows on display starting June 4, 2021: Adventure of Discovery by Chloe Ward in the courtyard galleries; Christic Thread by Brad Norris, located in the Leo Reynolds gallery; A Life of Art by Miria...
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Posted on: May 26, 2021
The Local Farmers Market is kicking off again Friday, May 28, 2021, bringing locally grown and made products to the 5th Street Market.
The Farmers Market will be held from 7 a.m. until noon every Friday throughout the summer at the 5th Street Market, locat...
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Posted on: May 24, 2021
Beginning Tuesday, May 25, 2021, all who require their second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine should report to the Etowah County Health Department located at 709 E. Broad Street, Gadsden, AL 35903.
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Posted on: May 21, 2021
The City of Gadsden is participating in the Summer Food Service Program in cooperation with the Alabama State Department of Education and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Meals will be provided to all children 18 and under without charge.
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Posted on: May 20, 2021
The date of the May board meeting of
THE GADSDEN AIRPORT AUTHORITY
will be Friday, May 21, 2021
at the Airport Fire Station #2
Noon- 1:00 p.m.
5121 Airport Road
Gadsden, AL 35906
Building #3
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Posted on: May 5, 2021
Gadsden, AL – If you’re looking to see and interact with all kinds of vehicles, The Venue at Coosa Landing is hosting a Touch-A-Truck event from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, May 16.
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Posted on: May 4, 2021
Gadsden, AL – The City of Gadsden has announced a plan to purchase new trains for Noccalula Falls Park, ensuring that one of the most popular features at the park remains capable of serving visitors for years to come.
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Posted on: May 2, 2021
Gadsden, AL – The petting zoo at Noccalula Falls Park suffered significant damage during an early-morning fire today, and the park is closed until further notice.
Gadsden Fire Chief Wil Reed said a fire was reported at the park by a pass...
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Posted on: April 30, 2021
The City of Gadsden’s mask order for city facilities will expire at 4:30 p.m. today, Mayor Sherman Guyton announced on Friday, April 30, 2021.
The policy, which was put in place after the expiration of Alabama’s state mask mandate earli...
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Posted on: April 23, 2021
The Gadsden Museum of Art will have the following shows on display starting May 4th: “Plastisphere” by Kristen Regan in the courtyard galleries, “Tales From The Brambly Thicket” by Tracie Noles-Ross located in the Leo Reynolds gallery, “A Life of Art” by ...
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Posted on: April 16, 2021
City Attorney Lee Roberts has released the following statement:
The Mayor in his statement during the council meeting on Tuesday did not accuse Christie Knowles of having stolen documents from the IDA. It would have been wrong had he done so because there ...
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Posted on: April 6, 2021
Gadsden, AL – Gadsden Mayor Sherman Guyton announced Tuesday that the mask order for city facilities and transportation services will be extended until Friday, April 30, 2021, even after state orders may expire.
Gov. Kay Ivey has said t...
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Posted on: April 1, 2021
The City of Gadsden is offering an Amnesty Court day on April 7, 2021 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. The amnesty program provides an opportunity for those with certain municipal court charges to clear their cases without concern of being p...
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Posted on: April 1, 2021
Due to the Good Friday holiday on April 2, 2021, no Gadsden transportation services, DART or trolleys will run. Services will resume on April 3, 2021.
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Posted on: March 26, 2021
The City of Gadsden's C&D Landfill will be closed Friday, March 26, 2021, throughout the weekend after being impacted by flooding from recent heavy rains.
For more information, please call Public Works at 256-549-4706.
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Posted on: March 23, 2021
The Haralson Avenue Architectural Review Board will hold a meeting at the following time, location, and purpose:
March 25, 2021
5:30 p.m.
641 Haralson Avenue
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Posted on: March 23, 2021
Councilman Kent Back will conduct a District 4 community meeting at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 24, 2021, at First Baptist Church of Gadsden in the Family Life Center, located at 235 S. 5th Street.
Please plan to attend this important meeting.
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Posted on: March 4, 2021
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday issued her twenty-third supplemental emergency proclamation extending the Safer at Home Order that includes a statewide mask requirement. Individuals will be required to wear a mask or other facial cove...
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Posted on: March 4, 2021
The Alabama Department of Transportation has authorized $2 million to initiate the engineering design required for Gadsden’s Eastern Connector, the project previously known as the Interstate 759 extension.
The project will begin on SR-759 at the Coosa Rive...
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Posted on: February 23, 2021
Mayor Sherman Guyton has released the following statement concerning the constitutional amendments proposed by state Sen. Andrew Jones at a press conference on Monday, Feb. 22, 2021:
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Posted on: February 15, 2021
The Gadsden City Council held a work session at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 16, 2021, by teleconference.
The regular City Council meeting was conducted at 11:00 a.m. by teleconference.
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Posted on: February 11, 2021
Gadsden, AL – City Hall will reopen to the public Monday, Feb. 15, 2021.
Previous policies for the safety of the public and city employees will be reinstated, including limits and procedures to encourage social distancing.
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Posted on: February 8, 2021
The Gadsden City Council held a work session at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 9, 2021, by teleconference.
The regular City Council meeting was conducted at 11:00 a.m. by teleconference.
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Posted on: February 3, 2021
Several members of the Gadsden City Council have been appointed to serve on committees for the National League of Cities in 2021.
Dr. Cynthia W. Toles, Deverick Williams, Kent Back and Ben Reed were all elected to one-year terms to provide strategic direct...
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Posted on: January 27, 2021
Gadsden, AL – The City of Gadsden will have 1,000 packages of personal protective equipment available for seniors and low-income families on Friday, Jan. 29, 2021.
The PPE packages will be distributed from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m., or while s...
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Posted on: January 25, 2021
The Gadsden City Council held a work session at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 26, 2021, by teleconference.
The regular City Council meeting was conducted at 11:00 a.m. by teleconference.
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Posted on: January 22, 2021
The Homeless Coalition of Northeast Alabama (HCNEA) will conduct a survey on Wednesday, January 27, 2021, in and around Anniston and Gadsden. HCNEA members and trained volunteers will be conducting a count of homeless individuals and families.
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Posted on: January 21, 2021
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday issued her twenty-second supplemental emergency proclamation extending the Safer at Home Order that includes a statewide mask requirement. Individuals will be required to wear a mask or other f...
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Posted on: January 20, 2021
Gadsden, AL – Koch Foods has announced a nearly $16 million expansion and 135 jobs that will make the company Etowah County’s second-largest business employer.
The company is investing $15.9 million to expand the production line at its Gadsden pou...
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Posted on: January 15, 2021
The Gadsden City Council held a work session at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 19, 2021, by teleconference.
The regular City Council meeting was conducted at 11:00 a.m. by teleconference.
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Posted on: January 11, 2021
The Gadsden City Council held a work session at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, January 12, 2021, by teleconference.
The regular City Council meeting was conducted at 11:00 a.m. by teleconference.
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Posted on: January 7, 2021
Gadsden, AL – Weather permitting, the Broad Street bridge will be closed for regular inspection on Sunday, January 24, 2021.
The bridge will be closed at approximately 7 a.m. and will reopen after completion of the inspection....
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Posted on: January 5, 2021
Mayor Sherman Guyton has released the following statement concerning the potential Pilgrim's Pride project on Steele Station Road.
"I publicly want to thank our state and federal officials, as well as Pilgrim’s Pride, for considerin...
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Posted on: January 4, 2021
Thursday’s drive-thru vaccine clinic will focus on first responders, healthcare frontline providers and healthcare frontline support workers in accordance with state health plans, according to Gadsden-Etowah EMA Director Deborah Gaither.
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Posted on: December 30, 2020
COVID-19 vaccinations began Tuesday for a number of county first responders. Local hospitals are working to vaccinate their employees, while first responders and other health care professionals received their first of two doses of the vaccine at the Etowa...
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Posted on: December 22, 2020
The Alabama Department of Environmental Management has announced a public hearing for proposed air permits for the potential Pilgrim's Pride project on Steele Station Road in Gadsden. The City of Gadsden is pleased to work with ADEM to provide a ...
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Posted on: December 17, 2020
Gadsden, AL – In an effort to continue to keep the public and our staff safe during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Gadsden announces the closure of City Hall effective immediately.
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Posted on: December 15, 2020
The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2020, has been canceled.
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Posted on: December 11, 2020
GADSDEN -- Gadsden and Neely Henry Lake have been selected as a tournament host for the Bassmaster Elite Series in 2021 – a first for the area.
The Bass Anglers Sportsman Society (B.A.S.S.) announced that the tournament will be held from May 6-9 ...
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Posted on: December 10, 2020
Gadsden, AL- In an effort to help the needy children in Etowah County have a Merry Christmas, the Gadsden Fire Department is accepting donations for the Toys from Santa program. Monetary or new, unwrapped toy donations are being accepte...
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Posted on: December 9, 2020
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday issued her twentieth supplemental emergency proclamation extending the Safer at Home Order that includes a statewide mask requirement. Individuals will be required to wear a mask or other faci...
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Posted on: October 15, 2020
Leaders from the City of Gadsden, Kiwanis Club of Gadsden, and other Community Organizations have made the difficult decision to cancel the annual Gadsden Christmas Parade. Through a series of discussions with key stakeholders, it quickly became apparent ...
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Posted on: October 6, 2020
The Gadsden Commercial Development Authority Board of Directors will meet at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 in the Chamber Boardroom One Commerce Square, Gadsden, AL 35901
THE PUBLIC IS INVITED TO ATTEND
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Posted on: October 2, 2020
City staff and officials were joined by community members on Friday, October 2, 2020, at Noccalula Falls Park for a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new botanical gardens. The botanical gardens have many unique features including a pergola, sensory garden,...
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Posted on: September 29, 2020
The Gadsden/Etowah County Emergency Management Agency, in support of the Alabama Department of Public Health, announces the information for the Etowah County Health Department’s annual drive-thru seasonal flu vaccination clinic. The cl...
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Posted on: September 28, 2020
A team of Gadsden Fire Department, Public Works, and Fleet Maint. personnel left today to respond to Hurricane Sally damage. The group will join EMA personnel who are on the scene responding to help those affected by the storm.
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Posted on: September 25, 2020
CITY OF GADSDEN
GADSDEN CITY COUNCIL
The Gadsden City Council will conduct a Special Called Meeting at the following time and location, for the purpose of conducting public hearings and considering resolutions assessing nuisance abatement liens fo...
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Posted on: September 14, 2020
The date of the next board meeting of
THE GADSDEN AIRPORT AUTHORITY
will be:
Friday, September 18, 2020
12:00 Noon
Gadsden Airport Fire Station (#2), Building 3
5121 Airport Road
Gadsden, AL 35904
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Posted on: August 27, 2020
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday issued her seventeenth supplemental emergency proclamation containing an amended Safer at Home Order that includes a statewide mask requirement. Individuals will be required to wear a mask or o...
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Posted on: August 22, 2020
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You are hereby notified that a meeting of the Gadsden City Council’s Public Works Committee will be held at 9:00 a.m., on Tuesday, August 25, 2020, in the Council Chamber, Gadsden City Hall, 90 Broad Street, Gadsden, Alabama. &nb...
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Posted on: August 22, 2020
You are hereby notified that a meeting of the Gadsden City Council’s Public Safety Committee will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 25, 2020, in the Council Chamber, 1st Floor, Gadsden City Hall, 90 Broad Street, Gadsden, Alabama. &nbs...
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Posted on: August 18, 2020
The date of the next board meeting of
THE GADSDEN AIRPORT AUTHORITY
will be:
Friday, August 21, 2020
12:00 Noon
Gadsden Airport Fire Station (#2), Building 3
5121 Airport Road
Gadsden, AL 35904
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Posted on: August 11, 2020
The City of Gadsden and East Alabama Area Health Education Centers (AHEC), are hosting a free Covid-19 hot spot testing clinic on August 20, 2020, from 8 a.m. until noon in the parking lot of Gadsden City High School. A variety of organizations and agenci...
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Posted on: August 11, 2020
You are hereby notified that a meeting of the Gadsden Public Library Board of Trustees will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, August 24, 2020, at the Gadsden Public Library, in the Lena Martin Room 254 College Street, Gadsden, Alabama.
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Posted on: July 29, 2020
Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday issued her fifteenth supplemental emergency proclamation containing an amended Safer at Home Order that includes a statewide mask requirement. Individuals will be required to wear a mask or other facial covering when in publ...
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Posted on: July 21, 2020
The Gadsden City Council will conduct a Special Called meeting at the following time and location, for the purpose of conducting public hearings and considering resolutions assessing nuisance abatement liens for grass cutting work that has alrea...
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Posted on: July 21, 2020
Gadsden, AL- Through collaborative discussions with local merchants, City of Gadsden Officials, and Downtown Gadsden Inc. the popular First Friday event has been canceled for Friday, August 7th, 2020. The Summer Concert...
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Posted on: July 15, 2020
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday issued her fourteenth supplemental emergency proclamation containing an amended Safer at Home Order that includes a statewide mask requirement. Individuals will be required to wear a mask or o...
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Posted on: June 26, 2020
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
OF THE GADSDEN CITY COUNCIL
You are hereby notified that a meeting of the Gadsden City Council’s Public Safety Committee will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 30, 2020, in the Council Chamber, 1st F...
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Posted on: June 17, 2020
Through collaborative discussions with local merchants, City of Gadsden Officials, and Downtown Gadsden Inc. the popular First Friday event has been canceled for Friday, July 3rd, 2020. The Summer Concert Series event scheduled for the same day is also ca...
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Posted on: June 15, 2020
The Etowah County Health Department will be conducting a COVID-19 Testing and Hepatitis-A vaccination drive-through clinic, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., Wednesday, June 17, 2020, at Dwight Baptist Church, located at 520 N. 29th Street in Gadsden.
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Posted on: June 15, 2020
You are hereby notified that a meeting of the Gadsden City Council’s Public Safety Committee will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 16, 2020, in the Council Chamber, 1st Floor, Gadsden City Hall, 90 Broad Street, Gadsden, Alabama.
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Posted on: June 11, 2020
Beginning June 12 some Parks and Recreation Facilities will be open with modified hours.
Noccalula Falls Park & Campground
256-549-4663
Noccalula Park with Train and Petting Zoo
Monday - Thursday 10am-5pm
Friday - Sunday 10am-7pm
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Posted on: June 12, 2020
We regret that due to a reported increase in COVID-19 cases in Etowah County, the GPL will NOT be able to safely open our doors to the public as planned. We apologize for any inconvenience. We remain closed to the public until further ...
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Posted on: June 9, 2020
PUBLIC NOTICE
CITY OF GADSDEN
GADSDEN CITY COUNCIL
This is to advise that until further notice, work sessions of the City Council will be held in the Council Chamber on the first floor.
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Posted on: June 5, 2020
On Tuesday, June 9th, the Gadsden Museum of Art will reopen to the public using proper social distancing procedures. The wearing of mask is encouraged and hand sanitizing stations will be placed throughout the building. Galleries will be open at half capa...
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Posted on: June 4, 2020
Gadsden’s Transportation offerings are being modified due to the COVID-19 pandemic impacts. Starting Monday, June 8th the Gadsden Trolley Service is resuming with modified routes and policies.
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Posted on: June 2, 2020
You are hereby notified that a meeting of the
Gadsden Commercial Development Authority
Board of Directors
will be held at 8:00 a.m.
on Tuesday, June 9th, 2020
in the Chamber Boardroom
One Commerce Square, Gadsden, AL 35903
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Posted on: May 29, 2020
Gadsden, AL- The City of Gadsden is again, participating in the Summer Food Service Program. This program is operated in partnership with the State of Alabama Department of Education and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
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Posted on: May 26, 2020
The regular City Council meeting scheduled for 11:00 a.m. on May 26, 2020, will be held in the Council Chamber on the first floor.
A work session will be conducted at 10:00 a.m., also in the Council Chamber.
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Posted on: May 18, 2020
CITY OF GADSDEN
GADSDEN CITY COUNCIL
The Gadsden City Council meeting scheduled for 11:00 a.m. on May 19, 2020, will be conducted by teleconference.
A work session will be conducted at 10:00 a.m., by teleconference
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Posted on: May 15, 2020
Councilman Jason Wilson will conduct a
District 5 community meeting via webinar
at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, May 18, 2020.
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Posted on: May 13, 2020
The Haralson Avenue Architectural Review Board will hold a meeting via video conferencing at the following time and purpose: May 20, 2020 6:00 p.m.
To consider application for Certificate of Appropriateness presented by:
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Posted on: May 11, 2020
The date of the next board meeting of
THE GADSDEN AIRPORT AUTHORITY
will be:
Friday, May 15, 2020
12:00 Noon
at the FBO
185 Ira Gray Drive
Gadsden, AL 35904
The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the general business issues of the Authority.
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Posted on: May 11, 2020
The regular City Council meeting scheduled for 11:00 a.m. on May 12, 2020, will be held in the Council Chamber on the first floor.
A work session will be conducted at 10:30 a.m., also in the Council Chamber.
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Posted on: May 8, 2020
City Hall will reopen to the public Monday, May 11, 2020. We will have a variety of new procedures and policies in place to ensure the safety of the public and city employees.
Visitors to the second, third, and fourth floors will sign in at floor/departme...
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Posted on: May 7, 2020
PLEASE ANNOUNCE
Councilman Deverick Williams will conduct a
District 2 community meeting via teleconference
at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 7, 2020.
Please click the link below to join the webinar:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81149585948Or iPho...
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Posted on: May 4, 2020
The Gadsden City Council will conduct a work session at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 5, 2020, by teleconference.
The regular City Council meeting will be conducted at 11:00 a.m., by teleconference.
When: May 5, 2020 04:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)&n...
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Posted on: May 4, 2020
District 3 Councilman Thomas Worthy will conduct a community meeting on Tuesday, May 5, 2020, via teleconference at 6:00 p.m.
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Posted on: April 30, 2020
The Turrentine Avenue Architectural Review Board will hold a meeting on May 5, 2020, at 10 a.m. at 515 Turrentine Ave. to consider an application for Certificate of Appropriateness presented by Evelyn L. Brannon regarding 629 Turrentine Avenue:
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Posted on: April 30, 2020
Gadsden, AL- As the City of Gadsden carefully watches the COVID-19 Pandemic and follows the orders from Governor Ivey and the Alabama Public Health Department we are taking steps to safely open some city facilities in a limited way. We are also rescheduli...
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Posted on: April 29, 2020
The Hickory Street Bridge will be closed starting Thursday, April 30 for work connected to the replacement of the bridge. The bridge over Black Creek is located between South 15th Street and Harrison Avenue. A contractor will be performing desig...
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Posted on: April 24, 2020
The Gadsden City Council will conduct a work session at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 28, 2020, by teleconference.
The regular City Council meeting will be conducted at 11:00 a.m., by teleconference.
When: Apr 28, 2020 10:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada)&a...
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Posted on: April 24, 2020
Goodyear has announced in corporate filings and with media confirmation that they intend to permanently close the Goodyear-Gadsden plant. “Our hearts go out to the families of the Goodyear workers who have lost their jobs due to the imminent clo...
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Posted on: April 20, 2020
The Gadsden City Council will conduct a work session at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 21, 2020, by teleconference.
The regular City Council meeting will be conducted at 11:00 a.m., by teleconference.
Register in advance for this webinar:
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Posted on: April 17, 2020
Gadsden, AL - Today marks a month since I joined with leaders across our county to officially proclaim a Public Health Emergency in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Since that time we have been taking every appropriate action to face this unprecedented ...
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Posted on: April 13, 2020
The Gadsden City Council by videoconference on Tuesday, April 14 , 2020. at 11 a.m.
The meeting will be on Facebook Live, Recorded and replayed on City of Gadsden TV and posted to the City of Gadsden’s Youtube Channel
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Posted on: April 13, 2020
Public Works crews from the City of Gadsden are working with Alabama Power crews to safely and quickly address storm damage from the severe weather event Sunday, April 12, 2020. To aid the recovery process please avoid unnecessary in the areas affected by...
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Posted on: April 13, 2020
Damage assessment will begin tomorrow after a complex of storms brought multiple reports of damage in Etowah County. The Gadsden/Etowah County Emergency Management Agency received multiple reports of damage across the county. Agencies from across the coun...
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Posted on: April 6, 2020
How to Wear a Cloth Face Covering
Cloth face coverings should—
- fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face
- be secured with ties or ear loops
- include multiple layers of fabric
- allow for breathing without restriction
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Posted on: April 5, 2020
I want to encourage everyone to follow the CDC’s recommendations to use face coverings to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 Pandemic.
I sat in my vehicle watching people going in and out of a large store in Gadsden this weekend. 53 people came o...
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Posted on: April 3, 2020
CITY OF GADSDEN GADSDEN CITY COUNCIL
This is to notify you that the Gadsden City Council will not conduct its 10:00 a.m. work session on Tuesday, April 7, 2020.
The regular City Council meeting is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. in the Council Chamber, Gadsden Cit...
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Posted on: April 3, 2020
Gadsden, AL - As we continue to respond to the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic I wanted to update you on the City of Gadsden’s response and emphasize the importance of continued action for everyone in our community. Everyone must follo...
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Posted on: April 1, 2020
It is with a profound sense of sadness that the Gadsden/Etowah County Emergency Management Agency can share that we have lost of one of fellow citizens due to COVID-19. Our thoughts and prayers are with the loved ones, family, friends, caregivers, and hea...
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Posted on: April 1, 2020
April 1, 2020 – Today is Census Day, the day that determines who is counted in the 2020 Census and where they are counted.
The U.S. Constitution mandates a census of the population every 10 years. Responding to the 2020 Census is easy, s...
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Posted on: March 30, 2020
Etowah County Covid-19 Drive Through Testing
(Must have a provider referral or
Prescription in hand)
WHEN
April, 1, 2020
10:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m.
While testing supplies last
WHERE
12th Street Baptist Church
800 West Grand Avenue (AL Hwy 77)
Rainbow City, AL 3...
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Posted on: March 30, 2020
Due to COVID 19 concerns, there will be no
City Council work session or meeting on Tuesday, March 31, 2020.
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Posted on: March 27, 2020
As the wave of confirmed COVID-19 cases hits our State and County the City of Gadsden continues to work with local, state, and national partners to take decisive action to save lives. We are facing unprecedented circumstances, and we are taking unpreceden...
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Posted on: March 25, 2020
We have received word of three confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Etowah County. This does not change how we will work or respond to this invisible threat. All area responders and service providers are still committed to the jobs that they do and we will cont...
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Posted on: March 25, 2020
I want the people of Gadsden to know that we are working hard to ensure the continuity of essential services and respond to the many needs created by this unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic. We still do not have a confirmed case of COVID-19 in Etowah County,...
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Posted on: March 24, 2020
Below is a list of resources for local businesses looking for guidance on how to navigate impacts related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Small businesses are encouraged to review information from webinars hosted by the Alabama SBDC Network to help an...
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Posted on: March 23, 2020
The Gadsden City Council is meeting as scheduled tomorrow Tuesday, March 24, 2020, with precautions and limitations to comply with the current public health order and recommendations in light of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.
The 10 a.m. pre-...
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Posted on: March 18, 2020
Gadsden, AL - The City of Gadsden is carefully monitoring the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. In response to both the President’s guidance to avoid gatherings of more than 10 people and the Governor’s declaration of a State of Emer...
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Posted on: March 17, 2020
ROCKFORD, TN (March 16, 2020) – Remote Area Medical - RAM® – a major non-profit provider of mobile clinics delivering free, quality, dental, vision, and medical care to underserved and uninsured individuals – has offi...
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Posted on: March 16, 2020
Gadsden Fire Department
COVID-19 Recommendations for the Public
03/14/2020
The following recommendations are to assist the public in preventing the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) in our community:
- Practice social distancing where possible (avoid large crowd...
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Posted on: March 13, 2020
We are working with key partners and stakeholders to ensure that residents and staff are safe during the COVID-19 novel Coronavirus outbreak. We have been and continue following the guidelines and procedures outlined by the CDC and Public Health agencies ...
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Posted on: March 4, 2020
With the announcement of two cases of Covid-19 being reported in a neighboring state, the Gadsden/Etowah County Emergency Management Agency (GECEMA) wants to stress to everyone the importance preparation plays in your safety from all infectious diseases. ...
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Posted on: March 2, 2020
District 3 Councilman Thomas Worthy will conduct a
community meeting on Thursday, March 5, 2020,
at the Carver Community Center at 6:00 p.m.
Please plan to attend this important meeting.
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Posted on: February 24, 2020
Downtown Gadsden, Inc. has partnered with United Way to bring our local non-profit organizations together for an educational night of fun. On March 6th from 5pm-7pm, non-profits will be occupying 2 blocks of Broad Street downtown. Each non-profit will hav...
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Posted on: February 24, 2020
- The City of Gadsden Parks and Recreation Department and Greater Gadsden Area Tourism are partnering together to present “Art on the Rocks at the Falls” on Saturday, May 2 and Sunday, May 3, 2020. This juried show will featu...
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Posted on: February 21, 2020
Councilman Jason Wilson, District 5,
will conduct a community meeting
at 5:30 p.m. on
Monday, February 24, 2020
at the Gadsden Public Library.
Please plan to attend this important meeting.
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Posted on: February 14, 2020
Gadsden, AL - Starting Monday, February 17 Highland Avenue will be closed for road work. Contractors working under inspection and supervision of the City of Gadsden Engineering Department will be working for a period of time to make necessary repairs to t...
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Posted on: February 14, 2020
The date of the next board meeting of
THE GADSDEN AIRPORT AUTHORITY
will be:
Friday February 21, 2020
12:00 Noon
at the FBO
185 Ira Gray Drive
Gadsden, AL 35904
The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the general business issues of the Authority.
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Posted on: February 10, 2020
A complex of storms is forecast to affect Etowah County over the next 48 hours. These storms have the potential to cause significant flooding throughout Etowah County. The National Weather Service in Birmingham has forecast rainfall totals in the 4 to 6 i...
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Posted on: February 10, 2020
With love in the air, follow your heart to downtown Gadsden on February 13th for Girl’s Night Out. Retail stores will stay open until 8pm for late-night shopping. You can also avoid the Valentine’s Day crowd by coming to downtown Thurs...
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Posted on: February 4, 2020
Due to the Alabama League of Municipalities Legislative meeting in Montgomery, there will be no City Council work session or meeting on Tuesday, February 11, 2020.
The regular schedule will resume on Tuesday, February 18, 2020, at Gadsden City Hall, 90 Bro...
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Posted on: January 21, 2020
Fire up your taste buds! Downtown Gadsden’s 13th Annual Chili Cook-Off will be held February 1st, 2020. Broad Street will be closed from 4th to 6th Streets for the event. Tasting will begin promptly at noon. Tasting tickets are $1 each, or you c...
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Posted on: January 21, 2020
The Gadsden City Council will conduct a Special Called meeting at the following time and location, for the purpose of conducting public hearings and considering resolutions assessing nuisance abatement liens for grass cutting work that has already been pe...
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Posted on: January 17, 2020
The Homeless Coalition of Northeast Alabama (HCNEA) will conduct a survey on Wednesday, January 22, 2020 in Anniston, Calhoun County, Gadsden, Etowah County, Cherokee County and DeKalb County. HCNEA members and trained volunteers will be intervi...
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Posted on: January 14, 2020
Gadsden, AL - During the Gadsden City Council meeting on Tuesday, January 14th, 2020, the city council approved the finalized lease agreement with the Gadsden State Community College for the new riverfront sports park.
The lease agreemen...
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Posted on: January 13, 2020
On January 11th, 2020 Etowah County was affected by a complex of severe storms – leaving a swath of damage in its wake that primarily affected the western and central areas of the county. By early afternoon, the Gadsden/Etowah County Emergency M...
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Posted on: January 11, 2020
CITY OF GADSDEN PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE OF THE GADSDEN CITY COUNCIL
You are hereby notified that a meeting of the Gadsden City Council’s Public Safety Committee will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 14, 2020, in the 4th Floor Co...
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Posted on: January 8, 2020
The date of the next board meeting of
THE GADSDEN AIRPORT AUTHORITY
will be:
Friday January 17, 2020
12:00 Noon
at the FBO
185 Ira Gray Drive
Gadsden, AL 35904
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Posted on: January 6, 2020
PUBLIC NOTICE
GADSDEN COMMERCIAL
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
MEETING
You are hereby notified that a meeting of the
Gadsden Commercial Development Authority
Board of Directors
will be held at 8:00 a.m.
on Tuesday, January 14, 2020
in...
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Posted on: January 2, 2020
Due to a system that is forecast to bring several inches of rain over the next couple of days, the Gadsden/Etowah County EMA wanted to take a moment to remind you of some common sense tips to be prepared:
- If you live in a flood-prone area, keep these mater...
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Posted on: November 21, 2019
Celebrate the holiday season with Noccalula Falls and the City of Gadsden at Christmas at the Falls. Enjoy millions of lights throughout the park with spectacular views from the paved walking trails or from the vantage of a ride on the park’s train. Durin...
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Posted on: September 6, 2019
Grab the gals and come downtown! There will be a shopping extravaganza event on September 12th, from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., participating retail stores will stay open late and offer specials. Refreshments will be served at some stores from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m . The...
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Posted on: August 30, 2019
In a recent article and ranking in Bloomberg Business Gadsden was listed in the top 30 small cities for tech jobs. "
Using occupational data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bloomberg identified 30 smaller metro areas where both salaries and headc...
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Posted on: December 31, 2018
You are hereby notified that a meeting of the Gadsden City Council’s Public Works Committee will be held at 8:30 a.m., on Wednesday, January 2, 2019, in the 4th Floor Conference Room, Gadsden City Hall, 90 Broad Street, Gadsden, Alabam...
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Posted on: November 19, 2018
Gadsden, AL- Kick off the Holiday season on Friday evening December 7th, 2018 on the lawn of City Hall for the city-wide Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony presented by the City of Gadsden, Greater Gadsden Tourism, Gadsden Museum ...
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Posted on: October 5, 2018
The Gadsden Water Works and Sewer Board will be performing an upgrade to the water distribution system on Riverside Drive in between Padenreich Avenue and Paden Road, with work taking place on Saturday, October 6, 2018. These upgrades are expect...
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Posted on: January 19, 2018
Councilwoman Cynthia W. Toles will conduct a District 1 community meeting at 5 p.m. on Monday, January 22, 2018, at Paden Baptist Church, located at 900 Padenreich Avenue.Please plan to attend this important meeting
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Posted on: January 11, 2018
The Salvation Army at 114 N 11th Street, Gadsden will open as a warming center at 4 p.m. Saturday, January 13th until Monday morning of January 15th. This is due to the expected arrival of below freezing temperatures and windchills. You ...
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Posted on: December 28, 2017
Update: Extreme Cold Weather and Warming Center Locations
Etowah County will be facing some brutally cold weather with wind chills in the single digits at times. Due to the forecasted temperatures and/or wind chill we are opening Warmin...
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Posted on: October 10, 2017
Gadsden Mayor Sherman Guyton Joins Groundbreaking Coalition of 134 Mayors to Launch 10-Minute Walk to a Park Campaign
Gadsden, Alabama – At 10:10 a.m. on October 10, Gadsden Mayor Sherman Guyton joined The Trust for Public Land, Nationa...
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Posted on: February 22, 2017
Downtown Gadsden- On Sunday, February 26th at 3 pm, Downtown Gadsden Inc. will host the 5th Annual Party with a Purpose at the Pitman. This family friendly event will raise money to go towards continued renovations of one of downtown Gadsden&...
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Posted on: November 1, 2018
The Gadsden Fire Department hosted a Career Technology Expo on Wednesday, October 31, 2018. More than twenty Gadsden City High School students participated in the event at the Gadsden Fire Department's Training Facility. The Gadsden Fire Department hopes ...
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