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Michael Webb Discusses Vision for Calhoun County Commission Seat

Letter to the Editor – Michael Webb Discusses Vision for Calhoun County Commission Seat

May 13, 2025

We believe that all our residents deserve to voice their opinions. All...

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Gary Sparks

Gary Sparks Announces Candidacy for Calhoun County Commission District 3 Seat

May 12, 2025

Eastaboga, AL — Gary Lenn Sparks, a longtime public servant and current Oxford...

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Woody Elementary School Computer Laptop Donation

ORSA Technologies LLC Donates 50 Computer Tablets to Jacksonville Elementary School

May 12, 2025

Jacksonville, AL/Phoenix, AZ – ORSA Technologies LLC, an Arizona-based SBA Certified 8(a),...

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Piedmont Police Stats

April Monthly Activity Report: Insights from the Piedmont Police Department

May 12, 2025

Piedmont, AL – The City of Piedmont Police Department lists their activity for...

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third thursday the joy of growing cati and succulents indoors

Discover “The Joy of Growing Cacti and Succulents Indoors” at Anniston Museums and Gardens This Thursday

May 12, 2025

Anniston, AL — On Thursday, May 15 at 12:00 p.m., the Anniston...

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Students named to All Alabama Academic Team

Two Gadsden State Students Named to Prestigious All-Alabama Academic Team

May 12, 2025

Gadsden, AL – Two members of the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor...

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Jacksonville Gospelfest

Jacksonville Gospelfest Set for Saturday, May 17: A Day of Music, Fun, and Fellowship

May 12, 2025

Jacksonville, AL – The spirit of community and faith will be on...

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2025 Alabama Torch Run

Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Set for May 15 in Oxford

May 12, 2025

Oxford, AL — On Wednesday, May 15, 2024, the Oxford community is...

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U.S. Senator Katie Britt, Director Kash Patel Reaffirm Commitment to FBI Redstone Arsenal

Senator Katie Britt Highlights Strategic Importance of FBI Redstone at FY26 Budget Hearing

May 12, 2025

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.), a member of the...

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Jacksonville Gospelfest

Jacksonville Gospelfest Set for Saturday, May 17: A Day of Music, Fun, and Fellowship

May 12, 2025

Jacksonville, AL – The spirit of community and faith will be on...

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2025 Alabama Torch Run

Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Set for May 15 in Oxford

May 12, 2025

Oxford, AL — On Wednesday, May 15, 2024, the Oxford community is...

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An Evening with John Conlee

Country Legend John Conlee to Perform at Oxford Performing Arts Center on May 15

May 12, 2025

Oxford, AL – Country music fans are in for a treat as...

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Darryl Patton Presents Traditional Southern Folk medicine

Discover the Healing Wisdom of the Appalachians: Darryl Patton Presents Traditional Southern Folk Medicine at Anniston Public Library

May 11, 2025

Anniston, AL — On Tuesday, May 13 at 2:00 p.m., the Anniston...

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Spring Concert

Ohatchee High School to Host Spring Concert Event on May 8

May 7, 2025

Ohatchee, AL – An Evening of Music Presented by the OHS Marching...

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Wishbone Day Pet Adoption Event

Piedmont to Host Etowah County Animal Shelter Adoption Event on May 10

May 7, 2025

Piedmont, AL – The Etowah County Animal Shelter will be the site...

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Cheaha Challenge Granfrodo

Cheaha Challenge Gran Fondo Returns to Jacksonville: May 17–18

May 7, 2025

Jacksonville, AL – The internationally recognized Cheaha Challenge Gran Fondo is set...

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Digital Reads and Audio Feed Learning the Library

Anniston Library Offers Free Digital Reading Workshop on May 7

May 6, 2025

Anniston, AL – The Public Library of Anniston-Calhoun County is inviting readers and...

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Tina Jennings Presents Love and Care of Contempary Roses

Tina Jennings to Present “Love and Care of Contemporary Roses” at Anniston Library May 6

May 5, 2025

Anniston, AL — Gardeners and rose enthusiasts are invited to a special...

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Michael Webb Discusses Vision for Calhoun County Commission Seat

Letter to the Editor – Michael Webb Discusses Vision for Calhoun County Commission Seat

May 13, 2025

We believe that all our residents deserve to voice their opinions. All...

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Gary Sparks

Gary Sparks Announces Candidacy for Calhoun County Commission District 3 Seat

May 12, 2025

Eastaboga, AL — Gary Lenn Sparks, a longtime public servant and current Oxford...

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Woodland qualified for this week’s state softball tournament out of last week’s Central Regional and will open play Wednesday, against Kinston. (Submitted photo)

This Week’s Schedule

May 12, 2025

High school sports events for area teams for the week of May...

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State softball pairings

State Softball Pairings

May 12, 2025

Oxford, AL – Pairings for next week’s state softball tournament, which will...

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Spring Garden’s softball team poses for pictures after claiming the Class 1A East Regional title on Wednesday at Albertville’s Sand Mountain Park and clinching another state tournament berth. (Photo by Joe Medley/East Alabama Sports Today)

Regional Softball

May 12, 2025

Spring Garden adds East Regional title, and Woodland advances to state. Oxford,...

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Crime Stoppers

Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Requests Public Help in Solving Recent Property Crimes

May 11, 2025

Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating...

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2025 Alabama Torch Run

Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Set for May 15 in Oxford

May 12, 2025

Oxford, AL — On Wednesday, May 15, 2024, the Oxford community is...

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An Evening with John Conlee

Country Legend John Conlee to Perform at Oxford Performing Arts Center on May 15

May 12, 2025

Oxford, AL – Country music fans are in for a treat as...

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Spring Garden’s softball team poses for pictures after claiming the Class 1A East Regional title on Wednesday at Albertville’s Sand Mountain Park and clinching another state tournament berth. (Photo by Joe Medley/East Alabama Sports Today)

Regional Softball

May 12, 2025

Spring Garden adds East Regional title, and Woodland advances to state. Oxford,...

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Donut Detour Disaster

Donut Detour Disaster: US Cops Documentary Series Featuring Oxford Police Department S3E56

May 11, 2025

Oxford, AL – First Responders is a compelling documentary series created by...

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Jefferson’s Teacher of the Year

Jefferson’s Honors 2025 Teachers of the Year in Weaver and Oxford

May 11, 2025

Jacksonville and Oxford, AL – Jefferson’s restaurants in Jacksonville and Oxford have...

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Pitcher Raeden Sumner delivers a pitch in Thursday's match up against Coastal.

Gadsden State Cardinals Soar Into ACCC Tournament as No. 2 Seed After Remarkable Season Turnaround

May 7, 2025

Oxford, AL — Gadsden State Community College’s baseball team is heading into...

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Woody Elementary School Computer Laptop Donation

ORSA Technologies LLC Donates 50 Computer Tablets to Jacksonville Elementary School

May 12, 2025

Jacksonville, AL/Phoenix, AZ – ORSA Technologies LLC, an Arizona-based SBA Certified 8(a),...

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Jacksonville Gospelfest

Jacksonville Gospelfest Set for Saturday, May 17: A Day of Music, Fun, and Fellowship

May 12, 2025

Jacksonville, AL – The spirit of community and faith will be on...

Read More >>
Spring Garden’s softball team poses for pictures after claiming the Class 1A East Regional title on Wednesday at Albertville’s Sand Mountain Park and clinching another state tournament berth. (Photo by Joe Medley/East Alabama Sports Today)

Regional Softball

May 12, 2025

Spring Garden adds East Regional title, and Woodland advances to state. Oxford,...

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Jacksonville Mother's Day

Jacksonville Parks & Recreation Hosts Heartwarming Tea & Paint Party in Honor of Mother’s Day

May 11, 2025

Jacksonville, AL – On Saturday, May 10, the Jacksonville Community Center was...

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JHS signings

Jacksonville High School Signings

May 11, 2025

Jacksonville, AL – Lights and scenes from Friday’s ceremony to celebrate the...

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Jefferson’s Teacher of the Year

Jefferson’s Honors 2025 Teachers of the Year in Weaver and Oxford

May 11, 2025

Jacksonville and Oxford, AL – Jefferson’s restaurants in Jacksonville and Oxford have...

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Spring Garden’s softball team poses for pictures after claiming the Class 1A East Regional title on Wednesday at Albertville’s Sand Mountain Park and clinching another state tournament berth. (Photo by Joe Medley/East Alabama Sports Today)

Regional Softball

May 12, 2025

Spring Garden adds East Regional title, and Woodland advances to state. Oxford,...

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Jefferson’s Teacher of the Year

Jefferson’s Honors 2025 Teachers of the Year in Weaver and Oxford

May 11, 2025

Jacksonville and Oxford, AL – Jefferson’s restaurants in Jacksonville and Oxford have...

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Andy Fulmer talks to Weaver’s softball team after the Bearcats finished play in the East Regional tournament Tuesday in Albertville. (Photo by Joe Medley/East Alabama Sports Today)

Weaver’s Fulmer on the Move to Cleburne County

May 7, 2025

Fulmer, the Weaver grad and coach who reclaimed Gene Taylor-ere glory for...

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Weaver’s boys celebrate after winning their first state track championship Saturday at Cullman. (Submitted photo)

Weaver State Track

May 4, 2025

Cullman, AL – Weaver boys surge to lead on Saturday, hold off...

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Jacksonville Christian’s Mollie Mullinax won two individual state titles during Friday’s action in the Class 1A state meet at Cullman. (Submitted photo)

State Track in Calhoun County

May 3, 2025

JCA’s Mullinax wins two state titles on a day that saw 12...

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Weaver boys celebrate after beating J.B. Pennington on Tuesday and advancing to the Elite Eight for the first time. (Submitted photo)

Calhoun County Soccer Playoffs

April 30, 2025

Weaver, AL – Weaver boys make program history by advancing to Elite Eight....

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third thursday the joy of growing cati and succulents indoors

Discover “The Joy of Growing Cacti and Succulents Indoors” at Anniston Museums and Gardens This Thursday

May 12, 2025

Anniston, AL — On Thursday, May 15 at 12:00 p.m., the Anniston...

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Darryl Patton Presents Traditional Southern Folk medicine

Discover the Healing Wisdom of the Appalachians: Darryl Patton Presents Traditional Southern Folk Medicine at Anniston Public Library

May 11, 2025

Anniston, AL — On Tuesday, May 13 at 2:00 p.m., the Anniston...

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Faith Christian’s Jayden Smith signed Wednesday to compete for Montevallo. (Submitted photo)

Smith Signs

May 11, 2025

Anniston, AL – Faith Christian’s Smith parlays one year of prep track success...

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Man accused of raping a child over a decade ago captured in Heflin

Suspect in Decade-Old Child Rape Case Captured by Alert Store Employees in Heflin: Suspect in Calhoun County Jail

May 11, 2025

CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — A man wanted in connection with a child...

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Anniston City Council

Ciara Smith Sworn in as Anniston’s First Black Female Mayor During May 6 Council Meeting Marked by Milestones and Major City Discussions

May 7, 2025

Anniston, AL –  History was made at Anniston City Hall as Ciara...

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RMC Memorial Foundation Celebrates Grand Reopening of Tyler Park in Anniston

RMC Foundation Celebrates Grand Reopening of Tyler Park in Anniston

May 7, 2025

Anniston, AL — The RMC Foundation is proud to announce the grand...

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Piedmont Police Stats

April Monthly Activity Report: Insights from the Piedmont Police Department

May 12, 2025

Piedmont, AL – The City of Piedmont Police Department lists their activity for...

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Wishbone Day Pet Adoption Event

Piedmont to Host Etowah County Animal Shelter Adoption Event on May 10

May 7, 2025

Piedmont, AL – The Etowah County Animal Shelter will be the site...

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Jax State Graphic Design Students Win Numerous Awards at the Annual AAF ADDY Competition

Jacksonville State University Graphic Design Students Shine at Birmingham ADDY Awards

May 1, 2025

Jacksonville, AL – As originally reported by Brett Buckner of JSU’s Media...

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Alexandria’s girls’ golf team won the Class 4A-5A, Section 3 tournament Tuesday at Silver Lakes. (Submitted photo)

Calhoun County Moves Forward in Golf Sectionals

April 30, 2025

Silver Lakes – Stokes leads the way at 79 as Alexandria girls win...

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Strawberry Festival

Piedmont to Host 4th Annual Strawberry Festival on Chief Ladiga Trail May 10, 2025

April 28, 2025

Piedmont, AL – The 4th Annual Piedmont Strawberry Festival is set for...

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Oxford’s Matt Tippets runs to victory in the 800-meter dash Wednesday, completing a sweep of the three individual distance events in the Calhoun County meet. He set a new record in the 1,600 and was named the most valuable athlete of the boys’ meet. (Photo by Joe Medley/East Alabama

Calhoun County Track

April 17, 2025

Oxford, AL – Several individual county records fall, and Oxford’s boys, girls...

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Woodland qualified for this week’s state softball tournament out of last week’s Central Regional and will open play Wednesday, against Kinston. (Submitted photo)

This Week’s Schedule

May 12, 2025

High school sports events for area teams for the week of May...

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State softball pairings

State Softball Pairings

May 12, 2025

Oxford, AL – Pairings for next week’s state softball tournament, which will...

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Spring Garden’s softball team poses for pictures after claiming the Class 1A East Regional title on Wednesday at Albertville’s Sand Mountain Park and clinching another state tournament berth. (Photo by Joe Medley/East Alabama Sports Today)

Regional Softball

May 12, 2025

Spring Garden adds East Regional title, and Woodland advances to state. Oxford,...

Read More >>
JHS signings

Jacksonville High School Signings

May 11, 2025

Jacksonville, AL – Lights and scenes from Friday’s ceremony to celebrate the...

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Faith Christian’s Jayden Smith signed Wednesday to compete for Montevallo. (Submitted photo)

Smith Signs

May 11, 2025

Anniston, AL – Faith Christian’s Smith parlays one year of prep track success...

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Alexandria, the 2025 East Regional Class 4A runner up and a state qualifier. (Photo by Joe Medley/East Alabama Sports Today)

Regional Softball

May 11, 2025

Albertville, AL – Alexandria chews on magic gum and a state-tournament berth...

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