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Local Election Results

Local Elections Conclude, New and Returning Faces Take Seats on Calhoun County School Board

November 6, 2024

Calhoun County, AL – The recent local elections in Calhoun County concluded with...

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Jax State football

JSU Coach Rich Rodriguez Reflects on Season Progression, Key Player Developments in Press Conference

November 6, 2024

  Jacksonville, AL – In a recent press conference, Jacksonville State University...

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Kelley

Senator Keith Kelley and Coosa Valley RC&D Fund Local Initiatives in Calhoun and Talladega Counties

November 6, 2024

Calhoun County, AL – Senator Keith Kelley, together with representatives from Coosa Valley...

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Pedestrian Safety Improvement Update

Vehicular Access Restored on Jax State’s Trustee Circle as Pedestrian Safety Upgrades Continue

November 6, 2024

Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University has reopened vehicular access to Trustee Circle,...

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Traffic Fatality

Gadsden Man Killed in Early Morning Crash on I-59 in St. Clair County

November 6, 2024

Gadsden, AL – A Gadsden man was killed early Wednesday morning in a...

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Weekly Schedule

This Week’s Schedule

November 6, 2024

Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the...

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Piedmont-Police-Stats

October Monthly Activity Report: Insights from the Piedmont Police Department

November 6, 2024

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

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Jax State Basketball

Jax State Hoops Slate

November 6, 2024

Jacksonville, AL – Schedules/results for 2024-25 Jax State men’s and women’s basketball teams,...

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Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Most Wanted | November 5, 2024

November 5, 2024

Calhoun County, AL – Each week the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office released...

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Veteran's Day at Rainbow Omega

Veterans Day Celebration and Classic Car Show at Rainbow Omega

November 3, 2024

Eastaboga, AL — Rainbow Omega, located at 100 Hope Dr., Eastaboga, is...

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Creature Feature

Saturday, November 9th Event: Animal Ambassador Encounter at Anniston Museums and Gardens

November 3, 2024

Anniston, AL — Animal enthusiasts and curious visitors alike are invited to...

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Fallen Heros of Calhoun County

Event by Anniston Museums and Gardens: Honoring Local Heroes

November 3, 2024

Anniston, AL – As Veteran’s Day approaches, the Anniston Museums and Gardens is...

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Christmas Eat & Shop Expo

Christmas Expo in Anniston: Holiday Shopping and Festivities Await!

November 3, 2024

Anniston, AL – The Anniston City Meeting Center is set to transform...

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Calhoun County Heros

Impact214 Hosts Inaugural Veterans Ball to Honor Calhoun County Heroes

November 2, 2024

Anniston, AL – Impact214, Inc., an esteemed organization comprised of military and veteran...

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Treadhoofalon 2024

Anniston to Host 3rd Annual Treadhoofalon: A Unique Multi-Discipline Trail Event

November 2, 2024

Anniston, AL – Outdoor enthusiasts and athletes are invited to participate in...

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Rare Breed Live in Piedmont

Rare of Breed to Perform Live at Clyde H. Pike Civic Center in Piedmont, AL

November 2, 2024

Piedmont, AL –  The Clyde H. Pike Civic Center will come alive...

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2024 Annual Confrence

Alabama Cares Program Hosts Full-Day Alzheimer’s Awareness Event in Anniston

November 2, 2024

Anniston, AL — The Alabama Cares Program is set to host an...

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GAry Puckett & The Union Gap

Gary Puckett and The Union Gap to Perform at Oxford Performing Arts Center with The Classics IV

November 1, 2024

Oxford, AL — On November 3 at 7 p.m., music enthusiasts will...

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Local Election Results

Local Elections Conclude, New and Returning Faces Take Seats on Calhoun County School Board

November 6, 2024

Calhoun County, AL – The recent local elections in Calhoun County concluded with...

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Kelley

Senator Keith Kelley and Coosa Valley RC&D Fund Local Initiatives in Calhoun and Talladega Counties

November 6, 2024

Calhoun County, AL – Senator Keith Kelley, together with representatives from Coosa Valley...

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Weekly Schedule

This Week’s Schedule

November 6, 2024

Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the...

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November s5, 2024 most wanted in calhoun county cover

Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Most Wanted | November 5, 2024

November 5, 2024

Calhoun County, AL – Each week the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office released...

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

November 3, 2024

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

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Veteran's Day at Rainbow Omega

Veterans Day Celebration and Classic Car Show at Rainbow Omega

November 3, 2024

Eastaboga, AL — Rainbow Omega, located at 100 Hope Dr., Eastaboga, is...

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US Cops You Better Stop For The Police

You Better Stop For The Police: US Cops Documentary Series Featuring Oxford Police Department S3E8

November 2, 2024

Oxford, AL – “FIRST RESPONDERS” is an engaging documentary series created by...

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Prep football

Calhoun County Prep Football

November 2, 2024

Calhoun County, AL – Jacksonville wins thriller over rival Anniston. Oxford, Piedmont, Spring...

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Halloween Events

Oxford and Munford Celebrate Halloween with Festive Community Events

November 1, 2024

  Oxford and Munford, AL — Last night, the cities of Oxford...

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GAry Puckett & The Union Gap

Gary Puckett and The Union Gap to Perform at Oxford Performing Arts Center with The Classics IV

November 1, 2024

Oxford, AL — On November 3 at 7 p.m., music enthusiasts will...

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Tick or Treat at the Oxford Public Library

Oxford Public Library Invites Families to Halloweek Festival for a Morning of Halloween Fun

October 29, 2024

Oxford, AL — The City of Oxford, Alabama, is bringing Halloween cheer...

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G-Man Run

FBI Agents Association Hosts Successful 5K and Family Fun Day at Choccolocco Park

October 28, 2024

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Jax State football

JSU Coach Rich Rodriguez Reflects on Season Progression, Key Player Developments in Press Conference

November 6, 2024

  Jacksonville, AL – In a recent press conference, Jacksonville State University...

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Pedestrian Safety Improvement Update

Vehicular Access Restored on Jax State’s Trustee Circle as Pedestrian Safety Upgrades Continue

November 6, 2024

Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University has reopened vehicular access to Trustee Circle,...

Read More >>
Jax State Basketball

Jax State Hoops Slate

November 6, 2024

Jacksonville, AL – Schedules/results for 2024-25 Jax State men’s and women’s basketball teams,...

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Arrest Made in Halloween Arson Incident at Jacksonville Jack’s Restaurant

Arrest Made in Halloween Arson Incident at Jacksonville Jack’s Restaurant

November 4, 2024

Jacksonville, AL – An arrest has been made in connection with a...

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Jax State’s Online MBA in Healthcare Administration Ranked Among Nation’s Most Affordable, Empowering Future Healthcare Leaders

Jacksonville State University’s Online MBA in Healthcare Administration Recognized as One of Nation’s Most Affordable Programs

November 3, 2024

Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University (JSU) has achieved national recognition for its...

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Jacksonville State University Releases October 2024 Crime Report

November 3, 2024

Jacksonville, AL – In accordance with the U.S. Department of Education and the...

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Weaver players douse second-year head coach Ken Cofer with a cooler after the Bearcats beat J.B. Pennington on Friday to lock up a playoff berth. (Photo by Joe Medley)

Power of Positivity Works for Weaver

November 2, 2024

Weaver, AL – Weaver overcomes a season of challenges, completes midseason turnaround with...

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Arrest Made

15-Year-Old Arrested in Halloween Night Stabbing Incident in Weaver

November 1, 2024

Weaver, AL – 15-Year-Old Arrested in Halloween Night Stabbing Incident in Weaver...

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Juvenile Stabbed in Weaver's Buckhorn Subdivision on Halloween Night

UPDATED: Juvenile Stabbed in Weaver’s Buckhorn Subdivision on Halloween Night

October 31, 2024

Weaver, AL – On October 31, 2024, at approximately 7:48 p.m., the Weaver...

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Piedmont’s Rollie Pinto breaks a 73-yard touchdown run that put Piedmont ahead in the fourth quarter, and the Bulldogs held off Weaver 26-21 on Friday, (Photo by Greg Warren/For East Alabama Sports Today)

Calhoun County Prep Football

October 19, 2024

Calhoun County, AL – Pleasant Valley clinches first home playoff game of regions...

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Tribute to Weaver Councilwoman Terri Summerlin: A Life of Service and Dedication

October 15, 2024

Weaver, AL – Weaver Councilwoman Terri Summerlin, a beloved member of the community...

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J.J. Beason breaks a long run against Ashville on Friday at Alexandria. (Photo by Greg Warren/For East Alabama Sports Today)

Calhoun County Prep Football

October 12, 2024

Calhoun County, AL – Sparks stars as Pleasant Valley improves to 6-2. Alexandria...

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Creature Feature

Saturday, November 9th Event: Animal Ambassador Encounter at Anniston Museums and Gardens

November 3, 2024

Anniston, AL — Animal enthusiasts and curious visitors alike are invited to...

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Fallen Heros of Calhoun County

Event by Anniston Museums and Gardens: Honoring Local Heroes

November 3, 2024

Anniston, AL – As Veteran’s Day approaches, the Anniston Museums and Gardens is...

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Christmas Eat & Shop Expo

Christmas Expo in Anniston: Holiday Shopping and Festivities Await!

November 3, 2024

Anniston, AL – The Anniston City Meeting Center is set to transform...

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UWECA receives $250,000 ESG Grant

United Way of East Central Alabama Awarded $250,000 in State Funding to Launch Martha’s Hope and Homelessness Prevention Services

November 2, 2024

Anniston, AL – The United Way of East Central Alabama (UWECA) is...

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Calhoun County Heros

Impact214 Hosts Inaugural Veterans Ball to Honor Calhoun County Heroes

November 2, 2024

Anniston, AL – Impact214, Inc., an esteemed organization comprised of military and veteran...

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Treadhoofalon 2024

Anniston to Host 3rd Annual Treadhoofalon: A Unique Multi-Discipline Trail Event

November 2, 2024

Anniston, AL – Outdoor enthusiasts and athletes are invited to participate in...

Read More >>

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Piedmont-Police-Stats

October Monthly Activity Report: Insights from the Piedmont Police Department

November 6, 2024

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

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Prep football

Calhoun County Prep Football

November 2, 2024

Calhoun County, AL – Jacksonville wins thriller over rival Anniston. Oxford, Piedmont, Spring...

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Rare Breed Live in Piedmont

Rare of Breed to Perform Live at Clyde H. Pike Civic Center in Piedmont, AL

November 2, 2024

Piedmont, AL –  The Clyde H. Pike Civic Center will come alive...

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Piedmont’s Rollie Pinto breaks a 73-yard touchdown run that put Piedmont ahead in the fourth quarter, and the Bulldogs held off Weaver 26-21 on Friday, (Photo by Greg Warren/For East Alabama Sports Today)

Calhoun County Prep Football

October 19, 2024

Calhoun County, AL – Pleasant Valley clinches first home playoff game of regions...

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Cara Archer (Photo Courtesy of JSU)

Piedmont Native Cara Archer Realizes Dream of Studying Abroad in South Korea

October 18, 2024

Jacksonville, AL – For Cara Archer, a 23-year-old senior marketing major from...

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City Of Piedmont Council Regular Meeting

October 17, 2024

Piedmont, AL – During the Tuesday evening Piedmont City Council meeting, Mayor...

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Weekly Schedule

This Week’s Schedule

November 6, 2024

Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the...

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Jax State Basketball

Jax State Hoops Slate

November 6, 2024

Jacksonville, AL – Schedules/results for 2024-25 Jax State men’s and women’s basketball teams,...

Read More >>
Prep football

Calhoun County Prep Football

November 2, 2024

Calhoun County, AL – Jacksonville wins thriller over rival Anniston. Oxford, Piedmont, Spring...

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Weaver’s KeShawn Allen celebrates after catching a touchdown pass against J.B. Pennington on Friday at Weaver. (Photo by Greg Warren/For East Alabama Sports Today)

Scores, Playoff Pairings

November 2, 2024

Calhoun County, AL – First-round playoff pairings for coverage-area teams plus this week’s...

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Weaver players douse second-year head coach Ken Cofer with a cooler after the Bearcats beat J.B. Pennington on Friday to lock up a playoff berth. (Photo by Joe Medley)

Power of Positivity Works for Weaver

November 2, 2024

Weaver, AL – Weaver overcomes a season of challenges, completes midseason turnaround with...

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Alexandria’s J.J. Beason rushed for some of his 130 yards against Munford on Thursday at Alexandria. (Photo by Joe Medley)

‘Death Valley’ Revival

November 1, 2024

Alexandria, AL – Despite a week of challenges, Alexandria Downs Munford to finish...

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