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Governor Ivey Signs into Law Stronger Penalties for Terrorist Threats in Schools and Other Public Spaces

Governor Ivey Signs HB7 to Strengthen Penalties for Terroristic Threats

MONTGOMERY, AL — Kay Ivey has signed House Bill 7 into law,...

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OXFORD PARK LAKE CLEANUP EVENT

Oxford Parks and Recreation to Host Community Litter Cleanup at Oxford Lake Park

OXFORD, AL — Oxford Parks and Recreation will host a community litter...

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This week’s schedule

High School Sports Roundup: Packed Week of Action Across Calhoun County April 13–18

High school sports events involving area teams for the week of April...

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Spring Plant Sale

Longleaf Botanical Gardens Announces Annual Spring Plant Sale in Anniston

Anniston, AL – The Anniston Museums and Gardens has announced its annual...

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Secretary of State Wes Allen Applauds Alabama Legislature’s Final Passage of HB 67

Alabama Legislature Passes HB 67 to Limit Public Access to Voter Phone Numbers

Montgomery, AL — Wes Allen is commending the Alabama Legislature following the...

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Gadsden State’s Phi Theta Kappa Chapter Celebrates Outstanding Achievements at Catalyst Conference in Baltimore

Gadsden State PTK Chapter Earns International Recognition at Catalyst Conference

GADSDEN, AL — The Gadsden State Community College chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) has been...

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AMERICAN PARKINSON DISEASE ASSOCIATION BRINGS SPECIALIZED PROGRAM FOR THOSE NEWLY DIAGONOSED TO ANNISTON AREA

APDA to Host Parkinson’s Good Start Program in Anniston for Newly Diagnosed Patients

ANNISTON, AL — The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) Information & Referral...

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Photo Gallery from Anniston’s Sunny King Criterium

Anniston, AL — The Sunny King Criterium once again delivered an exciting...

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Crime-Stopper

Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Property Crimes, Seeks Public Assistance

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

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OXFORD PARK LAKE CLEANUP EVENT

Oxford Parks and Recreation to Host Community Litter Cleanup at Oxford Lake Park

OXFORD, AL — Oxford Parks and Recreation will host a community litter...

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This week’s schedule

High School Sports Roundup: Packed Week of Action Across Calhoun County April 13–18

High school sports events involving area teams for the week of April...

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Spring Plant Sale

Longleaf Botanical Gardens Announces Annual Spring Plant Sale in Anniston

Anniston, AL – The Anniston Museums and Gardens has announced its annual...

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AMERICAN PARKINSON DISEASE ASSOCIATION BRINGS SPECIALIZED PROGRAM FOR THOSE NEWLY DIAGONOSED TO ANNISTON AREA

APDA to Host Parkinson’s Good Start Program in Anniston for Newly Diagnosed Patients

ANNISTON, AL — The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) Information & Referral...

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Candlight Vigil for Child Abuse Prevention

Community Event Planned in Oxford to Mark Child Abuse Prevention Month

OXFORD, AL — Local organizations are inviting the community to come together...

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CAlhoun County Sheriff's Office Rodeo

Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office PCA Pro Rodeo Set for April 17–18 at Choccolocco Park

OXFORD, AL — The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office PCA Pro Rodeo is...

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Rock Da O Concert Brings Live Music and Student Talent to Oxford High School

Rock Da O Concert Brings Live Music and Student Talent to Oxford High School

OXFORD, AL — Oxford High School is set to host the Rock...

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Pastor's Anniversay gala

Friendship Missionary Baptist Church to Celebrate Pastor’s 16th Anniversary with Gala in Anniston

ANNISTON, AL — Friendship Missionary Baptist Church is set to host a...

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ALAFCS Annual Confrence

ALAFCS Annual Conference Set for April 16–17 at Jacksonville State University

JACKSONVILLE, AL — The Alabama Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (ALAFCS)...

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This week’s schedule

High School Sports Roundup: Packed Week of Action Across Calhoun County April 13–18

High school sports events involving area teams for the week of April...

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Crime-Stopper

Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Property Crimes, Seeks Public Assistance

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

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Shades of gray

Alexandria Powers Past Oxford to Claim Third Straight Calhoun County Softball Title

No.2 Alexandria comes out swinging, wins a Calhoun County softball championship in...

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Simple Ways to Support Your Calhoun County Community and Make a Real Difference

Simple Ways to Support Your Calhoun County Community and Make a Real Difference

Calhoun County, AL – For Calhoun County residents, busy parents, retirees, commuters,...

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Falon Hurst

Sheriff Falon Hurst Shares Background, Experience, and Vision as He Seeks Election

CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — Calhoun County Sheriff Falon Hurst has announced that he...

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Spring roundup

Alexandria, Hokes Bluff Earn Baseball Wins; Jacksonville, Lincoln Split on the Softball Field

Alexandria, Hokes Bluff victorious in baseball. Jacksonville, Lincoln split in softball. Going...

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OXFORD PARK LAKE CLEANUP EVENT

Oxford Parks and Recreation to Host Community Litter Cleanup at Oxford Lake Park

OXFORD, AL — Oxford Parks and Recreation will host a community litter...

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Candlight Vigil for Child Abuse Prevention

Community Event Planned in Oxford to Mark Child Abuse Prevention Month

OXFORD, AL — Local organizations are inviting the community to come together...

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Rock Da O Concert Brings Live Music and Student Talent to Oxford High School

Rock Da O Concert Brings Live Music and Student Talent to Oxford High School

OXFORD, AL — Oxford High School is set to host the Rock...

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2026 CALHOUN COUNTY ROBOTICS TOURNAMENT

Oxford to Host Second Annual Calhoun County Robotics Tournament at CREATE Center

OXFORD, AL — The City of Oxford will host the second annual...

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lightwire Theater's The Ugly Duckling

Lightwire Theatre’s The Ugly Duckling to Illuminate Oxford Stage April 14

OXFORD, AL — The Oxford Performing Arts Center will host a unique...

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Showdown set

Oxford and Alexandria Advance to Winners’ Bracket Final in Calhoun County Softball Tournament

No. 1 Oxford, No. 2 Alexandria to face off in Calhoun County...

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2 Calhoun County Students Awarded AlaTrust4U Foundation Scholarships

AlaTrust4U Foundation Awards Scholarships to Jacksonville and Anniston Students

CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — The AlaTrust4U Foundation has announced its 2026 scholarship...

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ALAFCS Annual Confrence

ALAFCS Annual Conference Set for April 16–17 at Jacksonville State University

JACKSONVILLE, AL — The Alabama Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (ALAFCS)...

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CBI Dean Search Moves to Final Stage with Campus Visits

Three Finalists Selected for Dean of Business and Industry at Jacksonville State University

Jacksonville, AL – The search for the next Dean of the College...

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Jax State earns Gold Military Friendly® designation for 2026–27

Jacksonville State University Earns Gold Military Friendly School Designation for 2026–27

JACKSONVILLE, AL — Jacksonville State University has been recognized as a Gold...

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Ladies Day Out

Jacksonville Public Library to Host “Ladies’ Day Out” Event on April 11

Jacksonville, AL — The Jacksonville Public Library will host a “Ladies’ Day...

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Chief Ladiga Zombie Trails

Chief Ladiga Trail Run Returns to Jacksonville with Multiple Distance Options

Jacksonville, AL — Runners from across the region are expected to gather...

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Eggstravagansa in the park

Eggstravaganza In The Park Set for March 28 in Weaver

Weaver, AL – The Weaver Senior Citizen Program, in partnership with the...

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Weaver boys rally for 13th state wrestling title; Weaver girls repeat as champions as Calhoun County sweeps state honors

Weaver’s boys rally from behind to claim 13th state wrestling title, and...

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Full Class

Weaver Police Lieutenant Receives Award at 1st JSU Southeastern Leadership Command College

Jacksonville, AL – On Friday, January 30, 2026, Jacksonville State University held its...

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Weaver’s D.J. Marbury (left) poses with Weaver coach Beau Winn after reaching 1,000 career points Thursday. Jacksonville’s Neveah Nicholson (right), posing with Jacksonville coach Corey Mize, reached 1,000 career points Tuesday at Saks and was recognized during the Golden Eagles’ home game against St. Clair County on Thursday. (Submitted photos)

Milestone Nights and Area Drama: Marbury, Nicholson Hit 1,000 as Piedmont, Ranburne and Donoho Shine

Weaver’s Marbury, Jacksonville’s Nicholson reach 1,000 career points. Alexandria’s boys force coin...

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Prep wrestling

Alexandria Advances to State Duals Semifinals; Weaver Opens with Big First-Round Win

Calhoun County champion Alexandria defeats Ashville, Weaver in reach semifinals of the...

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Prep wrestling

Cleburne County Boys Win Duals Over Weaver, Alabama School for the Blind; Improve to 26–1

Cleburne County boys win duals over Weaver, Alabama School for the Blind,...

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Spring Plant Sale

Longleaf Botanical Gardens Announces Annual Spring Plant Sale in Anniston

Anniston, AL – The Anniston Museums and Gardens has announced its annual...

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AMERICAN PARKINSON DISEASE ASSOCIATION BRINGS SPECIALIZED PROGRAM FOR THOSE NEWLY DIAGONOSED TO ANNISTON AREA

APDA to Host Parkinson’s Good Start Program in Anniston for Newly Diagnosed Patients

ANNISTON, AL — The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) Information & Referral...

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Photo Gallery from Anniston’s Sunny King Criterium

Anniston, AL — The Sunny King Criterium once again delivered an exciting...

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Pastor's Anniversay gala

Friendship Missionary Baptist Church to Celebrate Pastor’s 16th Anniversary with Gala in Anniston

ANNISTON, AL — Friendship Missionary Baptist Church is set to host a...

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2 Calhoun County Students Awarded AlaTrust4U Foundation Scholarships

AlaTrust4U Foundation Awards Scholarships to Jacksonville and Anniston Students

CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — The AlaTrust4U Foundation has announced its 2026 scholarship...

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Anniston Meeting

Anniston City Council Approves Healthcare Asset Agreement Following Work Session Discussions

ANNISTON, AL — The Anniston City Council held its regularly scheduled work...

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Calhoun County Youth Awarded PBCI Scholarship During 2026 SLE Rodeo & Livestock Week

Piedmont Student Benjamin Dempsey Awarded PBCI Livestock Scholarship During SLE Rodeo Ceremony

Piedmont, AL – Benjamin Dempsey of Piedmont, AL was recognized for his involvement...

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Fatality

Single-Vehicle Crash Claims Life of 17-Year-Old Piedmont Teen

Cleburne County, AL — A single-vehicle crash in Cleburne County on Wednesday,...

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Spring roundup

Ducar Goes the Distance as Jacksonville Wins; No. 1 Piedmont Dominates Doubleheader

Ducar’s pitches complete game as Jacksonville baseball wins, and 3A No. 1...

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Piedmont City Council Addresses Unsafe Properties, Budget Concerns, and Community Issues During Regular Meeting

Piedmont, AL– The Piedmont City Council approved funding measures, addressed unsafe properties,...

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Piedmont Police Stats

Piedmont Police Department Releases February 2026 Patrol Statistics

Piedmont, AL – The Piedmont Police Department has released its patrol statistics...

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Chili Cook Off

Community Chili Cookoff Set for Saturday in Piedmont

PIEDMONT, AL — Community members are invited to gather for an afternoon...

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This week’s schedule

High School Sports Roundup: Packed Week of Action Across Calhoun County April 13–18

High school sports events involving area teams for the week of April...

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Shades of gray

Alexandria Powers Past Oxford to Claim Third Straight Calhoun County Softball Title

No.2 Alexandria comes out swinging, wins a Calhoun County softball championship in...

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Spring roundup

Alexandria, Hokes Bluff Earn Baseball Wins; Jacksonville, Lincoln Split on the Softball Field

Alexandria, Hokes Bluff victorious in baseball. Jacksonville, Lincoln split in softball. Going...

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Spring roundup

Piedmont Secures Area Sweep, Hope Christian Splits at Choccolocco Park

Piedmont sweeps area series with Glencoe, and Hope Christian splits a doubleheader...

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ASWA rankings

Alexandria Softball and Baseball Hold Strong in Latest ASWA Rankings as State Polls Update

This week’s Alabama Sports Writers Association high school baseball and softball rankings:...

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Spring roundup

White Plains Golf Claims Chesley Oaks Title as Area Teams Shine Across Multiple Sports

Hurst, White Plains’ boys win Chesley Oaks Invitational, plus copious portions of...

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