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PIEDMONT, AL — Per Piedmont Police Chief Nathan Johenson, two Piedmont women were killed Monday morning following a head-on collision involving a sport utility vehicle...Read More
JACKSONVILLE, AL. — A Jacksonville father has turned a personal challenge into a free educational resource designed to help children build confidence in math. Brian...Read More
Alexandria, AL – A 16-year-old Alexandria resident has died following a single-vehicle crash that occurred Friday night in eastern Calhoun County, according to the Alabama...Read More
OHATCHEE, AL — A man wanted in connection with an attempted murder investigation was taken into custody Friday following the execution of an arrest warrant...Read More
CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — The Calhoun County Commission recognized a local student for her statewide achievement, approved a series of resolutions related to county operations...Read More
PIEDMONT— A federal appeals court has reinstated a former Piedmont High School football player’s Title IX lawsuit, ruling that allegations involving a football hazing practice...Read More
ALEXANDRIA, AL — The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating an Anniston man wanted in connection with an alleged armed...Read More
PIEDMONT, AL — Per Piedmont Police Chief Nathan Johenson, two Piedmont women were killed Monday morning following a head-on collision involving a sport utility vehicle...Read More
JACKSONVILLE, AL. — A Jacksonville father has turned a personal challenge into a free educational resource designed to help children build confidence in math. Brian...Read More
Alexandria, AL – A 16-year-old Alexandria resident has died following a single-vehicle crash that occurred Friday night in eastern Calhoun County, according to the Alabama...Read More
OHATCHEE, AL — A man wanted in connection with an attempted murder investigation was taken into custody Friday following the execution of an arrest warrant...Read More
CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — The Calhoun County Commission recognized a local student for her statewide achievement, approved a series of resolutions related to county operations...Read More
PIEDMONT— A federal appeals court has reinstated a former Piedmont High School football player’s Title IX lawsuit, ruling that allegations involving a football hazing practice...Read More
ALEXANDRIA, AL — The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating an Anniston man wanted in connection with an alleged armed...Read More
Cleburne County Teen to Compete Nationally as Family History Connects to America’s 250th Anniversary
CLEBURNE COUNTY, AL — For many students, qualifying for a national competition is a milestone. For 16-year-old Hudson Lambert Braxton of Cleburne County, that achievement...Read More
PIEDMONT, AL — The Piedmont Ministerial Association will host America’s 250th Birthday Celebration on Saturday, July 4, beginning at 10 a.m. at the Gazebo in...Read More
HEFLIN, AL — The City of Heflin will host its annual Independence Day Celebration on Friday, July 3, at McIntyre Park, featuring a patriotic parade,...Read More
GADSDEN, AL — A new Independence Day celebration is coming to Gadsden as organizers prepare to host the inaugural Freedom Fest on July 3–4 at...Read More
JACKSONVILLE, AL — Residents and visitors are invited to celebrate America’s 250th birthday during the 250 Ladiga Freedom Ride on Sunday, June 28, 2026, along the historic Chief...Read More
RAINBOW CITY, AL — The City of Rainbow City will host its 4th Annual Freedom Flight Drone Show on Saturday, June 27, at the Rainbow...Read More
OXFORD, AL — The City of Oxford will mark America’s 250th anniversary with its annual Freedom Festival on Saturday, July 4, featuring a full day...Read More
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This Week’s Most Wanted by the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office | July 1, 2026
Calhoun County, AL – Each week the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office released...
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Cleburne County Teen to Compete Nationally as Family History Connects to America’s 250th Anniversary
CLEBURNE COUNTY, AL — For many students, qualifying for a national competition...
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Piedmont to Host America’s 250th Birthday Celebration on July 4
PIEDMONT, AL — The Piedmont Ministerial Association will host America’s 250th Birthday...
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Oxford Parks & Recreation to Host Fidget & Trinket Trade Night July 10
OXFORD, AL — Community members of all ages are invited to bring...
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Supreme Court Ruling Affirms Alabama Law on Girls’ School Sports
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — The U.S. Supreme Court issued a decision Wednesday in...
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Jacksonville School Board Reviews Education Endowment, Approves Budget Items and New Principal at the High School
JACKSONVILLE, AL — The Jacksonville City Schools Board of Education conducted its...
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Heflin to Celebrate Independence Day With Parade, Music, Family Activities and Fireworks July 3
HEFLIN, AL — The City of Heflin will host its annual Independence...
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Alabama Adds 64 New First Class Pre-K Classrooms for 2026-27 School Year
MONTGOMERY, AL — Governor Kay Ivey announced Wednesday that Alabama will add...
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Gadsden Freedom Fest Set for July 3–4 with Hot Air Balloons, Concerts and Fireworks
GADSDEN, AL — A new Independence Day celebration is coming to Gadsden...
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Piedmont to Host America’s 250th Birthday Celebration on July 4
PIEDMONT, AL — The Piedmont Ministerial Association will host America’s 250th Birthday...
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Oxford Parks & Recreation to Host Fidget & Trinket Trade Night July 10
OXFORD, AL — Community members of all ages are invited to bring...
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Heflin to Celebrate Independence Day With Parade, Music, Family Activities and Fireworks July 3
HEFLIN, AL — The City of Heflin will host its annual Independence...
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Gadsden Freedom Fest Set for July 3–4 with Hot Air Balloons, Concerts and Fireworks
GADSDEN, AL — A new Independence Day celebration is coming to Gadsden...
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NEABA to Host Annual Fourth of July Watermelon Ride on Horseblock Mountain
ANNISTON, Ala. — Cyclists from across the region are invited to celebrate...
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Christmas in July Event Planned for Jacksonville Community Center
JACKSONVILLE, AL — A community Christmas in July celebration is scheduled for...
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Jacksonville to Host 250 Ladiga Freedom Ride on June 28
JACKSONVILLE, AL — Residents and visitors are invited to celebrate America’s 250th birthday...
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Lee Greenwood to Perform in Oxford on June 27
OXFORD, AL — Country music artist Lee Greenwood is scheduled to perform...
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Jacksonville Library to Host Reverse Coloring Program for Teens and Tweens
JACKSONVILLE, AL — The Jacksonville Public Library will host a “Reverse Coloring...
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This Week’s Most Wanted by the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office | July 1, 2026
Calhoun County, AL – Each week the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office released...
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Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public’s Help in Property Crime Investigation, Highlights Catch of the Week
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating...
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Alexandria Mourns the Loss of State Champion Wrestler Ryan Lambert, 16
State-champion Alexandria wrestler confirmed as 16-year-old victim in Friday night single-vehicle crash...
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Calhoun County Gardening – Build a Stronger Landscape with Shrubs and Ornamental Grasses
Calhoun County, AL – Creating a beautiful, long-lasting landscape starts with investing in...
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Start and Expand Your Community Supported Agriculture Program with Confidence
For small-scale growers and market gardeners exploring Community Supported Agriculture beginners’ options,...
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Alexandria Teen Dies Following Single-Vehicle Crash in Calhoun County
Alexandria, AL – A 16-year-old Alexandria resident has died following a single-vehicle...
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Oxford Parks & Recreation to Host Fidget & Trinket Trade Night July 10
OXFORD, AL — Community members of all ages are invited to bring...
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US Cops: That’s Not My Name!
Oxford, AL – First Responders is a compelling German documentary series that...
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Oxford Investigator Jaclyn Willis Receives Alabama Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award
MONTGOMERY, AL — Oxford Police Department Investigator Jaclyn Willis was recognized as...
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Lee Greenwood to Perform in Oxford on June 27
OXFORD, AL — Country music artist Lee Greenwood is scheduled to perform...
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Oxford Council Recognizes Champions, Police Promotions, Approves Resolutions
OXFORD, AL — The Oxford City Council met Tuesday, June 23, recognizing...
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Oxford to Celebrate America’s 250th with Expanded Freedom Festival and Fireworks Show
OXFORD, AL — The City of Oxford will mark America’s 250th anniversary...
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Jacksonville School Board Reviews Education Endowment, Approves Budget Items and New Principal at the High School
JACKSONVILLE, AL — The Jacksonville City Schools Board of Education conducted its...
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Jacksonville Father Develops Free Math App to Make Learning Times Tables Fun
JACKSONVILLE, AL. — A Jacksonville father has turned a personal challenge into...
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Jacksonville Mayor Mark Jones Receives National NFHS Officials’ Citation
JACKSONVILLE, AL — Jacksonville Mayor Mark Jones was recognized by the National...
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Christmas in July Event Planned for Jacksonville Community Center
JACKSONVILLE, AL — A community Christmas in July celebration is scheduled for...
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Jacksonville to Host 250 Ladiga Freedom Ride on June 28
JACKSONVILLE, AL — Residents and visitors are invited to celebrate America’s 250th birthday...
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Jacksonville Library to Host Reverse Coloring Program for Teens and Tweens
JACKSONVILLE, AL — The Jacksonville Public Library will host a “Reverse Coloring...
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Evening Bat Hike Planned at Weaver Cave Preserve
ANNISTON, AL — Residents will have an opportunity to explore the nocturnal...
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Calhoun County Golf Honors Announced as Stokes, Wood Earn Player of the Year Recognition
Calhoun County, AL – Alexandria’s Stokes player of year for girls, and...
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Weaver Names Amanda Noah as New Varsity Volleyball Coach
After coaching junior high and JV volleyball, Noah to take over Weaver’s...
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Georgia-Alabama Land Trust to Host Wildflower Walk at Weaver Cave Preserve
Weaver, AL – The Georgia-Alabama Land Trust will host a guided Wildflower Walk...
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11th Annual Alabama Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony Concludes National Police Week in Anniston
Anniston, AL – The culmination of National Police Week in Calhoun County took...
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Weaver Boys Golf Makes School History with State Team Qualification; Capps Co-Medalist at Substate
Weaver’s boys take second, qualify for state as a team for the...
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RMC President Keith Parrott Named to Alabama Hospital Association Board of Trustees
MONTGOMERY, AL — Keith A. Parrott, President and Chief Executive Officer of...
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NEABA to Host Annual Fourth of July Watermelon Ride on Horseblock Mountain
ANNISTON, Ala. — Cyclists from across the region are invited to celebrate...
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Anniston Heritage Festival to Feature Ginuwine as 2026 Headliner
ANNISTON, AL — The City of Anniston has announced that R&B artist...
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Anniston Man Sought in Alexandria Armed Robbery Investigation
ALEXANDRIA, AL — The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s...
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United Way to End Emergency Shelter Operations at Martha’s Hope in Anniston
ANNISTON, AL — Emergency shelter services at Martha’s Hope: The Martha Vandervoort...
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Anniston Public Library to Host Monthly All-Ages Game Night
ANNISTON, AL — The Public Library of Anniston-Calhoun County will host its...
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Piedmont Crash Claims Lives of Two Local Women
PIEDMONT, AL — Per Piedmont Police Chief Nathan Johenson, two Piedmont women...
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Federal Appeals Court Revives Title IX Lawsuit Involving Alleged Hazing at Piedmont High School in 2022 Incident
PIEDMONT— A federal appeals court has reinstated a former Piedmont High School...
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Piedmont Public Library to Host Free Summer Reading Program Science Event
PIEDMONT, AL — The Piedmont Public Library will continue its Summer Reading...
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Piedmont Council Hears Police Vehicle Concerns, Addresses Flooding Issues and Approves Key Ordinances
Piedmont Police Chief Nathan Johnson updated the city council on the department’s...
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Maniscalco, Austin Headline 2026 All-Calhoun County Baseball Teams
Oxford’s Maniscalo Calhoun County 4A-6A player of the year, and Piedmont’s Austin...
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Piedmont Library to Host Interactive Magic Show for Summer Reading Program
PIEDMONT, AL — The Piedmont Public Library will host a special Summer...
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Andrew Weathers Claims Gadsden City Championship with One-Stroke Victory at Twin Bridges
Weathers masters first look at Twin Bridges, withstands Cole’s 66 on Sunday...
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Alexandria Mourns the Loss of State Champion Wrestler Ryan Lambert, 16
State-champion Alexandria wrestler confirmed as 16-year-old victim in Friday night single-vehicle crash...
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Hare, Weathers Share Lead After Opening Round of Gadsden City Championship
Gadsden’s Hare, having put in extra practice after daughter’s soccer season ends,...
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LeCroys Capture State Father-Son Golf Title in Playoff Thriller
Jacob, Lewis LeCroy prevail in two-hole playoff to win ninth AGA State...
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Jacksonville Christian’s Tommy Miller Steps Away After 49-Year Coaching Career
While admitting he’s ‘struggling’ with the choice, long-time Jacksonville Christian coach Miller...
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Alexandria Legend Mac Campbell Finally Takes His Place in Calhoun County Sports Hall of Fame
Campbell sees his long-awaited day, at last, inducted as a member of...
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