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Community Spirit Shines at Luncheon Hosted by Councilwoman Sherry Laster

December 9, 2024

Jacksonville, AL — The historic Jacksonville Train Depot was alive with camaraderie...

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US Cops

Shrooms Ain’t Helping: US Cops Documentary Series Featuring Oxford Police Department S3E16

December 9, 2024

Oxford, AL – FIRST RESPONDERS is a captivating documentary series produced by...

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Warming Station

United Way of East Central Alabama Warming Station to Reopen Amid Freezing Temperatures

December 9, 2024

Anniston, AL – In response to the freezing temperatures forecasted for the week,...

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Gamecocks Rout Western Kentucky To Win Conference USA Championship

Jax State Secures 26th Conference Title with Dominant Victory Over Western Kentucky

December 9, 2024

Jacksonville, AL – The Jacksonville State Gamecocks turned heartbreak into triumph Friday night,...

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This Week’s Schedule

December 9, 2024

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

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November Monthly Activity Report: Insights from the Piedmont Police Department

December 9, 2024

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

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Prep basketball

Prep Basketball

December 9, 2024

Calhoun County, AL – Lewis scores 21 points, but Oxford boys fall...

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Challenger Learning Center of Northeast Alabama Names Executive Director

Challenger Learning Center of Northeast Alabama Welcomes Dr. Farrah Hayes as Executive Director

December 9, 2024

Gadsden, AL – The Challenger Learning Center of Northeast Alabama has announced the...

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Jackson quarterback Landon Duckworth sets to throw as lineman Steven Taite (50) and back Gavin Jackson (26) block up front (Photo by David Holtsford/AHSAA)

Action Jackson

December 9, 2024

Birmingham, AL – QB Duckworth leads the way as top-ranked Jackson wins first...

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Berman Book Club

Berman Book Club at Anniston Museums and Gardens: A Historical Journey Through Fiction

December 9, 2024

Anniston, AL – The Anniston Museums and Gardens invites literature enthusiasts and...

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North Pole Fa-La-La-La Follies

Jacksonville Library to Host “The North Pole Fa-La-La-La Follies” Talent Show

December 5, 2024

Jacksonville, AL  — Get ready for a festive and fun-filled afternoon at...

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This Friday: “The Stallings Standard” Documentary Premiere in Oxford

December 4, 2024

Oxford, AL – This Friday, December 6, 2024, the highly anticipated documentary...

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Jax State in Lights to Spark Holiday Cheer

November 22, 2024

Jacksonville, AL –Jacksonville State University is set to brighten the holiday season...

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Jacksonville Spice

Spice It Up at the Jacksonville Public Library: Monthly Spice Kits Available

November 19, 2024

Jacksonville, AL – The Jacksonville Public Library is spicing up 2025 with an...

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Cornerstone Church Partners with BUY A TREE. CHANGE A LIFE. to Support Children Globally and Locally

Cornerstone Church Partners with BUY A TREE. CHANGE A LIFE. to Support Children Globally and Locally

November 19, 2024

Anniston, AL – Cornerstone Church in Anniston is once again spreading holiday...

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Food Drive

The Jim & Shirley Justice Center Launch Urgent Donation Drive for Those in Need

November 19, 2024

Anniston, AL – The Jim & Shirley Justice Center, headquarters of the Calhoun...

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Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving Events Near and Around Calhoun County Community

November 18, 2024

Calhoun County, AL – There are many Thanksgiving events being held in...

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JSU Chamber Winds

Jax State’s Chamber Winds and Symphonic Band to Host Fall Concert

November 18, 2024

  Jacksonville, AL — The David L. Walters Department of Music at...

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This week’s schedule

This Week’s Schedule

December 9, 2024

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

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Prep basketball

Prep Basketball

December 9, 2024

Calhoun County, AL – Lewis scores 21 points, but Oxford boys fall...

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Challenger Learning Center of Northeast Alabama Names Executive Director

Challenger Learning Center of Northeast Alabama Welcomes Dr. Farrah Hayes as Executive Director

December 9, 2024

Gadsden, AL – The Challenger Learning Center of Northeast Alabama has announced the...

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A District of Champions

Calhoun County Schools: A District of Champions

December 6, 2024

Calhoun County, AL – Calhoun County Schools (CCS) capped off an extraordinary fall...

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Prep basketball

Prep Basketball

December 6, 2024

Carrollton, GA  – Alexander’s monster third quarter highlights Oxford’s victory. Sparks leads...

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Landscape By Adding Annual Seeds

Calhoun County Gardening – Enhance Your Landscape: The Vibrant Role of Annual Flowers in Your Garden Design

December 6, 2024

Calhoun County, AL – When you have planted your basic shrubs and...

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US Cops

Shrooms Ain’t Helping: US Cops Documentary Series Featuring Oxford Police Department S3E16

December 9, 2024

Oxford, AL – FIRST RESPONDERS is a captivating documentary series produced by...

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Prep basketball

Prep Basketball

December 6, 2024

Carrollton, GA  – Alexander’s monster third quarter highlights Oxford’s victory. Sparks leads...

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Loyal to the end

Loyal to the End

December 5, 2024

 Oxford, AL – More than a year after committing, Oxford’s record-setting Mims...

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FabArc Steel Supply

FabArc Steel Supply Becomes Alabama’s Largest 100% Employee-Owned Steel Subcontractor

December 4, 2024

Oxford, AL – Tom Adams Named Chairman to Lead Company into a New...

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Rainbow-Omega

This Friday: “The Stallings Standard” Documentary Premiere in Oxford

December 4, 2024

Oxford, AL – This Friday, December 6, 2024, the highly anticipated documentary...

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SPRING STREET STATION RIBBON-CUTTING MARKS RENOVATION OF HISTORIC OXFORD DEPOT

Spring Street Station to hold December Opening in Downtown Oxford, Restoring Historic Depot

November 30, 2024

Oxford, AL — Spring Street Station, the newest addition to downtown Oxford’s...

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Train Station

Community Spirit Shines at Luncheon Hosted by Councilwoman Sherry Laster

December 9, 2024

Jacksonville, AL — The historic Jacksonville Train Depot was alive with camaraderie...

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Gamecocks Rout Western Kentucky To Win Conference USA Championship

Jax State Secures 26th Conference Title with Dominant Victory Over Western Kentucky

December 9, 2024

Jacksonville, AL – The Jacksonville State Gamecocks turned heartbreak into triumph Friday night,...

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Sweet spot

Sweet Spot

December 9, 2024

Jacksonville, AL – With Jax State’s first-year FBS success now confirmed with...

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Jacksonville Man Killed in Four-Vehicle Crash in Etowah County

December 8, 2024

Etowah County, AL — A tragic four-vehicle crash on U.S. 431 near...

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Prep basketball

Prep Basketball

December 6, 2024

Carrollton, GA  – Alexander’s monster third quarter highlights Oxford’s victory. Sparks leads...

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North Pole Fa-La-La-La Follies

Jacksonville Library to Host “The North Pole Fa-La-La-La Follies” Talent Show

December 5, 2024

Jacksonville, AL  — Get ready for a festive and fun-filled afternoon at...

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Local Author

Local Author Daniel Alexander Set to Release Gritty Novel Exploring Wrestling and Resilience

December 6, 2024

Weaver, AL — Local author and publisher Daniel Harrington (pen name of Daniel...

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A District of Champions

Calhoun County Schools: A District of Champions

December 6, 2024

Calhoun County, AL – Calhoun County Schools (CCS) capped off an extraordinary fall...

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Weaver volleyball standout Jadey Hatten-Rivera, surrounded by family and Southern Union coaches, signs to play for the Bison. The Southern Union coaches present are (standing, from left) assistant Regina Smith and head coach Ametrice Jackson. (Photo by Joe Medley)

Weaver Wild Card

November 20, 2024

Weaver, AL – Honored that Southern Union assistant coach fought for her,...

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Weaver’s girls’ wrestling team, shown here at Gulf Shores last weekend, swept two duals at Phenix City on Tuesday. (Submitted photo)

Prep Roundup

November 20, 2024

Phenix City, AL – Weaver’s girls’ wrestling team sweeps duals with Central-Phenix City,...

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Weaver’s D.J. Marbury drives the lane against White Plains on Friday at Weaver. (Photo by Brad Campbell/For East Alabama Sports Today)

Prep Basketball

November 16, 2024

Weaver, AL – Benjamin leads balanced effort as Weaver boys top White Plains....

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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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Warming Station

United Way of East Central Alabama Warming Station to Reopen Amid Freezing Temperatures

December 9, 2024

Anniston, AL – In response to the freezing temperatures forecasted for the week,...

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Berman Book Club

Berman Book Club at Anniston Museums and Gardens: A Historical Journey Through Fiction

December 9, 2024

Anniston, AL – The Anniston Museums and Gardens invites literature enthusiasts and...

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Anniston Runners Club Christmas Run & Local Benefit

Run for Lily: Anniston Runners Club Hosts Christmas Tree Route Run to Support a Brave 7-Year-Old

December 6, 2024

Anniston, AL – The Anniston Runners Club is inviting the community to participate...

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Chief Ladiga Trail Progress Update!

Chief Ladiga Trail Extension: Progress Update

December 6, 2024

Anniston, AL – Significant progress has been made on Anniston’s extension of...

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Jaquez Wilkes breaks open for one of his five touchdown runs in Wadley’s 37-7 victory over Maplesville in Thursday’s Class 1A state title game. (Photo by David Holtsford/AHSAA)

Wadley on Top for Anniston

December 6, 2024

Birmingham, AL – Wilkes keeps Wadley rushing machine rolling with 312 yards...

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Anniston Woman Fatally Struck in Pedestrian Accident on McClellan Boulevard

Anniston Woman Fatally Struck in Pedestrian Accident on McClellan Boulevard

December 5, 2024

Anniston, AL — In the early hours of December 5, 2024, the...

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Piedmont-Police-Stats

November Monthly Activity Report: Insights from the Piedmont Police Department

December 9, 2024

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

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Rollie’s record

Rollie’s Record

December 4, 2024

Piedmont, AL – In a year, Piedmont’s Pinto goes from ACL injury...

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Prep Basketball

December 4, 2024

Piedmont, AL – Pinto’s big week continues, leads Piedmont to season-opening victory....

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Piedmont players rush the field after clinching their Class 3A quarterfinal victory over Fyffe on Friday. (Photo by Ken Grissom/For East Alabama Sports Today)

Playoff Scoreboard

November 23, 2024

Calhoun County, AL – Friday’s statewide playoff scores, as gathered by the...

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Piedmont’s Kale Austin leads the charge of Bulldog defenders who stopped Fyffe’s two-point conversion attempt in overtime on Friday. (Photo by Ken Grissom/For East Alabama Sports Today)

Piedmont to Semis

November 23, 2024

Piedmont, AL – Piedmont comes up with two key stops, including two-point conversion...

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City Of Piedmont Council Regular Meeting

November 21, 2024

Piedmont, AL – During the Tuesday evening Piedmont City Work Session, Mayor Bill...

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This week’s schedule

This Week’s Schedule

December 9, 2024

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

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Prep basketball

Prep Basketball

December 9, 2024

Calhoun County, AL – Lewis scores 21 points, but Oxford boys fall...

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Jackson quarterback Landon Duckworth sets to throw as lineman Steven Taite (50) and back Gavin Jackson (26) block up front (Photo by David Holtsford/AHSAA)

Action Jackson

December 9, 2024

Birmingham, AL – QB Duckworth leads the way as top-ranked Jackson wins first...

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Sweet spot

Sweet Spot

December 9, 2024

Jacksonville, AL – With Jax State’s first-year FBS success now confirmed with...

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Prep basketball

Prep Basketball

December 6, 2024

Carrollton, GA  – Alexander’s monster third quarter highlights Oxford’s victory. Sparks leads...

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Jaquez Wilkes breaks open for one of his five touchdown runs in Wadley’s 37-7 victory over Maplesville in Thursday’s Class 1A state title game. (Photo by David Holtsford/AHSAA)

Wadley on Top for Anniston

December 6, 2024

Birmingham, AL – Wilkes keeps Wadley rushing machine rolling with 312 yards...

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