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Ayers One Stop Ribbon Cutting

Gadsden State Celebrates Anniston Ayers One Stop Center Ribbon Cutting with Community Leaders

April 28, 2025

ANNISTON, AL — Gadsden State Community College celebrated a major milestone today...

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Master Gardener

Anniston’s Lunch and Learn Series Cultivates Knowledge for Garden Enthusiasts

April 28, 2025

ANNISTON, AL  — Garden lovers and community members have a new reason...

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AmFirst announced its Rising Star scholarship winner

AmFirst Announces 2024–2025 Rising Star Scholarship Winners, Featuring Calhoun County Winner Bentley Bean

April 28, 2025

Birmingham, AL – AmFirst proudly celebrated the outstanding achievements of high school seniors...

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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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Outstanding students recognized at Honors Day - Ayers Campus

Gadsden State Celebrates Student Success at 59th Annual Honors Day Event at Anniston Campus

April 28, 2025

ANNISTON, AL — Gadsden State Community College recently celebrated academic excellence and...

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Crime Stoppers

Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public’s Help in Solving Recent Property Crimes as well Highlights ‘Catch of the Week’

April 27, 2025

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

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Upcoming CAST Kidz Play

CAST Kidz Presents Alice in Wonderland, Jr. at JSU McClellan Theatre in Anniston

April 27, 2025

Anniston, AL — Get ready for a magical journey down the rabbit hole...

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Annual Candlelight Vigil

Candlelight Vigil to Honor Fallen Law Enforcement Officers at Centennial Memorial Park in Anniston

April 27, 2025

Anniston, AL — Alabama Concerns of Police Survivors (COPS) invites the community to...

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Tea with Marie

Anniston Library to Host Best-Selling Author Marie Bostwick for Special Book Talk

April 27, 2025

ANNISTON, AL – The Public Library of Anniston-Calhoun County is inviting the...

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Master Gardener

Anniston’s Lunch and Learn Series Cultivates Knowledge for Garden Enthusiasts

April 28, 2025

ANNISTON, AL  — Garden lovers and community members have a new reason...

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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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Upcoming CAST Kidz Play

CAST Kidz Presents Alice in Wonderland, Jr. at JSU McClellan Theatre in Anniston

April 27, 2025

Anniston, AL — Get ready for a magical journey down the rabbit hole...

Read More >>
Annual Candlelight Vigil

Candlelight Vigil to Honor Fallen Law Enforcement Officers at Centennial Memorial Park in Anniston

April 27, 2025

Anniston, AL — Alabama Concerns of Police Survivors (COPS) invites the community to...

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Tea with Marie

Anniston Library to Host Best-Selling Author Marie Bostwick for Special Book Talk

April 27, 2025

ANNISTON, AL – The Public Library of Anniston-Calhoun County is inviting the...

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Steve Marshall

Attorney General Steve Marshall to Speak at Special Calhoun County Republicans Event

April 27, 2025

Saks, AL – The Calhoun County Republicans invite the community to a...

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May 1 rally, Oxford, AL

Oxford Residents to Join Nationwide May Day Rally Advocating for Workers’ Rights and Community Investment

April 27, 2025

Oxford, AL — Workers, immigrants, students, and families from Oxford and surrounding...

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INterntional Bereaved Mother's Day

Redbird Willow Farm to Host International Bereaved Mother’s Day Event with Special Guest Siran Stacy

April 27, 2025

ANNISTON, AL – Redbird Willow Farm will host a heartfelt gathering in...

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Alabama State Championshis

Oxford Set to Host State Closed Table Tennis Tournament on May 3-4, 2025

April 27, 2025

Anniston, AL – The Alabama Table Tennis Association is bringing an exciting...

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AmFirst announced its Rising Star scholarship winner

AmFirst Announces 2024–2025 Rising Star Scholarship Winners, Featuring Calhoun County Winner Bentley Bean

April 28, 2025

Birmingham, AL – AmFirst proudly celebrated the outstanding achievements of high school seniors...

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Crime Stoppers

Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public’s Help in Solving Recent Property Crimes as well Highlights ‘Catch of the Week’

April 27, 2025

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

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Steve Marshall

Attorney General Steve Marshall to Speak at Special Calhoun County Republicans Event

April 27, 2025

Saks, AL – The Calhoun County Republicans invite the community to a...

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Iris Greenery in Landscapes

Calhoun County Gardening – Iris: A Blooming Beauty and a Greenery Staple for Every Garden

April 26, 2025

Calhoun County, AL – We celebrate the iris easily for its colorful...

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Hobson City Flag

Hobson City Unveils Its First-Ever Town Flag, A Symbol of Unity and Resilience

April 26, 2025

HOBSON CITY, AL — In a historic milestone for Alabama’s first incorporated...

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Go Build Alabama Launches Statewide Training Page to Meet Skilled Trades Demand

Go Build Alabama Launches Updated Training Page to Expand Skilled Trades Access

April 26, 2025

Montgomery, AL – Go Build Alabama has launched an updated Training Page aimed...

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May 1 rally, Oxford, AL

Oxford Residents to Join Nationwide May Day Rally Advocating for Workers’ Rights and Community Investment

April 27, 2025

Oxford, AL — Workers, immigrants, students, and families from Oxford and surrounding...

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Alabama State Championshis

Oxford Set to Host State Closed Table Tennis Tournament on May 3-4, 2025

April 27, 2025

Anniston, AL – The Alabama Table Tennis Association is bringing an exciting...

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Atlanta pops

“A Night at the Popera” Coming to Oxford Performing Arts Center May 2

April 26, 2025

Oxford, AL – The Oxford Performing Arts Center is set to host...

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US Cops

Honesty Goes A Long Way: US Cops Documentary Series Featuring Oxford Police Department S3E52

April 25, 2025

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

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CASA Vigil

Calhoun County Community Unites for Third Annual Candlelight Vigil Against Child Abuse

April 24, 2025

Oxford, AL — In solemn unity and shared hope, the Oxford community...

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Oxford Government Day

Oxford Students Step Into City Government Roles for a Day of Civic Learning and Laughter

April 24, 2025

Oxford, AL – April 23, 2025 — Oxford High School students swapped...

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Jacksonville Woman Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash on U.S. 431

Jacksonville Woman Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash on U.S. 431

April 26, 2025

CALHOUN COUNTY, AL  — A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 8:45...

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Terry Wilson reelection campaign announcement

Councilman Terry Wilson Announces Reelection Bid for Jacksonville City Council Place 3

April 24, 2025

JACKSONVILLE, AL — Councilman Terry Wilson has formally announced his campaign for...

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100 Miles Alabama

Jacksonville to Host Free Kickoff Event for 100 Alabama Miles Challenge on May 3

April 24, 2025

Jacksonville, AL — The 100 Alabama Miles Challenge is kicking off in...

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Jax Diploma

Jacksonville State University to Admit Graduates with Alabama’s Option B High School Diploma

April 22, 2025

JACKSONVILLE, AL — Jacksonville State University will begin admitting students who complete...

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Jax State Expands Support for Military-Affiliated Students, Earns 2025–26 Military Friendly® School Designation

Jacksonville State University Earns Military Friendly® School Designation for 2025–26, Expands Military Tuition Rate to Include Veterans

April 21, 2025

Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University (JSU) has once again been recognized...

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Jacksonville players celebrate Saturday after Xaye Lemon scored the walk-off run in the fifth inning of Game 3 of the their first-round Class 5A playoff series against John Carroll Catholic. (Photo by Joe Medley/East Alabama Sports Today)

Golden Moment

April 21, 2025

Jacksonville, AL – After coming back to force Game 3, Jacksonville walks it...

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Weaver’s Ashlyn Coleman hits one of her two home runs against Wellborn on Thursday. She finished with nine RBIs. (Photo by Brad Campbell/sport-shutter.com)

Spring Roundup in Calhoun County

April 18, 2025

Weaver’s Coleman slams two home runs, amasses nine RBIs. Alexandria’s Carr perfect...

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Weaver’s Brandon Jolliff puts pen to paper Wednesday as Weaver coach Andy Fulmer watches in the school library. (Photo by Joe Medley/East Alabama Sports Today)

Jolliff’s Path

April 18, 2025

Weaver, AL – Weaver senior, state-champion wrestler headed to U.S. Marine Corps, University...

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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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Jah-Ray Gutierrez scored Anniston’s first-ever Calhoun County gold medal in the pole vault at last year’s Calhoun County meet at Choccolocco Park. This year’s county meet is Tuesday and Wednesday at Choccolocco Park. (Submitted photo)

This Week’s Calhoun County Schedule

April 14, 2025

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

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Robotics

Calhoun County Robotics Tournament: A Celebration of Innovation and Community Spirit

April 12, 2025

Oxford, AL – The inaugural Calhoun County Robotics Tournament took place on April...

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Weaver High School Hosts Emotional and Impactful Prom Promise Event

Weaver High School Hosts Emotional and Impactful “Prom Promise” Event

April 11, 2025

Weaver, AL – As high school prom season approaches, Weaver High School...

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Ayers One Stop Ribbon Cutting

Gadsden State Celebrates Anniston Ayers One Stop Center Ribbon Cutting with Community Leaders

April 28, 2025

ANNISTON, AL — Gadsden State Community College celebrated a major milestone today...

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Master Gardener

Anniston’s Lunch and Learn Series Cultivates Knowledge for Garden Enthusiasts

April 28, 2025

ANNISTON, AL  — Garden lovers and community members have a new reason...

Read More >>
Outstanding students recognized at Honors Day - Ayers Campus

Gadsden State Celebrates Student Success at 59th Annual Honors Day Event at Anniston Campus

April 28, 2025

ANNISTON, AL — Gadsden State Community College recently celebrated academic excellence and...

Read More >>
Upcoming CAST Kidz Play

CAST Kidz Presents Alice in Wonderland, Jr. at JSU McClellan Theatre in Anniston

April 27, 2025

Anniston, AL — Get ready for a magical journey down the rabbit hole...

Read More >>
Annual Candlelight Vigil

Candlelight Vigil to Honor Fallen Law Enforcement Officers at Centennial Memorial Park in Anniston

April 27, 2025

Anniston, AL — Alabama Concerns of Police Survivors (COPS) invites the community to...

Read More >>
Tea with Marie

Anniston Library to Host Best-Selling Author Marie Bostwick for Special Book Talk

April 27, 2025

ANNISTON, AL – The Public Library of Anniston-Calhoun County is inviting the...

Read More >>

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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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Piedmont-City-Council

Piedmont City Council Approves New Ordinances, Equipment Purchases, and Arbor Day Proclamation at April Meeting

April 16, 2025

Piedmont, AL – The City Council of Piedmont met Tuesday evening for their...

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Jah-Ray Gutierrez scored Anniston’s first-ever Calhoun County gold medal in the pole vault at last year’s Calhoun County meet at Choccolocco Park. This year’s county meet is Tuesday and Wednesday at Choccolocco Park. (Submitted photo)

This Week’s Calhoun County Schedule

April 14, 2025

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

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Spring roundup

Spring Roundup in Calhoun County

April 10, 2025

Calhoun County, AL – Donoho’s boys, girls dominate Red Wilder tennis. Oxford’s Whaley,...

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Piedmont Crime Stats

March Monthly Activity Report: Insights from the Piedmont Police Department

April 9, 2025

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

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Hope Christian’s Eli Bozeman watches the flight of his two-run double in the first inning of the Saints’ AISA quarterfinal series with South Choctaw on Tuesday at Oxford’s Big Jack Stovall Sports Complex.

Home Fireworks

April 23, 2025

Oxford, AL – Brooks pays emotional tribute to brother after Hope Christian sweeps...

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Spring Roundup

Calhoun County Spring Round Up

April 22, 2025

Calhoun County, AL – Luna and Steward come through in the eighth inning,...

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Alexandria’s Bray Goode prays before pitching against Dora in last week’s first-round playoff series. The AHSAA second round and AISA quarterfinals are this week. (Photo by Joe Medley/East Alabama Sports Today)

This Week’s Calhoun County Sports Schedule

April 21, 2025

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

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Donoho’s girls, the 2025 Class 4A-5A Section 5 runners up. (Submitted photo)

Tennis Sectionals

April 21, 2025

Hoover, AL – Donoho girls take second at Class 4A-5A Section 5 tournament,...

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Spring roundup

Spring Roundup in Calhoun County

April 21, 2025

Hoover, AL – Alexandria splits at Hoover, and Pleasant Valley splits. Munford, Southside...

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Jacksonville players celebrate Saturday after Xaye Lemon scored the walk-off run in the fifth inning of Game 3 of the their first-round Class 5A playoff series against John Carroll Catholic. (Photo by Joe Medley/East Alabama Sports Today)

Golden Moment

April 21, 2025

Jacksonville, AL – After coming back to force Game 3, Jacksonville walks it...

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