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11 28 2023 Calhoun County Sheriff Most Wanted Cover

Most Wanted in Calhoun County | November 28, 2023

November 28, 2023

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

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Jacksonville City Council

Jacksonville City Council Meeting, November 27th, 2023

November 28, 2023

Jacksonville, AL –The Jacksonville City Council met for  their scheduled City Council...

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Oxford’s Brayden Cochran poses with Snead State Community College golf coach Sam Holcomb during Monday’s ceremony to celebrate Cochran’s signing. (Photo by Joe Medley)

From Baseball Setback to Golf Triumph: Oxford’s Brayden Cochran’s Journey to Snead State Community College

November 28, 2023

Oxford, AL – Injury in baseball turned focus to golf, and Oxford’s Cochran...

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APD Toy Drive

Anniston Police Department Launches Annual Christmas Toy Drive, Invites Community Participation

November 28, 2023

Anniston, AL — The Anniston Police Department is spreading holiday cheer with...

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Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor – Opinion Piece Regarding Widowmaker Heart Attacks

November 28, 2023

Calhoun County, AL – We believe that all our residents deserve to...

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Kick Off the Holidays on Campus

Jacksonville State University Rings in the Festive Season with Christmas Kickoff Extravaganza

November 28, 2023

Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University (JSU) invites the community to join...

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Prep basketball

Calhoun County High School Basketball Roundup

November 28, 2023

Calhoun County, AL –Piedmont boys open Glover era with victory, and Pope...

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Anniston Gears Up for Festive December with Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony

November 26, 2023

Anniston, AL – As the holiday spirit sweeps through the city, the...

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Jacksonville State’s Perry Carter reaches to catch a pass during the Gamecocks’ Conference USA game at New Mexico State on Saturday. (Photo by Brandon Phillips/Jax State)

Jacksonville Gamecocks Still Make History Despite Loss

November 26, 2023

Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State falls to New Mexico State on game-ending field...

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APD Toy Drive

Anniston Police Department Launches Annual Christmas Toy Drive, Invites Community Participation

November 28, 2023

Anniston, AL — The Anniston Police Department is spreading holiday cheer with...

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Kick Off the Holidays on Campus

Jacksonville State University Rings in the Festive Season with Christmas Kickoff Extravaganza

November 28, 2023

Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University (JSU) invites the community to join...

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Anniston Gears Up for Festive December with Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony

November 26, 2023

Anniston, AL – As the holiday spirit sweeps through the city, the...

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Josh Turner’s Long Black Train 20th Anniversary Tour to Illuminate Oxford Performing Arts Center

November 26, 2023

Oxford, AL – Fans of classic country music are in for a...

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Anniston Public Library Hosts Festive Extravaganza: Photos with Santa and More

November 26, 2023

Anniston, AL – On Monday, December 4th, the Anniston Public Library is...

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ACDT Winter Show Promises Enchanting Performances and Festive Atmosphere in Oxford

November 26, 2023

Oxford, AL – Get ready to kick off the holiday season with...

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Jacksonville Tree Lighting and Parade Coming Soon

Jacksonville Gears Up for a Double Dose of Holiday Magic: Tree Lighting and Christmas Parade

November 25, 2023

Jacksonville, AL – The city of Jacksonville is set to transform into...

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merry Little Christmas Market

YMCA of Calhoun County Presents Merry Little Christmas Market: A Festive Shopping Extravaganza

November 25, 2023

Calhoun County, AL –  The holiday spirit will be in full swing...

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I spy!

Anniston Museum and Gardens Hosts I Spy! Event: A Christmas Truce

November 25, 2023

Anniston, AL – On Saturday, December 2nd, the Anniston Museum and Gardens will...

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11 28 2023 Calhoun County Sheriff Most Wanted Cover

Most Wanted in Calhoun County | November 28, 2023

November 28, 2023

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

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Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor – Opinion Piece Regarding Widowmaker Heart Attacks

November 28, 2023

Calhoun County, AL – We believe that all our residents deserve to...

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Prep basketball

Calhoun County High School Basketball Roundup

November 28, 2023

Calhoun County, AL –Piedmont boys open Glover era with victory, and Pope...

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merry Little Christmas Market

YMCA of Calhoun County Presents Merry Little Christmas Market: A Festive Shopping Extravaganza

November 25, 2023

Calhoun County, AL –  The holiday spirit will be in full swing...

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Jacksonville senior Charlie Wright shows emotion in the final minutes of the Golden Eagles’ 44-20 loss to top-ranked Catholic-Montgomery in Friday’s Class 4A quarterfinal at Golden Eagle Stadium. (Photo by Greg Warren/For East Alabama Sports Today)

Statewide Scoreboard

November 25, 2023

Scores from Friday’s Alabama High School Athletic Association playoff games and pairings...

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Governor Ivey Proclaims Small Business Saturday, Voices Unwavering Support for Alabama Small Businesses

Statewide Support Encouraged for Alabama’s Thriving Small Business Community

November 24, 2023

Montgomery, AL – In a show of unwavering support for Alabama’s small...

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Oxford’s Brayden Cochran poses with Snead State Community College golf coach Sam Holcomb during Monday’s ceremony to celebrate Cochran’s signing. (Photo by Joe Medley)

From Baseball Setback to Golf Triumph: Oxford’s Brayden Cochran’s Journey to Snead State Community College

November 28, 2023

Oxford, AL – Injury in baseball turned focus to golf, and Oxford’s Cochran...

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Josh Turner’s Long Black Train 20th Anniversary Tour to Illuminate Oxford Performing Arts Center

November 26, 2023

Oxford, AL – Fans of classic country music are in for a...

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ACDT Winter Show Promises Enchanting Performances and Festive Atmosphere in Oxford

November 26, 2023

Oxford, AL – Get ready to kick off the holiday season with...

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Peter Noone

Step into a Nostalgic Wonderland: An Olde English Christmas with Peter Noone in Oxford

November 22, 2023

Oxford, AL – Experience the magic of an Olde English Christmas with the...

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All-Calhoun Co. XC

All-Calhoun County Cross County

November 22, 2023

Calhoun County, AL – White Plains, Oxford sweep top honors on 2023 East...

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Southside girls, winners of the Champions’ Thanksgiving Classic. (Submitted photo)

Calhoun County Hoops Heat Up: Jacksonville Boys Shine Beyond the Arc, Oxford Triumphs in Fairfield Tourney

November 22, 2023

Calhoun County, AL – Barksdale, Weaver help Jacksonville boys outshoot Plainview from behind...

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Jacksonville City Council

Jacksonville City Council Meeting, November 27th, 2023

November 28, 2023

Jacksonville, AL –The Jacksonville City Council met for  their scheduled City Council...

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Kick Off the Holidays on Campus

Jacksonville State University Rings in the Festive Season with Christmas Kickoff Extravaganza

November 28, 2023

Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University (JSU) invites the community to join...

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Prep basketball

Calhoun County High School Basketball Roundup

November 28, 2023

Calhoun County, AL –Piedmont boys open Glover era with victory, and Pope...

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Jacksonville State’s Perry Carter reaches to catch a pass during the Gamecocks’ Conference USA game at New Mexico State on Saturday. (Photo by Brandon Phillips/Jax State)

Jacksonville Gamecocks Still Make History Despite Loss

November 26, 2023

Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State falls to New Mexico State on game-ending field...

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Jacksonville Tree Lighting and Parade Coming Soon

Jacksonville Gears Up for a Double Dose of Holiday Magic: Tree Lighting and Christmas Parade

November 25, 2023

Jacksonville, AL – The city of Jacksonville is set to transform into...

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Jacksonville quarterback Jim Ogle scrambles in Friday’s Class 4A quarterfinal game against Catholic-Montgomery. (Photo by Greg Warren/For East Alabama Sports Today)

Jacksonville’s Clipped Wing

November 25, 2023

Jacksonville, AL – Catholic-Montgomery validates its top ranking in 44-20 victory over Jacksonville,...

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Southside girls, winners of the Champions’ Thanksgiving Classic. (Submitted photo)

Calhoun County Hoops Heat Up: Jacksonville Boys Shine Beyond the Arc, Oxford Triumphs in Fairfield Tourney

November 22, 2023

Calhoun County, AL – Barksdale, Weaver help Jacksonville boys outshoot Plainview from behind...

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Prep basketball

Calhoun County Prep Basketball

November 17, 2023

Calhoun County, AL – Oxford boys hold off Plainview, and Jacksonville rolls past...

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WOMAN'S SELF DEFENSE COURSE

Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Empowers Citizens with Free Women’s Self-Defense Course

November 4, 2023

Weaver, AL – The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office boasts a team of certified...

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KeShawn Allen breaks an 80-yard touchdown run against Pleasant Valley on Thursday. (Photo by Greg Warren/For East Alabama Sports Today)

Seasons End and New Beginnings: Weaver Dominates Pleasant Valley in Coach Cofer’s Debut Year

November 3, 2023

Pleasant Valley – Weaver ends first season under Cofer with 46-0 victory over...

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Ky’dric Fisher catches a touchdown pass against White Plains on Friday at Jacksonville. (Photo by Necorra Harris/Golden Eagle Media)

Calhoun County Prep Roundup

October 28, 2023

Calhoun County, AL – Pope shows growth in helping Anniston hold off Cleburne...

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Pleasant Valley players celebrate during a victory over Cleveland on Sept. 22. The Raiders stand third in their region standings, hold the tiebreaker on the fourth-place team and play close out region play against struggling Gaston this week. Pleasant Valley will make the playoffs for the first time since 2010. (Photo by Krista Larkin/For East Alabama Sports Today)

Region Finales Loom: A Rollercoaster Season for Calhoun County Playoff Regulars

October 25, 2023

Calhoun County, AL – Region finales loom in tough season for some playoff...

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APD Toy Drive

Anniston Police Department Launches Annual Christmas Toy Drive, Invites Community Participation

November 28, 2023

Anniston, AL — The Anniston Police Department is spreading holiday cheer with...

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Prep basketball

Calhoun County High School Basketball Roundup

November 28, 2023

Calhoun County, AL –Piedmont boys open Glover era with victory, and Pope...

Read More >>

Anniston Gears Up for Festive December with Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony

November 26, 2023

Anniston, AL – As the holiday spirit sweeps through the city, the...

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Anniston Public Library Hosts Festive Extravaganza: Photos with Santa and More

November 26, 2023

Anniston, AL – On Monday, December 4th, the Anniston Public Library is...

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I spy!

Anniston Museum and Gardens Hosts I Spy! Event: A Christmas Truce

November 25, 2023

Anniston, AL – On Saturday, December 2nd, the Anniston Museum and Gardens will...

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Public Warming Station

City of Anniston Urges Precaution as Freezing Temperatures Loom: Warming Station to Open

November 25, 2023

Anniston, AL – The City of Anniston is urging residents to prepare for...

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Prep basketball

Calhoun County High School Basketball Roundup

November 28, 2023

Calhoun County, AL –Piedmont boys open Glover era with victory, and Pope...

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City of Piedmont City Council Regular Meeting

Piedmont City Council Tackles Financial Challenges and Rate Hike Reversal

November 24, 2023

Piedmont, AL – During the recent Piedmont City Council meeting, Mayor Baker and...

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Southside girls, winners of the Champions’ Thanksgiving Classic. (Submitted photo)

Calhoun County Hoops Heat Up: Jacksonville Boys Shine Beyond the Arc, Oxford Triumphs in Fairfield Tourney

November 22, 2023

Calhoun County, AL – Barksdale, Weaver help Jacksonville boys outshoot Plainview from behind...

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Jaime Jorge

A Night of Musical Mastery: Jamie Jorge in Concert in Piedmont

November 20, 2023

Piedmont, AL – On Wednesday, November 29th, at 6:00 pm, the Piedmont Seventh-Day...

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Motorcycle Accident

Motorcycle Accident in Piedmont Sends Rider to UAB Trauma Unit

November 19, 2023

Piedmont, AL –  An accident occurred in Piedmont on Saturday when a...

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The Piedmont Police needs the help from our community

Piedmont Police Seek Community Assistance in Spiked Driveway Incidents Investigation

November 15, 2023

Piedmont, AL – The Piedmont Police Department is reaching out to the...

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Oxford’s Brayden Cochran poses with Snead State Community College golf coach Sam Holcomb during Monday’s ceremony to celebrate Cochran’s signing. (Photo by Joe Medley)

From Baseball Setback to Golf Triumph: Oxford’s Brayden Cochran’s Journey to Snead State Community College

November 28, 2023

Oxford, AL – Injury in baseball turned focus to golf, and Oxford’s Cochran...

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Prep basketball

Calhoun County High School Basketball Roundup

November 28, 2023

Calhoun County, AL –Piedmont boys open Glover era with victory, and Pope...

Read More >>
Jacksonville State’s Perry Carter reaches to catch a pass during the Gamecocks’ Conference USA game at New Mexico State on Saturday. (Photo by Brandon Phillips/Jax State)

Jacksonville Gamecocks Still Make History Despite Loss

November 26, 2023

Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State falls to New Mexico State on game-ending field...

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Jacksonville quarterback Jim Ogle scrambles in Friday’s Class 4A quarterfinal game against Catholic-Montgomery. (Photo by Greg Warren/For East Alabama Sports Today)

Jacksonville’s Clipped Wing

November 25, 2023

Jacksonville, AL – Catholic-Montgomery validates its top ranking in 44-20 victory over Jacksonville,...

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Jacksonville senior Charlie Wright shows emotion in the final minutes of the Golden Eagles’ 44-20 loss to top-ranked Catholic-Montgomery in Friday’s Class 4A quarterfinal at Golden Eagle Stadium. (Photo by Greg Warren/For East Alabama Sports Today)

Statewide Scoreboard

November 25, 2023

Scores from Friday’s Alabama High School Athletic Association playoff games and pairings...

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All-Calhoun Co. XC

All-Calhoun County Cross County

November 22, 2023

Calhoun County, AL – White Plains, Oxford sweep top honors on 2023 East...

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