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Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Catch of the Week

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

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Jax State's Featherstone Attends 2026 NCAA Career in Sports Forum

Former Jax State Soccer Standout Selected for NCAA Career in Sports Forum

JACKSONVILLE, AL — Former Jacksonville State University soccer player Louise Featherstone was...

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US Cops

US Cops: Break-In at the Abandoned Hospital

Oxford, AL – First Responders is a powerful German documentary series that...

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Dahlia Tips

Calhoun County Gardening – Dahlia Success Starts Below the Soil

Calhoun County, AL – Gardeners looking to add stunning color and large...

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Still on top

Cole, Wigington Overcome Health Setbacks to Share RTJ-Trail Championship Lead

Cole on the rebound from ‘severe dehydration’, and Wigington rebounding from wrist...

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Stars and Stripes Party

Oxford Parks and Recreation to Host Stars & Stripes Party for Children June 15

OXFORD, AL — Oxford Parks and Recreation will host its Stars &...

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All-State baseball

Alabama All-State Baseball Teams Announced, Local Standouts Earn State Recognition

The 2026 Alabama Sports Writers Association all-state baseball team. Mr. Baseball, Miss...

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Auburn Assistance

Chamber to Host Introduction to Auburn Technical Assistance Center June 15

ANNISTON, AL — The Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center will...

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All-County softball

Calhoun County Softball Honors Announced as Parris, Fitch Earn Player of the Year Recognition

Alexandria’s Parris Calhoun County 4A-6A player of the year, and Ohatchee’s Fitch...

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Stars and Stripes Party

Oxford Parks and Recreation to Host Stars & Stripes Party for Children June 15

OXFORD, AL — Oxford Parks and Recreation will host its Stars &...

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Auburn Assistance

Chamber to Host Introduction to Auburn Technical Assistance Center June 15

ANNISTON, AL — The Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center will...

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Pickleball Tournment Fundraiser

Pickleball Tournament Fundraiser Set for June 13 in Oxford

OXFORD, AL — A community pickleball tournament fundraiser is scheduled for Saturday,...

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Bead & Bloom for Teenagers

Jacksonville Public Library to Host Bead & Bloom Event for Tweens and Teens

JACKSONVILLE, AL — The Jacksonville Public Library will host “Bead & Bloom...

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SRP Friday Event-- Magic Show

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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A Father's Cookout

Redbird Willow Farm to Host Fathers’ Cookout Focused on Connection and Support

ANNISTON, AL — Redbird Willow Farm will host a Fathers’ Cookout on...

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Creature Feature

Anniston Museums and Gardens to Host Monthly “Creature Feature” Program June 13

ANNISTON, AL — Anniston Museums and Gardens will host its monthly “Creature...

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CAST Show

CAST Brings Classic Musical ‘Guys and Dolls’ to Jacksonville Stage

Jacksonville AL – The Community Actors’ Studio Theatre (CAST) will bring the...

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Fidget & Trinket Trade Night

Oxford Parks & Recreation to Host Free Fidget & Trinket Trade Night

OXFORD, AL — Oxford Parks & Recreation will host a free Fidget...

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Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Catch of the Week

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

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Dahlia Tips

Calhoun County Gardening – Dahlia Success Starts Below the Soil

Calhoun County, AL – Gardeners looking to add stunning color and large...

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All-State baseball

Alabama All-State Baseball Teams Announced, Local Standouts Earn State Recognition

The 2026 Alabama Sports Writers Association all-state baseball team. Mr. Baseball, Miss...

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All-County softball

Calhoun County Softball Honors Announced as Parris, Fitch Earn Player of the Year Recognition

Alexandria’s Parris Calhoun County 4A-6A player of the year, and Ohatchee’s Fitch...

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Chamber Community Resource Fair

Community Resource Fair Set for June 17 at Quintard Mall

OXFORD, AL — Residents seeking information about community services, educational opportunities, healthcare...

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Kendall Poe, seen congratulating Madison Mize after Mize homered against Gloencoe on March 12, will add varsity girls’ basketball to her coaching responsibilities. (Photo by Brad Campbell/sport-shutter.com)

Ohatchee’s Poe Adds Girls’ Basketball to Coaching Duties

Ohatchee’s long-time softball coach, AD for gitls’ sports set to add girls’...

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US Cops

US Cops: Break-In at the Abandoned Hospital

Oxford, AL – First Responders is a powerful German documentary series that...

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Stars and Stripes Party

Oxford Parks and Recreation to Host Stars & Stripes Party for Children June 15

OXFORD, AL — Oxford Parks and Recreation will host its Stars &...

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OPAC Rev

OPAC Unveils Largest Season in Venue History

OXFORD, AL — The Oxford Performing Arts Center (OPAC) officially unveiled its...

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Pickleball Tournment Fundraiser

Pickleball Tournament Fundraiser Set for June 13 in Oxford

OXFORD, AL — A community pickleball tournament fundraiser is scheduled for Saturday,...

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All-County baseball

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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OXFORD, ALDOT IN TALKS TO IMPROVE PARKWAY TRAFFIC FLOW

Oxford and ALDOT Exploring Major Traffic Improvements for Leon Smith Parkway

Oxford, AL – The City of Oxford is continuing efforts to address traffic...

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Jax State's Featherstone Attends 2026 NCAA Career in Sports Forum

Former Jax State Soccer Standout Selected for NCAA Career in Sports Forum

JACKSONVILLE, AL — Former Jacksonville State University soccer player Louise Featherstone was...

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Jacksonville Arrest

Jacksonville Police Announce Second Arrest in Edwards Grocery Burglary Investigation

JACKSONVILLE, AL — The Jacksonville Police Department has announced the arrest of...

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Bead & Bloom for Teenagers

Jacksonville Public Library to Host Bead & Bloom Event for Tweens and Teens

JACKSONVILLE, AL — The Jacksonville Public Library will host “Bead & Bloom...

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CAST Show

CAST Brings Classic Musical ‘Guys and Dolls’ to Jacksonville Stage

Jacksonville AL – The Community Actors’ Studio Theatre (CAST) will bring the...

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Redbird Willow Farm Petting Zoo

Redbird Willow Farm Petting Zoo Coming to Jacksonville Community Center

JACKSONVILLE, AL — Families will have an opportunity to meet and interact...

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JCS Board Meeting

Jacksonville Board Approves Property Transfer for Kitty Stone Roadway Project

JACKSONVILLE, AL — The Jacksonville City Schools Board of Education approved the...

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All-County golf

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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Amanda Noah gives a timeout talk during basketball season. She’ll continue to coach varsity girls’ basktball while adding varsity volleyball to her responsibilities at Weaver. (Submittd photo)

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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Wildflower Walk at Weaver Cave Preserve!

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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ALEAF 2026

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’s boys’ golf team celebrates Monday, after finishing second in the Class 3A, North 2 substate tournament at Silver Lakes. (Submitted photo)

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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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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Auburn Assistance

Chamber to Host Introduction to Auburn Technical Assistance Center June 15

ANNISTON, AL — The Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center will...

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A Father's Cookout

Redbird Willow Farm to Host Fathers’ Cookout Focused on Connection and Support

ANNISTON, AL — Redbird Willow Farm will host a Fathers’ Cookout on...

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Creature Feature

Anniston Museums and Gardens to Host Monthly “Creature Feature” Program June 13

ANNISTON, AL — Anniston Museums and Gardens will host its monthly “Creature...

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Watters remembered

Anniston Football Standout Orlando Watters Dies at 54

Late Anniston High standout, Calhoun County Sports Hall of Fame inductee remembered...

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Teen Fandom Glass Art

Teen Fandom Glass Art Event Scheduled at Anniston Library

ANNISTON, AL — Teens in the Anniston area will have an opportunity...

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Lead Prevention Awareness Training

Lead Prevention Awareness Training Scheduled in Anniston

ANNISTON, AL — The West Anniston Foundation is continuing its Lead Prevention...

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All-County baseball

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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SRP Friday Event-- Magic Show

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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Piedmont Historical Society receives $5K grant to support new public restrooms; applications open

Piedmont Historical Society Receives Norfolk Southern Grant for ADA Restroom Project

Piedmont, AL – The Piedmont Historical Society has been awarded a $5,000...

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All-County golf

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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Coffee and Crafts

Coffee & Crafts Program Invites Community Creators to Gather at Piedmont Public Library

PIEDMONT, AL — Community members with a passion for crafting and creative...

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Petting Zoo

Public Library of Anniston-Calhoun County to Kick Off Summer Reading Program with Petting Zoo Event

ANNISTON, AL — The Public Library of Anniston-Calhoun County will officially launch...

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Still on top

Cole, Wigington Overcome Health Setbacks to Share RTJ-Trail Championship Lead

Cole on the rebound from ‘severe dehydration’, and Wigington rebounding from wrist...

Read More >>
All-State baseball

Alabama All-State Baseball Teams Announced, Local Standouts Earn State Recognition

The 2026 Alabama Sports Writers Association all-state baseball team. Mr. Baseball, Miss...

Read More >>
All-County softball

Calhoun County Softball Honors Announced as Parris, Fitch Earn Player of the Year Recognition

Alexandria’s Parris Calhoun County 4A-6A player of the year, and Ohatchee’s Fitch...

Read More >>
Kendall Poe, seen congratulating Madison Mize after Mize homered against Gloencoe on March 12, will add varsity girls’ basketball to her coaching responsibilities. (Photo by Brad Campbell/sport-shutter.com)

Ohatchee’s Poe Adds Girls’ Basketball to Coaching Duties

Ohatchee’s long-time softball coach, AD for gitls’ sports set to add girls’...

Read More >>
All-County baseball

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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All-State softball

Alabama Sports Writers Association Announces 2026 All-State Softball Teams

The ASWA All-State team is selected from nominees, which sports writers gather...

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