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Regional Leaders Reignite Animal Welfare Discussions in Calhoun County

Regional Leaders Reignite Animal Welfare Discussions in Calhoun County

July 16, 2025

Anniston, AL – Representatives from various municipalities in Calhoun County recently convened to...

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James Nichols Journey Of Hope

Jacksonville’s James Nichols Rides Coast-to-Coast in Journey of Hope to Support Disability Inclusion

July 16, 2025

Jacksonville, AL – Journey of Hope, organized by The Ability Experience, is...

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Dahlias

Calhoun County Gardening – Dahlia Dinner Plate Secrets: How to Grow Stunning Summer Blooms

July 16, 2025

Calhoun County, AL – Dahlias are my favorite summer flowers—especially the dazzling dinner...

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Anniston Ciy Council

Anniston City Council Addresses Community Development Funding and Infrastructure Concerns

July 16, 2025

Anniston, AL – The Anniston City Council held its work session and formal...

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Rep. Rogers Applauds Committee Passage of FY26 NDAA

Rep. Mike Rogers Praises Bipartisan Passage of FY26 SPEED and NDAA in House Committee

July 16, 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (AL-03), Chairman of the House...

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Puzzle Relay Race

Jacksonville Parks and Rec Hosts Puzzle Relay Race — Registration Deadline July 21

July 16, 2025

Jacksonville, AL – The Jacksonville Parks and Recreation Department is inviting community members...

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Manhunt underway for court-ordered rehab escapee

Mobile Man Wanted for Escape After Leaving Court-Ordered Facility in Anniston

July 16, 2025

ANNISTON, Ala. – The Mobile County Sheriff’s Office is actively seeking Christopher...

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Governor Ivey Announces Vaquito, the Work Zone Safety Dog, as Honorary ALEA Trooper

Governor Ivey Welcomes Vaquito as ALEA’s New Work Zone Safety Dog

July 16, 2025

Montgomery, AL – On Monday, Governor Kay Ivey officially introduced the newest honorary...

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CrimeStoppers $5,000 Reward Offered In Talladega Quadruple Murder

Talladega Police Seek Public’s Help in Quadruple Homicide Investigation

July 16, 2025

Talladega, AL – The Talladega Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance...

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Puzzle Relay Race

Jacksonville Parks and Rec Hosts Puzzle Relay Race — Registration Deadline July 21

July 16, 2025

Jacksonville, AL – The Jacksonville Parks and Recreation Department is inviting community members...

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calhoun County offers Free Dump Day

Calhoun County Commissioners Host Free Dump Day on July 19

July 15, 2025

Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Commissioners are inviting residents to take...

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Wildlife on Pelham Range

“Wildlife of Pelham Range” to be Featured at Calhoun County Master Gardeners’ July Lunch and Learn

July 15, 2025

Anniston, AL – On July 23, 2025, the Calhoun County Master Gardeners will...

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Toddler and Kid Olympics

Jacksonville Parks and Recreation to Host Toddler and Kiddo Olympics on July 26

July 15, 2025

Jacksonville, AL – The City of Jacksonville Parks and Recreation Department is set...

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July's Community Health Series

July’s Community Health Series to Celebrate and Support Local Youth in Oxford

July 14, 2025

Oxford, AL – The City of Oxford will host its monthly Community Health...

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self-love class series

Jacksonville Community Center Launches Free Self-Love Class Series for Girls

July 13, 2025

Jacksonville, AL – The Jacksonville Community Center is offering a free summer series...

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Movin' & Groovin' Back-to-School Event

Oxford’s Quintard Mall Hosts “Movin’ and Groovin’” Back-to-School Event This Saturday

July 13, 2025

OXFORD, AL – On Saturday, July 19, from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00...

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Miss Motorsports 2025

Miss Motorsports 2025 Pageant to Take Place July 19 in Anniston

July 13, 2025

Anniston, AL – The 8th annual Miss Motorsports Pageant is set to...

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Silent Auction

Silent Auction to Benefit Hope Family Services Set for July 18 at Hubbard’s Off Main on Oxford

July 13, 2025

Oxford, AL – Hope Family Services will host a Silent Auction and benefit...

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Dahlias

Calhoun County Gardening – Dahlia Dinner Plate Secrets: How to Grow Stunning Summer Blooms

July 16, 2025

Calhoun County, AL – Dahlias are my favorite summer flowers—especially the dazzling dinner...

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calhoun County offers Free Dump Day

Calhoun County Commissioners Host Free Dump Day on July 19

July 15, 2025

Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Commissioners are inviting residents to take...

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’25 prep football schedules

’25 Prep Football Schedules for Calhoun County

July 14, 2025

Will be located in the ticker on the EASportsToday.com home page, atop...

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Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Requests Public Help in Solving Recent Property Crimes

July 13, 2025

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

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Tim Comstock Named BRW President

Calhoun County-Based BRW Promotes Tim Comstock to President

July 12, 2025

Eastaboga, AL – BRW, a Calhoun County-headquartered leader in integrated supply chain...

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Cruisin for Christ Car Show

Cruisin’ for Christ Car Show Set for July 19 in Ohatchee

July 12, 2025

Ohatchee, AL – The Ohatchee Church of Christ will host its “Cruisin’...

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Sam Robertson

Former Oxford Standout Sam Robertson Drafted by Mets; Two JSU Pitchers Selected; Shed Long Named AAPB All-Star

July 15, 2025

Oxford, AL – Former Oxford standout, key figure on 2023 state-championship team,...

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July's Community Health Series

July’s Community Health Series to Celebrate and Support Local Youth in Oxford

July 14, 2025

Oxford, AL – The City of Oxford will host its monthly Community Health...

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Movin' & Groovin' Back-to-School Event

Oxford’s Quintard Mall Hosts “Movin’ and Groovin’” Back-to-School Event This Saturday

July 13, 2025

OXFORD, AL – On Saturday, July 19, from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00...

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Silent Auction

Silent Auction to Benefit Hope Family Services Set for July 18 at Hubbard’s Off Main on Oxford

July 13, 2025

Oxford, AL – Hope Family Services will host a Silent Auction and benefit...

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US Cops

Intoxicated Driver Crashes and Forgets Everything!: US Cops Documentary Series Featuring Oxford Police Department S3E74

July 11, 2025

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

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Oxford City Council

Oxford Police Department Receives State Accreditation as City Council Advances Animal Control Facility and Rings Historic Bell for Third Term Election

July 9, 2025

OXFORD, AL – In a historic milestone for the city of Oxford,...

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James Nichols Journey Of Hope

Jacksonville’s James Nichols Rides Coast-to-Coast in Journey of Hope to Support Disability Inclusion

July 16, 2025

Jacksonville, AL – Journey of Hope, organized by The Ability Experience, is...

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Puzzle Relay Race

Jacksonville Parks and Rec Hosts Puzzle Relay Race — Registration Deadline July 21

July 16, 2025

Jacksonville, AL – The Jacksonville Parks and Recreation Department is inviting community members...

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Jacksonville City council

UPDATED: Jacksonville City Council Addresses Liquor License Concerns, Approves Budget Schedule

July 15, 2025

JACKSONVILLE, AL – The Jacksonville City Council held its regular meeting on...

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Sam Robertson

Former Oxford Standout Sam Robertson Drafted by Mets; Two JSU Pitchers Selected; Shed Long Named AAPB All-Star

July 15, 2025

Oxford, AL – Former Oxford standout, key figure on 2023 state-championship team,...

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Toddler and Kid Olympics

Jacksonville Parks and Recreation to Host Toddler and Kiddo Olympics on July 26

July 15, 2025

Jacksonville, AL – The City of Jacksonville Parks and Recreation Department is set...

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Pinto to Jax State

Pinto to Jax State

July 14, 2025

Piedmont’s record-setting wide receiver follows through on lifelong dream, commits via social...

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Junior Olympic Track & Field Championships

Weaver Graduates Qualify for National Junior Olympic Championships

July 14, 2025

Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County School System has announced that...

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Weaver’s KeShawn Allen (left) and Harper Williams are co-Athletes of the Year for the 2025 East Alabama Sports Today All-Calhoun County boys’ track team. Allen won one gold and one silver medal at the county meet and won two gold medals at state. Williams won one gold medal and one silver at county plus one gold and three silvers at state. They keyed Weaver’s run to a third-place finish at county and a Class 3A state title. Anniston’s Lisa Howard-Holland and Weaver’s Beau Winn share Coach of the Year, after their teams finished second and third, respectively, at county and won state titles, Anniston 4A and Weaver in 3A. (Photo by Joe Medley/East Alabama Sports Today)

Weaver’s Allen and Williams Named Co-Athletes of the Year; Holland and Winn Share Coaching Honors

June 11, 2025

Weaver’s Allen, Williams share Athlete of the Year. Anniston’s Holland and Weaver’s...

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Weaver Farmer's Market

Weaver to Host Inaugural Farmers Market on June 7

May 29, 2025

WEAVER, AL – The City of Weaver is set to host its...

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Weaver moves

Weaver Moves

May 29, 2025

Weaver, AL – Knight, former Weaver assistant, returns to coach girls’ wrestling....

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Gooden flips

Weaver’s Kaden Gooden Flips Commitment from Jacksonville State to Wofford

May 19, 2025

Weaver all-state multi-sport standout Gooden, previously committed to Jacksonville State, flips to...

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Spring Garden’s softball team poses for pictures after claiming the Class 1A East Regional title on Wednesday at Albertville’s Sand Mountain Park and clinching another state tournament berth. (Photo by Joe Medley/East Alabama Sports Today)

Regional Softball

May 12, 2025

Spring Garden adds East Regional title, and Woodland advances to state. Oxford,...

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Regional Leaders Reignite Animal Welfare Discussions in Calhoun County

Regional Leaders Reignite Animal Welfare Discussions in Calhoun County

July 16, 2025

Anniston, AL – Representatives from various municipalities in Calhoun County recently convened to...

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Anniston Ciy Council

Anniston City Council Addresses Community Development Funding and Infrastructure Concerns

July 16, 2025

Anniston, AL – The Anniston City Council held its work session and formal...

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Manhunt underway for court-ordered rehab escapee

Mobile Man Wanted for Escape After Leaving Court-Ordered Facility in Anniston

July 16, 2025

ANNISTON, Ala. – The Mobile County Sheriff’s Office is actively seeking Christopher...

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Ben Little

Ben Little Discusses Ideas in Anniston Mayoral Interview

July 15, 2025

Anniston, AL – Anniston mayoral candidate Ben Little sat down with the Calhoun...

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Wildlife on Pelham Range

“Wildlife of Pelham Range” to be Featured at Calhoun County Master Gardeners’ July Lunch and Learn

July 15, 2025

Anniston, AL – On July 23, 2025, the Calhoun County Master Gardeners will...

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Miss Motorsports 2025

Miss Motorsports 2025 Pageant to Take Place July 19 in Anniston

July 13, 2025

Anniston, AL – The 8th annual Miss Motorsports Pageant is set to...

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Pinto to Jax State

Pinto to Jax State

July 14, 2025

Piedmont’s record-setting wide receiver follows through on lifelong dream, commits via social...

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Piedmont Monthly Stats

June Monthly Activity Report: Insights from the Piedmont Police Department

July 13, 2025

Piedmont, AL – The City of Piedmont Police Department makes its activity available...

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Come join the Piedmont Historical Society Friday July 11, 2025 at 630pm for a historical tour lead by Quinton Kirk

Walking Tour to Commemorate 155th Anniversary of Historic Tragedy in Piedmont

July 8, 2025

Piedmont, AL – On Friday, July 11, 2025, the Piedmont community will gather...

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Piedmont-Meeting

Piedmont City Council Approves Fire Truck Tire Replacement, Staffing, and Business License

July 3, 2025

PIEDMONT, AL – The Piedmont City Council held its regular meeting this...

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4th of July events in and around Calhoun County

Fourth of July Events in and Around Calhoun County

June 29, 2025

Calhoun County, AL – There are many July 4th events being held...

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5th annual Independence Day

Piedmont to Host 5th Annual Independence Day Celebration on July 4th

June 26, 2025

Piedmont, AL – The Piedmont Arts & Entertainment Committee is set to...

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Sam Robertson

Former Oxford Standout Sam Robertson Drafted by Mets; Two JSU Pitchers Selected; Shed Long Named AAPB All-Star

July 15, 2025

Oxford, AL – Former Oxford standout, key figure on 2023 state-championship team,...

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Pinto to Jax State

Pinto to Jax State

July 14, 2025

Piedmont’s record-setting wide receiver follows through on lifelong dream, commits via social...

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Bear pokes back

Bear Pokes Back

July 14, 2025

LeCroy answers friend Wells’ good-natured challenge with a tournament-low 67 in final...

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’25 prep football schedules

’25 Prep Football Schedules for Calhoun County

July 14, 2025

Will be located in the ticker on the EASportsToday.com home page, atop...

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Winner Gary Wigington shakes hands with second-place finisher Chad Calvert after Sunday’s final round of the Etowah County Championship on the Links at Briarmeade. (Photo by Joe Medley/East Alabama Sports Today)

Wigington’s Chip-In Magic on No. 12 Seals First Win of 2025 Calhoun County Tour

June 30, 2025

Wigington’s chip-in on No. 12 proves decisive in final-round battle with Calvert,...

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Long game

Wigington Takes Lead at Etowah County Open with 5-Under 66

June 29, 2025

Seeking his first victory on the 2025 Calhoun County Golf Tour, reigning...

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