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Matthew Cheek House Fire Recovery Fundraiser

Matthew Cheek House Fire Recovery Fundraiser

Oxford, AL – Chief Bill Partridge made a plea for assistance for one of his officers easier in the week, “Unfortunately, one of our officers suffered a total loss of their home in a house fire. This dedicated public servant has a wife, two small children, and another on the way. If anyone would like to […]

Top Dawg

Anniston’s Javen Croft goes up for two points as Alexandria’s Antonio Ross (3) and Kory Cargal defend Monday at Alexandria. (Photo by Joe Medley)

Alexandria, AL – With Brown sending intensity in from the sideline, Anniston boys turn defense into offense and draw even with Alexandria  By Joe Medley Anniston had a sixth man in its turnabout basketball victory at Alexandria on Monday, and he wore slacks and a pullover to go with his sneakers. Veteran coach Torry Brown spent the […]

Most Wanted in Calhoun County – Jan 31, 2023

Most Wanted cover photo

Calhoun County, AL – Each week the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office released their current “Most Wanted” list. An “FTA” means that a person failed to appear for a court date and does not necessarily mean guilty of a criminal charge. A “Probation Violation” means that a person has been found guilty of a charge and […]

Tyree Steps Down

Tyree steps down

White Plains, AL – Chandler Tyree steps down after four seasons as White Plains football coach, cites a desire to spend more time with family By Al Muskewitz After four season trying to take the White Plains football program to the next level and having success in some areas, Chandler Tyree abruptly stepped down Tuesday […]

Jacksonville Police Stats 1/23/2023 -1/29/2023

Jacksonville Police Stats

Jacksonville, AL – The Jacksonville Police Department has shared the weekly stats for the dates of 1/23/2023 -1/29/2023. There were a total of 252 answered calls for service. There were 46 criminal incident/offense reports taken. There were three felony arrest made and 18 misdemeanor arrests. There were six traffic accidents, 85 traffic stops, and 18 citations/written […]

Area Tournaments

Area tournaments

Calhoun County, AL – Here is the lineup for the upcoming area basketball tournaments involving teams in and around Calhoun County; will be updated as brackets become available Class 1A Area 12 Boys Bracket (At Gaylesville) Feb. 6 Gaylesville vs. Coosa Christian, 6:30 p.m. Feb. 7 Jacksonville Christian vs. Cedar Bluff, 5:30 p.m. Gaylesville-Coosa winner vs. […]

Breaking the Tie

Winterboro’s Monterious Williams (1) launches a shot against the defense of Donoho’s Jordan Cameron and Drew Williamson (5).

Winterboro, AL – Monday’s boys roundup: Winterboro holds off Donoho, appears to clinch the top seed in Class 1A Area 8 after JCA upsets Faith Christian; plus highlights from games reported to East Alabama Sports Today MONDAY’S BOYS GAMES Anniston 59, Alexandria 50 B.B. Comer 69, Thorsby 32 Gaylesville 61, Wellborn 51 Hokes Bluff 63, Southside […]

Anniston Way

Anniston Way

Anniston, AL – Monday’s girls roundup: Smith leads the way as Bulldogs make run to break defensive stalemate with Alexandria, win 39-27; Ohatchee’s Crook breaks into state’s top 20 all-time scorers, and more MONDAY’S GIRLS GAMES Anniston 39, Alexandria 27 Jacksonville Christian 61, Faith Christian 28 Model (Ga.) at Spring Garden Ohatchee 59, Coosa Christian 7 […]