Most Wanted in Calhoun County | July 18, 2023
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 […]
Rep. Rogers Secures Future Work for Anniston Army Depot
Anniston, AL – U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers (R-AL), today announced that the Anniston Army Depot has been designated as a Depot Source of Repair (DSOR) for the Army’s Mobile Protected Firepower program and Booker Combat Vehicle. The Anniston Army Depot was chosen largely due to exceptional facilities, ability to take on the increased workload, and its […]
Self Care Awareness Day To Be Held in Oxford
Oxford, AL – On July 25th at 1:00 pm at the Oxford Civic Center there will be a Self Care Awareness Day event to celebrate international self care awareness day. This event is hosted by Alabama Cares and EARPDC. There will also be free blood pressure, blood sugar, hearing, and vision checks. Lori Chaney, a hearing […]
Calhoun County Democratic Party To Hold Potluck Dinner
Anniston, AL – On Thursday, July 20th at 6:00 pm the Calhoun County Democratic Party invites you to a potluck dinner at the CalCoDem HQ, corner of Noble Street and Highway 202. Shelia Gilbert, Chair for the Calhoun County Democrats shared, “This coming Thursday night we will meet at 6pm for our usual Pot Luck […]
Jacksonville State University Biology Professor Discovers New Species of Bamboo
Jacksonville, AL – Per the JSU press department, JSU Biology Professor Jimmy Triplett recently discovered a new species of native bamboo in Alabama. Tallapoosa Cane, or Arundinaria alabamensis, is recognized as Alabama’s 31st endemic vascular plant and the fourth species of native bamboo in the US. His research is published in the international science journal, Phytotaxa. […]
Slow Down, Save Lives: Rural Road Safety Awareness Week is July 17-21 for Alabama
Montgomery, AL – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is joining the Alabama Transportation Institute in kicking off National Rural Road Safety Awareness Week (RRSAW), which runs today, July 17, through Friday, July 21. The weeklong observance is part of a nationwide campaign spearheaded by the National Center for Rural Road Safety and drives home […]
Oxford Vipers Win
Viera, FL – Hyland pitches four-hit shutout, and Heath homers as Oxford’s Smash It Sports Vipers take Game 2 of a three-game series at USSSA Pride. Sierra Hyland pitched a complete-game, four-hit shutout with five strikeouts, and Oxford’s Smash It Sports Vipers made it three wins in four games with a 4-0 victory over the […]
Governor Ivey Encourages Alabamians to Stock Up on School Supplies During Sales Tax Holiday Weekend
Montgomery, AL – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday encouraged Alabamians to begin preparing for the school year by participating in Alabama’s annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, held Friday, July 21 through Sunday, July 23. With certain items being exempt from the state sales tax, residents will have the opportunity to save money while gathering the supplies […]
Museum of Archives and History Explored at the Anniston Library
Anniston, AL – On Thursday, July 27th at 10:00 am the Anniston Public Library invites children to learn about Alabama history with stories, crafts and more! This event is free and part of the Children’s Summer Reading Program. The Public Library of Anniston-Calhoun County provides equitable access to knowledge and supports the employment, educational, and […]
All-Star Sports Week Shines on Calhoun County
Calhoun County, AL – White Plains’ Randall, Rogers part of victorious North golf teams at Arrowhead Country Club. Oxford’s Johnson, Piedmont’s Mohon and Alexandria’s Allen contribute in baseball By Joe Medley East Alabama Sports Today MONTGOMERY — Chris Randall finally got the full experience coaching the AHSAA boys’ North All-Star golf team Monday, and White Plains’ […]
