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Change on Display for Calhoun County Football

As his long-time defensive coordinator, James Blanchard, looks on, new Westbrook Christian head coach Steve Smith encourages his team before its play in Friday’s jamboree at Ohatchee. (Photo by Joe Medley)

Ohatchee, AL – New coaches, old coaches in new places make for a night of double takes as six teams signal prep football season in Ohatchee jamboree Ohatchee jamboree scores (Games last two quarters) Ohatchee 20, Sand Rock 0 White Plains 28, Sand Rock 0 Spring Garden 10, White Plains 0 Westbrook Christian 21, Spring […]

2023 Lunch & Learn Series with Calhoun County Master Gardeners

2023 Lunch & Learn Series

Anniston, AL – On Wednesday, August 23rd the Creek Community Gardens at McClellan will host their 2023 Lunch & Learn Series. Lunch & Learn is a series of free programs on gardening related topics, open to the community and sponsored by the Calhoun County Master Gardeners and the Calhoun County Commission. Programs are presented on the 4th […]

Thunder Hits 50 Again for Jacksonville Christian Academy

Thunder hits 50 again

Selma, AL – Lee spreads the ball around for another strong performance, and Jacksonville Christian downs Meadowview 53-26 on the road   No thunderstorm this week, but Jacksonville Christian brought the lightning and Thunder to Meadowview on Friday. Noah Lee passed for 180 yards and three touchdowns, and the Thunder rolled 53-26 in eight-man Alabama Christian […]

Main Street Anniston Receives Awards of Excellence

Main Street Anniston Receives Awards of Excellence

Anniston, AL – The City of Anniston shared that on August 17, 2023, Main Street Alabama held its tenth annual Awards of Excellence Banquet at Stovehouse in Huntsville to celebrate the successes of local programs. The event was sponsored by Alabama Municipal Electric Authority and Alfa Companies. Main Street Alabama’s President and State Coordinator, Mary […]

Commentary with Piedmont’s Coach Miller

Jonathan Miller, entering his first season as Piedmont’s head football coach, talks during Friday’s preseason interview. (Photo by Joe Medley)

Piedmont, AL – Miller came to Piedmont to win championships, but Bulldogs’ roster reset gives him one more chance to show his resourcefulness. By Joe Medley Jonathan Miller is a low-key, no-nonsense guy. He won’t mess around before going candid in his let’s-be-honest way. The guy who won 100 games in 11 seasons at Saks […]

Family Fun Extravaganza at by St. Mark UMC in Anniston

Family Fun Extravaganza

Anniston, AL – Get ready for a day of Family fun on Saturday, August 26th, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, as Cub Scout Pack 9, BSA Troop 5, and BSA Troop 9 come together to present a thrilling Family Fun Extravaganza at St. Mark United Methodist Church. This event, open to all, promises a fun […]

New Options Coming to Jacksonville State University Dining This Fall

New Options Coming to JSU Dining This Fall

Jacksonville, AL – The JSU press department shared that JSU Dining is ready to dish out another delicious year of food service on the Friendliest Campus in the South. From cheeseburgers and vegetarian chicken tenders to gourmet cake slices and fresh smoothies – there’s something to satisfy every appetite.Two new dining locations have been added this fall: […]

Back to Hogwarts at the Public Library of Anniston

Back to Hogwarts Public Library of Anniston-Calhoun County

Anniston, AL – The Public Library of Anniston-Calhoun County sets to host a magical “Back to Hogwarts” event on August 25th at 4:00 pm. Prepare to embark on a whimsical journey through a labyrinth, braving challenges to retrieve gold from Gringotts. Seek out your perfect wand at Ollivander’s, then attend a captivating Charms class to […]

Anniston Changers Are Back for Another Service Project

Anniston Changers are back for another service project

Anniston, AL – The Anniston Changers announced that it’s that time again. The Anniston Changers are back for another service project, and this time we will be working the neighborhoods around McArthur Drive on August 26th. Come and volunteer with them from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM, and help clean-up the community together.  Volunteers will […]