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Anniston Army Depot Environmental Legal Notice

Anniston Army Depot Environmental Program Public Comment Period – October 30, 2023 – November 29, 2023 Proposed Corrective Measures at the Clean Fill C&D Site   Anniston Army Depot (ANAD) is proposing corrective measures for soil at the Clean Fill C&D Site (Solid Waste Management Unit 71). Due to historical operations at the site, the surface and […]

Most Wanted in Calhoun County | October 25, 2023

October 24, 2023 most wanted cover

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 […]

Oxford’s Public Safety Night Out: A Resounding Success

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Oxford, AL – The City of Oxford and the Oxford Police and Fire Departments recently hosted a remarkable event that left an indelible mark on the community, as “Public Safety Night Out” proved to be a resounding success. On Tuesday, October 24th, 2023, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, the Oxford Exchange became the backdrop for […]

Alabama’s Fire Alert Reinstated to Safeguard All 67 Counties

Fire Alerts in Alabama

Calhoun County, AL – In response to a surge in wildfires and exacerbated drought conditions, the Alabama Forestry Commission (AFC) has taken swift action to reissue a Fire Alert, encompassing all 67 counties within the state. Effective immediately, this Fire Alert carries critical restrictions and precautions aimed at safeguarding Alabama’s precious forest resources and the safety […]

Anniston Public Library Presents: Learn How to “Cut the Cable” and Stream with Ease

Cut the Cable

Anniston, AL – The Anniston Public Library is back with another exciting event that’s bound to captivate those looking to make their lives a bit more cost-effective and cable-free. On Wednesday, November 1st, 2023, at 2:00 pm, the library will host a highly anticipated session by popular demand, all about the art of “Cutting the Cable” […]

Region Finales Loom: A Rollercoaster Season for Calhoun County Playoff Regulars

Pleasant Valley players celebrate during a victory over Cleveland on Sept. 22. The Raiders stand third in their region standings, hold the tiebreaker on the fourth-place team and play close out region play against struggling Gaston this week. Pleasant Valley will make the playoffs for the first time since 2010. (Photo by Krista Larkin/For East Alabama Sports Today)

Calhoun County, AL – Region finales loom in tough season for some playoff regulars, and long-struggling programs remain in playoff hunt. A look at scenarios for area regions: Playoff seeds are taking shape as an unusual prep football regular season in Calhoun and surrounding counties winds down. Before breaking down regions involving area teams, let’s look […]

City of Anniston Transit Alert: Street Closures for Carver Center Trunk-Or-Treat Event

Anniston Transit Alert

Anniston, AL – In an effort to keep the citizens of Anniston informed and ensure a smooth flow of traffic, the City of Anniston is issuing a transit alert regarding street closures scheduled for Thursday, October 26, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. These roadblocks are necessary to accommodate the Carver Community Center’s Drive-Thru Trunk-Or-Treat event, […]

Walt’s Wild Ride: One Man’s Epic Journey to Support Oxford’s Mountain Biking Team

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Oxford, AL – The rugged terrain of Alabama’s back roads and mountain biking trails is no stranger to adventure seekers and outdoor enthusiasts, but for Walt Brittain, Executive Director of the Alabama Cycling Association (ACA), this landscape is about to become the backdrop for an epic journey with a noble cause. Starting on October 22nd, Walt […]

Calhoun County Represented in Regional Volleyball

Regional volleyball

Calhoun County, AL – Score updates from the first day of the North Regional in Huntsville and South Regional in Montgomery. AHSAA North Regional Von Braun Center, Huntsville Class 6A Wednesday Muscle Shoals vs. Oxford, 3:30 p.m. Class 5A Wednesday Alexandria def. Hayden, 3-0 Alexandria vs. Madison Academy, 5 p.m. Southside vs. Jasper, 11:30 a.m. Class […]