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November 7, 2023 Most Wanted | Calhoun County

November 7, 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 […]

Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash on I-20 Involves Oxford Driver

Traffic Fatality Involving Oxford Driver

St. Clair County, AL – In the early hours of Sunday, November 5, a tragic two-vehicle crash unfolded on Interstate 20, resulting in the loss of a Pell City man’s life. William C. Kimbert, a 28-year-old resident of Pell City, was fatally injured in the incident, which occurred at approximately 2:07 a.m. The accident involved […]

All Calhoun County Volleyball

Alexandria’s Kailey Dickerson is the East Alabama Sports Today 2023 Class 4A-6A All-Calhoun County player of the year, and Alexandria’s Whitney Welch is coach of the year after the Valley Cubs won 52 matches and their first-ever North Super Regional title en route to the Class 5A state semifinals. Pleasant Valley’s Maddie Schwabe is the 1A-3A All-County player of the year and Dana Bryant the coach of the year after the Raiders won the Calhoun County, Class 2A North Super Regional and state championships, ending their season with 20 consecutive victories. (Krista Larkin/For East Alabama Sports Today and submitted photos)

Calhoun County, AL – Pleasant Valley’s Bryant, Schwabe and Alexandria’s Welch, Dickerson take top honors on the 2023 East Alabama Sports Today All-Calhoun County volleyball teams. Class 4A-6A Player of the year: Kailey Dickerson (Alexandria) OH, 5-8, Sr. Coach of the year: Whitney Welch (Alexandria). FIRST TEAM Eryn Spradley (Alexandria) OH, 6-1, Jr. Devan White (Alexandria) […]

Anniston Police Department’s Thanksgiving Food Drive: A Call for Community Support

Anniston Police Food Drive

Anniston, AL – In the spirit of giving, the Anniston Police Department has launched a heartfelt initiative to ensure that every member of their community enjoys a bountiful Thanksgiving meal. As Thanksgiving approaches, they are reaching out to residents and businesses, asking for help to make this holiday season a little brighter for those in need. […]

Jacksonville’s First-Generation Gamecocks: Trailblazers, Movers, Shakers, and Go-Getters

First Gen Day to Celebrate Trailblazing Students

Jacksonville, AL – In the heart of Jacksonville, there exists a community of trailblazers who bear the name “First-Generation Gamecocks.” These individuals are, in their families, pioneers of a new generation, forging a path to higher education. Brave and determined, they are open to every opportunity that comes their way, driven by a desire to […]

Calhoun County Weekly High School Sports Schedule

White Plains’ Maddyn Conn leads the field in the Calhoun County cross country meet in October. She’ll try to defend her 4A state championship Saturday in Moulton. (Photo by Joe Medley)

Calhoun County, AL – Prep sports contests for schools in Calhoun and surrounding counties for the week of Nov. 6-Nov. 11. Includes pairings for regional volleyball tournaments. Coaches, to have your schedule included, email [email protected]. Football AHSAA playoffs First round THURSDAY, Nov. 9 CLASS 4A Central Florence at Cherokee County CLASS 1A Cedar Bluff at Wadley […]

Two Juveniles Injured During Friday Afternoon Shooting in Anniston

Anniston Shooting Investigation

Anniston, AL – On Friday, November 3, 2023, at approximately 4:00 pm Anniston Police Officers were dispatched to the area of Leighton and East 22nd Street in response to possible gunshots. Upon arrival officers were able to locate two male juveniles that were suffering from gunshot wounds. Officers immediately started rendering aid to the victims […]