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Jacksonville State University Releases Recent Crime Statistics

JSU Crime Stats

Jacksonville State University releases their crime statistics per the requirements of the U. S. Department of Education and The Jeanne Clery Act. The information included is public information. Date/Time Reported Date/Time Occurred Nature (Classification) Case Number (Case Disposition) General Location On/Off JSU 11/30/2023 15:51 11/15/2023 18:39 11/30/2023 16:17 Domestic Violence 112300043- Pending Fitzpatrick Hall On […]

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey Receives Recommendations from Commission on Teaching and Learning

Governor Ivey Receives Report from Her Commission on Teaching and Learning

Birmingham, AL – Governor Kay Ivey received the long-awaited report from the Governor’s Commission on Teaching and Learning during her appearance at the Alabama Association of School Boards Convention in Birmingham. The report’s unveiling was met with pride and optimism by the Governor, who emphasized education as her foremost priority. “Improving education has been an […]

Calhoun County Residents Voice Concerns Over Proposed Rock Quarry Near Cheaha State Park

Public hearing scheduled on quarry plan near Cheaha State Park

Calhoun County, AL – The Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) has announced a public hearing regarding a proposed rock quarry near the entrance of Cheaha State Park in Anniston. This decision comes after extending the period for public comments due to growing concerns from residents near Oxford and Heflin. The proposed rock quarry, sought […]

Christmas on the Creekbank: A Joyful Extravaganza You Won’t Want to Miss

Christmas on the Creekbank

Ohatchee, AL – Get ready for a day filled with holiday cheer as Ohatchee High School gears up to host “Christmas on the Creekbank” on December 9th from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the OHS Football Field. This family-friendly event promises a day of joyful activities, live performances, and the perfect opportunity to kick off […]

Alexandria Boys and Girls Teams Make a Big Start

Alexandria’s Quendavion McDowell goes up for two of his 14 points against Ohatchee on Friday. (Photo by Joe Medley)

Alexandrian, AL – Alexandria boys, girls make it 3-0 with victories over Ohatchee. First-year Ohatchee coaches see positives after playing four games in five days. Friday scoreboard BOYS Alexandria 79, Ohatchee 23 Winterboro 59, Donoho 52 White Plains 60, Cleburne County 39 Wellborn 59, Jax Christian 54 Jacksonville 75, Faith Christian 39 Hokes Bluff 78, Saks […]

Oxford Celebration: Lighting up Merry Mack

light up Merry Mack

Oxford, AL – BR Williams Trucking, Inc., a proud pillar of the Oxford community since its establishment in 1958, is inviting residents to join in the merriment at their upcoming event – a joyous celebration featuring the official lighting of “Merry Mack.” The festivities will take place at the BR Williams Shop located at 2320 […]

Calhoun County Basketball

Prep basketball

Calhoun County, AL – Barksdale’s hot shooting leads Jacksonville boys to victory. Wheeler hits four threes to lead White Plains. Wellborn boys get first win. Lee pours in 36 points to lead JCA girls. Bradley comes up big for White Plains. Jacksonville, Southside girls victorious. Friday scoreboard BOYS Alexandria 79, Ohatchee 23 Winterboro 59, Donoho 52 […]

Weaver Gears Up for Annual Christmas Parade and Festive Concerts

Weaver Parade and Concert

Weaver, AL – As the holiday season sweeps in, Weaver is preparing for its much-anticipated Christmas Parade, a cherished tradition that brings joy to residents and visitors alike. Mark your calendars for Sunday, December 3rd, at 2:00 pm, as the Weaver Christmas Parade is set to paint the town with festive cheer. The excitement begins at […]

Alabama Football Scoreboard

Friday scoreboard

Calhoun County, AL – Scores from Friday’s Alabama High School Athletic Association football semifinals and Super 7 pairings, via the Alabama Sports Writers Association. AHSAA SEMIFINALS CLASS 6A Clay-Chalkville 38, Parker 13 Saraland 46, Pike Road 7 CLASS 5A Gulf Shores 45, Eufaula 0 Ramsay 35, Guntersville 14 CLASS 4A Catholic-Montgomery 28, BTW-Tuskegee 0 Cherokee Co. […]