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Oxford Police Lead Successful Drug Bust, Removing Kilo of Fentanyl from Streets

kilo of fentanyl off the streets in Oxford

Oxford, Alabama – In a major victory against the ongoing battle with illicit drugs, the Oxford Police Department, under the leadership of Chief Bill Partridge, successfully carried out a significant drug bust. The operation resulted in the removal of a kilogram of fentanyl from the streets, preventing this highly dangerous drug from infiltrating and impacting […]

UPDATED: Two-Vehicle Crash Causes Road Blockage on Interstate 20 in Calhoun County

Two-Vehicle Crash Causes Road Blockage on Interstate 20 in Calhoun County

Calhoun County, AL – A two-vehicle crash on Tuesday, January 30, at approximately 3:12 p.m. has resulted in road blockage on the westbound lanes of Interstate 20 near the 183 mile marker. The incident has prompted authorities to close the affected lanes, and the duration of the closure remains undetermined at this time. The Alabama […]

Prep Basketball in Calhoun County

Prep Basketball

Calhoun County, AL – Barksdale, Nixon lead Jacksonville boys past Weaver. Nicholson paced Jacksonville girls in victory over Munford. Cleburne County boys top Wellborn. Monday scoreboard BOYS Anniston 61, Alexandria 49 Jacksonville 66, Weaver 56 Cleburne County 57, Wellborn 34 Gaston 55, Jacksonville Christian 40 Ohatchee 55, Pleasant Valley 35 Glencoe 74, Lincoln 44 LaFayette 72, […]

U.S. Senator Katie Britt Expresses Concerns Following Attack in Jordan

U.S. Senator Katie Britt Releases Statement on Three U.S. Soldiers Killed by Iranian Proxy Attack

Washington D.C. – United States Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) responded to the recent drone attack by Iranian-backed groups in Jordan that resulted in the tragic loss of three U.S. servicemembers and left over two dozen others injured. In her statement, Senator Britt conveyed her heartfelt condolences for the fallen soldiers and their families while expressing deep […]

Calhoun County Basketball Photo Gallery

Basketball Photo Gallery

Calhoun County, AL – Anniston’s boys basketball team faced Alexandria on Monday, after honoring six senior basketball players on senior night. Photos by Joe Medley Memorabilia tables fill the lobby outside of Anniston High’s gymnasium for Monday’s basketball senior night activities. Anniston’s Delroy Francis and family during Monday’s senior night activities. Anniston’s T.K. Downie and […]

Journey of Faith: From This to That with Oxford’s Wynika Hendrix’Palmer

Journey of Faith From This to That with Oxford's Wynika Hendrix'Palmer

Oxford, AL – In the heart of Oxford, where the charm of a close-knit community dances with the pulse of local businesses, Wynika Hendrix’Palmer is a familiar face—a woman known for her community-minded spirit, unwavering passion for faith, and a knack for making everyone feel like a friend. Her recent venture into the world of literature […]

Special Senior Night in Anniston

Anniston senior Kyron Brown participates in senior-night activities with his father, Anniston coach Torry Brown, and mother Deidra Brown on Monday. (Photo by Joe Medley)

Anniston, AL – Coach father, player son take the walk to midcourt along with 10 other Anniston senior players on a night when the Bulldogs sweep to victory. Monday scoreboard BOYS Anniston 61, Alexandria 49 Jacksonville 66, Weaver 56 Cleburne County 57, Wellborn 34 Gaston 55, Jacksonville Christian 40 Ohatchee 55, Pleasant Valley 35 Glencoe 74, […]

Anniston Police Stats 01/22/2024 to 01/28/2024

Anniston Stats

Anniston, AL – The Anniston Police Department shares their weekly stats. The stats for the week of 01/22/2024 to 01/28/2024. Anniston Officers answered a total of 993 calls for service. There were 51 criminal incident/offense reports taken. There were 60 miscellaneous (minor) incident reports taken. There were four felony arrests. There were ten misdemeanor arrests. […]

Calhoun County and Area Hoops Pairings

Area hoops pairings

Calhoun County, AL – Pairings for area basketball tournaments. Host teams have until Wednesday to submit pairings to the AHSAA. This will be updated as pairings become available. Class 6A, Area 13 boys At Fort Payne SATURDAY, Feb. 3 No. 2 Gadsden City vs. No. 3 Oxford, 6 p.m. TUESDAY, Feb. 6 Championship No. 1 Fort […]