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Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Addresses Property Crimes and Seeks Public Assistance

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Calhoun County, AL – In the ongoing effort to maintain public safety and protect the community, the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating recent property crimes and is seeking assistance from the public to aid in resolving these cases.   Incident 1 (1/23/24): On the morning of January 23, 2024, a Yamaha motorcycle was […]

Anniston’s Faith Christian Has Lions Pride

Faith Christian players celebrate after winning Friday at White Plains. (Photo by Joe Medley)

Anniston, AL – Class 1A Faith Christian boys shock Class 4A No. 2 White Plains with big first half, hold off Wildcats’ comeback for shocker to end regular season. By Joe Medley Corey Hughes threw his third Faith Christian boys’ team to the lions early this season. Plainview, Gulf Shores, White Plains, Jacksonville, and that’s only […]

Jacksonville State University Releases January 2024 Crime Report

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Jacksonville, AL – In adherence to the U.S. Department of Education and The Jeanne Clery Act, Jacksonville State University (JSU) has disclosed its monthly crime statistics for December 2023, providing the community with vital safety information regarding on-campus incidents. The university remains committed to transparency, ensuring that students, faculty, and the broader community are informed about […]

Next Man Up for Piedmont and Weaver

Piedmont’s Colton Proctor (middle) and Luke Rhinehart pressure Wellborn’s Ollie Boot during Saturday’s Class 3A, Area 11 action at Piedmont. (Photo by Joe Medley)

Piedmont, AL – Having added Bethel to the list of contributors lost for the season, Piedmont rolls on to area final, subregional. Weaver avenges last year’s difficult loss to Saks, earns subregional berth. Saturday scoreboard BOYS Piedmont 71, Wellborn 35 Weaver 62, Saks 50 Oxford 62, Gadsden City 55 Spring Garden 90, Jacksonville Christian 44 GIRLS […]

Indulge in Sweetness and Fitness at the White Plains Chocolate 5K

White Plains Chocolate 5K

White Plains, AL – Lace up your running shoes and satisfy your sweet tooth at the upcoming White Plains Chocolate 5K, set to take place on Saturday, February 10th, at 9:00 am. Hosted by the WP Track Booster Club, this delectable event promises a delightful blend of running, chocolate, and community spirit. Registration for the […]

Jacksonville State University Welcomes Community for Open House for JSU South

Community Invited to Open House at JSU South

Jacksonville, AL –  An invitation is extended to the community to attend an open house hosted by the JSU School of Nursing on February 8, from 4:30 to 6 p.m., at the recently renovated South Complex on the university campus. This event is free and open to the public. Commencing in 2021, extensive renovations transformed […]

Area Tourney Roundup

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Fort Payne, AL – Alexander leads Oxford boys past Gadsden City, to area final and subregional. Spring Garden boys, girls win big. Anniston, Handley girls to meet in area final. Eighth-graders propel Jacksonville girls. Saturday’s scoreboard BOYS Piedmont 71, Wellborn 35 Weaver 62, Saks 50 Oxford 62, Gadsden City 55 Spring Garden 90, Jacksonville Christian 44 […]

Unlock the Power of Apple Devices: Anniston Public Library Hosts Workshop

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Anniston, AL – The Anniston Public Library is set to empower the community with a special event focusing on the world of Apple devices. On Wednesday, February 7th, at 2:00 pm, the library will host a workshop titled “Working with iPads and other Apple Devices.” This engaging session invites participants to delve into the nuances […]

Calhoun County Indoor Track

White Plains’ Maddyn Conn receives two more state-championship rings Friday, at the Wildcats’ basketball game, then posted second- and third-place finishes at the state indoor track championships Saturday. (Photo by Joe Medley)

Birmingham, AL – Munford’s Frank, Cherokee County’s Johnson bring home state titles. White Plains’ Conn takes second- and third-place finishes. By East Alabama Sports Today A day after receiving the latest two of her state-championship rings in cross country and track, Maddyn Conn put up big finishes in the Class 4A-5A state indoor championships. The […]