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US Cops Documentary Series Featuring Oxford Police Department Ep 3

US Cops Documentary Series Featuring Oxford Police Department Ep 3

Oxford, AL –FIRST RESPONDERS is a recently launched YouTube Channel that focuses on honoring the dedicated and hardworking first responders across the United States of America. Managed by a compact German production company, this documentary channel strives to make a positive impact on international coverage of the remarkable efforts of these men and women. Back […]

Governor Kay Ivey Applauds House Passage of Gaming Legislation

Update from Governor Kay Ivey House's Passage of HB151 & HB152

Montgomery, AL – In the wake of the Alabama House of Representatives passing House Bill 151 (HB151) and House Bill 152 (HB152), Governor Kay Ivey has issued a statement expressing her support for the progress made in the realm of gaming legislation. “I have long said the people of Alabama deserve to have another say on […]

Anniston’s Faith Christian Coach Hughes Takes Time Away

Faith Christian’s Cory Hughes chest bumps freshman Conner Richerzhagen after the Lions upset White Plains this season. (Photo by Joe Medley)

Anniston, AL – Faith Christian coach will take a year off from coaching to pursue a ministry internship in Washington,D.C. Prater to serve as interim. By Joe Medley Cory Hughes, having just coached Faith Christian’s boys to their third consecutive Northeast Regional appearance, will take a year off from coach to pursue ministry opportunities, he said […]

Gaston’s Last Play for Oxford

Oxford senior JaMea Gaston during the Yellow Jackets’ Class 6A Northeast Regional semifinal against Shades Valley on Friday in Pete Mathews Coliseum. (Photo by Joe Medley)

Jacksonville, AL – Not one to let the scoreboard have the last word, Oxford senior ends her career in the most JaMea Gaston way possible. By Joe Medley There’s a way to end a high school career, and JaMea Gaston wasn’t about to let the scoreboard have the last word Friday. The cruel bulbs said […]

Alabama Sets New Export Record for Second Consecutive Year, Governor Kay Ivey Announces

Governor Ivey Announces Alabama Exports Total $27.4 Billion in 2023, Eclipsing Previous Annual Record for State

Montgomery, AL – Governor Kay Ivey proudly declared this week that Alabama has achieved yet another milestone in its economic resilience, with the state’s companies exporting goods and services totaling over $27.4 billion in 2023. This marks the second consecutive year of breaking records, showcasing the robustness of Alabama’s economy in the face of global challenges. […]

Calhoun County Spring Roundup

Blake Jennings (left) with White Plains principal Andy Ward at Jennings’ hiring in April of 2023. (File photo)

Lincoln, AL – White Plains baseball wins in Jennings’ debut as coach. Ohatchee softball rolls up 19 runs. In soccer, Jacksonville girls, Donoho boys and girls all participate in night of ties. Three score as Faith Christian’s boys beat Munford. This is today’s roundup of spring preps sports events. Will be updated as coaches report […]

Oxford Police Department Releases Weekly Statistics and Encourages Community Engagement

Oxford Police Stats

Oxford, AL – The Oxford Police Department has recently shared its weekly statistics for the period of January 28th to February 3rd, providing a glimpse into their operational activities during that time frame. According to the data shared by the department, there were a total of 497 calls to service during the specified week. Among these […]

State Wrestling

State wrestling

Huntsville, AL – Weaver leads after day one, gets five wrestlers through to championship semifinals. (Includes rundown of wrestlers still active for area teams)   Top-ranked Weaver, seeking its third consecutive Class 1A-4A state wrestling title, emerged as the leader after the first day of the state tournament. The Bearcats lead the 1A-4A field with 53 […]