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U.S. Senators Call for UN Investigation into Hamas’ Alleged Sexual Violence

U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Lindsey Graham, Kirsten Gillibrand, Susan Collins, Richard Blumenthal, Joni Ernst Introduce Resolution Calling for Investigation into October 7 Sexual Violence

Washington D.C. – Six U.S. Senators, representing both major political parties, have jointly introduced a resolution urging the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to formally investigate allegations of sexual violence and torture perpetrated by Hamas during and after the October 7 terrorist attack on Israel. The resolution comes in response to a recent U.N. report citing […]

Spring Roundup for Calhoun County

Spring Roundup

Calhoun County, AL – Alexandria softball wins two of three in Gulf Shores, and PV goes 0-3. Ohatchee, Jacksonville tie. PV baseball wins two in Spring Experience, and White Plains splits. Oxford tops Hueytown.Piedmont beats West Blocton. Munford downs Central-Clay.   GULF SHORES — Alexandria went 2-1 in the Gulf Coast Classic on Monday, beating Columbia […]

Jacksonville State University School of Nursing Recognized Among Best College Nursing Programs in America

JSU School of Nursing Ranked Among Nation’s Best Programs

Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University – Where Excellence in Nursing Education Thrives   Jacksonville State University’s School of Nursing has received prestigious recognition from Niche.com, a nationally recognized platform providing rankings, report cards, and reviews of colleges and universities. The esteemed institution has been named to the list of Best College Nursing Programs in […]

Step Back in Time: Historic Main Street Oxford Presents Historic Walking Tours Event

Historic Walking Tours

Oxford, AL – Residents and visitors alike are invited to embark on a journey through history as Historic Main Street Oxford announces its Historic Walking Tours event, taking place at Simmons Park on Saturday, April 6th, from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. In collaboration with the Alabama Department of Tourism’s April Walking Tours initiative, Historic […]

Alabama’s Economic Growth Projections Soar: $6.4 Billion in Investments Anticipated for 2024

Governor Ivey Announces Economic Development Projects Launched in 2023 to Inject Over $6 Billion in New Investment into Alabama Communities

Montgomery, AL – Governor Kay Ivey today unveiled Alabama’s optimistic economic forecast for the year 2024, announcing that companies launching operations or expanding existing facilities are expected to invest over $6.4 billion in the state. This figure builds upon Alabama’s established economic development track record, signaling another year of potential job creation and economic prosperity. […]

Letter to the Editor – “Consolidations” at Stringfellow and RMC

Letter to the Editor

We believe that all our residents deserve to voice their opinions. All opinions are from the writer and are not the opinion of Calhoun County Journal. Please feel free to include your name or post anonymously. We will not posts threats or accusations. We encourage reader interaction with this news platform. Date Submitted March 26, […]

Oxford’s Dynamic Duo

Oxford’s Ashlyn Burns (left) and Berkley Mooney celebrated their college signings at Monday’s ceremony in the Oxford High School media center. Burns will play for Wallace State Community College and Mooney for the University of Montevallo. (Photo by Joe Medley)

Oxford, AL – Oxford softball standouts Burns, Mooney celebrate signings … Burns to Wallace State Community College, Mooney to University of Montevallo. (Photo gallery below) By Joe Medley Ashlyn Burns looks to turn her labrum injury into a minor detour in college softball. Berkley Mooney looks forward to college softball being a family affair. Both Oxford […]