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Oxford Police Department held its Junior Police Academy Thursday.

Junior Police Academy

Area youths got a taste of real police work this week from officers who are on patrol daily. A local main street program has been chosen for a national project on business equity, and a car dealership celebrated a major award by having the boss do the cooking. Hot, Hot, Hot. Calhoun County Sports Hall […]

Oxford to Host Free Kids Fishing Rodeo at Choccolocco Park

Fishing Rodeo

Oxford, AL – Get ready for a day of family fun and fishing excitement at Choccolocco Park on June 22, 2024, as the city hosts a free Kids Fishing Rodeo. This community event, proudly sponsored by the Calhoun Journal, begins at 9 a.m. and promises a memorable experience for young anglers and their families. Choccolocco […]

Sunny King Toyota Celebrates 28th Consecutive President’s Award with GM Vernon Thomas in Anniston

Sunny King Toyota Celebrates 28th Consecutive President's Award with GM Vernon Thomas

Anniston, AL – Sunny King Toyota has once again secured Toyota’s prestigious President’s Award, marking an impressive 28th consecutive win for the dealership. This accolade recognizes outstanding customer service, retention, and sales performance, cementing Sunny King Toyota’s reputation as a leader in customer satisfaction and automotive excellence. Vernon Thomas, General Manager of Sunny King Toyota, […]

New Mural in Piedmont by Artist Tiffany Beal

New Mural in Piedmont by Artist Tiffany Beal

Piedmont, AL – If you’re going to Piedmont in the near future, check out the new mural. A few months ago, artist Tiffany Beal addressed the Piedmont City Council about the possibility of a special mural. The Council approved the funding for this special mural. Now, Beal is painting the mural on a side of a […]

Jonathan’s Gaddy’s First Commission Meeting: Highlights from the Calhoun County Commission Meeting – June 13th, 2024

County Commision

Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Commission held a regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, June 13th, 2024.    Call To Order Fred Wilson – Present Chairman Danny Shears – Present Carolyn Henderson – Present Terry Howell – Present Lee Patterson – Present Invocation/Pledge Of Allegiance Adopt Agenda Elected Official/Department Head Comments Adopt Minutes – Unanimously Approved Old Business […]

Anniston Gears Up for the 2024 Heritage Festival Featuring Lyfe Jennings

2024 Anniston Heritiage Fesitval

Anniston, AL – The eagerly anticipated 2024 Heritage Festival is set to captivate the community at Zinn Park on Saturday, June 22, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM CST. Organized by The City of Anniston, this annual celebration promises a day filled with music, culture, and family-friendly fun. This year’s highlight is a live […]

Senator Katie Britt Joins Effort to Repeal Natural Gas Tax from Inflation Reduction Act

U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Ted Cruz, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Strike Down Biden Natural Gas Tax

Washington D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) has collaborated with Senator Ted Cruz (R-Tex.) and 10 other colleagues to introduce legislation aimed at repealing the Natural Gas Tax enacted under the Biden Administration’s Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The senators argue that this tax will raise energy costs for consumers and add to the financial burdens […]

“Remember with Me” Grieving Parents Meeting at Redbird Willow Farm in Anniston

Remember with me Grieving Parents

Anniston, AL – On Thursday, June 20th, grieving parents in Anniston and the surrounding areas are invited to attend the “Remember with Me” meeting organized by Michele D. Hornsby. The event will take place at Redbird Willow Farm, located at 1103 Lenlock Lane, Anniston, AL 36206, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. “Every day we face […]

Fundraiser for Veterans with Patriotic Wreath-Making Event in Piedmont

Patriotic Wreath making class

Piedmont, AL – On Saturday, June 22, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Main Street South and Garner Lane Designs are hosting a special event in Piedmont to raise funds for local veterans. The event will be held at 105 S Main St, Piedmont, AL, and offers participants the chance to create their own patriotic wreaths […]