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Anniston Woman Fatally Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash

Anniston Woman Fatally Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash on Priebes Mill Road

Talladega County, AL — A two-vehicle collision early Friday morning, January 17, claimed the life of an Anniston woman. The crash occurred at approximately 2:40 a.m. on Priebes Mill Road near Interstate 20, less than a mile south of Oxford. Dazjiah K. Cunningham, 28, was fatally injured when the 2005 Toyota Camry she was driving […]

Calhoun County Responds to Winter Weather, Prepares for Colder Conditions

Sherrif and Hwy Dept

Calhoun County, AL – The recent winter weather brought snow and icy conditions to the region, prompting swift and effective responses from the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office and the Highway Department. Both agencies worked tirelessly to ensure safety and minimize disruption for residents. Sheriff Matthew Wade highlighted the Sheriff’s Office’s efforts during the event. “The storm […]

Calhoun County Prep Basketball

Jacksonville’s Quinn Weaver goes to the basket against St. Clair County on Thursday. (Photo by Greg Warren/For East Alabama Sports Today)

Calhoun County, AL – Oxford boys win in OT, clinches area host. Anniston boys’ winning streak reaches 12 games. Alexandria boys get 19th win. Jacksonville, Jacksonville Christian sweep. Weaver boys victorious. Ranburne girls up to 16-2.   Jaylen Alexander scored 26 points Thursday to lead Oxford to a 52-45 victory over Shades Valley in overtime. The […]

Anniston Museums and Gardens Hosts “What’s the Story? Becoming America” Program

What's the Story Becoming America

Anniston, AL — Step back in time and uncover the fascinating stories behind historical artifacts at Anniston Museums and Gardens’ upcoming program, What’s the Story? Becoming America. Scheduled for Saturday, January 18, at 2:00 p.m., this event promises to bring history to life in a captivating and educational experience. Visitors will gain deeper insight into […]

Updated Calhoun County Pairings

Updated county pairings

Calhoun County, AL – Worries over potential winter weather on Tuesday prompt principals to make changes to county basketball tournament. New schedule included. Updated Calhoun County Tournament pairings BOYS’ PAIRINGS FRIDAY, Jan. 17 No. 12 Saks vs. No. 13 Faith Christian, 5:30 p.m. No. 11 Jacksonville Christian vs. No. 14 Wellborn, 8:30 p.m. SATURDAY, Jan. 18 […]

Jacksonville to Host Twelfth Night Performances with a New Orleans Twist

Twelfth Night Community

Jacksonville, AL — Experience the magic of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night with a vibrant twist as The Shakespeare Project presents a series of community performances at Jacksonville State University’s Stone Center. This year’s rendition reimagines the classic tale in 1915 New Orleans, just after a hurricane, during the early days of jazz and prior to women […]

Oxford Signings

Oxford’s Reid Maniscalco (left), Hudson Gilman (center) and Nick Richardson celebrate with teammates after Wednesday’s ceremony to celebrate their signings to play college baseball … Maniscalco with Snead State Community College, Gilman with Chipola College and Richardson with the University of South Alabama. (Photo by Joe Medley/East Alabama Sports Today)

Oxford, AL – Baseball standouts Richardson, Gilman and Maniscalco celebrate latest signings from Oxford’s 2023 state-championship team. By Joe Medley The signing-day returns for Oxford’s 2023 Class 6A State championship baseball team keep coming. Infielder Reid Maniscalo, first baseman Hudson Gilman and outfielder Nick Richardson became the latest on Wednesday, celebrating their signings during a […]

Calhoun County Schools Launches Community Survey for Five-Year Strategic Plan

Stakeholder Survey

Calhoun County, AL — Last week, a committee of administrators, parents, and community stakeholders came together to kick off the development of a five-year strategic plan for Calhoun County Schools. To ensure the plan reflects the priorities of the entire community, the school system is urging residents to participate in a stakeholder survey designed to […]

Ohatchee Signings

Surrounded by family, Ohatchee’s Brett Finn (center-left) and Rebecca Henderson (center-right) put pen to paper during Friday’s ceremony to mark their college signings in the Ohatchee High School library. (Photo by Joe Medley/East Alabama Sports Today)

Ohatchee, AL – Coming off of Ohatchee’s breakthrough volleyball season, Finn, Henderson celebrate college signings. By Joe Medley Rebecca Henderson gets to go play college volleyball for her best friend’s older sister. Brett Finn looks forward to hands-on coaching. Together, they became the latest triumph for Ohatchee’s breakthrough 2024 volleyball team. The two seniors celebrated their […]

Foothills Piano Festival to Present Dr. Nick Susi at Jacksonville State University

Foothills Piano Festival Presents

Jacksonville, AL – Music enthusiasts are invited to an afternoon of captivating piano artistry as the Foothills Piano Festival presents Dr. Nick Susi in recital on Saturday, January 18, at 3 p.m. The event will take place at Mason Hall on the campus of Jacksonville State University. Dr. Susi’s recital, titled “World Music – Authentic […]