Most Wanted in Calhoun County | January 29, 2025
Calhoun County, AL – Each week the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office released their current “Most Wanted” list. An “FTA” means that a person failed to appear for a court date and does not necessarily mean guilty of a criminal charge. A “Probation Violation” means that a person has been found guilty of a charge and […]
Eric Davis Returns to Jacksonville State as Director of Player Development
JACKSONVILLE, AL – One of the most accomplished players in Jacksonville State football history is returning to his roots. Former Jax State and NFL defensive back Eric Davis has been hired as the new Director of Player Development for his alma mater, the university announced on Tuesday evening. Davis, a native of Anniston, expressed his […]
Alabama Leads Nation in Post-COVID Academic Recovery, Surpasses Pre-Pandemic Levels in Key Areas
MONTGOMERY, AL — Results from the 2024 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), known as “America’s Report Card,” reveal that Alabama students are achieving significant strides in post-pandemic academic recovery. In a notable turnaround, Alabama’s 4th-grade math ranking jumped from 52nd in 2019 to 32nd in 2024, marking the largest scale score increase in the […]
Senator Katie Britt Named Chair of Homeland Security Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) has been named Chair of the Homeland Security Subcommittee on the Senate Committee on Appropriations for the 119th Congress. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) will serve as the subcommittee’s Ranking Member. The Homeland Security Subcommittee oversees the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and its agencies, including U.S. […]
Rep. Rogers Supports Executive Orders to Refocus Military Priorities
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (AL-03), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, issued a statement applauding President Trump’s recent executive orders aimed at reshaping military priorities. The orders emphasize increasing military readiness and lethality by dismantling diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, halting policies related to gender ideology, and reinstating servicemembers previously […]
Oxford Reclaims Calhoun County Basketball Supremacy with Dominant Victory Over Alexandria, Secures 24th Title
Jacksonville, AL – Oxford’s boys put on dominating show against short-handed Alexandria, reclaim Calhoun County basketball supremacy with 24th title, seventh in nine years. 74th Calhoun County Tournament results FRIDAY, Jan. 17 No. 12 Saks 52, No. 13 Faith Christian 48 No. 11 Jacksonville Christian 73, No. 14 Wellborn 60 SATURDAY, Jan. 18 No. 6 Weaver […]
Choccolocco Heritage Society Announces Heritage Fund to Preserve 1876 Elementary School
Anniston, AL – The Choccolocco Heritage Society (CHS) hosted an important meeting on January 28, 2025, unveiling plans for the Choccolocco Heritage Fund. This initiative seeks to raise $125,000 to restore the historic 1876 elementary school, preserving its legacy as a symbol of the community’s rich history. The meeting was called to order by Kim Boyd, […]
U.S. Senators Reintroduce Legislation to Block Chinese Ownership of American Land
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), and Kevin Cramer (R-N.Dak.) have reintroduced the Not One More Inch or Acre Act, legislation aimed at preventing individuals or businesses affiliated with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) from owning real estate in the United States. The move comes amid growing concerns about the […]
Oxford Secures Fourth Straight Calhoun County Basketball Championship with Win Over Jacksonville
Jacksonville, AL – Oxford’s girls absorb Jacksonville’s best, pull away to win fourth consecutive Calhoun County basketball championship. Tournament results FRIDAY, Jan. 17 No. 6 Ohatchee 39, No. 11 Pleasant Valley 29 No. 12 Faith Christian 39, No. 13 Wellborn 33 SATURDAY, Jan. 18 No. 5 Alexandria 57, Faith 17 MONDAY, Jan. 19 No. 7 Piedmont […]
