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New Exhibit “Animals A to Z” Launched at Anniston Museum and Gardens

A-Z exhibit

Anniston, AL – On Thursday, February 27, 2025, the Anniston Museum of Natural History hosted an exclusive “Animals A to Z” Member Reception to celebrate the launch of its latest exhibit. The event, which ran from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, provided a special preview of the exhibit for museum members and enthusiasts. The “Animals A […]

Oxford City Council Honors Special Citizens

CITY COUNCIL

Oxford, AL – Mayor Alton Craft and the Oxford City Council took time from their regular business on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 to pay tribute to some citizens who have helped make life better for their fellow residents. Oxford Firefighter Madison Mintz was awarded the Oxford Fire Department’s Earl Haynes Award of Excellence by Fire Chief […]

Calhoun County Commission Holds Meeting on February 27, 2025

Commission Meeting

Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Commission convened for its regular meeting on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Vice Chair Terry Howell presided over the meeting in the absence of Commissioner Henderson. All items on the agenda were voted on and passed unanimously. The meeting opened with an invocation and the Pledge of […]

81 Year Old Threatens to Slap Somebody: US Cops Documentary Series Featuring Oxford Police Department S3E34

US Cops

Oxford, AL –First Responders is an impactful documentary series created by a German production company, designed to shift the public’s perception of frontline workers. Through captivating storytelling, the series highlights the dedication, sacrifices, and extraordinary accomplishments of first responders, providing an intimate look at their courage, resilience, and compassion. By sharing these powerful stories, First […]

Rainbow Omega Celebrates 100th Birthday of Beloved Resident William D. Jones

Rainbow Omega

Eastabooga, AL – Rainbow Omega recently celebrated a momentous occasion as resident William D. Jones, affectionately known as “Uncle Bill” or “Mr. Bill,” marked his 100th birthday. The celebration extended beyond the organization, as he was honored at the Oxford City Council meeting, where Mayor Alton Kraft proclaimed February 25th as “William D. Jones Day.” […]

Senator Katie Britt Reintroduces Bipartisan Bus Rolling Stock Modernization Act

U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Tina Smith, Kevin Cramer, John Fetterman Lead Effort to Support Made in America Bus Manufacturing

Washington D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Chairman of the Senate Banking Subcommittee on Housing, Transportation, and Community Development, has reintroduced the Bus Rolling Stock Modernization Act, a bipartisan effort aimed at modernizing regulations impacting U.S. bus manufacturers. She is joined by Subcommittee Ranking Member Tina Smith (D-Minn.), along with Senators Kevin Cramer (R-N.Dak.) and […]

Calhoun County Spring Roundup

Pleasant Valley’s Will Underwood had big day at the plate as the Raiders sweat a doubleheader with Weaver on Monday. (Photo by Brad Campbell/sport–shutter.com)

Calhoun County, AL – McGinnis leads the way as Weaver tops Piedmont in softball. Hope Christian baseball gets first victory. Also, wins for White Plains, Pleasant Valley, Wellborn and Lincoln softball; Oxford, Alexandria, Pleasant Valley, Cherokee County, Munford and Cleburne County baseball. Weaver’s Caitlyn Edmondson slides into second base as Piedmont’s Cayla Brothers fields the […]