Calhoun County Commission Honors Sheriff Matthew Wade for Decades of Dedicated Service

Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Commission convened on Thursday, March 27, 2025, to address various community matters, with an agenda that included significant proclamations, public comments, and procedural actions. A highlight of the meeting was the presentation of a proclamation honoring Sheriff Matthew Wade for his dedicated service to Calhoun County. The proclamation […]
Life Time Announces New Mountain Bike and Run Event – Coldwater Trail in Anniston

ANNISTON, AL- Registration Now Open for Life Time’s Coldwater Trail MTB & Run in Anniston, Alabama Life Time (NYSE: LTH), the premier healthy lifestyle brand, is thrilled to announce the launch of the Life Time Coldwater Trail MTB & Run, a brand-new mountain biking and trail running event set to take place on October 24 and […]
Big Money Bust: US Cops Documentary Series Featuring Oxford Police Department S3E44

Oxford, AL – First Responders is a powerful documentary series produced by a German production company, designed to transform public perception of frontline workers. Through compelling narratives, the series showcases the dedication, sacrifices, and remarkable efforts of first responders, providing an intimate glimpse into their courage, resilience, and compassion. By sharing these inspiring stories, First […]
Calhoun County Gardening – Marketmore 76: My Go-To Cucumber for Heat, Resilience, and Flavor

Calhoun County, AL – The newest cucumber seed I am thrilled about is called Marketmore 76. I grew them in 2023 & 2024. I am hooked. I also attended a class that discussed them at the Anniston Calhoun Extension Office. There are many heirloom cucumber options. I have experimented with all the basics. However! Marketmore […]
Anniston Public Library Hosts Teen Bad Art Contest on April 3

ANNISTON, AL — Teens with a flair for the delightfully dreadful are invited to showcase their most spectacularly awful artistic talents at the upcoming Teen Bad Art Contest on Thursday, April 3, at 4 p.m. The event will take place at the Public Library of Anniston-Calhoun County, located at 108 E 10th St, Anniston, AL […]
Regional Chamber Breakfast to Highlight CREATE Workforce Initiative in Oxford

Oxford, AL – The Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitor’s Center, in partnership with Gadsden State Community College, is set to host a Regional Chamber Breakfast on Thursday, April 3, from 8 to 9 a.m. The event will take place at 1 Cliff Garrett Dr., Oxford, AL, and is sponsored by The City of Oxford […]
Clutch Homer in Calhoun County

White Plains, AL – Arnold’s two-out, three-run home run in the bottom of the sixth inning gives White Plains an answer to Pleasant Valley’s rally, and Wildcats win a classic between top-three county seeds. By Joe Medley Leighton Arnold walks to the plate to theme music from “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly,” and the […]
Alabama Attorney General Warns Consumers to Protect Genetic Data Amid 23andMe Bankruptcy

Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has issued a warning to consumers regarding the protection of their personal genetic information following the announcement that direct-to-consumer genetic testing company 23andMe will be filing for bankruptcy. The company, which collects and analyzes individuals’ genetic data, has faced ongoing scrutiny following a data breach in October 2023 […]
UPDATE: Anniston’s Chili Cook-Off Set to Bring the Heat This Saturday

ANNISTON, AL — Get ready to turn up the heat as the City of Anniston hosts its highly anticipated Chili Cook-Off this Saturday, March 29, at the Carver Community Center. From 1 PM to 3 PM, chili lovers can indulge in a variety of flavorful recipes and cast their votes for Anniston’s 2025 Chili Champion. […]
Spring Roundup in Calhoun County

Calhoun County, AL – Wins for Piedmont, Alexandria, Oxford, White Plains, Spring Garden, Randolph County and Wellborn in baseball; Alexandria, Piedmont, Jacksonville Christian, Randolph County and Weaver in softball; Weaver boys in soccer. THURSDAY SCOREBOARD Baseball Piedmont 5, Ohatchee 3 Piedmont 10, Ohatchee 0 Alexandria 10, Cleburne County 0 Oxford 3, Science Hill 1 White Plains […]