Saks Student Arrested for Having Gun on Campus During School Hours
Saks, AL – On Monday, April 7, 2025, the School Resource Officer (SRO) assigned to Saks High School was alerted that one of the students may be in possession of a loaded handgun. The SRO, working with the High School staff, was able to quickly identify the student and make contact with them. During the […]
Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Reminds Alabamians of Upcoming REAL ID Deadline
Montgomery, AL – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is reminding residents across the state that the REAL ID Act of 2005will officially go into effect on May 7, 2025. After this date, individuals planning to fly domestically or enter certain federal facilities must present a REAL ID-compliant identification — such as a STAR ID in […]
This Weeks Most Wanted in Calhoun County | April 8, 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 […]
Governor Ivey Announces Key Judicial and Law Enforcement Appointments Across Alabama
MONTGOMERY, AL — On Monday, Governor Kay Ivey announced 29 appointments to positions across Alabama, including filling two judicial vacancies and two sheriff roles in Calhoun, Montgomery, and Perry counties. Matthew McCullars has been appointed as District Judge for the 7th Judicial Circuit in Calhoun County, succeeding retiring Judge Donna Elizabeth Rogers. McCullars, a graduate […]
Calhoun County Beautification Board Opens Nominations for Annual Beautification Awards
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Beautification Board (CCBB) has officially opened the nomination period for its highly anticipated Annual Beautification Awards. This yearly tradition recognizes outstanding contributions to enhancing the visual appeal and landscape design across Calhoun County. Residents now have the opportunity to nominate properties that reflect a commitment to beautification and […]
Attorney General Steve Marshall Honors Victims During National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
MONTGOMERY, AL — Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall is joining forces with law enforcement agencies and crime victims’ organizations across the state to recognize National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, observed this year from April 6–12, 2025. The annual observance serves as a time to honor those impacted by crime, support their families, and raise awareness […]
A Stark Reminder of Child Abuse in Calhoun and Cleburne Counties
Anniston, AL – In solemn recognition of National Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month, the Calhoun/Cleburne Children’s Center has placed 283 blue pinwheels on its front lawn at 2100 Leighton Avenue in Anniston. Each pinwheel represents a child abuse victim who was interviewed at the center over the past year — a sobering symbol of […]
Calhoun County Soccer
Calhoun County, AL – Jacksonville’s, Oxford’s, White Plains’ boys and girls get through to semifinals. Saks’ boys, also get through to Tuesday’s action. Boys’ pairings MONDAY, April 7 No. 1 Oxford 13, No. 8 Anniston 0 No. 4 Saks 6, No. 5 Weaver 4 No. 6 Jacksonville 4, No. 3 Donoho 3 (PK) No. 2 White […]
Senator Katie Britt Joins Bipartisan Coalition to Introduce Alleviating Barriers for Caregivers (ABC) Act
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) has joined a bipartisan group of lawmakers in introducing the Alleviating Barriers for Caregivers (ABC) Act, legislation aimed at easing administrative challenges faced by millions of family caregivers across the country. Senators Edward Markey (D-Mass.) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) are co-leading the initiative in the Senate, […]
Calhoun County Spring Roundup
Oxford, AL – Big day for Bozemans as Hope Christian gets 16th win of inaugural AISA baseball season. Eli Bozeman pitched a one-hitter with 10 strikeouts, and Hope Christian downed visiting North River Christian 11-0 in Monday’s high school baseball action. He also contributed a run and an RBI at the plate as the […]
