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Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Requests Public Help in Solving Recent Property Crimes

Crime Stoppers

Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating recent property crimes and is calling on the public for help. By encouraging community involvement, the Sheriff’s Office hopes to improve public safety and hold those accountable for these criminal activities.   Incident 1: Posting for Jacksonville Police Department. Any information in relation to […]

Calhoun County Commission Meeting Highlights: Check Presentations Support Local Foundations

Commision Meeting

Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Commission held its regular monthly meeting on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., with a strong focus on community support and engagement. Two major check presentations highlighted the session, reflecting the county’s commitment to public service and historical preservation. The first presentation honored the Alabama Law Enforcement […]

Donut Detour Disaster: US Cops Documentary Series Featuring Oxford Police Department S3E56

Donut Detour Disaster

Oxford, AL – First Responders is a compelling documentary series created by a German production company, aiming to reshape how the world views frontline workers. Through powerful storytelling, the series highlights the unwavering dedication, personal sacrifices, and extraordinary efforts of these everyday heroes. By providing an intimate look into their bravery, resilience, and compassion, First […]

Calhoun County Administrative Offices to Open Late on May 14 for Employee Meeting

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES TO DELAY OPENING

CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — The Ken Joiner Calhoun County Administration Building, along with several other county offices, will delay opening on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, to accommodate a countywide employee meeting focused on staff development and training. County offices, including the Calhoun County Commission, Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office, and administrative departments such as the License […]

Jacksonville High School Signings

JHS signings

Jacksonville, AL – Lights and scenes from Friday’s ceremony to celebrate the signings of three Jacksonville High School seniors. Videos by Joe Medley Photos by Joe Medley Jacksonville softball coach Gary Atchley talks during Friday’s ceremony to celebrate the signing of Lacey Barnes. She will play for Chattahoochee Valley Community College. Lacey Barnes’ Jacksonville softball […]

Jefferson’s Honors 2025 Teachers of the Year in Weaver and Oxford

Jefferson’s Teacher of the Year

Jacksonville and Oxford, AL – Jefferson’s restaurants in Jacksonville and Oxford have proudly announced their 2025 Teachers of the Year, honoring two outstanding educators who exemplify dedication, creativity, and compassion in the classroom. Cameron Martin Named Jefferson’s – Jacksonville Teacher of the Year Congratulations to Cameron Martin, a fifth-grade science teacher at Weaver Elementary School, […]

Discover the Healing Wisdom of the Appalachians: Darryl Patton Presents Traditional Southern Folk Medicine at Anniston Public Library

Darryl Patton Presents Traditional Southern Folk medicine

Anniston, AL — On Tuesday, May 13 at 2:00 p.m., the Anniston Public Library will host a captivating presentation by herbalist and educator Darryl Patton, titled “Traditional Southern Folk Medicine.” This unique event promises to take attendees on a journey into the rich herbal heritage of the Appalachian Mountains. For generations, medicinal plants have served […]

Smith Signs

Faith Christian’s Jayden Smith signed Wednesday to compete for Montevallo. (Submitted photo)

Anniston, AL – Faith Christian’s Smith parlays one year of prep track success into a chance to compete for the University of Montevallo. Faith Christian track standout Jayden Smith doesn’t know the source of his favorite quote but has proved it true. “The only thing that stands between you and your dream is the will to […]