Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Most Wanted | August 19, 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 […]
Spirit on Mountain Street Returning with Double Headliners
JACKSONVILLE, AL – Jacksonville’s largest outdoor street festival is back, and this year it’s set to deliver more music, food, and community spirit than ever before. Spirit on Mountain Street will take place Thursday, August 21, bringing an evening of family fun and live entertainment to Mountain Street, next to Jacksonville State University’s AmFirst Stadium. […]
Anniston to Receive $219.8 Million for Abrams Tanks in Defense Appropriations Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-AL) recently advanced the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) Department of Defense Appropriations Act, which allocates more than $851.9 billion in discretionary spending to strengthen America’s defense capabilities. Among the bill’s highlights is a $219.8 million investment to fund 15 additional Abrams tanks, directly supporting operations at the Anniston […]
Jacksonville City Council Approves Infrastructure Projects and New Employee Policy
JACKSONVILLE, AL – The Jacksonville City Council conducted budget work sessions and a regular meeting on August 11, 2025, addressing infrastructure improvements, personnel policies, and community events while approving several key initiatives. Budget Work Sessions Scheduled Through August The council announced a series of budget work sessions scheduled through August 27, covering all city departments. […]
Calhoun County Communities Benefit from State Energy Efficiency Grants Totaling $202,545
MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded more than $600,000 in Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grants to assist local governments in lowering utility costs and modernizing facilities. Among the recipients were two Calhoun County communities. The City of Jacksonville was awarded $11,641 to install energy-efficient lighting retrofits and programmable thermostats at the city’s Senior […]
Fall Gardening Class Coming to Jacksonville Public Library
Jacksonville, AL – The Jacksonville Public Library will host a fall gardening workshop on Thursday, August 21, from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. The event is presented by Root & Bloom Consulting and is designed for both new and experienced gardeners. The class will provide practical advice on what to plant during the fall season, how […]
Calhoun County Commission Addresses Property Issues, Approves Major Animal Shelter Acquisition
ANNISTON, AL – The Calhoun County Commission held its regular meeting on Thursday, August 14, 2025, addressing a lengthy agenda that included property nuisance cases, contract approvals, and a significant acquisition of an animal shelter facility. Property Nuisance Cases Addressed The commission processed 23 property nuisance abatement cases, with several property owners appearing to address […]
Young Pianists Shine at 2025 Rubato Competition in Oxford
Oxford, AL – 2025 Rubato International Piano Competition Concludes at OPAC The 2025 Rubato International Piano Competition in Classical and Jazz concluded on Saturday, August 16, at the Oxford Performing Arts Center (OPAC) in downtown Oxford. The event brought together young pianists from around the world for three days of competition, performances, and masterclasses. This […]