Calhoun County Most Wanted | January 21, 2026
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 […]
Anniston Fire Department Recognized for Rescuing Two People from Active Fire
Anniston, AL – The City of Anniston recognized the Anniston Fire Department “B” shift for rescuing two residents during a residential structure fire on December 22, 2025. The ceremony was opened by Fire Chief Johnnie Phelps, who stated, “You all did a good job, and I know that, but you did it excellent that day.” […]
Anniston City Council Addresses Lead Hazard Prevention, Restructuring, and Community Engagement
ANNISTON, AL — The Anniston City Council convened for a work session and regular meeting on January 20, 2026, tackling issues ranging from childhood lead poisoning prevention to departmental restructuring and community safety concerns. Work Session Highlights Lead Hazard Reduction Grant Partnership Janice Lee of Independent Reading/Counseling Services presented a proposal for the city to […]
Piedmont City Council Reviews Winter Storm Preparedness, Public Safety Activity, and Major Infrastructure Plans
PIEDMONT, AL – Piedmont city leaders addressed a wide range of issues during Tuesday evening’s City Council meeting, including winter weather preparedness, public safety activity, infrastructure planning, grant applications, and ongoing city operations. A significant portion of the meeting focused on preparing for a potential winter weather event that could impact the city and surrounding areas. […]
Ribbon Cutting Marks Completion of Fields Well Project in White Plains
White Plains, AL – The Calhoun County Water Authority officially recognized the completion of the “Fields Well” project in White Plains during a ribbon-cutting ceremony held in conjunction with its recent board meeting. While the well became operational on the 5th of the month, officials said the timing of the board meeting provided an opportunity to […]
Piedmont Boys Top Glencoe in Area Play; Glencoe Girls Win as Jacksonville, JCA Sweep Doubleheaders
Piedmont, AL – Piedmont boys top Glencoe in area play, and Glencoe’s girls win. Jacksonville, JCA sweep doubleheaders. Anniston, Faith Christian and Pleasant Valley boys win. Ranburne, Spring Garden girls victorious. GLENCOE — Rollie Pinto had one of those nights Tuesday. So did Glencoe’s Grant Smith. Pinto hit three 3-pointers and 16 field goals overall on […]
Anniston and Calhoun County Agencies Receive Funding in $1.36 Million Statewide Grant Award
Montgomery, AL – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded more than $1.36 million in grant funding to seven nonprofit agencies across central and north Alabama that provide services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other crimes, with a portion of the funding supporting services in Anniston and Calhoun County. The grants are being administered […]
Short-Handed Cleburne County Boys Stay Perfect, Sweep Saks and White Plains as White Plains Splits Duals
Missing six wrestlers with seasonal illness, Cleburne County boys sweep White Plains, Saks. White Plains splits. WHITE PLAINS — Missing six starters due to illness, Cleburne County’s boys beat Saks 64-12 and White Plains 53-26 on Tuesday, running the Tigers’ duals record to 30-2. White Plains beat Saks 48-23. Hudson Braxton (106 pounds), Connor […]
Foothills Piano Festival Presents Wendy Freeland and Friends at JSU Mason Hall
Jacksonville, AL – The Foothills Piano Festival will present a chamber music concert featuring pianist Wendy Freeland and a group of guest musicians on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at JSU Mason Hall. The performance is scheduled from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Freeland will be joined by Jeff Solomon (horn), Mark Brandon (clarinet), Jeremy Benson (flute), […]
Second-Half Surge Keeps Alexandria’s Area Title Hopes Alive
After falling at Cleburne County a week ago, Alexandria turns different mindset into big second half, key area victory that could set up a coin flip for tourney hosting rights. By Joe Medley ALEXANDRIA — Alexandria learned from its Class 4A, Area 12 loss at Cleburne County last week and came ready to teach Tuesday […]