Most Wanted in Calhoun County | January 28, 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 […]
Oxford City Council Holds Pinning Ceremony for Incoming Fire Chief Ben Stewart, Approves Consent Agenda Items
Oxford, AL – The Oxford City Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, recognizing the city’s incoming fire chief and addressing several items of municipal business. During the meeting, Fire Chief-designate Ben Stewart received the chief’s badge in a traditional pinning ceremony held before the council and a council chamber filled with members […]
Anniston Police K9 Izzy Receives Protective Vest Through Charitable Donation
Anniston, AL – The Anniston Police Department’s K9 Izzy has received a new bullet- and stab-resistant vest through a charitable donation from the nonprofit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. The protective vest was sponsored by Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. and is embroidered with the message, “This gift of protection provided by Vested Interest in […]
Ohatchee Town Council Holds Brief Work Session and Regular Meeting
Ohatchee, AL – The Ohatchee Town Council held a work session and regular council meeting on January 27, 2026, with limited agenda items addressed during both sessions. During the work session, the council opened the meeting with no new items added to the agenda. Council members reviewed the status of the Irish Pub, where installation […]
Fashion in History: The 1940s Program Explores Wartime Style at Anniston Museums and Gardens
Anniston, AL – Anniston Museums and Gardens will host an educational program highlighting the fashion of the 1940s on Friday, Jan. 31, 2026, from 1 to 2 p.m. at its Museum Drive location in Anniston, AL. The program, titled Fashion in History: The 1940’s, will be led by one of the museum’s educational interpreters and […]
Calhoun County Gardening – Why I Stopped Pulling Weeds Too Early—and Why You Might Want To, Too
Calhoun County, AL – Through trial and error, I’ve learned that pulling weed roots too early can actually create bigger problems later. It feels productive in winter, but early weed removal can backfire in ways that aren’t obvious until spring. During the winter months, weeds often appear before many perennials have a chance to emerge. […]
KANSAS to Perform at Oxford Performing Arts Center as Part of Coca-Cola Concert Series
Oxford, AL – Oxford Performing Arts Center will host legendary rock band KANSAS on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, from 7 to 9 p.m. at its venue located at 100 E. Choccolocco St. in Oxford, AL. The concert is presented as part of the Coca-Cola Concert Series. With a career spanning more than five decades, KANSAS is […]
Governor Ivey Highlights School Choice Initiatives as Alabama Observes School Choice Week
Montgomery, AL – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday marked the start of School Choice Week by highlighting recent and ongoing efforts aimed at expanding education options for students and families across Alabama. “Our students are the foundation for a better future for Alabama,” Governor Ivey said. “Every child deserves access to a quality education that meets […]
Oxford Boys, Girls Sweep Area Games at Pell City; Hope Christian Boys, Ranburne Girls Earn Big Wins
Oxford boys, girls sweep area games at Pell City. Hope Christian boys, Ranburne girls victorious. PELL CITY — Marcus Perry Jr. led five Oxford players in double figures, and the Class 6A top-ranked Yellow Jackets beat Pell City 87-28 on Tuesday to finish unbeaten in Class 6A, Area 11 play. The Yellow Jackets (20-4) clinched […]
Notice of Completion
LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Completion of Public Works Projects (Over $50,000) Pursuant to Ala. Code §39-1-1 (1975), notice is hereby given that REV Construction, Inc. has completed its contract with Calhoun County Water Authority, for the Fields Water Transmission Main located in, Calhoun County, Alabama. Any person or firm having claims on said Project for […]