Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Requests Public Help in Solving Recent Property Crimes
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: Sometime between January 31 stand February 1st a business was […]
Night to Shine Prom Experience Held in Anniston for Special Needs Community
ANNISTON, AL — Members of the special needs community gathered in Anniston for this year’s Night to Shine, an international prom experience hosted by the Tim Tebow Foundation. The local event was sponsored by First Baptist Church of Oxford and held at Parker Memorial Baptist Church in Anniston. Night to Shine is an annual event […]
46th Annual Heritage Festival to Celebrate Black History Month in Anniston
Anniston, AL – Anniston Museums and Gardens will host the 46th annual Heritage Festival on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at the Longleaf Event Center in Anniston. The free community event will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is open to individuals and families of all ages. Organized in recognition of Black History Month, […]
RMC Foundation to Host Heart Day Screenings for Adults 50+ at Tyler Center in Anniston
Anniston, AL – The RMC Foundation will host its Early Detection Connection “Heart Day” screening event on February 26 and 27 at the RMC Tyler Center, offering heart health screenings for men and women ages 50 and older. The screenings are available for $50 and are designed to promote early detection and awareness of heart-related conditions. […]
State Industrial Development Authority Approves $15.7 Million in SEEDS Grants for 21 Alabama Industrial Sites
Montgomery, AL – Governor Kay Ivey announced Friday that the State Industrial Development Authority (SIDA) has approved 21 grants totaling $15.7 million through the Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy (SEEDS) program, an initiative aimed at strengthening Alabama’s ability to attract large-scale economic development projects. The SEEDS grant program is designed to improve Alabama’s competitiveness by […]
Weaver boys rally for 13th state wrestling title; Weaver girls repeat as champions as Calhoun County sweeps state honors
Weaver’s boys rally from behind to claim 13th state wrestling title, and Weaver’s girls dominate to become back-to-back champions. Alexandria boys, girls runners up, give Calhoun County sweep of ‘map’ trophies. By Joe Medley HUNTSVILLE — Calhoun County high school wrestling had a good day at the state tournament Saturday. A very, very good day. […]
Jacksonville State University Awarded $42,500 Grant to Expand Sexual Assault Support Services Across Three Counties
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University has been awarded a $42,500 grant to expand access to sexual assault support services and establish a new 24/7 crisis hotline serving Calhoun, Cleburne, and Talladega counties. The funding, awarded through the Sexual Assault Services Program (SASP), is a subaward passed through the Alabama Coalition Against Rape and the […]
Calhoun County Extension Office Shares Tips for Protecting Crops and Plants from Late Frost
Calhoun County, AL – Horticulturalists at the Extension Office answer many calls every year when a late frost is expected about how to protect plants or blooms from the cold. A grower needs to think about frost protection long before the planting process. Site selection plays an important role in frost protection. Cold air settles […]
Oxford City Council to Review Bike and Pedestrian Route Study Results During Special Session
Oxford, AL – The City of Oxford will receive the results of the “Oxford on the Move: A Plan for Bike and Pedestrian Route” study during a special council session scheduled for 5:45 p.m. on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at Oxford City Hall. The presentation will be delivered by Sain Associates, the firm responsible for […]
Jacksonville Girls Advance To Northeast Regional Behind Nicholson’s 32-Point Performance
Nicholson pours in 32 points, and fifth-ranked Jacksonville girls’ stave off No. 6 Ramsay’s comeback to advance to Northeast Regional. By Joe Medley JACKSONVILLE — Neveah Nicholson poured in 32 points, including eight 3-pointers, and the fifth-ranked Jacksonville girls held off No. 6 Ramsay’s comeback to win their subregional game 63-52. The Golden Eagle (27-4) […]