Legacy Cabinets Announces Immediate Closure, Employees Raise Questions About Notice and Benefits
EASTABOGA, AL — Legacy Cabinets has announced the permanent closure of its Eastaboga facility, resulting in the immediate termination of all employees effective June 6, 2026. Employees received a memo dated June 6 informing them that Legacy Cabinets, Inc. would permanently cease operations at its facility located at 285 Legacy Boulevard in Eastaboga. According to […]
Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Property Crimes, Seeks Public Assistance
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 on May 24th someone drove a dark colored SUV into […]
Alexandria’s Cutter’s Pizza Shop Earns National Recognition in 50-State Ranking
Alexandria, AL – Cutter’s Pizzeria, with locations in Alexandria and Oxford, has been recognized as Alabama’s top pizza destination in a recent nationwide ranking published by 5 Reasons to Visit. The travel and lifestyle publication released its list, “The Top Pizza Slice in All 50 States Ranked,” highlighting one standout pizzeria from each state. Cutter’s […]
Calhoun County Gardening – Yuccas Bring Height, Beauty and Low-Maintenance Appeal to Home Landscapes
Calhoun County, AL – Yuccas are among the most striking and resilient plants found in home landscapes, offering year-round greenery, dramatic height, and exceptional drought tolerance. With more than 40 species of Yucca, these versatile plants thrive in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 11, making them well-suited for a wide range of climates. Some varieties can […]
Piedmont Historical Society Receives Norfolk Southern Grant for ADA Restroom Project
Piedmont, AL – The Piedmont Historical Society has been awarded a $5,000 Thriving Communities Grant from Norfolk Southern to support the construction of new ADA-compliant public restroom facilities. According to Norfolk Southern, the funding will help improve accessibility for visitors attending community events and tourism activities in Piedmont. The restroom project is intended to better […]
Anniston Library to Host Program Exploring Lesser-Known Facts About the Statue of Liberty
ANNISTON, AL — The Public Library of Anniston-Calhoun County will host a special presentation titled “The Lady – Ten Things I Didn’t Know About the Statue of Liberty” on Tuesday, June 9, at 2 p.m. The program will be presented by Dolores Hydock and will take place at the library, located at 108 E. 10th […]
Staying Safe in the Summer Heat
Calhoun County, AL – As temperatures and humidity levels rise across Alabama and much of the South, health officials encourage residents to take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses. Prolonged exposure to high temperatures can quickly become dangerous, especially for children, older adults, outdoor workers, athletes, and those with underlying health conditions. One of the most important […]
Digging into Archaeology Program Planned at Jacksonville Public Library
JACKSONVILLE, AL — The Jacksonville Public Library will host an educational program titled “Digging into Archaeology” on Tuesday, June 9, at 5:30 p.m. The event will feature Dr. Kathryn A. Catlin, Assistant Professor of Anthropology at Jacksonville State University, who will share information about archaeology and its role in understanding past cultures and communities. Attendees […]