Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public’s Help in Property Crime Investigation
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. Property Crime: On July 22, deputies responded to a burglary alarm at […]
Battle of the Badges Chili Cook-Off Returns Aug. 8 to Oxford Civic Center
OXFORD, AL — The Calhoun County Blue Line Foundation is inviting the community to attend the 3rd Annual Battle of the Badges Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, Aug. 8, where local police and fire departments will compete for bragging rights while raising funds to support first responders. The annual event features a friendly competition between law enforcement […]
Gadsden State, Jax State Create New Transfer Pathway for Technical Degree Graduates
Jacksonville, AL — Gadsden State Community College and Jacksonville State University have entered into a new transfer pathway agreement designed to give graduates of workforce-focused associate degree programs a streamlined route to earning a bachelor’s degree. The agreement allows students who complete one of 28 Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree programs at Gadsden State […]
US Cops: Driver Reaches, Cops React
Oxford, AL – First Responders is a German documentary series that provides an unfiltered look at the demanding world of emergency services. Using real-time footage, the series follows firefighters, paramedics, and rescue personnel as they respond to critical incidents, make life-saving decisions under pressure, and navigate the unpredictable nature of their work. Beyond the emergencies […]
Jacksonville State Opens Preseason Camp With Focus on Standards, Competition and Development
JACKSONVILLE — Jacksonville State football officially opened the 2026 preseason with Media Day on Thursday, as head coach Charles Kelly, offensive coordinator Taylor Hausright, defensive coordinator Brian Williams and several players discussed the Gamecocks’ preparation for the upcoming season ahead of the first official practice. The Gamecocks are scheduled to begin fall practice Friday, with […]
Oxford City Championship First-Round Tee Times Set at Cider Ridge
First-round tee times for the Oxford City Championship at Cider Ridge. The Oxford City Championship is the eighth of nine points events on the 2026 Calhoun County Golf Tour. Senior tee times (Friday) 10 a.m.: Rich Etter, David Sanders, David Fitzgerald, Clay Calkins. 10:10 a.m.: Don Maddox, Sammy Maddox, Chip Howell, Bob Feicht. 10:30 a.m.: […]
Jacksonville State Researcher Awarded More Than $73,000 Grant to Study Rare Pediatric Cancer
JACKSONVILLE — Jacksonville State University Assistant Professor of Biology Dr. Le Su has received a $73,003.37 Extended Scholar Grant from the St. Baldrick’s Childhood Cancer Research Foundation to support research focused on a rare and aggressive childhood cancer. The one-year grant, which runs from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, will fund Dr. Su’s […]