Calhoun County News

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

Michaels’ One-Hitter Powers Weaver to Road Win, Jacksonville and Hokes Bluff Also Victorious; Alexandria, Oxford, and White Plains Split in Softball
Calhoun County, AL – Michaels’ one-hitter helps Weaver baseball win on the road. Also, wins for Jacksonville and Hokes Bluff. Alexandria, Oxford and White Plains split

JCA Dominates with 22 Runs; Glencoe, Hokes Bluff, Spring Garden Notch Wins; Oxford, White Plains Split in Spring Sting
Saks, AL – JCA baseball erupts for 22 runs. Glencoe, Hokes Bluff, Spring Garden victorious. Munford splits. Oxford, White Plains softball split their games in Spring

Alexandria High School Hosts First Annual Football Mattress Fundraiser
Alexandria, AL – The Alexandria High School football team is inviting the community to rest easy while supporting their program at the 1st Annual Alexandria

Calhoun County Commission Honors Sheriff Matthew Wade for Decades of Dedicated Service
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Commission convened on Thursday, March 27, 2025, to address various community matters, with an agenda that included significant

Calhoun County Gardening – Marketmore 76: My Go-To Cucumber for Heat, Resilience, and Flavor
Calhoun County, AL – The newest cucumber seed I am thrilled about is called Marketmore 76. I grew them in 2023 & 2024. I am

Clutch Homer in Calhoun County
White Plains, AL – Arnold’s two-out, three-run home run in the bottom of the sixth inning gives White Plains an answer to Pleasant Valley’s rally, and

Spring Roundup in Calhoun County
Calhoun County, AL – Wins for Piedmont, Alexandria, Oxford, White Plains, Spring Garden, Randolph County and Wellborn in baseball; Alexandria, Piedmont, Jacksonville Christian, Randolph County and

ASWA Rankings
Calhoun County, AL – This week’s Alabama Sports Writers Association rankings for Alabama high school softball and baseball. Rankings are made based on teams and information

Most Wanted in Calhoun County | March 26, 2025
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

East AlabamaWorks Announces Closure After Nearly a Decade of Workforce Development
East Alabama – After nearly ten years of service to the region, East AlabamaWorks (EAW) has announced that it will cease operations on June 2, 2025.

Calhoun County and Cleburne County Spring Roundup
Calhoun County, AL – Slaton powers Alexandria past PV. Also, victories for Piedmont, Wellborn and Randolph County in softball; Alexandria, Piedmont, Wellborn, Weaver, White Plains and

Calhoun County Golf
Calhoun County, AL – Eagle on No. 18 clinches medalist for Hurst, helps WP boys win another title. Eighth-grader Stokes goes wire to wire, leads Alexandria

Calhoun County Golf
Calhoun County, AL – Hurst and White Plains’ boys, Stokes and Alexandria’s girls lead after first round of Calhoun County Tournament at Pine Hill County Club.

Ken Rollins Remembered – A True Patriot and Advocate for Veterans and Law Enforcement
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County community is mourning the loss of Ken Rollins, a dedicated veteran, patriot, and tireless advocate for law enforcment

This Week’s Schedule
High school sports events for area teams for the week of March 24-29. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Spring Experience baseball Other baseball

Calhoun County Softball
Calhoun County, AL – Defending champion Alexandria takes top seed, Pleasant Valley No. 2. Tournament starts March 31 at Woodland Park. Seedings (With overall, county

Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public’s Help in Solving Recent Property Crimes as well Highlights ‘Catch of the Week’
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

Spring Roundup in Cleburne and Calhoun Counties
Anniston, AL – Smith, Haynes and Coggins lead Alexandria past Donoho in baseball. Glencoe and Pleasant Valley split doubleheader, and Spring Garden wins one of

Coosa Valley RC&D Hosts 3rd Annual Golf Tournament to Support Student Scholarships
Calhoun County, AL – Pine Hill Country Club will once again serve as the backdrop for a day of community, competition, and charitable giving as Coosa

Local Calhoun County Youths Win Awards at State Livestock Show
Montgomery, AL – Young livestock exhibitors from across Alabama showcased their skills and dedication at the Jr. Livestock Expo Swine Show on March 14, held

Calhoun County Gardening – Growing German Queen Tomatoes: A Gardener’s Guide to Flavorful Success
Calhoun County, AL – Many gardeners grow several types of tomatoes. I do also. However, my favorite is German Queen. I buy the plants at

All-County Hoops
Calhoun County, AL – Saks’ Angel, Piedmont’s Morrow take top awards on East Alabama Sports Today’s girls’ Class 1A-3A All-Callhoun County basketball team. Saks’ Sania Angel

Spring Roundup for Calhoun and Cleburne Counties
Calhoun County, AL – Piedmont baseball snaps out of skid in big way in Spring Experience. Cherokee County, Lincoln sweep to win area series. White Plains,

Calhoun County’s Most Wanted | March 20, 2025
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

Calhoun County Board of Education Meeting Highlights: March 13, 2025
Calhoun County, AL – On March 13, 2025, the Calhoun County Board of Education convened for a productive meeting filled with recognitions, discussions on key educational

Spring Roundup for Calhoun and Cleburne Counties
Calhoun County, AL – Alexandria goes 1-1 in Gulf Shores Classic tournament, and Pleasant Valley falls to Silverdale Baptist. In baseball, Oxford wins two, and WP

ASWA Rankings
Calhoun County, AL – This week’s Alabama Sports Writers Association high school baseball and softball rankings, the first of the season: SOFTBALL CLASS 7A 1. Thompson

Calhoun County Spring Round Up
Oxford, AL – Ohatchee tops Wellborn in Spring Experience. Hope sweeps. Ranburne and Woodland win. In softball, Alexandria and Pleasant Valley win two apiece in

Letter to the Editor – St. Patrick’s Day Poetry Edition
We believe that all our residents deserve to voice their opinions. All opinions are from the writer and are not the opinion of Calhoun County

Calhoun County Fishing Rodeo for Kids Set for March 22
Ohatchee, AL – Families looking for a fun outdoor adventure can reel in excitement at the Calhoun County Fishing Rodeo for Kids on Saturday, March 22,

Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center Earns Prestigious 5-Star Accreditation
Anniston, AL – The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has awarded the Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center a 5-Star Accreditation, recognizing its excellence in

This Week’s Calhoun County Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of March 17-22. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Spring Experience

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

Governor Ivey Provides Update on Storm Damage as Power Restoration Efforts Continue Across Alabama
Montgomery, AL – As the damage assessment from this weekend’s storms in Alabama continues, Governor Ivey issued the following comment: “Yesterday’s severe weather impacted most

Letter to the Editor – My American Dream was Made on TikTok. A Ban is Threatening It
We believe that all our residents deserve to voice their opinions. All opinions are from the writer and are not the opinion of Calhoun County

Severe Weather Expected Across Calhoun County: Storm Shelters and Safer Places Open in Preparation
CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — An outbreak of severe storms is expected this afternoon into early Sunday morning across all of Central Alabama, including Calhoun County.

14 Dogs Rescued from Abandoned Home in Piedmont; Two Arrested for Animal Cruelty
PIEDMONT, AL – Fourteen dogs were rescued from an abandoned home in Piedmont on Thursday after deputies from the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office discovered them

Rep. Mike Rogers Invites High School Students to Enter 2025 Congressional Art Competition
OXFORD, AL – U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (AL-03) has announced that his office is now accepting submissions for the 2025 Congressional Art Competition, an annual

Calhoun County Spring Roundup
CHILDERSBURG, AL – Munford wins third consecutive Talladega County softball title, completes softball-baseball sweep. Also, wins for Jacksonville, Oxford and Weaver. Alexandria wins, ties in

ASWA All-State Basketball
The Alabama Sports Writers Association All-State high school basketball teams, honorable mentions and coaches of the year: CLASS 7A GIRLS FIRST-TEAM ALL-STATE Aaliyah Blanchard, Hoover,

Alabama Farmers Advocate for Agriculture Policy in Washington, D.C.
Washington D.C. – As federal lawmakers navigate crucial decisions affecting the future of American agriculture, over 150 Alabama farmers traveled to Washington, D.C., from March 4-7

Two Alexandria Robotics Teams to Compete at VEX Robotics World Championship in Dallas
Alexandria, AL – Alexandria High School’s (AHS) robotics program has once again proven its excellence, with two teams qualifying for the VEX Robotics World Championship in

Calhoun County Gardening – Growing a Bountiful Garden: My Favorite Tomatoes, Green Beans, and Okra
Calhoun County, AL – My favorite vegetables are tomatoes, green beans, and okra. Since 1998, as an organic gardener, I have experimented with different vegetables. I

Driving Home
Pleasent Valley, AL – After three years of commuting to B.B. Comer, Herbert will get to coach in Calhoun County again, as Pleasant Valley’s boys’ head

White Plains New Blue Hue
White Plains, AL – Latest hirings make it four assistant football coaches who will follow Smith from Jacksonville to White Plains. Edwards will also coach Wildcats’

Calhoun County Spring Roundup
Alexandria, AL – Carr’s one-hitter propels Alexandria softball. Henry homers as PV ups to 15-1. Young pitches Piedmont to shutout. Also, wins for Handley, Munford, Cherokee

Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Most Wanted | March 13, 2025
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

Calhoun County Spring Roundup
PLEASANT VALLEY, AL – Pleasant Valley, Alexandria complete area sweeps in baseball. Oxford wins in softball, falls in one-run baseball game. Randolph County tops Wellborn

Calhoun County Severe Weather Alert: Multiple Rounds of Storms Expected Through Weekend
Calhoun County, AL – Residents of Calhoun County and surrounding areas should remain weather-aware as multiple rounds of severe storms are expected from Thursday through early