Anniston News

Berman Book Club to Explore ‘A History of the World in 6 Glasses’ at Anniston Museums and Gardens
ANNISTON, AL – Book lovers and history enthusiasts alike will gather on Thursday, April 10, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. for the latest meeting of

LeCroy wins Anniston City Championship
Anniston, AL – LeCroy wins Anniston City Championship in a playoff after ralling from three strokes down, Rollins rallies to force playoff. 2025 Calhoun County Golf

Llama-Palooza Returns to Redbird Willow Farm for a Day of Easter Fun
Anniston, AL – The 4th Annual Llama-Palooza is happening this Saturday, April 5th, from 11 AM to 4 PM at Redbird Willow Farm, located at 1103

Anniston Public Library Hosts Smartphone Photography Workshop
Anniston, AL – The Anniston Public Library is inviting photography enthusiasts and beginners alike to attend a special workshop, “Using Your Smartphone Camera,” on Wednesday,

Anniston Museums and Gardens to Host Special Event on April 5
Anniston, AL – The Anniston Museums and Gardens will host a special event on Saturday, April 5, at 11 a.m. at Museum Drive in Anniston,

Alabama Relocation
Anniston, AL – Rollins’ recent move to the area, LeCroy’s move back home help both players surge atop the field after the first round of the

Anniston United Methodist Men to Host Pancake Breakfast & Bake Sale
Anniston, AL – The Anniston United Methodist Men and United Methodist Women are coming together for a morning of delicious food and fellowship with their

Jacksonville Public Library to Host Herb Growing Class on April 3
JACKSONVILLE, AL – The Jacksonville Public Library will host an informative workshop, “Growing Herbs for Culinary and Medicinal Uses,” on Thursday, April 3, from 4

Life Time Announces New Mountain Bike and Run Event – Coldwater Trail in Anniston
ANNISTON, AL- Registration Now Open for Life Time’s Coldwater Trail MTB & Run in Anniston, Alabama Life Time (NYSE: LTH), the premier healthy lifestyle brand, is

Anniston Public Library Hosts Teen Bad Art Contest on April 3
ANNISTON, AL — Teens with a flair for the delightfully dreadful are invited to showcase their most spectacularly awful artistic talents at the upcoming Teen

UPDATE: Anniston’s Chili Cook-Off Set to Bring the Heat This Saturday
ANNISTON, AL — Get ready to turn up the heat as the City of Anniston hosts its highly anticipated Chili Cook-Off this Saturday, March 29,

Canyon Climb 8K/5K Returns with New Certified Courses in Anniston
Anniston, AL – Runners, mark your calendars! The annual Canyon Climb 8K/5K, hosted by Jennifer Curvin Watwood and the Anniston Runners Club, is set for

I Spy! Leonardo da Vinci: A Hands-On Learning Adventure at the Berman Museum in Anniston
ANNISTON, AL — The Anniston Museums and Gardens is inviting young explorers to step into the world of a true Renaissance genius at the upcoming

National Auto Service Center Joins Summerall Development in North Anniston
Anniston, AL – The City of Anniston has announced that a national auto service center will be the latest addition to the Summerall Development site in

Anniston Public Library Hosts Coffee House Book Chat on March 27
ANNISTON, AL — Book lovers are invited to the Anniston Public Library for its monthly Coffee House Book Chat on Thursday, March 27, at 3:00

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

Anniston Gears Up for Noble Street Festival and Sunny King Criterium on April 5
ANNISTON, AL — Downtown Anniston is set to come alive on Saturday, April 5, as the highly anticipated Noble Street Festival and Sunny King Criterium

A Night of Joy: Anniston’s Romarin et Corbeaux Hosts Uplifting Storytelling Event
Anniston, AL – In a world often filled with stress and uncertainty, Romarin et Corbeaux invites the community to take a break and embrace an

Anniston Police Department Receives Second CALEA Accreditation
Anniston, AL – The Anniston Police Department (APD) has successfully earned its second accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA), reaffirming its

Raptor Run 5K & Dino Dash 1K to Take Over Anniston Museum of Natural History
ANNISTON, AL — Get ready to hit the ground running at the Anniston Museums and Gardens’ annual Raptor Run 5Kand Dino Dash 1K Fun Run

Anniston Celebrates Chief Ladiga Trail Extension with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
Anniston, AL – The City of Anniston is set to mark a historic milestone with the official ribbon-cutting and grand opening of the Chief Ladiga

Anniston Woman Killed in Single-Vehicle Crash on Peeks Hill Road
CALHOUN COUNTY – A single-vehicle crash early Sunday morning claimed the life of an Anniston woman. According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), the

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

Anniston Changers to Host Community Cleanup in Glen Addie on March 29
Anniston, AL – Spring is here, and with it comes another opportunity to make a difference in the Anniston community! The City of Anniston, Alabama, in

Blackberry Cottage Studios Celebrates Grand Opening in Anniston
Anniston, AL – The creative community in Anniston has a new reason to celebrate with the official ribbon-cutting ceremony for Blackberry Cottage Studios. This vibrant

New VFW Post Hosting Membership Drive at Anniston Meeting Center
Anniston, AL – A new Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) post is forming in Anniston, and organizers are inviting eligible veterans to join during a

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

Anniston City Work Session and Council Meeting Summary
Anniston, AL – On Tuesday, March 18, 2025, the Anniston City Council convened for a work session followed by its regular council meeting. Both sessions provided

Anniston Welcomes Lake Yahou Park into Parks and Recreation System
Anniston, AL – The City of Anniston, Alabama, is excited to announce the addition of Lake Yahou Park to its Parks and Recreation system following the

Skyler Bass Appointed as Interim City Manager of Anniston
Anniston, AL – The City of Anniston has announced the appointment of Skyler Bass as Interim City Manager. The decision was made through a unanimous 5-0

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

Anniston Water Works Wins Alabama’s 2025 Great American Water Taste Test Competition
Anniston, AL – The Water Works and Sewer Board of the City of Anniston (AWWSB) has been named the winner of Alabama’s 2025 Annual Great

Redbird Willow Farm Hosts Two Goat-Themed Events in Anniston
ANNISTON, AL – Redbird Willow Farm is bringing fun and relaxation to the community with two upcoming goat-centered events designed to engage participants of all

Saturday Alive! Returns to Anniston Museums and Gardens on March 22
Anniston, AL – The Anniston Museums and Gardens invites the community to another exciting installment of Saturday Alive! on Saturday, March 22, at 1:00 p.m.

Eulaton Church to Host Car & Motorcycle Show on March 22
ANNISTON, AL — Car and motorcycle enthusiasts are invited to Eulaton Church’s upcoming Car & Motorcycle Showon Saturday, March 22, from 3 to 7 p.m.

Anniston Announces Exciting Opportunities for Youth: 2025 Summer Job Fair & Spring Break Activities
Anniston, AL – The City of Anniston is excited to provide two fantastic opportunities for local youth: the 2025 Youth Summer Job Fair and a week

Blackberry Cottage Studios Hosts Slime Lab for Kids and Creative Space for Adults in Anniston
Anniston, AL – Get ready for a fun-filled, hands-on experience at The Slime Lab, hosted by Blackberry Cottage Studios on Saturday, March 22, at 2

Anniston Trail Walk to Celebrate Alabama’s Year of the Trails
Anniston, AL – Outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers are invited to join the Anniston Museums and Gardens for a guided Trail Walk on Saturday, March

Teen Paint & Sip Event Coming to Anniston Public Library
ANNISTON, AL — The Public Library of Anniston-Calhoun County is inviting local teens to unleash their creativity at the upcoming Teen Paint & Sip Event

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

7th Annual Spring Garden Symposium and Plant Sale Returns to Anniston
Anniston, AL – Garden enthusiasts and horticulture experts alike will gather for the 7th Annual Spring Garden Symposium and Plant Sale, hosted by the Anniston

New Mental Health Program Aims to Assist Law Enforcement and Community in Cleburne and Calhoun County
Anniston, AL – On April 24, 2024, a gathering marked the beginning of a significant journey aimed at enhancing mental health support within our community. Local

Anniston Police Department Annual Report 2024: A Commitment to Community Safety and Service
Anniston, AL – The Anniston Police Department has proudly served as a cornerstone of community safety since its inception in 1885. With a commitment to

Spring Roundup in Calhoun County
Alexandria, AL – More than 2,000 words of spring sports, including wins for Alexandria, PV, Hope Christian, Oxford, Weaver, Jacksonville, Munford, Southside, Ranburne and Spring Garden

7th Judicial Major Crimes Unit Seize Large Quantities of Fentanyl and Other Drugs in Anniston
Anniston, AL – On March 12, 2025, the 7th Judicial Major Crimes Unit conducted an operation that led to significant drug seizures in the Anniston

Anniston Police Department Honors Corporal Christopher Bush as Officer of the Year
Anniston, AL – The Anniston Police Department (APD) has named Corporal Christopher Bush as its 2024 Officer of the Year, recognizing his dedication, expertise, and

Story Time and Book Signing at Anniston Museum of Natural History
Anniston, AL – Families and young readers are invited to a special Story Time and Book Signing on Tuesday, March 18, at 11:30 AM at

Shamrockin’ 5K Color Run: A Festive Celebration of Fitness in Anniston
Anniston, AL – Get ready to kick off your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in style at the Shamrockin’ 5K Color Run, set to take place on

Anniston to Host Alabama Paws and Claws Cat Show on March 15-16
Anniston, AL – Cat lovers and enthusiasts will have an exciting opportunity to witness a spectacular feline showcase as Alabama Paws and Claws presents a