Anniston News

Calhoun County Track
Oxford, AL – Several individual county records fall, and Oxford’s boys, girls sweep to county team championships. Team scores BOYS 1. Oxford 162 2. Anniston

Spring Roundup
Temple, GA – Donoho’s girls down Temple (Ga.) to reach 18–0, ranked sixth across all classifications, according to Alabama coaches. Ohatchee softball ups to 23-10.

Structure Fire Closes Section of North Noble Street in Anniston
Anniston, AL – A structure fire on North Noble Street has prompted a temporary road closure as the Anniston Fire Department responds to the active

Anniston City Council Reviews Infrastructure, Public Services, and Community Engagement During April 15 Work Session and Meeting
Anniston, AL – On April 15, 2025, the Anniston City Council held a Work Session prior to the formal council meeting. This session provided an opportunity

Free Movie Night in Anniston Set for April 18 at Romarin et Corbeaux
Anniston, AL — Looking for a cozy, family-friendly way to spend your Friday evening? Romarin et Corbeaux is hosting a Free Movie Night on Friday, April

Spring Roundup in Calhoun County
White Plains, AL – Sparks, Arnold lead way as Alexandria, WP combine for five homers. Also, wins for Ranburne, SG, Wellborn, Lincoln and Anniston in

Anniston Lions Club to Host Race Day 8K/5K on April 19 at Ft. McClellan
Anniston, AL – Runners and walkers of all skill levels are invited to lace up their shoes and “Run For Sight” at the annual Race

Dino Day: A Prehistoric Adventure Roars into Anniston Museum and Gardens on April 19
Anniston, AL –Get ready to travel back in time for a roaring good time at Dino Day: A Prehistoric Adventure for All Ages! This exciting

Congressman Mike Rogers Highlights Commitment to Local Industry at Tyler Union Expansion Ceremony in Anniston
Anniston, AL — Community leaders, industry partners, and employees gathered this week to celebrate a major milestone in Anniston’s industrial landscape as Tyler Union unveiled

Teens Invited to Glow-in-the-Dark Easter Egg Hunt After Hours at Anniston Library
Anniston, AL – Teens are in for a glowing good time at the Public Library of Anniston and Calhoun County on Thursday, April 17th at

Donoho Still Winning
Oxford, AL – Donoho keeps streak of Calhoun County Tournament championships alive with 2-0 victory over Jacksonville, claims eighth title. Girls’ pairings MONDAY, April 7

Spring Roundup in Calhoun County
Calhoun County, AL – Donoho’s boys, girls dominate Red Wilder tennis. Oxford’s Whaley, Alexandria come out on top in Oxford Invitational golf. Wins for Ohatchee, Saks

Gadsden State Celebrates 100 Years of Excellence and Community Impact
Gadsden, AL — Gadsden State Community College is marking a century of service, education, and transformation with its yearlong “Celebrate Gadsden State” campaign. Established in

Calhoun County Soccer
Calhoun County, AL – Oxford boys reach 24 goals in two mercy-rule victories, and White Plains’ boys make history. Donoho, Jacksonville girls punch tickets for rematch

Summer Camp Pre-Registration Underway at Anniston’s Carver Community Center
Anniston, AL — The City of Anniston is gearing up for another exciting season at the Carver Community Center with pre-registration now open for its

Get Up Close with Animal Ambassadors at Anniston Museums and Gardens this Saturday
Anniston, AL – Families and animal lovers are invited to the Anniston Museums and Gardens on Saturday, April 12th from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. for

Somebunny Hid Eggs at the Anniston Public Library!
Anniston, AL – A fun-filled daily event is taking place now through the end of the month at the Anniston Public Library, and children are

Spring Roundup in Calhoun County
Calhoun County, AL – Donoho’s Wallace surpasses 100 career goals as Falcons improve to 14-0. Also, tons of baseball from area series and softball. THURSDAY SCOREBOARD

Anniston City Manager Steven Folks Honored During April 1 City Council Meeting
Anniston, AL – The Anniston City Council convened on April 1, 2025, beginning with a work session followed by the official council meeting. The work

Tass Thai Cuisine & Boba Tea Celebrates Official Ribbon Cutting in Downtown Anniston
ANNISTON, AL — Downtown Anniston welcomed a new addition to its culinary scene as Tass Thai Cuisine & Boba Tea celebrated its official ribbon-cutting ceremony

UPDATE: Anniston’s Wiggins Community Center To Host Fun Road Ride Challenge
Anniston, AL – Cyclists of all ages and skill levels are invited to take part in the Fun Road Ride Challenge at the Wiggins Community

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