Saks Student Arrested for Having Gun on Campus During School Hours
Saks, AL – On Monday, April 7, 2025, the School Resource Officer (SRO) assigned to Saks High School was alerted that one of the students may be in possession of a loaded handgun. The SRO, working with the High School staff, was able to quickly identify the student and make contact with them. During the […]
This Weeks Most Wanted in Calhoun County | April 8, 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 for a court date and does not necessarily mean guilty of a criminal charge. A “Probation Violation” means that a person has been found guilty of a charge and […]
A Stark Reminder of Child Abuse in Calhoun and Cleburne Counties
Anniston, AL – In solemn recognition of National Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month, the Calhoun/Cleburne Children’s Center has placed 283 blue pinwheels on its front lawn at 2100 Leighton Avenue in Anniston. Each pinwheel represents a child abuse victim who was interviewed at the center over the past year — a sobering symbol of […]
Sheriff Falon Hurst Sworn into Office Today
Anniston, AL – On April 1, 2025, Sheriff Matthew Wade formally retired from the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office leaving an important decision up to the Governor. While Governor Ivey was vetting people interested in filling the position, Chief Deputy Lynde Meeder, was temporarily sworn in as acting sheriff to ensure continuity of service. Earlier today […]
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 appear for a court date and does not necessarily mean guilty of a criminal charge. A “Probation Violation” means that a person has been found guilty of a charge and […]
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 for a court date and does not necessarily mean guilty of a criminal charge. A “Probation Violation” means that a person has been found guilty of a charge and has […]
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 appear for a court date and does not necessarily mean guilty of a criminal charge. A “Probation Violation” means that a person has been found guilty of a charge and […]
Calhoun County Most Wanted | March 6, 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 for a court date and does not necessarily mean guilty of a criminal charge. A “Probation Violation” means that a person has been found guilty of a charge and […]
Calhoun County Sheriff Matthew Wade Announces Retirement After Nearly Three Decades of Service
Calhoun County, AL – Sheriff Matthew Wade has announced his retirement, effective April 1, 2025, concluding a 30-year distinguished career in law enforcement. Appointed sheriff in 2016 following the retirement of Sheriff Larry Amerson, Wade is currently serving his third term. “I don’t think there’s ever a good time, but besides being a father, being sheriff […]
Anniston Police Traffic Stop Results in Foot Chase, Gun and Drug Charges
Anniston, AL – On Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at approximately 2:30am, an Anniston police officer observed a vehicle speeding on Parkwood Drive. The officer conducted a traffic stop of the vehicle and could smell the odor of possible marijuana prior to exiting his vehicle. When the officer made contact with the driver, Landon Cole Childers, […]
