Ohatchee Council Discusses Scouting Program, Approves 2027 Transportation Plan
OHATCHEE, AL — The Ohatchee Town Council discussed the possibility of bringing a Scouting America program to the community and approved several municipal business items during its meeting Tuesday, Aug. 11. Representatives from Scouting America attended a work session before the regular meeting to discuss establishing a Cub Scout pack in Ohatchee. Vance Lenon, a […]
StudioRes by Marriott Planning New Oxford Location
OXFORD, AL — Extended-Stay Hotel Planned for Leon Smith Parkway StudioRes by Marriott, the hotel company’s midscale extended-stay brand, is planning a new location in Oxford at the corner of Leon Smith Parkway and Boiling Springs Road. The four-story hotel is being developed by Darshan Patel, Vishal Patel and Harry Limbasiya and is planned to […]
Gadsden State Names Presley Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach
GADSDEN, AL — Gadsden State Community College has named Jason Presley assistant coach for the women’s basketball program, bringing nearly three decades of coaching experience to the Cardinals. Presley has held coaching positions at Gaston, Geraldine and Hokes Bluff during a career that began in 1996. His experience includes leading varsity programs as well as […]
Deputy Evan Ontiveros Wins Third Annual Battle of the Badges Chili Cook-Off
OXFORD, AL — First responders from across Calhoun County traded badges for bowls and recipes Saturday, Aug. 8, as the Calhoun County Blue Line Foundation hosted its third annual Battle of the Badges Chili Cook-Off at the Oxford Civic Center. Oxford Police Chief Daniel Phipps served as emcee for the event, which brought law enforcement […]
Oxford to Host Two Major Youth Fishing Tournaments in 2027
OXFORD, AL — The City of Oxford will welcome young anglers from across Alabama in 2027 as the host city for two major youth fishing tournaments on Logan Martin Lake. The BassTactix Alabama State Championship is scheduled for April 30-May 1, 2027. BassTactix is a nonprofit, Christian-based fishing tournament trail that provides students from kindergarten through […]
ALEA Clarifies Taylor’s Law and Student Driver License Eligibility in Alabama
MONTGOMERY, AL — The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is clarifying state requirements governing driver license eligibility for students following recent confusion over whether changes to Alabama’s so-called “Taylor’s Law” took effect this month. Taylor’s Law, formally Section 32-6-7.4 of the Code of Alabama, was enacted by the Alabama Legislature in 2009. The law establishes a disciplinary […]
Eastman to Hold Community Meeting on Next Phase of Choccolocco Creek PCB Cleanup
ANNISTON, AL — Eastman will hold a community information meeting Tuesday evening to provide residents with updates on the next phase of PCB remediation work planned in and around Choccolocco Creek. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 11, at 5:30 p.m. at the Bynum Community Center, located at 200 Victory Drive in Eastaboga. According […]
Anniston Officer, Two Civilians Injured in Noble Street Crash
ANNISTON, AL — An Anniston police officer and two civilians were injured in a two-vehicle crash Saturday morning at the intersection of Noble Street and 21st Street, according to the Anniston Police Department. The crash occurred at approximately 11:05 a.m. and involved an Anniston Police Department patrol vehicle and a Kia Soul. According to the […]
Anniston Police Ends Federal Immigration Enforcement Agreement
ANNISTON, AL — The Anniston Police Department has ended its participation in a federal immigration enforcement partnership after department leadership determined the program was not necessary based on current public safety needs within the city. The department joined the federal 287(g) program in July. Administered by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the program allows participating […]
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 29, a local man was scammed out of […]