Miss Oxford Volunteer Aubree Ford Uses ‘Thrive Together’ to Expand Mental and Physical Health Resources
JACKSONVILLE, AL — As originally reported by Brett Buckner with JSU’s media department, Jacksonville State University senior Aubree Ford is using her role in the Miss Alabama Volunteer organization to advocate for greater access to mental and physical health resources for young people in Calhoun County. Ford, 19, is an exercise science major at Jax State […]
Three Arrested During Anniston Drug Investigation; Suspected Marijuana, MDMA Seized
ANNISTON, AL — Three people were arrested and suspected marijuana and MDMA were seized during the execution of a search warrant at an Anniston residence, according to the Anniston Police Department. APD said investigators, working alongside the 7th Judicial Major Crimes Unit, developed probable cause to obtain a search warrant for a residence in the […]
Ivey Backs Federal Trucking Enforcement Initiative as Alabama Expands Commercial Driver Crackdown
MONTGOMERY, AL — Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey is backing a new federal initiative targeting fraud, licensing violations and criminal activity in the commercial trucking industry, pointing to Alabama’s existing enforcement efforts as a model for increased state and federal cooperation. The U.S. Department of Transportation and other federal agencies announced the initiative Aug. 31 as […]
Body of Missing Eastaboga Boater Recovered from Hillabee Reservoir
CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — The body of a missing Eastaboga boater was recovered Wednesday afternoon from Hillabee Reservoir following a multi-agency search that began Monday. According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, Dedric L. Brown, 54, of Eastaboga, was last seen at approximately 7:30 a.m. Monday, Sept. 7, operating an aluminum jon boat on Hillabee […]
Oxford City Council Approves Zoning Changes, FY 2027 Purchases and Choccolocco Park Grant Application
OXFORD, AL — The Oxford City Council approved two zoning measures, several fiscal year 2027 purchasing resolutions and an application for grant funding for improvements at Choccolocco Park during its Tuesday, Sept. 8 meeting. The council voted 5-0 to approve Ordinance No. 2026-28, zoning property at 3105 Apple Valley Lane as a Residential 1 District […]
Ivey Honors Dolly Parton’s Legacy, Highlights Imagination Library’s Impact in Alabama
MONTGOMERY, AL — Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey is honoring the life and legacy of country music icon and philanthropist Dolly Parton, highlighting the impact of Parton’s Imagination Library on children and families across Alabama. Parton died Aug. 25 at age 80 following a brief battle with cancer. Ivey issued a statement following her death recognizing […]
Calhoun County Commission Approves Recovery Residence Restrictions, Juvenile Detention Agreement and New ABC License Fees
CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — The Calhoun County Commission approved a series of agreements, regulatory changes and other measures during its Thursday, Sept. 10 meeting, including updated regulations for recovery residences, a juvenile detention agreement and new county levies for several types of alcoholic beverage licenses. The commission approved the second reading of an ABC application […]
Oxford High School Students’ Piano Competition Documentary to Air on Alabama Public Television
OXFORD, AL — A documentary produced entirely by Oxford High School students will air statewide this month on Alabama Public Television. “Rubato: Behind the Keys,” a 90-minute behind-the-scenes look at the Rubato International Piano Competition in Classical and Jazz, will air Sunday, Sept. 20, at 4 p.m. on Alabama Public Television. The documentary was produced […]
Search Continues for Missing Boater at Lake Hillabee
CALHOUN COUNTY — Multiple agencies returned to Lake Hillabee Wednesday morning as efforts continued to locate a 54-year-old man who was reported missing after going fishing. The man reportedly told his family Monday evening that he was going fishing in the Lake Hillabee area. Family members remained in contact with him until approximately 10 a.m. […]
Ohatchee Council Conducts September Business, Discusses Towing Requirements and Town Operations
Ohatchee, AL – The Ohatchee Town Council handled a range of municipal business during its Tuesday, Sept. 8 meeting, including routine town operations, departmental matters and a discussion concerning the requirements for towing companies operating through the town. Council members worked through regular business and updates concerning the operation of the town, addressing ongoing municipal needs […]