Calhoun County News
Calhoun County Moves Forward in Golf Sectionals
Silver Lakes – Stokes leads the way at 79 as Alexandria girls win sectional title at Silver Lakes. White Plains, Piedmont girls also qualify for sub-state.
Calhoun County Area Softball
Calhoun County, AL – Pleasant Valley, Spring Garden and Munford roar to area titles. Jacksonville Christian, Handley and Ranburne secure regional berths, as well. Area softball
Flying High: Anniston Aviation a Hub for Race Weekend and More
Anniston, AL – This past weekend, the energy was high at the Anniston Airport as Anniston Aviation, the Fixed Base Operator (FBO), played a key
This week’s Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of April 28-May 3. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Baseball
Felder Returns to Calhoun County
Saks, AL – Former Donoho coach with 21 seasons of head-coaching experience to return to Calhoun County to become Saks’ head football coach. By Joe Medley
Sectional Golf
Alexandria boys top White Plains, Cherokee County, Westbrook Christian as all four earn sub-state berths. Piedmont, Weaver boys also earn sub-state berths. Donoho’s Chandler advances.
That Familiar Feeling
Gadsden, AL – After finishing a wire-to-wire victory for his fourth Gadsden City Championship, Cole off to start he says reminds of his best years
Area Softball
Ohatchee, AL – Ohatchee, Woodland clinch area titles. Spring Garden and Jacksonville Christian get through to Tuesday. Top-ranked Pleasant Valley suffers hiccup, will look to
Baseball, Softball
Tough day for area teams in second-round playoff series. Alexandria, Cherokee County, Lincoln, Ohatchee, Oxford, Randolph County, Saks, Weaver win in area-tourney play. Piedmont, White
Sectional Track
Calhoun County, AL – Team results and state qualifiers from AHSAA sectional meets involving coverage-area teams. Sectional meets were Friday and Saturday. Faith Christian’s boys
AmFirst Announces 2024–2025 Rising Star Scholarship Winners, Featuring Calhoun County Winner Bentley Bean
Birmingham, AL – AmFirst proudly celebrated the outstanding achievements of high school seniors from across Central Alabama at the 2024–2025 Rising Star Scholarship Awards Ceremony, held
Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public’s Help in Solving Recent Property Crimes as well Highlights ‘Catch of the Week’
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
Attorney General Steve Marshall to Speak at Special Calhoun County Republicans Event
Saks, AL – The Calhoun County Republicans invite the community to a special event on Monday, May 5, at 6:00 p.m. at the Saks Community
Calhoun County Gardening – Iris: A Blooming Beauty and a Greenery Staple for Every Garden
Calhoun County, AL – We celebrate the iris easily for its colorful blooms! However! The iris provides a quick, economical greenery answer to your landscape
Hobson City Unveils Its First-Ever Town Flag, A Symbol of Unity and Resilience
HOBSON CITY, AL — In a historic milestone for Alabama’s first incorporated all-Black town, Hobson City proudly unveiled its first official town flag. The flag,
Go Build Alabama Launches Updated Training Page to Expand Skilled Trades Access
Montgomery, AL – Go Build Alabama has launched an updated Training Page aimed at expanding access to skilled trades education and helping to close workforce gaps
Community Heroes and Student Achievements Honored at Calhoun County Commission Meeting
CALHOUN COUNTY, AL – The Calhoun County Commission held its regular monthly meeting on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at 10:00 A.M., drawing a strong turnout
Local Hero Honored: Ryder Greenwood Recognized by Calhoun County Commission and Sheriff Hurst
Anniston, AL – In a heartfelt moment during the Calhoun County Commission meeting on April 24, 2025, 11-year-old Ryder Greenwood of White Plains was recognized
Calhoun County Community Unites for Third Annual Candlelight Vigil Against Child Abuse
Oxford, AL — In solemn unity and shared hope, the Oxford community gathered on Wednesday evening, April 23, for the 3rd Annual No Excuse for
Nominate Your Local Ballfield: TruGreen and Minor League Baseball Launch Nationwide Revitalization Initiative
FRANKLIN, Tenn — In a dynamic new partnership with Minor League Baseball™ (MiLB™), TruGreen®, the nation’s leading lawn care treatment provider, is rolling out a
Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Most Wanted | April 22, 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
Calhoun County’s Millie Henderson Earns Statewide Honor in Alabama Farm‑City Poster Contest
Ohatchee, AL — Millie Henderson of Ohatchee Elementary School brought statewide recognition home to Calhoun County after capturing sixth place in Alabama Farm‑City’s Fourth‑to‑Sixth Grade Poster
Calhoun County Spring Round Up
Calhoun County, AL – Luna and Steward come through in the eighth inning, and Ohatchee wins in Davidson’s return from injury. Handley, Randolph County victorious. MONDAY’S
Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Requests Public Help in Solving Recent Property Crimes
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
This Week’s Calhoun County Sports Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of April 14-19. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Baseball playoff
Spring Roundup in Calhoun County
Hoover, AL – Alexandria splits at Hoover, and Pleasant Valley splits. Munford, Southside get victories at White Plains. Randolph County wins two, and Ranburne tops Weaver.
’25 CCGT Points, Stats
Calhoun County, AL – The 2025 Calhoun County Golf Tour resumes with the Gadsden City Championship on April 26-27 at Twin Bridges. Here are the results,
Rainbow Omega to Host “Tackle the Hills” Challenge Walk for Autism Awareness on April 26
Eastaboga, AL – Rainbow Omega is inviting the community to lace up their walking shoes and join the “Tackle the Hills” Challenge Walk for Autism
Calhoun County Spring Roundup
Arnold, Fritts pitch White Plains to two victories. Alexandria wins, ties at Hoover. JCA sweeps Gaylesville. Jacksonville, Pleasant Valley and Spring Garden split. Munford and
Baseball Playoffs
Goode, Barber pitch two-hitters as Alexandria flashes 2024-style dominance in firs-round sweep of Dora. Jacksonville, Hokes Bluff and Coosa Christian eye Game 3s, and Ranburne
Free Kids Fishing Rodeo April 26 in Wellington
WELLINGTON, AL — Families in and around Wellington are invited to enjoy a morning of outdoor fun at the upcoming Free Kids Fishing Rodeo, set
Calhoun County Board of Education Meeting: April 17, 2025
Saks, AL – On Thursday, April 17, 2025, the Calhoun County Board of Education convened at 4:00 PM at the Calhoun County Board of Education Office
Spring Roundup in Calhoun County
Weaver’s Coleman slams two home runs, amasses nine RBIs. Alexandria’s Carr perfect in five innings. Also, softball wins for Pleasant Valley, White Plains, Ohatchee, Oxford,
Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office: Two Arrested, One Sought in Attempted Fraud at Beshears Tractor in Oxford
Oxford, AL — A quick and coordinated effort between the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office and the Oxford Police Department resulted in the arrest of two
Calhoun County Teachers Awarded Classroom Grants by Alabama Power Foundation
Jacksovnille, AL – On Thursday, April 17, 2025, the Alabama Power Foundation and Alabama Power’s Eastern Division presented three Classroom Grants to dedicated educators at the
Hobson City Library Garden Blossoms into Award-Winning Community Project
HOBSON CITY, AL — What began as a simple flyer project for the Hobson City Library has grown—literally and figuratively—into an award-winning community garden making
Calhoun County Gardening – Rooted in Tradition: The Effortless Beauty of Angel Trumpets
Calhoun County, AL – There is no green thumb skill associated with rooting Angel Trumpet cuttings. I grow 9 feet tall Angel Trumpets, gifted to
Calhoun County Chamber’s Young Professionals Summit Ignites Ambition and Community Leadership
Jacksonville, AL – The energy was electric as emerging leaders from across the region gathered for the annual Young Professionals Summit, hosted by the Calhoun County
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.
ASWA Rankings
Calhoun County, AL – This week’s Alabama Sports Writers Association rankings for baseball and softball, the last rankings of the season: SOFTBALL CLASS 7A 1.
Spring roundup for Calhoun County
Oxford, AL – Hope Christian baseball finishes regular season with sweep of Macon East. PV softball records 30th win, clinches area title. Lots of other
Calhoun County Track
Oxford, AL – Meet records fall on first day, but Oxford’s boys’, Oxford’s and Alexandria’s girls appear headed to a finish similar to 2024. Team
Most Wanted by the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office | April 15, 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
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
This Week’s Calhoun County Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of April 14-19. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Regular-season baseball
Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Requests Public Help in Solving Recent Property Crimes
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
Calhoun County Spring Roundup
Calhoun County, AL – Alexandria softball holds own against elite competition at Chelsea. PV runner up in Randolph County tourney. Woodland, Ranburne and Munford get wins
Calhoun County Robotics Tournament: A Celebration of Innovation and Community Spirit
Oxford, AL – The inaugural Calhoun County Robotics Tournament took place on April 11th, uniting 14 teams from various schools across the county in a compelling
Spring Roundup for Calhoun County
Jacksonville, AL – JCA walks it off in marathon baseball game with Anniston. Hope Christian splits, and Weaver edges Wellborn. Jacksonville, Randolph County win two in
