Calhoun County News
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Calhoun County Commission Highlights: July 25, 2024
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Commission held a regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, June 25th, 2024. Call To Order Invocation/Pledge Of Allegiance Adopt Agenda
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Calhoun County Gardening – Gardening Success with Organic Products
Calhoun County, AL – Since 1998 I have several organic products I use in gardening. I buy by price, not brand name. I use Diatomaceous
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Calhoun County Weather July 26, 2024
Calhoun County, AL – We’ll take a closer look at the weather patterns affecting our area and provide you with the latest updates on
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Calhoun County Animal Control Unveils New Meet and Greet Area
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Animal Control has officially opened its new meet and greet area, a significant addition aimed at enhancing the adoption
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Proven Winner Taking Over for Calhoun County’s Ohatchee
Ohatchee, AL – Hutchison will bring experiences as part of five state-championship teams to new job as Ohatchee’s head boys’ basketball coach. By Joe Medley
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Horseless Rodeo Coming to Calhoun County
Alexandria, AL – Circuit Riders Cowboy Church is excited to announce its upcoming Horseless Rodeo event, set to take place on July 27th at 9
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’24 Calhoun County Golf Tournament Stats
Calhoun County, AL – Points and statistics for the 2024 Calhoun County Golf Tour headed into the season’s seventh points event, the Pine Hill Invitational, which
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Calhoun County Weather July 25, 2024
Calhoun County, AL – Calhoun County is expected to experience morning showers on July 25th, with rain gradually slowing down towards the afternoon. The high
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Tony Willis Reflects on New Role in Calhoun County as Superintendent
Calhoun County — The Calhoun County School District recently appointed Tony Willis as its new Superintendent at a special meeting held on July 23, 2024.
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Calhoun County Weather July 24, 2024
Calhoun County, AL – Calhoun County is expecting a chance of rain with mild temperatures in the 80s on July 22, 2024. Residents should
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Most Wanted in Calhoun County | July 23, 2024
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
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Martin’s Launched “Treasure Our Teachers” Program to Support Local Educators
Calhoun County, AL – Martin’s, a leading community-focused clothing store based in Calhoun County, recently launched the “Treasure Our Teachers” program, an initiative under the
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NFHS Awards Shine on Oxford and Anniston
Calhoun County, AL – Former Oxford coach Brooks, Anniston’s Howard-Holland and Spring Garden’s Austin receive awards for 2022-23 school year. Former Oxford High baseball
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Calhoun County Weather July 23, 2024
Calhoun County is set to face a challenging weather day on July 22, 2024, with the potential for strong afternoon thunderstorms. Residents are urged to
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Congressman Rogers Announces $74,857.14 Federal Funding for Alexandria Volunteer Fire Department
Washington D.C. – U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (AL-03) announced that the Alexandria Volunteer Fire Department in Calhoun County will receive $74,857.14 in federal funding. This
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Summer Camp Launches at Redbird Willow Farm in Calhoun County
Anniston, AL – Redbird Willow Farm has launched an exciting new summer camp today, offering a unique blend of education and fun for children aged 5-12.
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UPDATED: Single-Vehicle Crash Causes Road Blockage on Interstate 20
Calhoun County, AL – At approximately 4:33 p.m. on Saturday, July 20, a single-vehicle crash led to the closure of the eastbound lanes on Interstate 20
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Letter to the Editor – July 21, A Date That Would Help Determine Anniston’s Future
We believe that all our residents deserve to voice their opinions. All opinions are from the writer and are not the opinion of Calhoun County
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Briarmeade Tee Times
Tee times for Saturday’s first round of the Etowah County Open, the sixth points event on the 2024 Calhoun County Golf Tour. 7 a.m.: Brennan
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’24 Prep Football Schedules
Calhoun County, AL – Will be located in the ticker on the EASportsToday.com home page, atop the featured box, and pinned to social media feeds. Will
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All-Star week
Montogmery, AL – White Plains’ Conn takes third overall to help North girls to victory in cross country. Austin, Barksdale contribute as North sweeps in
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’24 Calhoun Count Golf Tournament Stats
Points and statistics for the 2024 Calhoun County Golf Tour through five points events. The Tour continues with the Etowah County Open on Saturday and
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Calhoun County Delegates Engage in National Convention Processes: A Bipartisan Perspective
Calhoun County – Amid the ongoing 2024 national political conventions, Calhoun County proudly sends delegates to participate in the nomination processes of both major parties.
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Free Day at Calhoun County Landfill
Anniston, AL – The Calhoun County Landfill will host its next Free Disposal Day this Saturday, July 20th, from 7:00 AM until 12:00 PM. This
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Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Seek Public Assistance in Recent Property Crime Investigations
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office is actively engaged in investigations related to recent property crimes and is reaching out to the
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Bobby Tittle Elected President of Alabama Association of Secondary School Principals
Cherokee County, AL – In a significant development for Alabama’s educational community, Bobby Tittle, currently a candidate for the Calhoun Board of Education, has been elected
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Rainbow Omega Chili Cookoff Winner Heads to Smoke Eaters Challenge in Anniston
Eastaboga, AL – The Rainbow Omega Chili Cookoff took place today at Rainbow Omega, offering a day filled with flavorful competition and community spirit. Participants
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Ted Talk
First Ted’s Charity Invitational Golf Tournament, filled since March 1, looks to set tone for bigger future in benefiting local schools. By Joe Medley Ted
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Calhoun County Gardening – Cultivating Elephant Ears: A Journey from a 4-Foot Hole to a Flourishing Garden
Calhoun County, AL –I requested a back hoe operator to scoop a big hole in the ground in 2018! The hole goes down 4 feet
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Most Wanted in Calhoun County | July 9, 2024
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
![Donoho’s Blair Kitchen is the 2024 East Alabama Sports Today All-Calhoun County player of the year for girls’ tennis, and Oxford’s Kai McEwen takes top honors on the boys’ side. Both won their courts at the Red Wilder Invitational, the de facto county tournament. Kitchen went unbeaten during the regular season and sectional, her lone loss coming in the state Class 4A-5A No. 2 singles final. McEwen was 9-1 in singles and 5-3 in doubles matches in the regular season and won the No. 1 singles court in the Class 6A, Section 3.](https://calhounjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/24-All-County-Tennis-300x180.jpg)
’24 All-County Tennis
Calhoun County, AL – Donoho’s Kitchen, Alderman and Oxford’s McEwen take top honors in 2024 East Alabama Sports Today All-Calhoun County tennis team. Editor’s note: Reflects
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’24 All-County Golf
Calhoun County, AL – Alexandria’s Kiker coach of the year after leading Valley Cubs to second state title. County champions Edwards, Rogers take top individual honors.
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Calhoun County Blue Line Foundation Hosts Smoke Eaters Chili Challenge at The Kress
Anniston, AL – Get ready for a sizzling showdown at The Kress on 1108 Noble Street as the Calhoun County Blue Line Foundation presents the
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Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Seek Public Assistance in Recent Property Crime Investigations
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office is actively engaged in investigations related to recent property crimes and is reaching out to the
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Fundraiser in Ohatchee to Support Accident Victims
Ohatchee, AL – On July 13th, the Ohatchee community will come together to support Dakota and Brittany, who were involved in a devastating car accident
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Calhoun County Chamber of Commerce To Host Youth Entrepreneur EXPO
Anniston, AL – Calling all young entrepreneurs! The Calhoun County Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for its 2nd Annual Youth Entrepreneur EXPO (YEE), scheduled
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Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall Announces 2024 Safe Schools Initiative Awards Application Process
Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the opening of the application process for the 2024 Alabama Safe Schools Initiative Awards. This award
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Sinclair Social To Hosts Fundraiser for Weaver Fire Department, Organized by Calhoun County Blue Line Foundation
Anniston, AL – Sinclair Social is set to host a free pre-event fundraiser on Friday, July 12, 2024, in support of the Weaver Fire Department’s
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Calhoun County Gardening – From Collapse to Flourish: A Journey with Transplanted Yuccas in Alabama
Calhoun County, AL –In 2018 I transplanted seven, five foot tall Yuccas from Georgia to Alabama. The full sun area I selected had a serious
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Alexandria Man Dies in Early Morning Single-Vehicle Crash in Calhoun County
Calhoun County, AL – A tragic single-vehicle crash occurred early Friday morning, July 5, resulting in the death of an Alexandria resident. The incident took place
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Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Most Wanted | July 2, 2024
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
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Second Annual Wounded Warrior Alabama Bulls and Broncos Rodeo Thrills Eastaboga
Eastaboga, AL – This past weekend, the second annual Wounded Warrior Alabama Bulls and Broncos Rodeo took place at Combat Park in Eastaboga, Alabama, drawing
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Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Seek Public Assistance in Recent Property Crime Investigations
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office is actively engaged in investigations related to recent property crimes and is reaching out to the
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Calhoun County Gardening – Enhancing Garden Landscapes: The Beauty of Country Cottage Rustic Garden Art
Calhoun County, AL – In the landscape themes of many gardeners they select garden art as focal points. Whether the art in the landscape is
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Heflin Man Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash on U.S. 431
HEFLIN, AL – A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 8:34 a.m. on Friday, June 28, has claimed the life of a Heflin man. Bryan
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Calhoun County Locates Fugitive Dalona Sue Johnson Thanks to Anonymous Tip
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office announced today the successful apprehension of fugitive Dalona Sue Johnson, thanks to an anonymous tip received
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Calhoun County Commission Highlights: June 27, 2024
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Commission held a regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, June 27h, 2024. Call To Order Fred Wilson – Present Chairman Danny
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Celebrating Small Business Excellence: U.S. Chamber of Commerce Launches CO—100 Awards Program – Will a Calhoun County Business Be Recognized?
New York, NY – Small businesses are the backbone of the American economy, employing nearly half of the workforce and contributing significantly to GDP growth.
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Fourth of July Events in and Around Calhoun County
Calhoun County, AL – There are many July 4th events being held in Calhoun County as well as the surrounding communities. Our local events calendar allows
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Go Build Alabama Launches Innovative Job Board to Connect Career Seekers with Construction Employers
Birmingham, AL — Go Build Alabama is excited to announce the launch of the Go Build Alabama Job Board, an innovative platform designed to simplify