Calhoun County Government

Calhoun County Commissioners Host Free Dump Day on July 19
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Commissioners are inviting residents to take part in a Free Dump Day scheduled for Saturday, July 19, 2025. The

Ohatchee Candidate Forum Scheduled for July 17
Ohatchee, AL – The Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitor’s Center will host an Ohatchee City Council Candidates’ Forum on Thursday, July 17, from 5:30 to

Municipal Election Day Set for August 26 in Calhoun County
Voters across Calhoun County will head to the polls on Tuesday, August 26, to cast their ballots in upcoming municipal elections. Polls will be open

Calhoun County Commission Honors Longtime Employee, Receives $25,000 and Celebrates Young Artists
Annsiton, AL – Commission Meeting Highlights from June 26, 2025 The Calhoun County Commission held its regular meeting Thursday morning, focusing on special recognitions, property nuisance

Doug Ghee Releases Statement on Arrest and Indictment
Anniston, AL – Doug Ghee, through his attorney William H. Broome of Broome & Broome Attorneys at Law, has released a public statement following his recent

Former Alabama State Senator Doug Ghee Indicted in Calhoun County, Turns Himself In on Sexual Assault Charges
CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — Former Alabama State Senator Marshall Douglas Ghee Sr. was indicted by a Calhoun County grand jury on Wednesday, June 25, 2025,

Senator Keith Kelley Offers In-Depth Legislative Update to Packed Crowd at Chamber
Anniston, AL — State Senator Keith Kelley (R-Anniston) provided an extensive update on the 2025 legislative session during a Tuesday morning breakfast hosted by the

Calhoun County Commission Clears Full Agenda: Property Actions, Equipment Purchases, and Public Safety Grants Approved
ANNISTON, AL – The Calhoun County Commission unanimously approved all items on their agenda during their regular meeting held Thursday, June 12, 2025, at 10:00

Calhoun County’s David West Receives 2025 AACAA Distinguished Service Award
Longtime Calhoun County Extension Director Honored for Decades of Environmental and Community Leadership CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — Dr. David West, County Extension Director for Calhoun

Calhoun County Students Gain College Edge Through Dual Enrollment Program
Calhoun County, AL – Alexandria High Graduate Credits Program for Academic Success and Future Savings Calhoun County high school students are getting a head start

Calhoun County Commission Addresses Property Issues, Storm Recovery at Thursday Meeting
ANNISTON, AL – The Calhoun County Commission convened Thursday morning, May 22, 2025, to tackle a lengthy agenda focused primarily on property nuisance abatements and

Calhoun County Board of Education Recognizes Student Champions and Approves Strategic Plan
ANNISTON, AL – The Calhoun County Board of Education meeting on Thursday evening was filled with celebrations of student achievements and important administrative decisions, drawing

Letter to the Editor – Michael Webb Discusses Vision for Calhoun County Commission Seat
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

Gary Sparks Announces Candidacy for Calhoun County Commission District 3 Seat
Eastaboga, AL — Gary Lenn Sparks, a longtime public servant and current Oxford Fire Chief, has officially announced his candidacy for Calhoun County Commissioner in District

Calhoun County Commission Meeting Highlights: Check Presentations Support Local Foundations
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Commission held its regular monthly meeting on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., with a strong focus

Calhoun County Administrative Offices to Open Late on May 14 for Employee Meeting
CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — The Ken Joiner Calhoun County Administration Building, along with several other county offices, will delay opening on Wednesday, May 14, 2025,

Attorney General Steve Marshall Speaks at Calhoun County Republican Party Meeting
ANNISTON, Ala. — Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall addressed the Calhoun County Republican Party on Sunday, May 5, discussing a range of topics including law

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 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

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

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

Calhoun County Commission Recognizes Youth Achievements, Advances Community Projects During April 10 Meeting
Calhoun County, AL – On Thursday, April 10, 2025, the Calhoun County Commission convened at 10:00 AM for its monthly meeting. The session was attended by

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

Governor Ivey Signs Bill Supporting Voluntary Firearm Storage to Address Veteran Suicide Rates
MONTGOMERY, AL — Governor Kay Ivey signed Senate Bill 40 into law on Monday, a measure aimed at reducing suicide rates among Alabamians, particularly veterans,