Calhoun County Government

Local Races and Runoff Elections Shape Alabama Primary Night in Calhoun County
Calhoun County, AL – Voters across Calhoun County and Alabama headed to the polls Tuesday for the 2026 Alabama Primary Election, with several local races decided

Calhoun County Voters to Head to the Polls for Alabama Primary Election on May 19
Calhoun County, AL – Calhoun County voters will head to the polls on Tuesday, May 19, for Alabama’s 2026 Primary Election. Polls across the county

House District 40 Candidates Address Key Issues During Jacksonville Forum
Jacksonville, AL – Candidates seeking to represent Alabama House District 40 gathered Thursday evening at the Jacksonville Public Safety Complex for a public forum hosted by

Hobson City Receives Rebuild Alabama Grant for Road Improvements, Only Awarded Project in Calhoun County
Montgomery, AL – Governor Kay Ivey announced Thursday that more than $7.6 million in state funding is being awarded to cities and counties across Alabama for

Tobi Burt Discusses Bid for Calhoun County Commission, Emphasizes Infrastructure Experience and “Building a Better Tomorrow”
Calhoun County, AL – A lifelong resident of Alexandria, Tobi Burt says his campaign for the Calhoun County Commission is rooted in decades of public service,

Terry Howell Reflects on First Term Ahead of May 19 Primary, Announces Community Meetings
Calhoun County, AL – Calhoun County Commissioner Terry Howell spoke with the Calhoun Journal this week as the May 19, 2026 primary election approaches, reflecting

Bud Turner Shares Vision for Calhoun County Commission, Focuses on Transparency, Experience, and Public Trust
Calhoun County, AL — Longtime jurist and attorney Bud Turner has announced his candidacy for Calhoun County Commissioner, District 2, offering voters a campaign centered on

Danny Shears Seeks Re-Election as Calhoun County Commissioner, District 2
Calhoun County, AL — As the 2026 election cycle approaches, incumbent Calhoun County Commissioner Danny Shears is making his case to voters in District 2,

Calhoun County Commission Addresses Nuisances, EMS Support, and Road Safety Concerns at April 23 Meeting
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Commission met Thursday morning, April 23, 2026, for its regularly scheduled meeting, addressing a range of topics including

Calhoun County Commission Candidates Address Key Issues at Chamber Forum in Anniston
Anniston, AL – The Calhoun County Chamber of Commerce hosted a political forum for Calhoun County Commission candidates on Monday, April 20, at the Anniston

Revenue Commissioner Candidates Share Perspectives at Calhoun County Chamber Forum in Anniston
Anniston, AL – The Calhoun County Chamber of Commerce hosted a political forum on Monday, April 20, at the Anniston City Meeting Center, featuring candidates

SB99 Sponsored by Sen. Keith Kelley and Rep. Mark Gidley Signed Into Law, Requiring Ten Commandments Displays in Alabama Schools
MONTGOMERY, AL — Governor Kay Ivey has signed Senate Bill 99 into law, requiring the display of the Ten Commandments in certain public schools across

Sheriff Falon Hurst Shares Background, Experience, and Vision as He Seeks Election
CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — Calhoun County Sheriff Falon Hurst has announced that he is seeking election to continue serving in the role, outlining his background, experience,

State Funding and Private Donations Make Safety Guardrail a Reality at Alexandria Elementary
ALEXANDRIA, AL — A newly installed safety guardrail at Alexandria Elementary School is now providing an added layer of protection for hundreds of students, following

Sheriff Candidate Chris Apple Shares Background and Perspective as He Enters Race
CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — Sheriff candidate Christopher “Chris” Apple has shared his background, experience, and reasons for entering the race, outlining his perspective on law enforcement

Revenue Commissioner Tim Hodges Shares Background and Priorities as He Seeks Another Term
CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — Calhoun County Revenue Commissioner Tim Hodges has shared details of his background, experience, and priorities as he seeks another term in office.

Calhoun County Schools Launch “Camp Kindergarten” to Help Students with Disabilities Prepare for School
Calhoun County, AL – Calhoun County Schools is offering a specialized transition program designed to help students with disabilities prepare for the upcoming school year through

Thousands of Students Explore Career Pathways at East Alabama Worlds of Work Event in Oxford
Oxford, AL – Thousands of students from across East Alabama explored potential career paths during the annual Worlds of Work (WOW) event, presented by Eastman, held

Calhoun County Commissioners Attend National Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C.
CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — Calhoun County Commissioners Lee Patterson and Terry Howell recently joined nearly 2,000 county leaders from across the country for the National

Calhoun County Commission Recognizes Community Leaders, Advances Nuisance Enforcement and Halfway House Regulations
Callhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Commission met Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., opening the session with an invocation and Pledge of

When “Transparency” Becomes a Threat to Justice: The Real Risks of Demanding Immediate Access to Police Records
Calhoun County, AL – In an era defined by instant information and constant digital access, the public expectation for immediate answers has grown louder than ever.

Calhoun County Commission to Consider Enforcement Measures and Regulations for Recovery and Transitional Housing Facilities
Calhoun County, AL — The Calhoun County Commission is set to consider a resolution that would establish enforcement measures and regulatory standards for recovery residences,

Rep. Rogers Invites Local High School Students to Participate in 2026 Congressional Art Competition
OXFORD, AL — Mike Rogers (AL-03) is inviting high school students across Alabama’s Third Congressional District to participate in the annual Congressional Art Competition, a

Calhoun County Schools Launches District-Wide Infrastructure Modernization Project with Schneider Electric
Calhoun County, AL – Calhoun County Schools has announced the launch of a district-wide infrastructure modernization project in partnership with Schneider Electric, a global energy

Oxford Police Investigating Escape from Rehabilitation Facility, Citing Broader Public Safety Concerns
Oxford, AL – The Oxford Police Department (OPD) is investigating the reported escape of an individual from a rehabilitation facility in Oxford and raising broader concerns