Calhoun County Government

Commissioners Sworn In During Veterans Day Ceremony
ANNISTON, AL – The Calhoun County Commission began a new four-year term Wednesday, November 11, 2026, as five commissioners took their oaths of office during

Commission Approves Courthouse HVAC Project, Meeting Schedule and Additional Resolutions During Organizational Meeting
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Commission held its organizational meeting Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at 10 a.m., addressing a series of administrative matters, infrastructure

Calhoun County Voters Decide Local, State and Federal Races in 2026 General Election
CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — Voters across Calhoun County participated in the November 3, 2026, general election, deciding races for county offices, the Alabama Legislature, statewide

Voters Decide Statewide and Local Amendments, State Offices and Special Tax Proposal in November 3 Election
CALHOUN COUNTY, AL – Calhoun County voters are casting ballots today, Tuesday, November 3, 2026, in Alabama’s general election, with decisions involving four proposed constitutional

Calhoun County Board of Education Honors Student Athlete, Approves Policy Updates and Recognizes Departing Members
Anniston, AL – The Calhoun County Board of Education met Thursday, October 22, 2026, at Excel Academy in Anniston, approving several administrative and policy measures,

Calhoun County Commissioner Fred Wilson Seeks Reelection, Outlines Platform for District 1
Anniston, AL – Calhoun County District 1 Commissioner Fred Wilson is seeking reelection, highlighting his record of public service and outlining priorities focused on healthcare access,

Incoming Calhoun County Commissioners Announce Community Listening Sessions Ahead of Taking Office
Calhoun County, AL — Two incoming members of the Calhoun County Commission are planning a series of community listening sessions in October as they prepare

Calhoun County Libraries Receive Books Through America250AL Grant
ANNISTON, AL — Public libraries across Calhoun County received new books Thursday, Sept. 24, as part of an America250AL grant project organized in recognition of

Calhoun County Commission Approves FY27 Budget, New Employee Pay Scale
Anniston, AL – The Calhoun County Commission approved its fiscal year 2027 budget Thursday, Sept. 24, during a meeting that also included action on tourism

Calhoun County Board of Education Reviews $126 Million Revenue Plan, Recognizes Students and State Board Member
ANNISTON, AL — The Calhoun County Board of Education reviewed the school system’s financial outlook for the coming fiscal year, recognized students for statewide and

Calhoun County Career Academy Receives $2.48 Million Grant for New Career and Technical Education Facility
Calhoun County, AL — Calhoun County Career Academy announced Tuesday that it has received a $2.48 million grant from the Alabama State Department of Education

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

Calhoun County Commissioner Danny Shears Elected to ACCA Board of Directors
CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — Calhoun County Commissioner Danny Shears has been elected to serve on the Association of County Commissions of Alabama Board of Directors for

Calhoun County Commission Addresses Landfill Expansion, County Contracts and Grant Applications
ANNISTON, AL — The Calhoun County Commission considered a range of county business Thursday, Aug. 27, including a public hearing on an industrial landfill expansion, nuisance

Sen. Keith Kelley Reviews 2026 Legislative Session During Calhoun County Chamber Event
Anniston, AL — Alabama State Sen. Keith Kelley met with constituents Thursday, July 23, at the Calhoun County Chamber and Visitors Center to discuss the 2026

Miss Alabama Volunteer Organization Recognized During Calhoun County Commission Meeting
CALHOUN COUNTY — The Calhoun County Commission recognized the Miss Alabama Volunteer Organization and approved a wide range of county business during its July 23

Calhoun County Beautification Board Honors 2026 Residential and Commercial Property Winners
ANNISTON — The Calhoun County Beautification Board recognized outstanding residential and commercial properties from across the county during its 2026 Awards Luncheon, held July 17

Calhoun County Commission Chairman Lee Patterson Elected to NACo Board of Directors
CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — Calhoun County Commission Chairman Lee Patterson has been elected to the Board of Directors of the National Association of Counties (NACo),

Calhoun County Commission Recognizes 4-H Ambassador, Approves Resolutions and Highlights Independence Day Events
CALHOUN COUNTY, AL — The Calhoun County Commission recognized a local student for her statewide achievement, approved a series of resolutions related to county operations

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