Calhoun County Life and Arts

Cruisin’ for Christ Car Show Set for July 19 in Ohatchee
Ohatchee, AL – The Ohatchee Church of Christ will host its “Cruisin’ for Christ” Car Show on Saturday, July 19, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00

Calhoun County Gardening – Build a Lasting Landscape: Why Shrubs and Grasses Are Garden Essentials
Calhoun County, AL – The quickest way to make a lasting impact in your landscape is by installing permanent shrubs and grasses. These plants form the

Calhoun County Gardening – Sowing for the Swarm: How Pollinator Blooms Boost My Garden Every Spring
Calhoun County, AL – Every spring, once the danger of frost has passed, I sow my favorite seeds. Before planting any vegetable crops, I focus on

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

Keeping Your Four-Legged Family Safe: Summer Heat and Fourth of July Fireworks Pose Serious Risks to Pets in Calhoun County
Calhoun County, AL – As temperatures soar and Independence Day approaches, pet owners across the country are facing a dual challenge: protecting their furry companions

Local Titleholders Celebrated at Send-Off Party Ahead of Miss Alabama Volunteer Pageant
Oxford, AL — Community members gathered Saturday, June 28, to celebrate and support seven young women representing Oxford and Calhoun County as they prepare to

Calhoun County Gardening – Floral Reflections: A Lifelong Journey Through Seasonal Design
Calhoun County, AL – I began floral design in my teens, working part-time for a florist. I was trained in making football corsages for homecomings,

New Report Reveals Nearly Half of Alabama Households Struggle to Afford Basic Living Costs
United Way of Alabama releases first statewide ALICE Report showing 46% of households below financial survival threshold Anniston, AL – A comprehensive new study reveals

2025 Calhoun County Golf Tour: Points Standings Through Four Events
Calhoun County, AL – Points and statistics for the 2025 Calhoun County Golf Tour through four points events. The Tour’s next event is the Etowah

Calhoun County Gardening – Growing Corn in Small Spaces: Tips for a Beautiful and Bountiful Garden
Calhoun County, AL – Gardeners can have small spaces and still grow corn. The first priority is full sunshine—no semi-shade. The second is to create quick-growing