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11th Annual Alabama Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony Concludes National Police Week in Anniston
Anniston, AL – The culmination of National Police Week in Calhoun County took place Friday morning as law enforcement officers, retirees, elected officials, volunteers, and community
Oxford City Council Recognizes Police Promotions, Approves Zoning and Resolution Agenda Unanimously
Oxford, AL – The Oxford City Council unanimously approved all items on its agenda during its regular meeting held Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at Oxford City
Oxford Police Department Arrests Three in Connection to Oxford Shooting Investigation, One Suspect Still Sought
Oxford, AL – The Oxford Police Department announced the arrest of 18-year-old Zakadyn Xiere Hawkins of Madison in connection to a shooting investigation involving an occupied
One Injured Following Shooting Incident at Oxford Business; Three in Custody
Oxford, AL – The Oxford Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred late Friday night at a business on Hamric Drive West in Oxford. According
Jacksonville Man Arrested Following Fentanyl Trafficking Investigation
Jacksonville, AL – A Jacksonville man was arrested Wednesday following the execution of a search warrant connected to an ongoing fentanyl distribution investigation in Calhoun County.
FabArc Steel Supply Breaks Ground on New Corporate Headquarters in Oxford
OXFORD, AL — FabArc Steel Supply, Inc. announced plans to break ground on a new corporate headquarters in Oxford on May 11, 2026, marking a
UPDATED:Oxford to Host National Day of Prayer Ceremony on May 7
OXFORD, AL — Leaders from faith communities, local businesses and government agencies will join residents in Oxford on Thursday, May 7, 2026, to observe the
Oxford, Regional Schools to Host “Embrace What Matters” Family Fun Night Friday
OXFORD, AL — Families across the region are invited to attend the free “Embrace What Matters Family Fun Night” on Friday from 5 p.m. to
ACCC Baseball Championship Set for May 7–11 at Choccolocco Park in Oxford
OXFORD, AL — The ACCC Baseball Championship is scheduled to take place May 7–11 at Choccolocco Park, bringing teams from across the Alabama Community College
The Temptations and The Four Tops Set to Perform at Oxford Performing Arts Center
OXFORD, AL — A night celebrating Motown history is set to take place at the Oxford Performing Arts Center as The Temptations and The Four
GSC Softball Championship Set for May 6–9 at Choccolocco Park
OXFORD, AL — The Gulf South Conference (GSC) Softball Championship is scheduled to take place May 6 through May 9 at Choccolocco Park in Oxford,
Kobay South Breaks Ground on Oxford Expansion, Bringing New Jobs and Increased Manufacturing Capacity
OXFORD, AL — Kobay South has officially broken ground on a major expansion of its manufacturing facility in Oxford, marking a significant investment in the
Oxford Honors Retiring Police Chief Bill Partridge, Swears In Daniel Phipps as New Chief
OXFORD, AL — The City of Oxford recognized the decades-long service of Police Chief Bill Partridge while officially welcoming Daniel Phipps as the city’s new
Atlanta Pops Orchestra to Present “250 Years of Great American Music” at Oxford Performing Arts Center
OXFORD, AL — The Oxford Performing Arts Center will host a performance titled “250 Years of Great American Music” featuring the Atlanta Pops Orchestra on
CCS Softball Championship Begins Four-Day Run at Choccolocco Park
OXFORD, AL — The Collegiate Conference of the South (CCS) Softball Championship is set to begin today at Choccolocco Park, bringing four days of collegiate
Oxford Parks and Recreation to Host “Junk Journal Night” at Civic Center
OXFORD, AL — Oxford Parks and Recreation is now accepting registrations for “Junk Journal Night,” a hands-on creative event scheduled for Monday, May 4, 2026,
CREATE to Host Regional Open House Today for Students and Community in Oxford
OXFORD, AL — The CREATE Regional Workforce Center will host a Regional Open House today, Wednesday, April 29, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., inviting
Championship May Returns to Choccolocco Park with Full Slate of Collegiate and High School Tournaments
OXFORD, AL — Choccolocco Park is preparing for another busy championship season as teams from across the country return for “Championship May 2026,” a month-long
Oxford Police Investigator Jaclyn Willis Named Officer of the Year During April 14 City Council Meeting
OXFORD, AL — Oxford Police Investigator Jaclyn Willis was recognized as the 2026 Law Enforcement Officer of the Year by American Legion Post 111 during
Oxford Boys, Alexandria Girls Take Early Lead at Calhoun County Track Championships
Oxford’s boys, Alexandria’s girls lead after first day of Calhoun County championships at Choccolocco Park. OXFORD — Oxford’s boys lead Alexandria 56-40 through six of
2026 WWAP Annual Luncheon Set for April 18 at Oxford Civic Center
OXFORD, AL — Women With A Purpose will host its 2026 WWAP Annual Luncheon on Saturday, April 18, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at
Oxford’s Jaylen Alexander Named Mr. Basketball, Secures Historic Trifecta of Top Honors for Yellow Jackets
Calhoun County, AL – Alexander adds ASWA’s top award to postseason list, gives Oxford a trifecta of top award winners in basketball, football and baseball. By
Oxford Exchange to Host Car Show Featuring NASCAR Legend Donnie Allison
OXFORD, AL — Car enthusiasts and racing fans will have the opportunity to experience a unique automotive event later this month as the Oxford Exchange
Oxford Parks and Recreation to Host Community Litter Cleanup at Oxford Lake Park
OXFORD, AL — Oxford Parks and Recreation will host a community litter cleanup at Oxford Lake Park on Thursday, April 16, 2026, as part of
Community Event Planned in Oxford to Mark Child Abuse Prevention Month
OXFORD, AL — Local organizations are inviting the community to come together in recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month with a special event focused on
Rock Da O Concert Brings Live Music and Student Talent to Oxford High School
OXFORD, AL — Oxford High School is set to host the Rock Da O Concert on Thursday, April 30, 2026, offering students an afternoon of
Oxford to Host Second Annual Calhoun County Robotics Tournament at CREATE Center
OXFORD, AL — The City of Oxford will host the second annual Calhoun County Robotics Tournament on Friday, April 10, 2026, at the CREATE Technology
Lightwire Theatre’s The Ugly Duckling to Illuminate Oxford Stage April 14
OXFORD, AL — The Oxford Performing Arts Center will host a unique theatrical performance on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 6 p.m., as Lightwire Theatre
Oxford and Alexandria Advance to Winners’ Bracket Final in Calhoun County Softball Tournament
No. 1 Oxford, No. 2 Alexandria to face off in Calhoun County winners’ bracket final. No. 3 White Plains, No. 4 Ohatchee, No. 5 Pleasant
Oxford Students to Take the Lead During Annual Student Government Day
OXFORD, AL — The City of Oxford will welcome local students into the heart of municipal operations on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, as part of
Oxford, Alexandria, White Plains and Ohatchee Advance in Opening Day of Calhoun County Softball Tournament
Top four seeds Oxford, Alexandria, White Plains and Ohatchee advance in winners’ bracket, will face off Tuesday. Cover photo: Alexandria coach Brian Hess talks to
Oxford Based FabArc Steel Supply Announces Major Iowa Manufacturing Project
Oxford, AL – FabArc Steel Supply, Inc., headquartered in Oxford, has announced its role in a large-scale industrial project in Boone, Iowa, identified internally as Project Victor.
Calhoun County EDC Receives $2.06 Million SEEDS Grant to Expand Oxford West Industrial Park
Calhoun County, AL — The Calhoun County Economic Development Council (EDC) was awarded $2,064,000 in state funding on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, as part of Alabama’s
Oxford Police Chief Bill Partridge Announces Retirement After 39 Years of Service
Oxford, AL – After nearly four decades in law enforcement, Oxford Police Chief Bill Partridge has announced his retirement, effective May 1, 2026. In a statement
Alabama High School Basketball All-State Teams Announced, Local Talent Earns Top Honors
The Alabama Sports Writers Association All-State high school basketball teams, honorable mentions and coaches of the year: CLASS 7A GIRLS First-team All-State Aaliyah Blanchard, Hoover,
Alabama Teams Championship Set for March 28 in Oxford
Oxford, AL – The 2026 Alabama Teams Championship, a sanctioned table tennis tournament, is scheduled to take place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the
Women’s Day Celebration Planned at Oxford Civic Center
Oxford, AL – Oxford Parks and Recreation, in partnership with the City of Oxford, Alabama, will host a community-wide Women’s Day event on Saturday, March
East Alabama Boat Show to Return to Oxford’s Quintard Mall April 10–12
Oxford, AL – The East Alabama Boat Show is set to return to Quintard Mall from April 10–12, 2026, offering residents and visitors an opportunity
Historic Main Street Oxford to Host Free Walking Tours of Downtown
Oxford, AL – Residents and visitors will have the opportunity to explore the rich history of downtown Oxford through a pair of upcoming walking tours
US Cops: ‘I’m the Victim’ – Child’s 911 Call Leads To Shocking Scene
Oxford, AL – First Responders is a powerful German documentary series that offers an unfiltered look into the intense and demanding world of emergency response.
Larry the Cable Guy to Perform at Oxford Performing Arts Center
Oxford, AL – Comedian Larry the Cable Guy is set to bring his nationally recognized stand-up act to the Oxford Performing Arts Center on Friday,
UAB Medicine, City of Oxford Announce Plans for Freestanding Emergency Department and Expanded Health Care Services
Oxford, AL – A new health care initiative aimed at expanding access to medical services in East Alabama is moving forward, as UAB St. Vincent’s
Rising Pop Artist Alto Moon to Perform at Oxford Performing Arts Center
Oxford, AL — Music fans in Calhoun County will have the opportunity to experience a high-energy live performance as rising pop artist Alto Moon takes
Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Professional PCA Rodeo Returning to Choccolocco Park in April
Calhoun County, AL — The excitement of rodeo competition will return to Choccolocco Park this spring as the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office hosts the 2nd
US Cops: ‘I’m the Victim’ – DUI Stop Escalates
Oxford, AL – First Responders is a powerful German documentary series that offers an unfiltered look into the intense and demanding world of emergency response.
Oxford Performing Arts Center to Host The StepCrew Dance Performance
Oxford, AL – The Oxford Performing Arts Center will host a performance by The StepCrew on Friday, March 20, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. The event
Oxford Dedicates Ozone Field as Russ Baker–Sal Gardner Field at Oxford Lake Park
Oxford, AL – The Ozone baseball field at Oxford Lake Park received a new name during dedication ceremonies held Friday, March 6, 2026, honoring two individuals
STOMP Brings High-Energy Rhythm Performance to Oxford Performing Arts Center
Oxford, AL – The internationally recognized rhythm performance STOMP will take the stage at the Oxford Performing Arts Centeron Friday, March 13, from 7:30 p.m.
Oxford Parks and Recreation to Host Inaugural Women’s Day Celebration at Oxford Civic Center
OXFORD, AL — Oxford Parks and Recreation will host its inaugural Women’s Day celebration on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the Oxford Civic Center from
Oxford Makes History: Yellow Jackets Claim First State Title, Enter Debate as Alabama’s Best Team
Oxford makes history. Now, let’s make the case for Yellow Jackets as state’s best team in all classes. BIRMINGHAM — The amazing team that just