Piedmont News
Spring Roundup in Calhoun County
Calhoun County, AL – Donoho’s boys, girls dominate Red Wilder tennis. Oxford’s Whaley, Alexandria come out on top in Oxford Invitational golf. Wins for Ohatchee, Saks
March Monthly Activity Report: Insights from the Piedmont Police Department
Piedmont, AL – The City of Piedmont Police Department lists their activity for the public to view. Within this report are some abbreviations that may not
Piedmont’s Like Brothers Sisters
Piedmont, AL – Cacey, Cayla Brothers, key players in Piedmont’s four consecutive state-tournament appearances, will play on together at Gadsden State. By Joe Medley Cacey and
Calhoun County Spring Roundup
Oxford, AL – Oxford’s baseball team extends winning streak to 12 games. Ohatchee, Piedmont, Handley victorious. (Will be updated as later games reach completion) Charlie
Honoring a Mentor: Former Students Celebrate Jacksonville State University Professor Dr. Fred Gant for a Lifetime of Impact
Jacksonville, AL – As originally reported by Brett Buckner of JSU’s Media Department, Dr. Kevin Lackey hasn’t forgotten where he came from — or who
Piedmont City Council Rejects Retail Sale of CBD Products in City Limits
Piedmont, AL – Piedmont City Council Says No to CBD Retailers in the City Limits. – The Piedmont City council met Tuesday night to discuss several issues
Spring Roundup in Calhoun County
Calhoun County, AL – Wins for Piedmont, Alexandria, Oxford, White Plains, Spring Garden, Randolph County and Wellborn in baseball; Alexandria, Piedmont, Jacksonville Christian, Randolph County and
Calhoun County and Cleburne County Spring Roundup
Calhoun County, AL – Slaton powers Alexandria past PV. Also, victories for Piedmont, Wellborn and Randolph County in softball; Alexandria, Piedmont, Wellborn, Weaver, White Plains and
All-County Hoops
Calhoun County, AL – Saks’ Angel, Piedmont’s Morrow take top awards on East Alabama Sports Today’s girls’ Class 1A-3A All-Callhoun County basketball team. Saks’ Sania Angel
Spring Roundup for Calhoun and Cleburne Counties
Calhoun County, AL – Piedmont baseball snaps out of skid in big way in Spring Experience. Cherokee County, Lincoln sweep to win area series. White Plains,
Alpha Psi Lambda Makes History at Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL – As originally reported by Brett Buckner of JSU’s Media Department, it began, as most moments of change do, with a conversation. Last
Piedmont City Council Holds Regular Meeting: Residents to See Rate Increase on Power Bill
Piedmont, AL – The Piedmont City Council met Tuesday March 18th the planning session took place at 5:30 PM with the regular meeting scheduled to start
Spring Roundup for Calhoun and Cleburne Counties
Calhoun County, AL – Alexandria goes 1-1 in Gulf Shores Classic tournament, and Pleasant Valley falls to Silverdale Baptist. In baseball, Oxford wins two, and WP
14 Dogs Rescued from Abandoned Home in Piedmont; Two Arrested for Animal Cruelty
PIEDMONT, AL – Fourteen dogs were rescued from an abandoned home in Piedmont on Thursday after deputies from the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office discovered them
Calhoun County Spring Roundup
Alexandria, AL – Carr’s one-hitter propels Alexandria softball. Henry homers as PV ups to 15-1. Young pitches Piedmont to shutout. Also, wins for Handley, Munford, Cherokee
New Mental Health Program Aims to Assist Law Enforcement and Community in Cleburne and Calhoun County
Anniston, AL – On April 24, 2024, a gathering marked the beginning of a significant journey aimed at enhancing mental health support within our community. Local
Spring Roundup in Calhoun County
Alexandria, AL – More than 2,000 words of spring sports, including wins for Alexandria, PV, Hope Christian, Oxford, Weaver, Jacksonville, Munford, Southside, Ranburne and Spring Garden
Jacksonville State University Students Build 65 Beds for Children in Need
Jacksonville, AL – As originally written by Aden Kastens of JSU’s Media Department, more than 190 students from Jacksonville State University (Jax State) came together
Jacksonville State University Junior Saige Trainor Awarded Stanley E. Easton Memorial Scholarship
Jacksonville, AL – As originally reported by Brett Buckner of JSU’s Media Department, Saige Trainor, a junior at Jacksonville State University (Jax State) majoring in early
February Monthly Activity Report: Insights from the Piedmont Police Department
Piedmont, AL – The City of Piedmont Police Department lists their activity for the public to view. Within this report are some abbreviations that may not
Calhoun County Baseball
Calhoun County, AL – Jacksonville gets tournament’s first upset by seed, joins Oxford, Alexandria and Piedmont in Monday’s semifinals. Calhoun County baseball tournament All games at
Calhoun County Spring Roundup
Calhoun County, AL – McGinnis leads the way as Weaver tops Piedmont in softball. Hope Christian baseball gets first victory. Also, wins for White Plains,
Jacksonville State University’s Online Portuguese Program Expands Language Learning Opportunities
Jacksonville, AL – As originally reported by Brett Buckner of JSU’s Media Department, since the fall of 2023, Jacksonville State University (Jax State) has been
Jacksonville State University and Piedmont Native Jenna Hardin Named to AHEC Scholars Statewide Leadership Team
Jacksonville, AL – As originally reported by Brett Buckner of JSU’s Media Department, a Jacksonville State University (Jax State) senior nursing student from Pidment, Jenna
Spring Roundup in Calhoun County
Pleasant Valley, AL – Pleasant Valley scores 33 runs in doubleheader. Piedmont tops Centre. Wellborn’s Talley homers. Lincoln edges Alexandria. Munford, Central-Clay split. Twymon leads
Calhoun County Spring Roundup
Piedmont, AL – Oxford tops Piedmont, and Bulldogs edge Hokes Bluff. White Plains baseball, softball win two apiece. Ohatchee, JCA baseball win two apiece. Alexandria, Jacksonville
Update on Death Involving Hog Attack in Piedmont
Piedmont, AL – The Piedmont Police Department has provided updated information regarding the handling of the hogs involved in an incident that resulted in a
Piedmont City Council Discusses City Budget and Other Issues
Piedmont, AL – The City Council approved the minutes of the previous meeting and the bills for payment for the past 2 weeks without any
Piedmont Authorities Investigate Man’s Death Following Hog Attack
Piedmont, AL – The Piedmont Police Department and Piedmont Rescue responded Monday to a call on Bramlet Road regarding a deceased individual found beneath a
City Councilmen Have Heated Debate During Council Meeting
Piedmont, AL – During the last Piedmont City Council meeting on February 4th, there were loud exchanges between some of the Councilmen after the vote to
End of the Line for Piedmont Girls
Jacksonville, AL – Season that saw Piedmont’s girls reach the Northeast Regional final for the first time in 17 years ends in offensive struggles against Sylvania.
Long Time
Jacksonville, AL – Piedmont girls hold off Whitesburg Christian rally, score school’s first Northeast Regional victory in 17 years. By Joe Medley Piedmont’s girls fought off
Ish’s Spark
JACKSONVILLE — After missing majority of the first half with foul trouble, Bethel delivers dunk that launches game-ending run as Piedmont reaches regional final. By
Subregional Basketball
Weaver, AL – Pinto erupts for 35 points as Piedmont boys roll. Oxford, Jacksonville, Alexandria, Glencooe boys, Spring Garden girls also punch tickets to Northeast Regional.
Subregional Basketball
Jacksonville, AL – Nicholson shoots Jacksonville girls to first regional berth since 2018. Ranburne, Saks, Piedmont, Anniston, Alexandria girls also bound for regionals. Editor’s note: Mark
January Monthly Activity Report: Insights from the Piedmont Police Department
Piedmont, AL – The City of Piedmont Police Department lists their activity for the public to view. Within this report are some abbreviations that may not
Piedmont City Council Refuses To Pay For Mayor Approved Purchase
Piedmont, AL – The Piedmont City Council stripped a $5,000 expense from the Account Payables during the regular Council meeting Tuesday evening. The item taken
Piedmont Water Resurgence: A Decade of Stability for Rural Water Cooperative
Piedmont, AL – The Fords Valley & Hwy 278 Water Cooperative, serving communities between Gadsden and Piedmont, Alabama, faced significant operational and financial challenges in 2015.
Calhoun County Area Basketball
Calhoun County, AL – Saks’ girls win first area title since 2016 in dramatic fashion. Piedmont girls dominate on way to area title. Anniston girls hold
Tough Area
Piedmont, AL – Piedmont’s hot 3-point shooting continues while eliminating Ohatchee, and Glencoe survives Westbrook Christian on game-ending putback. By Joe Medley It’s typically hard to
Calhoun County Prep Basketball
Calhoun County, AL – Pinto, Piedmont continue hot 3-point shooting, but Anniston’s boys prevail to complete sweep. JCA’s boys and girls also sweep to victory.
Oxford on the Move: Community Engagement Session to Shape Future Bike and Pedestrian Routes
Oxford, AL – The City of Oxford is inviting residents to help shape the future of the city’s transportation landscape at a community engagement session focused
Piedmont Police Gets Hazardous Duty Pay Amid Recruitment Challenges
Piedmont, AL – The Piedmont City Council approved a $100 pay increase for each pay period for the 14 officers and the Chief during their Council
74th Calhoun County Tourney
Jacksonville, AL – Piedmont boys win in dramatic finish to day that saw eight games. Two boys’ semifinalists, two girls’ semifinalists set. 74th Calhoun County Basketball
This Week’s Calhoun County Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of Jan. 20-25. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or joe@wrightmediacorp.com. 74th Calhoun
Calhoun County Tournament
Calhoun County, AL – Saks boys, Jacksonville Christian boys, Faith Christian girls, Ohatchee girls advance. Games moved to Saturday amid fears of winter weather on
Calhoun County Prep Basketball
Calhoun County, AL – Oxford’s Alexander, Jacksonville’s Nixon, Ohatchee’s Carroll and Zurchin, Spring Garden’s Barber, Randolph County’s Milam heat up on big day for 3-point shooting.
Prep Basketball In Calhoun County
Munford, AL – Anniston boys extend winning streak to 10 games. Piedmont, Faith Christian boys, girls sweep. Top-ranked Spring Garden boys, girls win. Coosa Christian boys
Calhoun County Seedings
Alexandria, AL – Oxford’s boys, girls take top seeds for 2025 Calhoun County basketball tournament. Alexandria boys, Jacksonville girls No. 2. (Updated with pairings) Calhoun
11th Annual Polar Plunge Raises Funds for Venecia’s Foundation
Piedmont, AL – On Saturday, January 4th, the 11th Annual Piedmont Polar Plunge made a splash at the Piedmont Aquatic Center, bringing the community together for
