Piedmont News
Playoff Scoreboard
Calhoun County, AL – Friday’s statewide playoff scores, as gathered by the Alabama Sports Writers Association, plus next-round playoff pairings. Friday’s scores CLASS 7A SEMIFINALS
Piedmont to Semis
Piedmont, AL – Piedmont comes up with two key stops, including two-point conversion try in overtime, edges Fyffe to reach Class 3A semifinals. Quarterfinal scores FRIDAY,
City Of Piedmont Council Regular Meeting
Piedmont, AL – During the Tuesday evening Piedmont City Work Session, Mayor Bill Baker brought up Ryan Shubird CPA from Jackson Thornton in Montgomery, Alabama. First,
Playoff Roundup
Stevenson, AL – Forrest delivers game-winning field goal after Alexandria weathers North Jackson comeback. Anniston, Cherokee County advance. Unbeaten Oxford, Piedmont, Spring Garden cruise to
Breaking Through
Piedmont, AL – Former Piedmont standout Foster realizing potential at Louisiana Tech, eyes Conference USA showdown with Jax State. By Joe Medley Jakari Foster answers challenges.
October 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 Prep Football
Calhoun County, AL – Jacksonville wins thriller over rival Anniston. Oxford, Piedmont, Spring Garden finish regular season unbeaten. Donoho runs winning streak to four games. White
Rare of Breed to Perform Live at Clyde H. Pike Civic Center in Piedmont, AL
Piedmont, AL – The Clyde H. Pike Civic Center will come alive with an evening of heartfelt music and inspiration on Thursday, November 7, as
Calhoun County Prep Football
Calhoun County, AL – Pleasant Valley clinches first home playoff game of regions era. Piedmont fights off scare at Weaver. Cherokee County, Hokes Bluff, Anniston, Donoho,
Piedmont Native Cara Archer Realizes Dream of Studying Abroad in South Korea
Jacksonville, AL – For Cara Archer, a 23-year-old senior marketing major from Piedmont, the dream of traveling abroad always seemed just out of reach. The
City Of Piedmont Council Regular Meeting
Piedmont, AL – During the Tuesday evening Piedmont City Council meeting, Mayor Bill Baker informed the Council the operational expenses for the past 2 weeks
Calhoun County Prep Football
Calhoun County, AL – Sparks stars as Pleasant Valley improves to 6-2. Alexandria extends winning streak to four games. Piedmont, Spring Garden remain unbeaten. Weaver wins
Prep Volleyball in Calhoun County
Calhoun County, AL – Alexandria, Jacksonville, Pell City mark senior night with victories. Weaver tops Coosa Christian. Faith Christian, Piedmont split trimatches. ALEXANDRIA — Fresh
Calhoun County Holds Meeting to Address EMS Future and Challenges
Oxford, AL – This week, Calhoun County hosted a county-wide meeting to discuss the current and future state of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in the region.
Greenwood County Health Department Hosts Flu Shot Event at Piedmont Church
Piedmont, AL – The Greenwood County Health Department will be holding a flu vaccination event at Piedmont Church on October 10th, from 2:00 to 2:30 PM.
Venecia’s Foundation Benefit Ride and CRAP Run Draws Supporters to Piedmont
Piedmont, AL – This past Saturday, Piedmont, Alabama, saw an outpouring of support for a cause close to many hearts as people gathered for Venecia’s Foundation’s
Piedmont Declares ‘We’re back, baby!’
Piedmont, AL – Piedmont turns highly billed battle of unbeaten teams and 3A, Region 6 powers into a rout, improves to 10-2 after last year’s
City Of Piedmont Council Regular Meeting
Piedmont, AL – During the Tuesday evening Piedmont City Council meeting, Mayor Bill Baker informed the Council the operational expenses for the past 2 weeks were
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT FOR PIEDMONT POLICE OFFICER!!!
The Piedmont Police Department is now accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. Minimum requirements for this position include, but are not limited to:
2024 Chief Ladiga Marching Festival to Take Place in Piedmont
Piedmont, AL – The annual Chief Ladiga Marching Festival, hosted by the Piedmont Band Boosters, is set to showcase the region’s most talented high school
Calhoun County Prep Roundup
Calhoun County, AL – Hokes Bluff, Oxford, Piedmont, Wellborn remain unbeaten. Alexandria, Handley, Ohatchee, Pleasant Valley, Saks, Westbrook Christian, White Plains victorious. Cover photo: Area scoreboard
Venecia’s Foundation Hosts 2nd Annual Ride Benefit in Piedmont
Piedmont, AL – The 2nd Annual Venecia’s Ride Benefit is scheduled for October 5, 2024, in Piedmont, AL, to raise funds for Venecia’s Foundation, an organization
Prep Roundup
Mountain Brook – Conversion pass lifts unbeaten Oxford over Mountain Brook (video). Austin steps in a QB to help Piedmont roll past Westbrook Christian. Newton’s big
Piedmont City Council Receives Community Appreciation Awards, Approves Key City Improvements During Meeting
Piedmont, AL – During the Tuesday evening Piedmont City Work Session, Police Chief Nathan Johnson took to the podium with a surprise presentation. Chief Johnson presented
Piedmont Police Investigate Domestic Shooting, Suspect Charged with Murder
Piedmont, AL – Officers with the Piedmont Police Department responded to a shooting incident on Hughes Street, where a woman was found critically injured following
August 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 Pinto Power
Piedmont, AL – Big-play player’s big plays, stout defense help Piedmont blow it open in region victory over Ohatchee. By Shannon Fagan WEIS Sports Director Even
Prep Volleyball in Calhoun County
Calhoun County, AL – Ohatchee opens area play with straight-sets victory. Donoho, Cherokee County sweep. Saks, Weaver, Jacksonville, Munford victorious. Oxford, Faith Christian split. PIEDMONT
Piedmont Hires New Fire Chief
Piedmont, AL – The Piedmont City Council approved the hiring of Todd Kirkland to fill the position of Fire Chief. Kirkland comes from the Anniston
Calhoun County Prep Roundup
Calhoun County, AL – Donoho, first-year Falcons coach Smith taste winning for the first time in a while. Wellborn goes on the road to bag region
Calhoun County Prep Volleyball
Calhoun County, AL – Ohatchee rallies from two-set deficit to beat Donoho. Alexandria, Faith Christian, Munford, Oxford and Piedmont sweep tri-matches. OHATCHEE — In
Wilson’s Will
Centre, AL – With big assist from Pinto, Bethel, Piedmont’s second-year starting quarterback passes for 391 yards and five touchdowns as Bulldogs outlast Cherokee County.
Piedmont City Council Regular Meeting
Piedmont, AL – During the Tuesday afternoon Piedmont City Council meeting, Mayor Bill Baker informed the Council the operational expenses for the past two weeks were
Calhoun County Prep Roundup
Calhoun County, AL – Jacksonville, Ohatchee, Piedmont, Saks score victories during six-team jamboree at White Plains. Oxford, Cherokee County victorious. JCA falls in regular-season opener By
Piedmont Football
Piedmont, AL – Piedmont ‘light years’ ahead of where it was this time in 2023, enters Miller’s second season as its head coach looking to build
July 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 Approves Operational Expenses, Paving Projects, and Departmental Purchases at Regular Meeting
Piedmont, AL – During the Regular meeting, Mayor Baker informed the Council of the operational expenses for the past three weeks we’re $1,063,333.21 which included three
Every Word from Calhoun County Media Day
Videos from press conferences for all 13 teams that participated in Friday’s Calhoun County Quarterback Club Media Day activities at Anniston Country Club. For
Media Day in Calhoun County
Anniston, AL – Answers to why some don’t transfer, why NIL looms over Alabama high school sports, why colorful new helmets and why colorful nicknames.
Piedmont Police Department Issues Scam Alert: Impersonating Police Officers
The Piedmont Police Department has issued a warning to residents about a new scam involving individuals impersonating police officers. Scammers are spoofing the department’s phone
Piedmont Welcomes New Trash Truck and Dump Truck with Excitement
Piedmont, AL – Mayor Bill Baker of Piedmont was very excited about their new city trash truck that came Thursday. City officials plan to keep this
Piedmont City Council Addresses Worker Shortage, Approves Key Resolutions, and Plans Civic Center Renovations
Piedmont, AL – During the Tuesday afternoon Piedmont City Work Session Mayor Baker brought up Piedmont Street and Sanitation Supervisor Tim Frost to discuss the situation
PIedmont Honors ‘Coach B’
Piedmont, AL – Blanchard, long-time defensive coordinator under Smith and major factor in their run of success at Piedmont, succumbs to cancer. By Joe Medley James
Charity Event Unites First Responders Across Calhoun County to Show Up for Weaver’s Volunteer Fire Department
Anniston, AL – A recent charity event brought together fire departments and police departments from across Calhoun County to raise funds for the Weaver Volunteer Fire
Piedmont 7-on-7
Piedmont, AL – Handley tops Spring Garden in finals for second year in a row in annual Piedmont 7-on-7 tournament. By Shannon Fagan Handley continued
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall Announces 2024 Safe Schools Initiative Awards Application Process
Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the opening of the application process for the 2024 Alabama Safe Schools Initiative Awards. This award
City of Piedmont Now Officially Owns Fagan Park
Piedmont, AL –The Mayor of Piedmont Bill Baker told the public that the City of Piedmont now officially owns Fagan Park. Baker, using his Facebook
June 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
Attempted Murder in Piedmont
Piedmont, AL – On July 2, 2024, officers met with a victim of an attempted murder at the Piedmont Police Department. The victim was able to
Piedmont Police Chief, Nathan Johnson, Honored in Marquis Who’s Who for Public Service Achievement
Piedmont, AL – Chief Johnson, Chief of Police at the Piedmont Police Department, has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who. This prestigious recognition is
