Piedmont News
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
Piedmont to Host 4th Annual Independence Day Celebration at Sports Complex
Piedmont, AL – The Piedmont Arts & Entertainment Committee is excited to announce the 4th Annual Independence Day Celebration, set to take place on Saturday,
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
Unified Visions: Celebrating Community and Progress at the 2024 State of the Cities in Oxford
Oxford, AL – Last Friday, community members gathered on the second floor of the Oxford Civic Center for the annual State of the Cities event.
New Mural in Piedmont by Artist Tiffany Beal
Piedmont, AL – If you’re going to Piedmont in the near future, check out the new mural. A few months ago, artist Tiffany Beal addressed the
Fundraiser for Veterans with Patriotic Wreath-Making Event in Piedmont
Piedmont, AL – On Saturday, June 22, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Main Street South and Garner Lane Designs are hosting a special event in
End of an Era in Piedmont
Piedmont, AL – Smith steps down as Piedmont softball coach, bringing end to highly successful family run with Bulldogs. Strott promoted. Editor’s note: East Alabama Sports
May 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 Addresses Community Concerns and Approves Key Measures, Previews Southern Railroad Museum Renovations
Piedmont, AL – City of Piedmont Council Regular Meeting During the Tuesday afternoon Piedmont City Work Session Mayor Baker brought up Piedmont resident Lamar Chasteen. First,
Local Law Enforcement Provide Updates State of Law Enforcement in Calhoun County Event
Calhoun County – Local law enforcement agencies gathered yesterday, May 30th, at the CMP in Anniston for an annual event aimed at providing updates on their
Piedmont’s Mother-Daughter Duo Caps Off Season with Area Title and State Berth
Piedmont, AL – Last ride for Piedmont’s mother-daughter tandem nets another area title, county runner-up finish, fourth consecutive state berth and top 1A-3A county honors. 2024
Piedmont’s Mohon and Deerman Lead All-Calhoun County Baseball Team
Piedmont, AL – Class 1A-3A All-Calhoun County player of the year Mohon, coach of the year Deerman help Piedmont continue remarkable run of consistency. 2024 Class
Piedmont City Honors Officer of the Year and Discusses Community Matters: May 21, 2024
Piedmont, AL – During the Tuesday afternoon Piedmont City Work Session Mayor Baker brought Police Chief Nathan Johnson to the podium for some presentations. First, Chief
Ninth Annual Alabama Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony Honors Fallen Officers in Anniston
Anniston, AL – The Ninth Annual Alabama Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony was held today at Centennial Memorial Park in Anniston, honoring the brave officers who
State Softball
Alexandria falls one game short of Class 5A finals. Piedmont, Pleasant Valley each goes 1-2 as Bulldogs complete fourth consecutive state-tourney run and Raiders complete
Calhoun County Softball Regionals
Alberville, AL – Pleasant Valley punches ticket to state as regional champion, and Piedmont earns fourth consecutive state berth in final day of East Regional
