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80-year-old Sylacauga man's body recovered from Logan Martin Lake

TALLADEGA COUNTY, Ala. — An 80-year-old Sylacauga man was found dead Wednesday morning after disappearing while fishing with his brother on Logan Martin Lake. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency said Houston Wilson was operating an 18-foot, 1997 Stratos vessel near the Clear Creek Harbor boat ramp while preparing to dock and load it. Troopers were notified of the missing boater at about 1:06 a.m. and began search and rescue operations.

Pell City, AL · 11h

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Man dies after being found unresponsive at Talladega federal prison

A 57-year-old man died Sunday after he was found unresponsive at the Federal Correctional Institution in Talladega, according to the Federal Bureau of Prisons. Rory C. Maynor was found at about noon on Nov. 8. Employees began life-saving measures and requested emergency medical services. Maynor was taken to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

Talladega, AL · 2d

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Georgia man arrested in Talladega man’s death

A Georgia man has been arrested in connection to a fatal shooting that happened in Talladega on Oct. 25.

Talladega, AL · 1d

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One person killed in shooting on Spring Valley Road near Sylacauga

One person was shot and killed during an altercation at a home on Spring Valley Road near Sylacauga, according to Talladega County Chief Deputy Tubbs. Deputies responded to a call around 2:30 p.m. Tubbs said it appears one person arrived at another person’s home brandishing a firearm, leading to an altercation.

Sylacauga, AL · 2d

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This Underrated Alabama Town Is So Affordable, You’ll Want To Move Immediately

Somewhere between Birmingham and Atlanta, tucked into the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, sits a town that most people drive right past without a second glance, and that is honestly their loss. Anniston, Alabama is the kind of place that rewards the curious, the adventurous, and anyone who has ever...

Anniston, AL · 2d

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Three Hwy 280 dogs have been captured

SYLACAUGA, Ala. – The Greater Birmingham Humane Society and Sylacauga Animal Services have been working together to humanely capture the free-roaming dogs in the area. Three dogs have been recently captured along Highway 280 in Sylacauga. GBHS announced on social media that since fully activating their traps at the...

Sylacauga, AL · 16h

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Student arrested after gun found during search at Oxford High School

OXFORD, Ala. (WBRC) - A high school student was arrested after law enforcement leaders in Oxford said a gun was brought to school. School leaders and resource officers found the gun during a search as soon as the student arrived at school. Classes were not interrupted, police said. Police said...

Oxford, AL · 2d

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Anniston Meth Trafficker Gets 15 Years in Federal Prison on Gun Charges

A federal judge sentenced Logan Chase Turner, 28, to 15 years in federal prison for a methamphetamine trafficking conspiracy and firearms offenses in Alabama.

Anniston, AL · 22h

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EARTH Foundation offering guided tours of new Sylacauga facility

SYLACAUGA, Ala. – The East Alabama Rural Innovation and Training Hub is nearing completion, and local residents will have an opportunity to see the progress firsthand during guided tours offered most Fridays through early January. The EARTH Foundation is inviting business and industry leaders, educators, community partners, and residents...

Sylacauga, AL · 2d

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DLA commits $2 billion to critical materials as Anniston expands defense industrial role

The Defense Logistics Agency is committing $2 billion to securing critical materials for national defense, a nationwide effort that comes as Anniston Army Depot undergoes nearly $1 billion in modernization […] The post DLA commits $2 billion to critical materials as Anniston expands defense industrial role appeared first on 256 Today .

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Honda retools Alabama plant for hybrid engines in $472 million expansion

Lincoln factory gets its biggest Line 1 overhaul since 2001 as Honda shifts U.S. production toward hybrids. Honda’s Alabama Auto Plant in Lincoln is getting one of the most significant renovations in its 25-year history as the automaker pivots toward hybrid vehicles. In a Nov. 9 announcement, Honda said...

Lincoln, AL · 1d

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This Insanely Fun 2,800-Acre Alabama Park Has Over 100 Miles Of Off-Road Trails

Somewhere in Talladega, Alabama, there’s a place where the mud is deep, the trails never end, and your inner daredevil finally gets the green light. Top Trails OHV Park is that place, and once you go, you’ll wonder how you ever spent a weekend any other way. Let’s...

Talladega, AL · 2d

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Questions raised over $30,000 in donations from Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind employee

TALLADEGA, Ala. – The Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind Foundation is facing questions about how a nearly 85-year-old employee with an intellectual disability donated $30,000 to the organization over two years before the charity returned the money. The donations totaled more than a year’s salary. The employee...

Talladega, AL · 1d

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Oxford Boys Basketball Opens Season With Loss to Columbus Despite 23-Point Performance From Latson

Latson has big day, but short-handed Oxford boys open season with loss to Columbus (Miss.) TUPELO, Miss. — Chris Latson scored 23 points, but Oxford’s boys opened the basketball season with a 69-48 loss to Columbus (Miss.). Oxford is coming off of an historic 2025-26 season, which saw the Yellow Jackets win the AHSAA Class […] The post Oxford Boys Basketball Opens Season With Loss to Columbus Despite 23-Point Performance From Latson appeared first on Calhoun Journal .

Oxford, AL · 1d

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Area High Schools Prepare for Busy Week of Football Playoffs, Flag Football and Basketball

High school sports events for area high schools for the week of Nov. 9-14. Coaches, report schedule changes and results to joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Football playoffs FRIDAY, Nov. 13 Class 4A Alexandria (10-1) at Scottsboro (11-0) Cherokee County (8-3) at Leeds (9-1) Class 3A Cleburne County (11-0) at Cordova (8-3) Class 2A Wellborn (9-2) at Fyffe (9-1) […] The post Area High Schools Prepare for Busy Week of Football Playoffs, Flag Football and Basketball appeared first on Calhoun Journal .

Oxford, AL · 1d

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Anniston to Host Annual Veterans Day Ceremony at Centennial Memorial Park on November 11

Anniston, AL – The City of Anniston will recognize the service and sacrifices of military veterans during its annual Veterans Day ceremony on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at Centennial Memorial Park. The ceremony is scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m. Central Time at the park, located at 225 Ken Rollins Way in Anniston. The annual […] The post Anniston to Host Annual Veterans Day Ceremony at Centennial Memorial Park on November 11 appeared first on Calhoun Journal .

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White Plains Boys Claim First Cross Country State Championship with Dominant Class 3A Performance

White Plains’ Garcia and Gutierrez finish first and second, and the Wildcats dominate 3A for first state championship in cross country. MOULTON — So many times a bride’s maid, and now White Plains’ boys’ cross country program is a state champion. Jaiden Garcia and Jovany Gutierrez finished first and second, just six hundredths of a […] The post White Plains Boys Claim First Cross Country State Championship with Dominant Class 3A Performance appeared first on Calhoun Journal .

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Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet Comes to Oxford Performing Arts Center November 10

Oxford, AL – The Oxford Performing Arts Center will host “Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet” on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 7 p.m., bringing a holiday production featuring classical ballet, elaborate costumes, and Tchaikovsky’s well-known musical score to the stage. The performance will take place at the Oxford Performing Arts Center, located at 100 E. Choccolocco […] The post Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet Comes to Oxford Performing Arts Center November 10 appeared first on Calhoun Journal .

Oxford, AL · 1d

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Anniston Runners Club to Host Night Hike at McClellan Trails Tonight

Anniston, AL – The Anniston Runners Club Group and Robert Powers will host a night hike at McClellan Trails on Tuesday, November 10, offering participants an opportunity to enjoy an evening of outdoor exercise. The hike will begin at 5:30 p.m. at the main trailhead of the Fort McClellan Mountain Bike Trail in Anniston. Participants […] The post Anniston Runners Club to Host Night Hike at McClellan Trails Tonight appeared first on Calhoun Journal .

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