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Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Commission held a regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, May 23rd, 2024. This meeting was followed by a reception for County Administrator Mark Tyner   Call To Order Fred Wilson – Present Chairman Danny Shears – Present Carolyn Henderson – Present Terry Howell – Present Lee Patterson – Present Invocation/Pledge Of Allegiance Adopt […] The post Mark Tyner’s Departure: Highlights from the Calhoun County Commission Meeting – May 23, 2024 appeared first on Calhoun Journal.

An anonymous tipster has some money headed their way after providing information that led to the arrest of a wanted fugitive. Central Alabama Crime Stoppers says Alexander Morgan was arrested on May 13, 2024 thanks to a tip. Morgan was wanted for a probation violation for unlawful possession of a...

2024 Jacksonville State college football season preview with quick breakdowns, the best players, keys to the season, and prediction with projected win total.

Anniston, AL — Get ready to celebrate the fascinating world of reptiles and amphibians at Herp Fest 2024! This exciting event takes place on Saturday, June 1st, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Longleaf Event Center. Herp Fest promises a fun-filled day for the whole family, featuring crafts, face painting, educational presentations, live […] The post Herp Fest 2024: Celebrate and Appreciate Our Slimy and Scaly Friends in Anniston appeared first on Calhoun Journal.

Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University (Jax State) School of Nursing is proud to announce the reaffirmation of accreditation for its nursing programs by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). This accreditation, extended until June 30, 2034, covers Jax State’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), and Doctor […] The post Jacksonville State University School of Nursing Reaffirms Accreditation appeared first on Calhoun Journal.

Anniston, AL – On Monday, May 27, 2024, at 10:30 a.m., American Legion Post 111 from Oxford, Alabama, will be holding a Memorial Day Ceremony at the Fort McClellan Military Cemetery in Anniston. The event is open to the public and aims to honor the fallen members of the Armed Forces. The ceremony will include […] The post Oxford American Legion Post 111 to Host Memorial Day Ceremony at Fort McClellan Military Cemetery appeared first on Calhoun Journal.

May 24, 1949, in The Star: Three Calhoun County High School students have been announced as winners in the 1949 National Commercial Contest for their record in typing, school Principal H. T. Stanford announced. They were second-year typists Bobby Dean Saxon, a senior, and Billie Wayne Hawkins, a junior, and as the first-year certificate winner, Callie Williams, a junior. To compete in the contest, students were given typing tests which were timed, checked and witnessed. Typing speed had to average more than 40 words per minute. This is the first year Calhoun County High School has entered the contest.

May 25, 1949, in The Star: Anniston city detectives today arrested a Birmingham traveling salesman, who was said to have in his possession an “enormous quantity” of obscene literature. Anniston High School Principal John J. Nash, who has been working closely with city police in an effort to halt the distribution of obscene books and pictures in local schools, identified the confiscated material as being similar to some previously discovered circulating among school students. Police chief Lawrence Peek said the arrest of the 40-year-old traveling grocery salesman was the result of a two-month campaign to end the sale and distribution of such matter in Anniston. Police indicated that the suspect was essentially a wholesaler to others who in turn would serve as outlets for material’s sale at the street level. Also this date: Friends and family today are mourning the death yesterday afternoon of the Rev. Harold Lofton Rhodes, 29-year-old son of the DeArmanville postmaster. Rev. Rhodes was a chaplain in the war — during some of the worst fighting in the European theater — and a onetime graduate student at Harvard University. Described by DeArmanville neighbors as a “peach of a fellow,” Rev. Rhodes was said to be a “serious type” who also “always saw the humorous side of things.” At the time of his death he was on leave from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Locally, he was a graduate of Calhoun County High School in Oxford. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wiley H. Rhodes, and by six brothers.

Jacksonville, AL – The Jacksonville Parks & Recreation Department, in collaboration with the City of Jacksonville, Alabama, is set to host a board game night on Friday, May 31st, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The event will take place at the Jacksonville Community Center, located at 501 A Alexandria Road SW, Jacksonville, AL, 36265. […] The post Jacksonville to Host All-Ages Board Game Night appeared first on Calhoun Journal.

Former Jacksonville State defensive end Chris Hardie has committed to Ole Miss, according to his representatives at A&P Sports Agency. The 6-foot-2, 270-pound Hardie was a first-team All-Conference USA pick in 2023, when he totaled 61 tackles, 16 tackles for loss and 8.5 sacks for the Gamecocks. The Vincent native has one season of eligibility remaining.

Calhoun County, AL – Dr. Jose Reyes, Superintendent of Calhoun County Schools, has announced he will soon be departing from Calhoun County. Though his tenure was short he is leaving behind a legacy of respect and impact as he transitions to a new role as Superintendent of Alexander City Schools. The announcement was made official […] The post Calhoun County Superintendent Dr. Jose Reyes Announces Plans for Departure appeared first on Calhoun Journal.

ANNISTON, Ala. (WBRC) - Anniston Water Works employees are working to repair a water main break as quickly as possible. Wednesday afternoon, May 22, a leak on a main line was reported to the Anniston Water Works by neighbors along Wilmer Avenue. After an investigation, crews discovered the line break....

The city is asking motorists to avoid South Wilmer Avenue and A-Street in south Anniston due to a water main break. Due to the size of the break in the 24 inch water main, this portion of the road will be closed until further notice, according to the Anniston Water Works & Sewer Board.

Calhoun County, AL – I grow a continuance summer supply of green leafy vegetables. With hot summer temperatures you might ask, how? Once my cucumber & green bean vines start creating vertical shade by growing up trellises, they become umbrella leaves. I sow seeds under these leaves in the ground to shelter lettuce, kale, spinach […] The post Calhoun County Gardening: Beat the Heat: How to Grow a Summer-Long Supply of Green Leafy Vegetables appeared first on Calhoun Journal.

A strong storm has formed just northwest of Gadsden. It is moving northeast at 25-30 mph. Lots of heavy rain and lightning. Winds could gust to 50 mph as well. Hail could reach size of nickels. Other storms are over parts of St. Clair County and Calhoun County. Other storms...

Anniston, AL – The city of Anniston held the regular scheduled work session and city council meeting on May 7th, 2024.   Work Session Board Applications Alice Easley-Parks, Recreation and Beautification Board Johnny Byrd- Parks, Recreation and Beautification Board Maggie Burn Owens- Parks, Recreation and Beautification Board Barry Twigg- Parks, Recreation and Beautification Board Grant […] The post Anniston City Council Meeting Highlights – May 21st, 2024 appeared first on Calhoun Journal.

After entering the transfer portal at the beginning of the month, a former Georgia Bulldogs safety has joined a new team. Patrick Taylor announced via his X account that he has joined the Jacksonville State Gamecocks. Taylor joined the Bulldogs as a preferred walk-on in 2020. He is listed at 5-foot-11, 170 pounds, and has experience playing at both safety and cornerback. He played high school football at Johns Creek in Alpharetta, Georgia, where he was an all-region and all-state cornerback. Taylor saw the field in three games in 2023 for UGA, getting three tackles in the process. Taylor also had offers from Troy and Austin Peay. In joining the Gamecocks, he joins a team entering its second year in the Football Bowl Subdivision and coming off a nine-win season in 2023. The head coach is Rich Rodriguez, a long-time Power Five level coach at Michigan, West Virginia and Arizona.   COMMITTED🐔 @CoachLOlson @JaxStateFB pic.twitter.com/Sg453WEntX — Patrick Taylor (@Patrick_Taylor6) May 23, 2024 Taylor has two years of eligibility remaining.