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Weather causes schedule changes to AHSAA softball and baseball finals: See updated schedule here
OXFORD — The final day of the AHSAA spring sport season will have some shakeup due to weather in the forecast. There are still three Blue Map Trophies to hand out in Class 6A baseball and Classes 2A and 3A softball. Hillcrest is looking to take one out of two possible games against Hartselle to win a Blue Map in baseball while softball still has four teams alive in each bracket. Opp in Class 3A and...
Stabbing in Weaver Leaves One Hospitalized and One Arrested in Anniston
Weaver, AL – On Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at approximately 11:10 am the Weaver Police Department received a call requesting officers to the area of the 200 block of Blue Bird Drive, in the Weaver police jurisdiction, regarding a possible aggravated assault. Upon arrival officers located a 43 year old victim of an apparent stabbing. […] The post Stabbing in Weaver Leaves One Hospitalized and One Arrested in Anniston appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Alexandria Champions Walk
Alexandria, AL – Alexandria honors its state-championship baseball, girls’ golf teams with trophy walk following academic awards. Alexandria’s newly minted state championship baseball and girls’ golf teams will soon have a “ball on the wall” in Larry R. Ginn Gymnasium, but they they took their walk of champions Friday. As Queen’s “We Are The […] The post Alexandria Champions Walk appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Corporal Miranda Groth Honored as Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office 2023 CrimeStoppers Officer of the Year
Calhoun County, AL – Central Alabama CrimeStoppers has awarded Corporal Miranda Groth the title of Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office 2023 CrimeStoppers Officer of the Year, recognizing her exceptional contributions to law enforcement and public safety. Calhoun County Sheriff Matthew Wade praised Corporal Groth for her exemplary service and professional growth. “It is my honor to […] The post Corporal Miranda Groth Honored as Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office 2023 CrimeStoppers Officer of the Year appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Jacksonville Police Stats 5/5/24 – 5/12/24
Jacksonville, AL – The Jacksonville Police Department has shared the weekly stats for the dates of 5/5/24 – 5/12/24. There were a total of 211 answered calls for service. There were 45 criminal incident/offense reports taken. There were nine felony arrests made and 11 misdemeanor arrests. There were three traffic accidents, 191 traffic stops, and […] The post Jacksonville Police Stats 5/5/24 – 5/12/24 appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Jacksonville State adds former Georgia running back from transfer portal for 2024
Jacksonville State beefed up its ground game on Friday, getting a transfer commitment from former Georgia running back Andrew Paul. Paul (5-foot-11, 218 pounds) totaled 129 yards and a touchdown in seven games for the Bulldogs in 2023. He redshirted as a true freshman, leaving him with three years of eligibility remaining.
AHSAA baseball and softball tournament play continues
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Another full day of postseason play in Jacksonville and Oxford for our local baseball and softball teams in the AHSAA tournament. Some of our teams walked away with state titles while some seasons came to an end. No. 2 Thomasville defeated Westbrook Christian 8-7 in the...
Pisgah softball extracts revenge, advances in AHSAA state tournament with win vs. Pleasant Valley
OXFORD — Pisgah softball extracted revenge on Pleasant Valley and extended its season in one game. The Eagles earned a 9-1 win over the Raiders on Thursday at Choccolocco Park. Pisgah will now face the winner of Zion Chapel and Hatton at 9 a.m. Friday on Field 1. The Raiders beat the Eagles in the East Regional final last week to earn the no. 1 qualifier spot.
State representative injured in May 9 car wreck
While driving back from the most recent legislative session in Montgomery, a local state representative was injured in a car wreck. On Thursday, May 9, a drunk driver was said to have struck three cars at the intersection of U.S. 431 and Alabama 21, including one occupied by Rep. Barbara Boyd, D-Anniston. According to Boyd’s son, Frank, she received internal injuries. Frank said others involved in the incidents were also injured but details are unknown.
Wicksburg powers through to 2A title victory
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. (WTVY) - A late announced move from Choccolocco Park in Oxford to the campus of Jacksonville State University did not stop the Wicksburg Lady Panthers from doing what they did the majority of the day on Thursday, and that is produce a dominant win to capture the 2A State Softball Championship.
Things Work Out in Jacksonville
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville’s Hammack, Sawyer and Peeler find their opportunity to compete in college … or, more like, opportunity found them. By Joe Medley A day on the virtual range led to Reagan Hammack’s chance to play college golf. Gavin Peeler and girlfriend Lizah Sawyer found their way to compete for the same college. All […] The post Things Work Out in Jacksonville appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
City to seek up to $15 million federal grant for East Gadsden
The City of Gadsden has been aggressive in going after federal grants, and it plans to take a shot at a massive one. City officials at Tuesday's pre-City Council work session signaled that they will seek an Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program construction grant of up to $15 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation, targeting East Gadsden.
Look Back ... to the carnival setting up, 1949
May 16, 1949, in The Star: Last night, while Anniston slept, a midway was born. It started at 10 p.m. when a special train brought the Endy Brothers Railroad Shows to this city, where they will appear all this week at the circus grounds under the auspices of the Shrine Club. Upon arrival at the West 10th Street crossing, the unloading process swung into action, resulting in the removal of red wagons off of 35 flat cars, while a special detail of Anniston police waved auto traffic through between wagons with exceptional efficiency. Two hours later, the 82 show wagons had been hauled to the show grounds and spotted at pre-arranged locations on the 3,000-foot midway. Also removed from flat cars were three huge Diesel plants which soon spread a warm glow of light over the 40 acres of the circus grounds. At 7 o’clock tonight, the 75 separate attractions of Endy Brothers Shows will be unveiled to the public.
Championship 7: Ranking Thursday’s standouts from AHSAA tournaments
Another hectic and exhilarating day at Oxford and Jacksonville produced multiple performances worthy of highlighting – but we’re only supposed to pick a Championship 7. Jasper won its first state softball championship and Ariton took its second state baseball title. Corner captured its first baseball championship late, too, and we did select one of the Yellow Jackets based on the second game of the series that set up the chance for the crown. And, we had to include heroics from two games that were still under the lights Wednesday in the 1A softball and the 7A baseball championships – because they were outstanding.
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