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Attorney General Steve Marshall Honors Fallen Officers at Annual C.O.P.S. Candlelight Vigil in Anniston
Anniston, AL – On Saturday evening, the Centennial Memorial Park in Anniston was adorned with flickering candles and somber reflections as the Alabama Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) held their annual candlelight vigil. The event, dedicated to honoring surviving families of law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty, featured Attorney General Steve Marshall […] The post Attorney General Steve Marshall Honors Fallen Officers at Annual C.O.P.S. Candlelight Vigil in Anniston appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Vehicles being transported catch fire on interstate in Oxford
OXFORD, Ala. (WBMA) — Firefighters respond to a commercial vehicle fire on an interstate in Oxford Wednesday evening. The Oxford Fire Department said the cars caught fire east of the 179 Exit on Interstate 20 around 7:30 p.m. The fire department said firefighters have closed all but one lane.
Clay Leads 2024 Calhoun County Golf Tour
Anniston, AL – Clay shoots 69, leads six golfers by one stroke after first-round play in the Anniston City Championship, the first points event of the 2024 Calhoun County Golf Tour. (Includes full first-round scores, Sunday tee times) By Joe Medley CANE CREEK — Even the best of Calhoun County Golf Tour players are people with […] The post Clay Leads 2024 Calhoun County Golf Tour appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Missing Anniston woman located, now safely at home
ANNISTON, Ala. (WBRC) - Anniston police have said that a woman missing since Tuesday evening has been located and it now home safe. Police said 91-year-old Costella Ware had last been seen around 7:40 p.m. Tuesday evening, April 23 near her residence. Get news alerts in the Apple App Store...
Baseball Playoffs for Calhoun County
Calhoun County, AL – With big contributions from younger players, Oxford ‘family’ sweeps way into third-round showdown with Mountain Brook, gets Syer to the church on time. Munford falls to Bibb County. Second round results, pairings CLASS 6A Friday Oxford 7-7, Buckhorn 4-3. Oxford (29-9) advances, will play host to Mountain Brook in third round. CLASS […] The post Baseball Playoffs for Calhoun County appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Special Session of the Anniston City Council April 25, 2024
Anniston, AL – The city of Anniston held a special called City Council meeting on April 25th, 2024. Invocation – Led by Lagina Fillingim with the rMC Foundation Pledge Of Allegiance Call To Order Roll Call Mayor Jack Draper – Present Ward 1 Councilman Jay Jenkins – Present Ward 2 Councilman Demetric D. Roberts […] The post Special Session of the Anniston City Council April 25, 2024 appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Anniston City Championship: ‘Ugly,’ in a Good Way
Anniston, AL – Playing with changes in his bag and changes in his life, Cole continues promising start to 2024 Calhoun County Tour with victory in Anniston City Championship. By Joe Medley CANE CREEK — Ty Cole acknowledges making life “changes” recently. If his start to the 2024 Calhoun County Golf Tour indicates anything, the […] The post Anniston City Championship: ‘Ugly,’ in a Good Way appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Doktor Kaboom to Bring Explosive Science and Entertainment to Oxford Performing Arts Center
Oxford, AL – On Monday, May 6th, at 6:00 pm, Oxford Performing Arts Center will play host to an electrifying blend of science and entertainment as Doktor Kaboom takes the stage. Created by David Epley, Doktor Kaboom promises an evening of laughter, learning, and explosive experiments. David Epley’s journey into the world of science entertainment […] The post Doktor Kaboom to Bring Explosive Science and Entertainment to Oxford Performing Arts Center appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Two Shootings in Anniston May be Related
Anniston, AL – On April 29, 2024 at approximately 7:30 pm, the Anniston Police Department was notified about a possible shots fired call in the area of 3300 Eulaton Rd. in Anniston (Wellborn area). Police officers were dispatched and upon arrival they located three victims that had sustained injuries. An adult male, 23, was suffering […] The post Two Shootings in Anniston May be Related appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Calhoun County Commission April 25th, 2024 Meeting Highlights
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Commission held a regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, April 11th, 2024 Call To Order Fred Wilson – Present Chairman Danny Shears – Present Carolyn Henderson – Present Terry Howell – Present Lee Patterson – Absent Invocation/Pledge Of Allegiance Adopt Agenda – Unanimously Approved Elected Official/Department Head Comments – None Adopt Minutes – Unanimously […] The post Calhoun County Commission April 25th, 2024 Meeting Highlights appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Missing woman found in Georgia
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WBMA) — Update: Nathia Thomas was found safe in Georgia on April 29, 2024. he Tuscaloosa Police Department are asking for the public's help to locate a missing person. The police department said 28-year-old Nathia Lashai Thomas was last heard from Saturday, April 27. Thomas' parents planned...
2024 AHSAA softball playoffs: Area tournament schedule, time, location
AHSAAsoftball area tournaments begin this weekend across all classifications. Area tournaments are hosted by the regular season area champion and will start Friday with all games completed by Monday. The winner and runner-up from each area will advance to regionals which begin on May 6. The state tournament is set for May 13-16 in Oxford.
UAH walks off Valdosta State to open GSC Tournament
OXFORD, Ala. | The UAH softball team opened play at the 2024 Gulf South Conference Softball Championships with a thrilling 2-1 walk-off victory over fifth-seeded Valdosta State on Wednesday afternoon at Choccolocco Park. UAH improves to 38-14, while VSU slides to 29-22. The Chargers move on to play the winner...
Oxford Fire Department Responds Swiftly to Commercial Vehicle Fire on I-20
Oxford, AL – On Wednesday evening, the Oxford Fire Department sprang into action following reports of a commercial vehicle fire just east of the 179 Exit on Interstate 20. The incident, which occurred around 7:30 p.m., prompted a rapid response from firefighters, who swiftly worked to contain the blaze and ensure the safety of all travelers […] The post Oxford Fire Department Responds Swiftly to Commercial Vehicle Fire on I-20 appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
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