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Suspicious death investigation underway in Gadsden
The Gadsden Police Department it is investigating a suspicious death Thursday afternoon. The police department said the incident happened at Forrest Ave and S Burns St. People are asked to stay clear of the area while the investigation continues. This story is developing. Updates will be added when they become...
Calhoun County Most Wanted | May 15 2024
Calhoun County, AL – Each week the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office released their current “Most Wanted” list. An “FTA” means that a person failed to appear for a court date and does not necessarily mean guilty of a criminal charge. A “Probation Violation” means that a person has been found guilty of a charge and […] The post Calhoun County Most Wanted | May 15 2024 appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Ashville Police arrest 3 juveniles for attacking man at rest area
ASHVILLE, Ala. (WBRC) - Ashville Police say three juveniles are in custody for attacking a man at the I-59 rest area. The suspects are charged with second-degree assault and second-degree robbery. All three are charged as adults, according to Ashville police. The assault happened May 11. Police say the victim...
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.
58-year-old man robbed, beaten unconscious at Alabama rest stop; 3 teens in custody
Three juveniles are in custody following a weekend attack of a 58-year-old man at a rest area in Ashville. The young suspects – all teens - are charged with second-degree assault and second-degree robbery. They were taken into custody Wednesday. The assault happened Saturday evening at the Interstate 59...
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.
See updates from Thursday AHSAA softball state championship tournament
The Class 5A championship highlights Thursday play at the fourth day of AHSAA softball state championship tournament action at Oxford’s Choccolocco Park. The Class 5A championship is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. at Signature Stadium. Class 2A first round action starts at 9 a.m. while Class 3A begins at 10:45....
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.
Saint James softball survives pitchers duel to take down Piedmont to open state tournament
OXFORD — In a hotly-contested pitchers duel, Saint James emerged with a 2-1 win over Piedmont in the first round of the AHSAA Class 3A state tournament. Saint James advanced in the winner's bracket and will play at 2:30 p.m. on Field 4 vs. Winfield, while Piedmont moves down to the loser's bracket and will play on Field 2 at 2:30 vs. Excel. All games at the AHSAA state tournament take place Choccolocco Park in Oxford....
Alexandria has done it again!
It started Monday and ended last night. Alexandria won game one behind a complete game performance from MVP Andrew Allen. He pitched seven innings only giving up three hits and one earned run. He had eleven strikeouts while issuing three walks… https://youtu.be/9EQ_0AnZMuE The post Alexandria has done it again! appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Lincoln PD searching for missing person last seen May 10
LINCOLN, Ala. (WBMA) — The Lincoln Police Department said it is working to locate a missing person last seen Friday, May 10. The police department said Robbin Terrie Wilson was last seen on Bertie Lane in Lincoln wearing black jogging pants, a black hoodie, white crocs, and diamond stud earrings.
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