Oxford
LATEST NEWS
Two-Vehicle Crash Causes Road Blockage in Calhoun County
Calhoun County, AL – A two-vehicle crash occurred at approximately 3:16 p.m. on Friday, May 24, causing significant disruption on Alabama 9. The northbound lane of the highway is completely blocked and will remain so for an undetermined amount of time. Troopers from the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division are on the […] The post Two-Vehicle Crash Causes Road Blockage in Calhoun County appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Workers at an electric bus plant in Anniston unionized and won double-digit raises
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... On May 16, the Communications Workers of America announced that workers at the New Flyer electric bus plant in Anniston had successfully unionized and ratified their first union contract. Around 600 New Flyer workers joined the International Union of Electronic, Electrical, Salaried, Machine, and Furniture Workers, the industrial division of the CWA.
Oxford American Legion Post 111 held its Armed Forces Day ceremony this past weekend.
Armed Forces Day 2024 was celebrated by a local veterans group this weekend. People who want to become teachers now have an apprenticeship program all their own, and a local development group receives national attention. Kevin Anderson is filling in for Jon Holder for weather this week and his forecast is right here. Signing day […] The post Oxford American Legion Post 111 held its Armed Forces Day ceremony this past weekend. appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Out of the Shadows Summit Sheds Light on Mental Health Awareness in Oxford
Oxford, AL – This past Friday, the city of Oxford was the site of an enlightening and empowering event aimed at raising awareness about mental health issues. The Out of the Shadows Summit, hosted at the Oxford Civics Center, brought together a diverse array of professionals and community members to discuss, learn, and advocate for […] The post Out of the Shadows Summit Sheds Light on Mental Health Awareness in Oxford appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Bear spotted near ballpark in Oxford
OXFORD, Ala. — The police chief in Oxford has issued a "BEAR ALERT." According to a Facebook post from Oxford police Chief Bill Partridge, the bear was spotted going into the woods off of Bruce Street headed towards Recreation Drive. This content is imported from Facebook. You may be...
Northwest Florida advances to NJCAA Quarterfinal
OXFORD, AL. (WMBB) – The Northwest Florida State softball team shut out Pima (AZ) 7-0 on Tuesday afternoon, advancing to the NJCAA Tournament Quarterfinals. The Raiders improved to 56-4 and will face Wallace State (AL) on Wednesday, May 22, at 3:00 CDT.
State Rep. Barbara Boyd Hospitalized After Serious Car Accident
Calhoun County, AL – Longtime state Representative Barbara Boyd, D-Anniston, remains hospitalized after sustaining serious injuries in a car accident on May 9, officials reported on Wednesday. “She’s improving and resting,” said Rep. Randy Wood, R-Anniston, regarding his colleague from Calhoun County. He did not provide additional details, honoring the Boyd family’s request for privacy. […] The post State Rep. Barbara Boyd Hospitalized After Serious Car Accident appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Blue Map Couple
Alexandria, AL – Mutually supportive relationship helps Alexandria’s Zac, Whitney Welch put coveted AHSAA trophies in alma mater’s case. By Joe Medley Zac and Whitney Welch came up in a high school culture where individual understatement equals ethic but team championships never go understated. As of this week, they became a rare “Blue Map” couple. […] The post Blue Map Couple appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Weaver May 24 2024 Answer Today (5/24/24)
Weaver is another take on the popular word game Wordle. The premise is somewhat similar to most alternatives, but in this game you are looking to figure out how you can ladder from one word to another! If you are wondering what the solution is for Weaver 5/24/24 then we’ll be providing it for you in this guide!
City of Anniston remembers fallen officers with memorial service
ANNISTON, Ala. (WBRC) - The Alabama Law Enforcement Memorial Service was held in Anniston on Friday, May 17. Agencies from across the state came out to celebrate and remember the men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Chief Michael Barton of Jacksonville State University...
2nd Annual Walter Wellborn Summerfest Triumphs Over Weather Concerns
Anniston, AL – Despite an overcast sky and the looming threat of storms, the 2nd Annual Walter Wellborn Summerfest turned out to be a resounding success this past Saturday. Held at Wellborn Park in Anniston, the event drew community members for a day filled with excitement and camaraderie, all while raising much-needed funds for the Wellborn […] The post 2nd Annual Walter Wellborn Summerfest Triumphs Over Weather Concerns appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Dynamite Dozen: Ranking the top 12 players from the 2024 AHSAA state baseball finals
The 2024 high school baseball season came to a close last week in Jacksonville. Six of the seven AHSAA baseball series went a full three games in a week filled with clutch performances and dramatic finishes. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on...
Gadsden State’s Anniston Ayers and Gadsden Wallace Drive Campuses Honor Outstanding Students
Anniston and Gadsden, AL — Gadsden State Community College recently celebrated its 58th annual Honors Day at the Pierce Cain Learning Resource Center, specifically recognizing the achievements of students from the Ayers Campus and the Wallace Drive Campus. The ceremony, part of a two-day event that also included students from the Gadsden and Centre campuses, highlighted […] The post Gadsden State’s Anniston Ayers and Gadsden Wallace Drive Campuses Honor Outstanding Students appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Georgia RB Andrew Paul announces transfer destination
Georgia Bulldogs running back Andrew Paul entered the transfer portal after having an impressive spring with Georgia. Now, Paul has announced his plans to transfer to the Jacksonville State Gamecocks. Paul previously visited the Michigan Spartans on April 20, so it is a bit of a surprise that he opted to transfer to Jacksonville State. Paul should be set to receive a ton of carries are Jacksonville State. Paul put together a strong performance in Georgia’s spring game, recording four carries for 44 rushing yards. We projected Paul as Georgia’s No. 3 or No. 4 running back before he left the Bulldogs. Paul, a former three-star recruit, was expected to receive carries as part of Georgia’s running backs rotation. The Dallas, Texas, product accumulated 129 rushing yards and a touchdown on 29 carries in 2023. Paul missed the 2022 season with a torn ACL and is finally looking healthy. 247Sports ranks Andrew Paul as a three-star transfer. He is ranked as the No. 684 player in the transfer portal and the No. 62 running back.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.