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Oxford City Council Finalizes Court Settlement and Hears Dollar General Concerns in May 28 Meeting
Oxford, AL – Oxford held their Regularly called City Council Meeting and Work Session on May 28th, 2024. City Council Meeting Call to Order Councilwoman Hubbard – Present Councilman Gardner – Present Councilman Waits – Present Councilman Henderson – Present Councilman Spurlin – Absent Welcome/Invocation Pledge of Allegiance Approval of Minutes of May 14, 2024 […] The post Oxford City Council Finalizes Court Settlement and Hears Dollar General Concerns in May 28 Meeting appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Award-winning rescue cat takes up residence at Anniston library
ANNISTON, Ala. (WBRC) - If you’re trying to find a way to beat the heat this summer, why not curl up with a good book, and even better, a cool cat? It’s like the mascot at the Public Library of Anniston-Calhoun County. Dewey the library cat, whose name...
2 Alabama men sentenced in health care fraud and kickback conspiracies
Two north Alabama men have been sentenced to federal prison as part of a series of cases involving multi-million-dollar health care fraud and kickback conspiracies. U.S. District Court Judge L. Scott Coogler sentenced Brian Bowman, 42, of Gadsden, to eight years in prison, and Jason Max Akin, 46, of Florence, to three-and-a-half years in prison.
Memorial Day weekend saw six road fatalities in Alabama
MONTGOMERY – Today, Secretary of the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Hal Taylor released the traffic and boating statistics for the 2024 Memorial Day weekend, during which both the Agency’s Highway and Marine Patrol Divisions were actively engaged in enforcement and safety operations throughout the entire holiday period. Between 12:01 a.m. Friday, May 24, and […] The post Memorial Day weekend saw six road fatalities in Alabama appeared first on Valley Times-News.
Jacksonville Library Hosts “2B Wild Wild West Show” with Cowboy Bruce Brannen
Jacksonville, AL – The Jacksonville Library is excited to announce an upcoming event that promises to transport audiences back in time to the era of America’s Western Expansion. On Friday, June 7th, at 2:00 PM, the library will host the “2B Wild Wild West Show,” featuring Cowboy Bruce Brannen. This event is free and open […] The post Jacksonville Library Hosts “2B Wild Wild West Show” with Cowboy Bruce Brannen appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Significant Progress Made on Anniston’s Chief Ladiga Trail Extension
Anniston, AL – The City of Anniston is thrilled to report significant progress on the extension of the Chief Ladiga Trail, a project spearheaded by B&B Developers. Since the groundbreaking ceremony on April 12, the construction team has made substantial headway in various phases of the project, which promises to enhance the community’s recreational infrastructure. […] The post Significant Progress Made on Anniston’s Chief Ladiga Trail Extension appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Yoga and Paint Event at Blackberry Hill Alpaca in Calhoun County
Calhoun County, AL – Residents of Calhoun County are invited to experience a unique and relaxing event combining yoga and art at the beautiful Blackberry Hill Alpacas Weddings & Events on June 8th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Organized by Julie Butler, the Yoga and Paint event promises a serene and creative way to […] The post Yoga and Paint Event at Blackberry Hill Alpaca in Calhoun County appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Jacksonville Library to Host Weekly Lunch Munch Movie Event
Jacksonville, AL – The Jacksonville Library is delighted to announce its upcoming Lunch Munch Movie event, scheduled for Wednesday, June 5th at 12:00 pm. This event is part of the library’s Summer Reading Program and will take place every Wednesday throughout the summer, providing a delightful midday break for community members of all ages. The […] The post Jacksonville Library to Host Weekly Lunch Munch Movie Event appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Oxford Library to Host Book Trivia Event
Oxford, AL – The Oxford Library is excited to announce an engaging and entertaining event for local book lovers: a Book Trivia game set to take place on Wednesday, June 5th, at 2:00 pm. This event invites adults to test their literary knowledge and enjoy an afternoon filled with fun, competition, and community. The Book […] The post Oxford Library to Host Book Trivia Event appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Hobson City Gears Up for a Day of Fun and Fundraising with Harlem Legends
Hobson City, AL – On November 9th, 2024, the vibrant community of Hobson City is set to host an exciting event at the Oxford Civic Center, featuring the renowned Harlem Legends basketball team (many formally Harlem Globetrotters). Organized by the Hobson City Community Enhancement Committee, this event promises to be a day filled with entertainment, […] The post Hobson City Gears Up for a Day of Fun and Fundraising with Harlem Legends appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
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