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07/19/2025

Football, family, and legacy. 🏈
Four local teams hit the field for the first James Blanchard Memorial Passing Camp—honoring a beloved coach and father.

Glencoe’s Coach Bailey Blanchard says this is just the beginning. Plans are already underway to grow the camp into a top summer tradition.
Glencoe High School

07/19/2025

From a shelter closure in Calhoun County to a major drug bust in Heflin—plus everything you need to know about Alabama’s tax-free weekend and school giveaways! 🎒💰
➡️ Oxford football fans, heads up: New security rules are coming.
➡️ Pell City’s Farmers Market is back with fresh finds and “Veggie Bucks” for the kids! 🥬
➡️ Local teams hit the field for the first-ever James Blanchard Memorial Passing Camp—a night of competition and tribute in Glencoe.
➡️ Jacksonville State’s Jackson Phipps is heading to the pros after being drafted by the Oakland A’s! ⚾🙌

Katie Edwards you will be missed, but we know you're where you're supposed to be now. Continue to follow God's will for your life. We wish you and your family the best!

Calhoun County, Alabama Cleburne County Sheriffs Department - Alabama Cleburne County High School Pell City Chamber of Commerce Oxford City Schools Glencoe High School Jacksonville State Gamecocks


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07/18/2025

🏈 EAN Sports Coverage: James Blanchard Memorial Passing Camp 🏈

EAN was on site at Glencoe High School for the 1st Annual James Blanchard Memorial Passing Camp—a day dedicated to competition, skill-building, and honoring Coach Blanchard’s legacy.

The camp brought together 5 schools for a day of 7-on-7 action:

Glencoe

Westbrook Christian

Sand Rock

Spring Garden

Winterboro

📋 Game Highlights:
Game 1: Glencoe vs Sand Rock

Game 2: Sand Rock vs Westbrook Christian

Game 3: Glencoe vs Sand Rock (rematch)

Game 4: Glencoe vs Westbrook Christian

For more details on the camp and a special interview with Bayley Blanchard, tune in to EAN Local News tonight!



Glencoe High School Westbrook Christian School The Spring Garden Network

07/18/2025

From a new commander at the Anniston Army Depot to a $115 million investment in Gadsden—and a bar denied a liquor license after public safety concerns.
City of Jacksonville, Alabama Anniston Army Depot City of Gadsden


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Waldrop Metal Buildings
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Oxford Lumber
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Judd Edwards - State Farm Agent
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Foothills Timber Company
Betty's Bar-B-Q
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07/17/2025

🏈 Local programs are investing in the future this summer. Ohatchee High hosted a youth football camp, and tomorrow night, several teams will take the field for the James Blanchard Memorial Passing Camp. Full details + what coaches are saying
Ohatchee High School Ohatchee Youth Football Glencoe High School


Thank you to Judd Edwards - State Farm Agent for sponsoring EAN local sports.

07/16/2025

🔹 A Birmingham man is arrested after a violent home invasion in Anniston
🔹 Pell City hits pause on new high-density housing developments
🔹 Free box fans available for seniors during this July heat wave
🔹 Plus: Energy-saving tips from Alabama Power and your local forecast with Jon Holder
The Anniston Police Department Calhoun County Sheriff's Office Rainbow City Police Department Pell City Chamber of Commerce City of Lincoln Police Department Alabama Power Hearts of Cleburne

🎤 This afternoon, our summer intern Amelia Baker had the opportunity to speak at the Pell City Rotary Club, sharing the ...
07/15/2025

🎤 This afternoon, our summer intern Amelia Baker had the opportunity to speak at the Pell City Rotary Club, sharing the story behind East Alabama Now (EAN).

She introduced the group to who we are, what we do, and why we’re passionate about it — bringing quality local video news to the communities of East Alabama. With our mission to inform, connect, and uplift, we proudly stand by our motto: “Bridging Our Community.”

Thank you to the Pell City Rotary Club for allowing us to share our vision and connect with local leaders!
Pell City Rotary

07/15/2025

🏈 Faith, Football & Future Stars
16 teams hit the field in Anniston for a 7-on-7 tournament hosted by FCA — mixing competition with character-building and faith.

📣 Hear from Jacksonville’s Jeremy Sullivan and Pleasant Valley’s Jonathan Nix on what this means for their teams heading into fall.
Pleasant Valley High School JHS - Jacksonville High School

07/15/2025

An East Alabama man is facing serious drug and gun charges after a Friday night traffic stop in Falkville.
⚠️ Troopers warn against extreme speeding on I-20
📚 Back-to-school tax-free weekend kicks off Friday
🔥 A lightning strike sparks a house fire in Southside
🐎 A moonlight trail ride draws dozens to McClellan
🛠️ Free landfill day, road closures, and community clean-up events

🏈 In sports: Sixteen high school football teams hit the field for a 7-on-7 tournament in Anniston. We talk to 2 area coaches about their upcoming season.
Alabama Law Enforcement Agency The City of Oxford, Alabama Southwire Southside Fire Department The City of Anniston, Alabama Calhoun County, Alabama Pleasant Valley High School JHS - Jacksonville High School


Thank you to all of our amazing sponsors! Go check them all out below!

Waldrop Metal Buildings
WM Grocery
Oxford Lumber
Pool Doctor Custom Pools
Judd Edwards - State Farm Agent
Buster Miles Kia
CARES Direct Primary Care
Betty's Bar-B-Q
Foothills Timber Company
Couch's Jewelers
Longleaf MediaWorks

07/12/2025

🏈 EAN Post: FCA 7-on-7 Action Recap! 🏈

This past week, FCA hosted two exciting days of 7-on-7 football, bringing together talented teams for some intense summer matchups!

The second day of competition took place at the Rainbow City Sportsplex, where fans got to witness some great action on the field.

Here’s how the matchups played out:
🔥 Game 1: Spring Garden vs. West End
🔥 Game 2: Westbrook Christian vs. Cedar Bluff
🔥 Game 3: Glencoe vs. Appalachian

Each team showed grit and teamwork as they gear up for the upcoming season. Shoutout to FCA for putting on another great event! 💪

07/12/2025

🏈 EAN Sports Recap: FCA 7-on-7 Football Tournament Highlights! 🏈

This past week, FCA hosted two exciting 7-on-7 football events, bringing together top teams from around the region for competitive matchups and team building.

📍EAN was on site at the FCA 7-on-7 Tournament held at the Anniston Aquatic Center, capturing key moments from a day full of action and talent on the field.

Here’s a quick look at the matchups:
🔹 Game 1 – Jacksonville hit the field, kicking off the day with energy.
🔹 Game 2 – St. Clair County battled Ranburne in a close contest.
🔹 Game 3 – Pleasant Valley took on Westbrook Christian in a high-energy game.
🔹 Game 4 – Alexandria matched up against Childersburg to close out the day.

Stay tuned to EAN for more summer football coverage and exclusive highlights from local programs! 💥🏈



JHS - Jacksonville High School Pleasant Valley High School Alexandria High School Valley Cubs Westbrook Christian School Town of Ranburne Anniston High School Home of the Bulldogs

07/12/2025

🏬 Kress Mercantile opens its doors in downtown Anniston, giving local vendors a stylish new home. 🏛️ The old St. Clair County jail is back on the market. 🚿 Alabama-made materials are powering improvements to our state parks. 🧑‍💼 Local entrepreneurs graduate from the GETUP Anniston program. 🛍️ And the World’s Longest Yard Sale is kicking off soon in Gadsden!

Plus, we highlight a unique summer camp blending faith, fun, and performance for local kids.

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