The Calhoun Journal

03/15/2026

Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Property Crimes, Seeks Public Assistance

Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating recent property crimes and is calling on the public for help. By encouraging community involvement, the Sheriff’s Office hopes to improve public safety and hold those accountable for these criminal activities. ...

03/15/2026

Jacksonville State University Victory Center Prepares Care Packages for Veterans in Regional Facilities

Jacksonville, AL – As originally reported by Brett Buckner with JSU’s media department, more than 100 military veterans living in nursing homes and assisted living facilities across a 15-county region will soon receive care packages as part of an outreach effort led by Jacksonville State Univers...

03/15/2026

Free STEM Camp Planned for Anniston City Meeting Center in April

Anniston, AL — A free STEM-focused educational event is scheduled to take place this spring at the Anniston City Meeting Center, offering children an opportunity to explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through interactive activities. The McWane STEM Camp will be held on Saturd...

03/15/2026

Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Professional PCA Rodeo Returning to Choccolocco Park in April

Calhoun County, AL — The excitement of rodeo competition will return to Choccolocco Park this spring as the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office hosts the 2nd Annual Professional Cowboy Association Rodeo on April 17–18, 2026. The two-day event will feature a range of rodeo competitions and family-f...

03/15/2026

Kiddos Fair and Market to Showcase Young Entrepreneurs in Jacksonville

Jacksonville, AL — Jacksonville Parks & Recreation is inviting young entrepreneurs to participate in the upcoming Kiddos Fair and Market, a community event designed to give children and teens an opportunity to create, sell, and learn about running their own small businesses. The event will take pl...

03/15/2026

Gadsden State Construction Technology Students Gain Hands-On Experience Through Community Projects

Gadsden, AL — Students enrolled in the Construction Technology program at Gadsden State Community College are gaining practical experience while contributing to projects that benefit communities across Northeast Alabama. Paid Advertisement Based at the college’s Valley Street Campus, the program...

03/15/2026

Calhoun County Area Chamber Launches Local Committee to Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday

Calhoun County, AL — Community leaders across Calhoun County are beginning preparations for a historic national milestone as the Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center launches the America250AL Calhoun County Team, a local committee dedicated to planning events for the United States’ 250t...

03/15/2026

Alabama State Parks Launches Junior Ranger Program to Inspire Young Outdoor Explorers

Alabama – The outdoors is calling, and Alabama’s next generation of explorers is invited to answer. Alabama State Parks has launched a new Junior Ranger Program designed to inspire young adventurers, spark curiosity, and cultivate a lifelong love for conservation and stewardship of the outdoors...

03/14/2026

Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University Police responded to a variety of incidents across campus during February 2026, according to the department’s activity log. The reported cases included offenses such as theft, harassment, domestic disputes, drug possession, criminal mischief, and ...

03/14/2026

Anniston Army Depot Employees Receive Significant Pay Increase Following Wage Area Realignment

Anniston, , AL – About 1,500 wage grade employees at Anniston Army Depot have received significant pay increases following the approval of long-delayed 2024 pay raises and a realignment to a higher-paying wage area, according to the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE). The change is...

03/14/2026

US Cops: ‘I’m the Victim’ – DUI Stop Escalates

Oxford, AL – First Responders is a powerful German documentary series that offers an unfiltered look into the intense and demanding world of emergency response. Through immersive, real-time footage, the series follows skilled professionals as they navigate critical, life-or-death situations while ...

03/14/2026

City of Anniston to Host Ward 1 Town Hall Meeting on March 26

Anniston, AL – Residents of Anniston’s Ward 1 will have an opportunity later this month to meet directly with their city representative and discuss community concerns during an upcoming town hall meeting hosted by the City of Anniston. The Ward 1 Town Hall is scheduled for Thursday, March 26, 20...