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The Pickle: Why has pickleball exploded?
Have you noticed that pickle ball is all the rage this summer? When and how did this happen? It depends on whom you ask. Michael Harris has been playing the game at the Oxford Civic Center since before the courts had the lines for pickleball. He first began playing pickleball in 2016 when a small group from Calhoun County would play indoors at the Anniston YMCA or Parker Memorial Baptist Church.
Technician injured while setting up fireworks show in Jacksonville
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. (WIAT) — Calhoun County’s annual Jax Fest was canceled Wednesday night after a worker was injured while setting up pyrotechnics. A news release from the City of Jacksonville stated a firework shell unexpectedly detonated while being prepared. An injured technician was transported by helicopter to UAB Hospital and is in stable condition. No […]
CrimeStoppers tip helps sheriff's office catch fugitive
Jul. 3—Thanks to an anonymous tip to Central Alabama CrimeStoppers, the Calhoun County Sheriff's Office has located fugitive Dalona Sue Johnson. Johnson — who was originally wanted by the Calhoun County Sheriff's Office — was arrested on outstanding warrants including failure to appear, felony drug trafficking and a misdemeanor warrant for unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia. ...
22-year-old killed in Calhoun County crash
From Tribune staff reports CALHOUN COUNTY–A 22-year-old man died after his truck crashed into several trees off Goode Bridge Road near Alexandria Friday morning, according to ALEA Senior Trooper Vu Quang. At approximately 4:15 a.m., Logan B. Fullington was fatally injured when the 2004 Chevrolet Silverado he was driving left the roadway, struck several trees, and […]
Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Most Wanted | July 2, 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 Sheriff’s Office Most Wanted | July 2, 2024 appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
‘Wonder’ No More Wigington Secures Oxford Win
Oxford, AL – Wigington allays own doubts, finishes strong to win Oxford City Championship and become fifth winner in five Calhoun County Golf Tour events this season. By Joe Medley Golfers play into old age, but age and doubt dance as partners into the mind. How long can one play at their highest level? When will […] The post ‘Wonder’ No More Wigington Secures Oxford Win appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Update: Heat advisory for Alabama until Thursday night
The National Weather Service issued an updated heat advisory at 3:56 p.m. on Thursday in effect until 9 p.m. for Etowah, Calhoun and Cherokee counties. The weather service describes, "Heat index values up to 106 degrees." "Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses," adds the weather service. Beating...
47-year-old man ID’d as swimmer who drowned at Oak Mountain State Park
Authorities have released the name of a man who drowned while swimming at Oak Mountain State Park. Shelby County Coroner Lina Evans identified the victim as Jason Beck. He was 47 and lived in Wellington in Calhoun County. Pelham firefighters to the park about 3 p.m. Wednesday. Evans said it...
Star picks up 10 awards at annual banquet
ORANGE BEACH — In an era when there are a thousand different ways to gather news, Calhoun County’s newspaper has shown why the old way, merged with new technology, is still worthy of professional praise. For its coverage of local news and sports in east-central Alabama, The Anniston...
Weather alert issued for strong thunderstorms in Calhoun County Sunday afternoon
A report was issued from the National Weather Service on Sunday at 2:14 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 2:45 p.m. for Calhoun County. Residents can look for wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 2:14 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm over Jacksonville State University, or over Jacksonville,...
Calhoun County Locates Fugitive Dalona Sue Johnson Thanks to Anonymous Tip
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office announced today the successful apprehension of fugitive Dalona Sue Johnson, thanks to an anonymous tip received by Central Alabama CrimeStoppers. Johnson, wanted on outstanding warrants issued by the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office, including a failure to appear felony drug trafficking charge and a misdemeanor warrant for […] The post Calhoun County Locates Fugitive Dalona Sue Johnson Thanks to Anonymous Tip appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Seek Public Assistance in Recent Property Crime Investigations
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office is actively engaged in investigations related to recent property crimes and is reaching out to the public for assistance. By fostering community involvement, the Sheriff’s Office aims to enhance public safety and bring those responsible for criminal activities to justice. Incident 1: Sometime between 5/12/24 and […] The post Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Seek Public Assistance in Recent Property Crime Investigations appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
A place for recreation and relaxation.
A new place for relaxation and recreation is in the works for local veterans and their families. A scam alert has been issued for one local city and a local organization is striving to teach area children how to be safe in all areas. The complete in-depth weather forecast is here and a local volleyball […] The post A place for recreation and relaxation. appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Calhoun County Commission Highlights: June 27, 2024
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Commission held a regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, June 27h, 2024. Call To Order Fred Wilson – Present Chairman Danny Shears – Present Carolyn Henderson – Present Terry Howell – Absent Lee Patterson – Present Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance Adopt Agenda Elected Official/Department Head Comments Kim McCarson was present but only wanted to say how […] The post Calhoun County Commission Highlights: June 27, 2024 appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
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