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Auburn basketball's Horace Spencer returns: 'We made history'
AUBURN, Ala. – In the five years since he helped Auburn advance to the Final Four, Horace Spencer has put his passport to good use while playing professionally in Argentina, Turkey, France and Finland. Knee surgery last season temporarily slowed Spencer’s globetrotting, allowing Horace to return to Auburn University...
Seth Johnson of Jacksonville State University Triumphs at the 50th Annual Southeast Emmy Awards
Jacksonville, AL – In a dazzling ceremony held on June 15, 2024, the 50th Annual Southeast Emmy Awards celebrated the exceptional talent of filmmaker Seth Johnson from Jax State’s Longleaf Studios. Johnson took home his fifth Emmy award, triumphing in the Program Promotion category with his compelling trailer for “Defending Freedom: The Authur D. Shores Story.” […] The post Seth Johnson of Jacksonville State University Triumphs at the 50th Annual Southeast Emmy Awards appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
‘Never give up’: Good Hope’s Annie Williams talks Raider years and fast-tracking at Wallace State
GOOD HOPE, Ala. — Good Hope senior Annie Williams made a lot of great memories over her years as a Raider and in this interview, she shared some of her favorite experiences. “Some of my favorite memories included going to the football and basketball games with my friends,” Williams said. “What is most notable to me is the time I spent with some of my favorite teachers in the CCBOE Fast Track building. I chose to do Fast Track at Wallace, because it was a different environment and had more flexibility when it came to me and my health issues. Another factor that played into it was the urge to start my career in cosmetology, and I finished my first semester out of four this year. It had its ups and downs, but I am blessed to have made it.”
Olympic gymnast Suni Lee is making a comeback after her battle with an incurable kidney disease
Sunisa "Suni" Lee captured the gold medal in the all-around competition at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics — and she's officially headed to Paris 2024 for a second Olympic run. The 21-year-old who also competes at the NCAA Division I level for Auburn University finished second at the Olympic trials on June 30, solidifying her spot on Team USA along with Simone Biles, Jade Carey, Jordan Chiles and Hezly Rivera.
Scaling new heights: Jax State athletics officially FBS program
INDIANAPOLIS – The final season before moving up the ladder in college football has proven to be an omen of good things to come in its outro for Jacksonville State University. Now, however, the Gamecocks have reached the final rung. The NCAA formally approved Jax State’s completed transition to...
‘Love & Marriage: Huntsville’ Star Keke Jabbar’s Sudden Death: More Details Emerge
A reported close friend of reality star Keke Jabbar, who appeared on the OWN series Love & Marriage: Huntsville, is giving insight into what she says led to her death. Reports surfaced on July 1 that Jabbar died at the age of 42. As Deadline reports, YouTuber JoAnn Jenkins, who featured Jabbar on her live… Continue reading ‘Love & Marriage: Huntsville’ Star Keke Jabbar’s Sudden Death: More Details Emerge
Free Kids Football Camp in Anniston Featuring Auburn’s Antonio Kite
Anniston, AL – Young football enthusiasts in Anniston have a fantastic opportunity to learn from one of their own. This Monday and Tuesday, current Auburn Football defensive back and former Anniston High standout Antonio Kite will be hosting a free football camp for students of Anniston City Schools, ages 5-16. The camp will take place […] The post Free Kids Football Camp in Anniston Featuring Auburn’s Antonio Kite appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Fundraiser in Ohatchee to Support Accident Victims
Ohatchee, AL – On July 13th, the Ohatchee community will come together to support Dakota and Brittany, who were involved in a devastating car accident that left them with extensive injuries and their families facing significant hospital stays and expenses. The fundraiser will take place at the Ohatchee Baseball Fields from 10:00 AM to 12:00 […] The post Fundraiser in Ohatchee to Support Accident Victims appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
A Ball for Oxford Mom
Oxford, AL – Higgins’ breakthrough night, which included another home run ball to add to his mother’s collection, propels Choccolocco Monsters to sixth consecutive victory. By Joe Medley Jennifer Rooks’ has every home run ball her son has hit since he was 4 years old, and Trey Higgins added to her collection Saturday. The Samford-bound Oxford […] The post A Ball for Oxford Mom appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
New recovery house opens in Somerville
WAAY 31's Jillian Kay covers the opening of a new recovery house for women in Somerville. 'I found people that really love me and understand me': Somerville nonprofit opens recovery house. Experts say addiction can be isolating, but a local nonprofit is giving women who struggle with substance abuse a...
Kochanowicz goes distance in Rocket City Win
MADISON, AL – Rocket City starting right-hander Jack Kochanowicz (W, 5-6) went the distance tossing nine complete innings of one-run ball as the Rocket City Trash Pandas (42-38, 9-3) defeated the Birmingham Barons 4-1 (45-36, 4-8) Saturday evening at Toyota Field to take five out of the six-game series.
Pine Level’s heart beats red, white and blue at inaugural Independence Day Celebration
The town of Pine Level made history Saturday morning with their first ever Independence Day parade and celebration off of County Road 107. The fun continues tonight at 8:30 p.m. when Boones Chapel Church will host a spectacular fireworks show. “This is just an amazing day for the community. I’m...
Boil water notice issued in Zip City community
FLORENCE, Ala. (WAFF) - A boil water notice has been issued for some customers in the Zip City community on Saturday afternoon. According to officials, Chisholm Heights Water Authority customers in the Zip City area are under a boil water notice, per the Alabama Department of Environmental Management. Chisholm Heights...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Be a great leader’: Cold Springs’ Kortnie Williams reflects on time as an Eagle
BREMEN, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Cold Springs senior Kortnie Williams about her favorite memories she made playing softball for the Eagles, what it was like playing with some great teammates and everything she learned from that experience. “My favorite memory was probably when we couldn’t get our pitching machine to work right, so we just walked around and talked to each other,” Williams said. “It was the best experience I’ve ever had. I’ve grown so close to the girls on the team; they are my family now, especially since my little sister, Kaydance Williams, was on varsity...
Marshall, Newton among best transfer QBs of all-time
In recent memory, Auburn football has benefitted greatly from transfer quarterbacks. Cam Newton, Nick Marshall, and Jarrett Stidham led Auburn to SEC Championship games after transferring in from a fellow Power conference program. The first two quarterbacks mentioned led the Tigers to National Championship appearances, with Newton leading Auburn to its first title since 1957 in 2010.
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