Rain spoiled some of the festive atmosphere at Jacksonville State College’s homecoming game against the Austin Peay Governors on Oct. 27, 1951, but soaked grads and students who braved the wea… Read MoreOn this day — October 28
On Mother’s Day in 1961, a pair of buses carrying a group of civil rights activists rolled into Anniston, leading to one of the seminal moments of the struggle for Black Americans. Read MoreFrom tragedy to tribute: Freedom Riders return to Anniston 65 years later
The Calhoun County school board bid farewell to Michael Webb and Tobi Burt, who reflected on their service as they prepare to join the Calhoun County Commission. Read MoreCalhoun County school board bids farewell to Webb, Burt
October 1951 brought important news in the development of Fort McClellan as a multi-use Army base: the higher-up approval of $8 million worth of new construction in connection with the arrival… Read MoreOn this day — October 24
A popular movie theater complex located just south of Weaver announced its closure in October 2001, its parent corporation having declared bankruptcy the previous year. Read MoreOn this day — October 21
The Joint Powers Authority charged with developing the former Fort McClellan voted Oct. 16, 2001, to proceed with a plan that did not include maintaining the existing railroad spur on the property. Read MoreOn this day — October 17
DELTA —After years of anticipation, the new hotel named “The Lodge at Cheaha State Park” was unveiled Friday during a ribbon-cutting and dedication ceremony, introducing a $26.5 million, 32-ro… Read More$26 million hotel to open at Cheaha State Park
An Anniston man was killed early Tuesday morning after being struck by an SUV on Alabama 202 just outside city limits. State troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency continue to invest… Read MoreAnniston bicyclist dies after early morning crash on AL-202
Oxford Police Department needs your help locating 35-year-old Calvin Dwight Ware Jr., last seen at his home on 10/10. If you have any information on where he might be, please contact the OPD a… Read MoreOxford police seek help locating missing 35-year-old man
