A look back on 2024
As 2024 comes to a close, we at Calhoun County Insight are excited to reflect on some of the year’s most engaging stories that highlighted the vibrant culture, events, and flavors of our community. Here’s a curated selection of our top articles from 2024: The 2nd Annual Downtown Anniston Restaurant Week 2024Coverage of the culinary […]
Buy A Tree, Change A Life: Cornerstone Church’s Holiday Initiative to Support Children Locally and Globally
Buy A Tree, Change A Life: Cornerstone Church’s Holiday Initiative to Support Children Locally and Globally The holiday season is a time for giving, and Cornerstone Church is offering the perfect way to make a meaningful difference through their involvement in the Buy A Tree. Change A Life initiative. This national program is dedicated to […]
Festival of Lights at Choccolocco Park 2024
As the holiday season approaches, Oxford, Alabama, is set to transform into a winter wonderland with the return of the much-anticipated Festival of Lights at Choccolocco Park. This annual event, running from November 22 to December 24, 2024, promises to captivate visitors with its dazzling displays and festive activities. A Drive-Through Spectacle The Festival […]
SMALL BOX SHOP RIBBON-CUTTING IN DOWNTOWN ANNISTON
ANNISTON, AL — The City of Anniston’s Main Street Department, in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), is thrilled to host a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new Small Box Shop, a retail incubator, on Monday, September 23, at 10:00 AM CT. This program, managed by Anniston’s Main Street Department, offers a unique opportunity […]
Eat Like a Local: Dinner at Blue Fin Japanese Sushi & Steakhouse
Ever since its arrival at the Oxford Exchange I have been eager to try Blue Fin Japanese Sushi & Steakhouse. So, I asked my favorite local to join me and off we went to get the INSIGHT on this eatery. We got good vibes immediately walking in, everyone was friendly, and we were seated right […]
Dinner at Lulu’s Place – Eat Like a Local
Had such an amazing dining experience at Lulu’s Place on Noble Street, located in the Stewart Building. The atmosphere in this place is perfect. We were sitting at the table and my friend Derek came up to wait on us, so I knew the service would be flawless and it was. We were greeted with […]
A Weekend Under the Stars – Timberline Cheaha at Cheaha State Park
If you are looking for a unique outdoor experience near Calhoun County, Alabama, then Timberline Glamping at Cheaha State Park should be your next adventure. Nestled among the towering trees and picturesque landscapes of Alabama’s oldest operating state park, Timberline Glamping offers a camping experience like no other. Not only is the park home to […]
Betty’s BBQ Anniston Alabama
The lunch crew picked a good spot on this day. Anytime I hear “let’s go to Betty’s” my mouth waters and my stomach gets excited. They had their Meatloaf on special, so I didn’t really need a menu. I love the atmosphere in Betty’s, all their staff are great and most have been there for […]
The Rocket in Jacksonville Alabama
The Rocket has been a legendary eatery in Jacksonville, Al for 65 years now and counting. I have eaten many meals there from my college years (at JSU) to my adult years now and it never disappoints. The old adage “if it ain’t broke don’t fix it” is certainly applied at The Rocket. Not too […]
Mason’s BBQ in Jacksonville, AL
I had the pleasure of having lunch at Mason’s BBQ in Jacksonville, AL. I always loved this location, and I was hoping a really good restaurant would make its home there. The staff were wonderful and got me seated and a menu right away. The Menu was great, featuring specials on certain nights that I […]