Treadhoofalon Race in Anniston, Alabama
Shoes, Hooves, and Wheels Meet in the First Annual Treadhoofalon Race in Anniston, Alabama The Treadhoofalon Brings Mountain Bikers, Trail Runners, and Horseback Riders Together for the First Event of its Kind ANNISTON, Ala—Aug. 2, 2022—The Back Country Horseman of America McClellan Chapter, Northeast Alabama Bicycle Association, and Anniston Runners Club Trail Running Division have […]
In the Spotlight: Steve’s Rare and Vintage Guitars
Article by Abby Parks Like the Eagles, who famously crooned, “There’s a new kid in town,” we at Calhoun County Insight would like to spread the word about a unique new business opening its doors Friday, July 1 on Noble Street in the heart of historic downtown Anniston. Steve’s Rare and Vintage Guitars is much […]
Project Echelon
Professional Cycling Team Helps to Educate, Equip and Empower Veterans Through Physical Activity Project Echelon, co-founded by veteran Eric Beach and professional cyclist Eric Hill, use their platform in professional sport to carry out their mission of educating, equipping, and empowering veterans through physical activity. According to a report published by the United States Department of Veterans […]
Some of the Best Live Music Shows in Oxford, AL
Sometimes we want to go to a relaxing event where slow music is playing, wine is in plenty, and we can forget ourselves for a while. At other times, we want to go to a concert where we will dance our frustrations away as we gyrate to our favorite music and let our inhibitions go. […]
Inaugural Piedmont Fall Festival 2021
City Of Piedmont And Piedmont Arts & Entertainment Committee Kick-Off 2021 Piedmont Fall Festival In Downtown Area In an effort to bring more community events to the city of Piedmont, the Piedmont Arts & Entertainment Committee was created in March of 2021. Following a wildly successful Independence Day celebration in tandem with the Piedmont Criterium […]
Inside Insight Ep. 1 – Brandon Butler
Episode 1: For our first episode we hung out with local artist Brandon Butler and talked about his new single Spread Our Wings, among other things. Enjoy! You can get Spread Our Wings on all music platforms just follow this link. https://youtu.be/oYMKlljPNp8
Sunny King Criterium and Noble Street Festival bring locals and visitors for 19th annual event
Saturday Jul. 3, Aaron Tubergen stood with his team, bikes mounted, in front of the winners’ pedestals at the Sunny King Criterium in Anniston. Originating from Memphis, several of the Marx Bensdorf team members have made the trek down from Tennessee every year. “The team has been coming here for a while,” Tubergen said. “It’s […]
4th of July Celebrations in Calhoun County
Following the dwindling positive cases of COVID-19, Calhoun County is hosting celebratory Independence Day events packed with food, fireworks, and fun. While still encouraging and abiding by regulations and guidelines, the county is instilling a sense of normalcy by providing these events, friendly and accessible for all ages. Oxford’s Freedom Festival The city of Oxford […]
Sunny King Criterium and Noble Street Festival kicks off July 3rd
Mom, professional cyclist, 9 time master champion title holder, team leader/mentor: Debbie Milne has been professionally racing for over 20 years. She began racing mountain bikes while in college in 1988, and went to strictly road racing in 2000. But when her daughter, Cate, began racing with Supra in 2018, she would soon add “Mother/Daughter […]
Artist Spotlight: Stadium Drive
Remember the days when bands were formed in a garage with your friends? Well, It’s 2021, and in the era of technology; the days of the garage band are far and few between. One group of musically talented friends from Calhoun County have something to say about that. Meet Stadium Drive: An “up and coming” […]