Upcoming Yuletide Events at OPAC

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Christmas is quickly approaching, ushering in a sleigh-load of activities that the whole family can enjoy. Residents of Calhoun County can celebrate one particular gem that provides numerous entertainment options during Christmastide–the Oxford Performing Arts Center (OPAC)! Discover all the opportunities to hear Christmas music, enjoy theatrical shows, and watch classic holiday films during the […]

Find Your Dream Flavor at Angel Cakes Creamery

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Every town needs a good old fashioned ice cream shop.  Unfortunately, Anniston, Alabama didn’t officially have one…until now!  The latest attraction in town that is sure to tickle your sweet tooth is the Angel Cakes Creamery at 4422 McClellan Blvd.  For locals familiar to the area, it’s located in the Sumerall Mall next to Kolectic […]

Anniston’s 2nd Annual CHOPPED Culinary Showdown

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Get ready for the premier culinary competition in Calhoun County.  Anniston’s Fourth Friday will be presenting the 2nd Annual CHOPPED Cooking Competition this Friday evening, August 26 from 6-9 pm.  Witness four local head chefs and their assistant sous chefs as they compete for the ultimate prize–a customized chopping board awarded by Downtown Anniston. CHOPPED […]

Breakfast (and More) is Served at Hubbard’s Off Main

Street view of Hubbards Off Main in Oxford, Alabama

Since its doors opened in December of 2013, Hubbard’s Off Main has established a reputation for serving savory classic Southern cuisine in a setting that celebrates the antiquity of historic downtown Oxford.  Every piece of furniture, as well as every picture hanging on the original brick walls of the two dining rooms, has its own […]

Treadhoofalon Race in Anniston, Alabama

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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 […]

Eat Like a Local: The Nest Bar and Grill

The Nest Bar & Grill Food and Drinks

If it’s one thing that the “South” is renowned for, it is the famous home-style cuisine.  We know that if you’re a native, you’ve tasted the best of the best Southern dishes at family reunions, potlucks, and more.  The draw of this food is the delicious down-to-earth flavors of a grandma’s, mom’s (or even dad’s) […]

Family Adventure Awaits at Combat Park

Collage of Combat Park activities in Eastaboga Alabama

If you are looking for some thrilling (and possibly chilling) entertainment of the combative kind for family, friends, or members of an organized group,  you’ll be in the right zone at Combat Park, a unique militaristic adventure park tucked away in Eastaboga, Alabama.  Not only can you take part in Airsoft and Paintball, but Combat […]

Back-to-School Deals in Calhoun County

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Article by Abby Parks Summer has been a blast, and it is not completely over…but before you know it (literally within 2-3 weeks), your kids will be back in school!  Many of you may have ticked multiple back-to-school items off your list with the past tax-free weekend.  But for those of you that still need […]

Get Ready for the 41st Annual Woodstock 5K

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Article by Abby Parks The Woodstock 5K, now in its 41st year, is not only one of the oldest continuous foot races in the Southeast–this year’s race has been named the RRCA (Road Runners Club of America) Alabama State 5K Championship for 2022.  With a USATF certified course dubbed “difficult” for its challenging hills, the […]

The King of All Crits Weekend Returns

Alabama Cycling Classic

The King of All Crits Weekend Returns April 9-10, Kicking Off the 2022 North American Criterium Series, The Sunny King Criterium Alabama’s annual premier professional cycling event weekend, the Alabama Cycling Classic, returns to the City of Anniston and Main Street Anniston’s, Noble Street corridor on April 9-10, 2022. The day one event, the Sunny King […]