Musical Spotlight: Sticky Foot
For music aficionados, what could be more entertaining than going out on a Saturday night and grooving to grit-laden strains of a funkadelic jam band? Calhoun County has got the golden ticket in the Oxford/Anniston band Sticky Foot. This music collective, featuring Tyler Bohannon on lead vocals and guitar, Todd Pirkle on lead guitar, Trevor […]
The 2nd Annual Downtown Anniston Restaurant Week 2024
The summer of ‘24 in Calhoun County has been quite a scorcher. While it’s true that the concrete around here could literally fry an egg, the restaurants of Anniston, Alabama are promising to sizzle up some savory specials in their kitchens as we enter the 2nd Annual Downtown Anniston Restaurant Week 2024! This food-inspired celebration […]
Eat Like a Local: Boatwright’s BBQ Food Truck
Have you been driving around Oxford lately and suddenly caught a whiff of food so sumptuous that you were tempted to do an action movie-style 180 and follow the scent trail at maximum speed? If so, then you may have been passing by the corner of Snow St. and Hamric, or possibly commuting down Quintard […]
Eat Like a Local: Yoki Buffet Oxford
You had me at “buffet!” It’s ironic how just a couple of weeks ago, I was joking with my sister and her family about how much I love a good ol’ fashioned buffet, and she jokingly said, “We should make you a t-shirt that says, ‘You had me at buffet!’” I may just […]
The Best July 4th Celebrations in Calhoun County in 2024
Get out your red, white, and blue colors! Independence Day is just around the corner, and Americans nationwide are gearing up to eat heartily, take part in all manner of fun summer recreational activities, and check out the night sky as it lights up with stunning firework displays. While many families already have their […]
Anniston Bar Crawls Present Flannel Fest 2023
Don’t you just love a comfortable, cozy flannel shirt? You’ll have the perfect opportunity to sport your favorite flannel, courtesy of Anniston Bar Crawls, as they have a fun event planned for this Saturday, December 16–Flannel Fest 2023! From 8 pm until the clock strikes midnight, gear up to participate in a fun stroll […]
Redbird Willow Farm: Where Animals Touch Hearts and Lives
Not that any animal farm is “ordinary,” but Redbird Willow Farm of Calhoun County is uniquely wonderful. Beyond the opportunity to interact with friendly, lovable domestic animals like alpacas, llamas, ponies, rabbits, goats, and even two curious emus, the farm’s deeper purpose resonates as you walk around the grounds. It’s built on the memory of […]
Calhoun County Christmas Parades & Events 2023
Saint Nicholas is prepping for his annual worldwide journey. His elves are scrambling to make sure all pre-Christmas packages are wrapped and ready. Christmas carolers are warming their vocal chords. Bakeries far and wide are making sugar cookies, cakes, pies, and other delicious treats. And families are decorating. Christmas is just around the corner, and […]
Seasonal Must-Buy Shoes in Calhoun County
Black Friday will be here in the blink of an eye. Were you planning to squeeze in a little shoe shopping for yourself? Or are you seeking an out-of-the-box gift item for your wife, mom, or teen daughter? Attractive shoes that are also ultra-comfortable don’t come along every day. Last spring, I got the special […]
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 […]