🌱 How did Alexandria’s boys and girls dominate White Plains on the court?

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• How did Alexandria’s boys and girls dominate White Plains on the court?

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Weather forecast:

• Thursday: Rain; breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 60 and low of 39 degrees.
• Friday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 50, low: 26.
• Saturday: Sunny and pleasant, with a high of 63 and low of 41 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Wheeler Shoots Alexandria Past White Plains as Area Teams Post Big Wins (calhounjournal.com) — Alexandria High’s boys and girls basketball teams both notched decisive area wins over White Plains, highlighted by big nights from Cole Wheeler and LaNajia Redwine. The roundup also spotlights strong performances from nearby programs in Oxford, Jacksonville, Anniston, Saks, and others, giving local fans a quick look at how Calhoun County teams are stacking up this week.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

Thursday December 18

• Ribbon Cutting for Jake Leath - Country Financial/Evergreen Roofing/Onyx Studio
  Jake Leath - Country Financial/Evergreen Roofing/Onyx Studios Shared Office , 2725 Rainbow Drive , Rainbow City
  12:00 pm
• Munford Lions vs Ohatchee
  Munford High School , 300 Cedars Rd , Munford
  4:30 pm
• Lincoln Golden Bears vs Leeds Greenwave
  Lincoln High School , 78989 AL-77 , Lincoln
  4:30 pm
• White Plains Middle vs Weaver Bearcats
  Calhoun County School District-White Plains Middle , 5800 AL-9 , Anniston
  4:30 pm
• Cleburne County vs Weaver/Wellborn/Lincoln
  Cleburne County High School , 520 Evans Bridge Rd , Heflin
  5:00 pm
• Spring Garden High School vs. Cedar Bluff School
  Spring Garden High School , 2430 County Rd 29 , Piedmont
  5:00 pm

Friday December 19

• FILM FRIDAYS
  Talladega Public Library , 202 South Street E , Talladega
  12:00 pm
• 4-Corners Bingo
  McGuffey Healthcare , 2301 Rainbow Dr , Gadsden
  2:00 pm
• Ribbon Cutting for Southern Mommies Peek Boutique
  Southern & Associates, LLC , 1519 Rainbow Drive , Gadsden
  3:00 pm
• Jacksonville Golden Eagles vs Gadsden Middle School
  Workout Anytime Jacksonville AL , 1555 Pelham Rd S Ste D , Jacksonville
  4:30 pm
• Lincoln Golden Bears vs B.B. Comer Tigers
  Lincoln High School , 78989 AL-77 , Lincoln
  4:30 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• The holidays are a time of reflection and celebration for some of us.
  For others, it can be a time of loneliness and helplessness. If you or someone you know feels vulnerable or suicidal, please don't hold it in. The… (Nextdoor )
• Having family and friends over for the holiday?
  Make sure you don't invite foodborne illness as well. The CDC offers tips on proper handling, cooking, and storing food so you can make sure your… (Nextdoor )

• Sonic Drive-In posted a job opening for Team/Crew Member in Alexandria. Apply here.
• Dollar General Corporation posted a job opening for SALES ASSOCIATE in WEAVER, AL S30036 in Weaver. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Alexandria here.

🗞 Nearby News

Anniston

• Public Library of Anniston-Calhoun County to Host Grown Up Movie Night (calhounjournal.com)
• Regional Medical Center Introduces Child-Friendly MRI LEGO® Education Sets Through Starlight Foundation Partnership (calhounjournal.com)
• On this day — December 17 (annistonstar.com)

Jacksonville

• Community Invited to Cozy Christmas Movie Night in Jacksonville Featuring The Polar Express (calhounjournal.com)
• Oxford Boys Win Fifth Straight as Jacksonville, Piedmont Sweep; Faith Christian Wins at the Buzzer, Weaver Dominates (calhounjournal.com)

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