Choccolocco Park Hosting Regional Archery Finals

De Armanville, AL · April 26, 2026

Happy Sunday—if you’re heading toward the interstate this morning, keep an eye out for the extra traffic near Choccolocco Park for the archery tournament. It’s a beautiful day to skip the chores and find a quiet spot along the creek instead.

📰 The Lead

As Oxford continues its steady growth toward the east, the residents of De Armanville are finding a delicate balance between modern convenience and rural heritage. This morning, local conversation centers on the proposed buffer zones intended to protect the residential character of our community from the commercial sprawl near the I-20 interchange. While the new retail developments bring jobs and tax revenue, the priority for many here remains the quiet, wooded stretches that define our home. The Calhoun County Commission is expected to review the latest zoning adjustments later this week, which could solidify protections for the historic school site and surrounding acreage. It’s a pivotal moment for ensuring that as the map changes, the soul of the community stays intact.

🏙️ Local Pulse

  • Oxford: Choccolocco Park Traffic Alert Expect heavy congestion near the sports complex today as the regional archery finals wrap up. If you aren't competing, consider taking the back roads through Choccolocco to avoid the Leon Smith Parkway bottleneck.

  • Calhoun County: Road Maintenance Update Crews are scheduled to begin shoulder work on De Armanville Road starting tomorrow morning. Expect minor delays and one-lane traffic patterns between the post office and the highway overpass through Tuesday afternoon.

  • Community Safety: Spring Burn Reminder With the breeze picking up this afternoon, the Volunteer Fire Department reminds everyone to check local wind speeds before any yard clearing. Keep a water source handy and never leave a fire unattended.

🌤️ Today's Outlook

The day will be bright and clear with plenty of sunshine and a high near 78 degrees. A light breeze from the west will keep things comfortable through the afternoon. Expect a calm, cool evening with temperatures dipping to a low of 54 degrees overnight.

📅 What's On Around Town

  • Community Sunday Service De Armanville First Baptist Church, 7575 AL-21 10:30 AM A cornerstone of the neighborhood; stay afterward for the informal parking lot fellowship which is often the best place to catch up on local news.

  • Oxford: Regional Archery Championship Finals Choccolocco Park, 954 Leon Smith Pkwy 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Watch some of the best marksmen in the Southeast compete for a spot in the nationals; it’s free for spectators and a great way to see the park in action.

  • Anniston: Sunday Jazz Brunch The Peerless Saloon & Grille, 13 W 10th St 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM A short 15-minute drive for live music and a historic atmosphere in Alabama’s oldest saloon.

  • Oxford: Public Skate Session Oxford Civic Center, 401 McCullars Ln 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM A classic Sunday afternoon activity for the kids; rentals are available on-site for a few dollars.

  • Anniston: Sunset Hike at Coldwater Mountain Coldwater Mountain Trailhead, 401-499 Monsell Dr 5:30 PM Catch the golden hour from the "Mama Bear" loop; the spring wildflowers are currently in full bloom along the lower elevations.

📸 Spotlight & Story

  • The Choccolocco Creek The Choccolocco Creek isn't just a scenic backdrop; it’s the lifeblood of our valley’s history. Long before the interstate arrived, this waterway served as a vital resource for the Muscogee (Creek) people and later for the early settlers who built the mills that put this area on the map. Today, it remains one of the most biologically diverse tributaries in the Coosa River basin, home to rare species of mussels and fish found nowhere else on earth.

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