Sunday Afternoon Concert at the Lake and Tournament Finals

De Armanville, AL · May 3, 2026

Happy Sunday—the fog is lifting off the creek just in time for a clear drive over to the lake for this afternoon’s music. If you’re heading toward Oxford, expect a bit more traffic than usual near the sports complex as the weekend tournaments wrap up.

📰 The Lead

As we move into the heart of spring, the conversation around the crossroads is shifting toward balancing our quiet, rural identity with the steady growth of the surrounding area. Local residents have been vocal about maintaining the "buffer" that our community provides between the busier hubs of Oxford and the wilder stretches of the Talladega National Forest. This week, informal discussions among neighbors have centered on the preservation of the historic landscape along the Highway 78 corridor. While we don't have a formal city council, the collective voice of the community remains a powerful influence on how regional planners view our corner of the county. It’s a reminder that even as the map changes, the character of this place is defined by the people who have called these hills home for generations.

🏙️ Local Pulse

  • Choccolocco Park Tournament Finals Today Expect heavy traffic around Leon Smith Parkway today as youth baseball and softball tournaments conclude. Parking will be at a premium through the late afternoon, so plan your routes accordingly if you're heading into town for errands.

  • Friendship Community Center Summer Planning The center is finalizing its summer calendar, with a focus on youth workshops and senior social hours. Keep an eye on the community board for sign-up sheets starting tomorrow morning for the June gardening series.

  • Highway 78 Shoulder Maintenance Paused State crews have been clearing brush and improving drainage along the Highway 78 corridor near the local exit. Work is paused for the Sunday holiday but will resume Monday morning, potentially causing minor delays for early commuters.

🌤️ Today's Outlook

A beautiful Sunday with clear blue skies and a high near 78 degrees. A light breeze from the west will keep things comfortable for outdoor activities, with temperatures dipping to a cool 54 degrees overnight.

📅 What's On Around Town

  • Oxford: Sunday Brunch at The Peerless The Peerless Saloon & Grille, 1302 Noble St 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM A short drive for a local favorite; the historic atmosphere makes it a perfect spot for a slow Sunday morning meal before the afternoon rush.

  • Anniston: Sunday at the Museum Anniston Museum of Natural History, 800 Museum Dr 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM Explore the "Dynamic Earth" exhibit or take a quiet walk through the adjacent gardens while the weather is this pleasant.

  • Oxford: Spring Concert at the Lake Oxford Lake Park, 401 Southern Girl Way 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Bring a lawn chair and a blanket for a free performance by a regional bluegrass ensemble. It’s a great way to soak up the afternoon sun by the water.

  • Anniston: Public Skate Afternoon Big Wheel Roller Skating, 2400 US-431 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM A classic Sunday activity for families looking to burn off some energy before the school week starts.

📸 Spotlight & Story

  • The Old Highway 78 Bridge Long before the modern interstate changed the way we travel through East Alabama, the old bridge over Choccolocco Creek served as the primary artery for travelers moving between Birmingham and Atlanta. While it now sits quietly as a relic of a different era, it remains a favorite spot for local photographers. Did you know that this stretch of road was once part of the Bankhead Highway, the first all-weather transcontinental highway in the United States? It’s a small but significant piece of national history right in our backyard.

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