Choccolocco Creek Trail Expansion Moves Forward

De Armanville, AL · May 13, 2026

Wednesday morning is looking gray, but the coffee is hot and the commute through the Highway 78 intersection is moving smoothly for once.

📰 The Lead

The Oxford City Council moved forward last night with a significant expansion of the Choccolocco Creek corridor project, approving a new phase of trail connectivity that will eventually link the park systems closer to the De Armanville side of the creek. This development is a major step in the regional plan to increase pedestrian access to the sports complexes while addressing long-standing drainage concerns. The project includes bank stabilization to prevent erosion during our heavy spring rains, a move that local landowners have advocated for over several seasons. Construction crews are expected to begin surveying the eastern bank near the old bridge site by the end of the month. It is a long-term play for regional recreation, but seeing the stakes go into the ground marks a concrete win for local outdoor enthusiasts.

🏙️ Local Pulse

  • Elementary School Field Day Prep — Teachers are organizing equipment today for Friday’s outdoor festivities; expect extra morning traffic near the school gates.

  • Highway 78 Shoulder Maintenance — State crews are clearing brush along the De Armanville stretch this morning to improve visibility for the summer season.

☁️ Today's Outlook

  • High 80°F · Low 59°F — Overcast
    • It is a humid one; skip the extra layer and keep the AC ready.

📅 What's On Around Town

  • Oxford: Mid-Week Farmers Market — Simmons Park, 3:00–6:00 PM Grab the first of the season’s strawberries and local honey before they sell out.

  • Anniston: History After Hours — Berman Museum, 5:30 PM A deep dive into Cold War espionage artifacts with the head curator.

  • Oxford: Youth Softball Regionals — Choccolocco Park, 6:00 PM Local teams face off under the lights; the concession stand is reportedly fully stocked.

📸 Spotlight & Story

  • The Pinhoti Trail Access
    • Just a short drive east, this trailhead connects our backyard to a path stretching all the way to the Blue Ridge Mountains. While many see it as a rugged trek, the initial miles near us offer some of the quietest birdwatching.

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