New Community Pavilion Opens for Sunday Potlucks
De Armanville, AL · May 17, 2026
Sunday morning quiet is settling in, but the humidity is already hinting at a warm afternoon by the water. It is a perfect day to find some shade or a slow-moving current.
The Lead
The ribbon-cutting for the new pavilion at the Community Center yesterday marks a fresh chapter for our local gatherings. Designed to mirror the rustic aesthetic of the original schoolhouse that once stood nearby, the structure provides a much-needed shaded space for the Sunday potlucks and summer markets that define our social calendar. The project, funded through a mix of county grants and local fundraising, includes permanent picnic seating and improved lighting for evening events. Residents are already putting the space to use this morning for a quiet coffee hour. This addition isn't just about timber and shingles; it’s a dedicated anchor for a community that values face-to-face connection over digital noise. Expect the pavilion to be the busiest spot in town as the graduation party season kicks into high gear next week.
Local Pulse
Highway 78 Shoulder Maintenance — Crews are finishing debris removal along the main corridor this morning to improve visibility for the work week.
Oxford: Spring Softball Finals — The regional youth tournament at Choccolocco Park concludes this afternoon with championship games starting at 2:00 PM.
Today's Outlook
- High 89°F · Low 62°F — Partly cloudy
- It’s a sunscreen-and-shades kind of Sunday, especially if you’re heading to the creek.
What's On Around Town
Community Sunday Brunch — Friendship Community Center, 11:00 AM–1:00 PM Potluck-style gathering for neighbors to catch up before the busy week begins.
Oxford: Lakeside Concert Series — Oxford Lake Park, 4:00 PM Local bluegrass bands performing near the civic center; bring a lawn chair.
Anniston: Sunday Sunset Hike — Coldwater Mountain Trailhead, 6:00 PM A guided three-mile trek to catch the evening light over the valley.
Spotlight & Story
- The Old General Store Site
- The corner of Highway 78 and De Armanville Road once housed a general store that served as the town’s unofficial newsroom. While the building is gone, the concrete foundation remains a quiet landmark where locals once traded news for penny candy.
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