County Road Paving Schedule Released for the Summer
De Armanville, AL · May 19, 2026
The humidity is holding steady this morning, but the real buzz is the sound of surveyors out on the backroads early today. It is a good morning to keep an eye out for orange vests if you are heading toward the forest.
📰 The Lead
The Calhoun County Commission has finalized the 2026 rural paving list, and several key stretches near our community are slated for resurfacing starting next month. This initiative focuses on sections of road that have weathered significant wear from both residential growth and heavy equipment heading toward the Talladega National Forest.
The project aims to improve shoulder drainage and smooth out the deep ruts that have become a nuisance for daily commuters. While the heavy machinery won't arrive for a few weeks, crews are already on-site this morning marking utility lines and assessing culverts. This maintenance is a long-awaited update for those who drive the connector routes toward Oxford or Anniston, promising a much smoother ride and better traction before the late-summer storm season arrives.
🏙️ Local Pulse
Oxford Lake Walking Trail Repairs — Maintenance crews are patching sections of the boardwalk today to ensure safety for morning joggers and walkers.
Summer Reading Kickoff Registration — Local families can now sign up for the annual reading challenge at the nearby Oxford Public Library.
☁️ Today's Outlook
- High 90°F · Low 68°F — Overcast
- Keep the air conditioning humming and maybe skip the midday car wash with those clouds looming.
📅 What's On Around Town
Oxford: Farmers Market — Oxford Lake Park, 7:00 AM–11:00 AM Fresh local produce and honey available right by the water.
Anniston: Toddler Storytime — Public Library of Anniston-Calhoun County, 10:00 AM Interactive reading and crafts for the little ones in the children's wing.
Oxford: City Council Meeting — Oxford City Hall, 6:30 PM Public session covering local zoning updates and community grant allocations.
Anniston: Open Mic Night — The Peerless Saloon, 7:00 PM Local musicians and poets take the stage at this historic downtown spot.
📸 Spotlight & Story
- De Armanville United Methodist Church
- Founded in the late 19th century, this church remains a cornerstone of local history. The current sanctuary features stained glass that has watched over generations of Sunday potlucks and community weddings, anchoring the local social map since the early 1900s.
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