New Lighting Coming to the Community Park Pavilion

De Armanville, AL · June 24, 2026

The clouds are hanging low over the valley this morning, but the news from the county commission is bright.

📰 The Lead

The Calhoun County Commission finalized a grant yesterday that will bring much-needed illumination to our local community park. The project focuses on the main pavilion, where solar-powered LED fixtures will be installed to extend the usable hours for family reunions and neighborhood meetings. For years, evening events at the park had to wrap up by dusk or rely on portable lanterns, but this upgrade provides a permanent, eco-friendly solution.

The installation is part of a broader county initiative to improve rural recreation spots without increasing long-term utility costs. Crews are expected to begin the mounting process in mid-July, ensuring the lights are operational before the late-summer heat breaks. It’s a small change that makes our shared space significantly more functional for everyone.

🏙️ Local Pulse

  • Shoulder Maintenance on De Armanville Road — County crews are clearing brush and leveling gravel along the curves today to improve driver visibility.

  • Choccolocco Creek Water Levels Steady — Recent rains have kept the creek at ideal levels for paddling, though banks remain slick for hikers.

☁️ Today's Outlook

  • High 83°F · Low 61°F — Overcast Keep the sunglasses in the car; those clouds aren't going anywhere today.

📅 What's On Around Town

  • Anniston: Downtown Farmers Market — Zinn Park, 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM Fresh Calhoun County produce, local honey, and handmade soaps available this morning.

  • Oxford: Summer Reading Storytime — Oxford Public Library, 10:30 AM Interactive reading and crafts for toddlers and elementary-aged children.

  • Oxford: Community Yoga — Oxford Civic Center, 5:30 PM A relaxed, indoor session perfect for stretching out the mid-week stress.

📸 Spotlight & Story

  • The Friendship Baptist Church Bell
    • Cast in the late 19th century, this heavy iron bell was once the primary way to signal emergencies or celebrations across the valley. It was salvaged and restored decades ago, and its distinct, deep ring still marks special Sunday services.

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