Oxford Lake Concert Series Starts Tonight

De Armanville, AL · June 26, 2026

Keep the umbrella handy for the afternoon commute—those clouds building over the ridge aren't just for show.

📰 The Lead

The Choccolocco Creek watershed is seeing increased monitoring this week as local conservationists track the impact of recent heavy rainfall on bank stability near the community’s low-lying crossings. While water levels remain within safe margins for now, the increased flow has brought a significant surge of debris downstream, prompting a volunteer cleanup effort organized for early Saturday morning.

Residents should exercise caution near the Friendship Road bridge, where runoff tends to pool during the heavy afternoon bursts expected today. This monitoring is part of a broader multi-county initiative to update the valley’s flood maps, a project that will eventually influence local zoning and infrastructure priorities. For those planning to be on the water this weekend, the current is moving swifter than usual through the narrow bends, and officials recommend checking local gauges before launching any kayaks or canoes.

🏙️ Local Pulse

  • Oxford Sidewalk Repairs Wrap Up — Crews are finishing brickwork near the performing arts center today to ensure pedestrian safety for weekend crowds.

  • De Armanville Road Patching — Expect brief delays near the I-20 overpass this afternoon as maintenance teams fill potholes aggravated by recent storms.

⛈️ Today's Outlook

  • High 89°F · Low 67°F — Thunderstorms Keep the umbrella close as afternoon storms are likely to disrupt outdoor plans.

📅 What's On Around Town

  • Oxford: Summer Concert Series — Oxford Lake Park, 7:00 PM Free live music by the water—bring a lawn chair and some snacks.

  • Anniston: Friday Night Market — Zinn Park, 5:00–8:00 PM Local produce, handmade crafts, and food trucks in the heart of town.

  • Oxford: Youth Softball Championship — Choccolocco Park, 6:00 PM The final game of the summer league—come cheer on the local teams.

  • Anniston: Community Stargazing — Berman Museum Lawn, 8:30 PM Telescopes provided for a guided tour of the summer constellations, weather permitting.

📸 Spotlight & Story

  • The De Armanville General Store Site Though the original structure is long gone, the intersection of De Armanville Road and Friendship Road remains the community's historical compass. In the early 1900s, this spot served as the primary trading post for cotton farmers hauling harvests toward the rail lines.

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