County Demolition Bids Open for Property Cleanups
De Armanville, AL · August 12, 2026
Heavy clouds hang low across the valley this morning, keeping temperatures manageable for early errands.
The Lead
The Calhoun County Commission has officially kicked off its next round of rural property cleanups, advancing plans to demolish and clear abandoned structures in unincorporated areas. Following a mandatory pre-bid meeting for regional contractors, officials are finalizing the scope of work for blighted sites slated for full abatement. The initiative targets safety hazards and long-neglected parcels, aiming to clear debris and restore safety along rural access roads across the county. Bids from licensed contractors will be publicly opened on September 10, with heavy equipment expected on site later this autumn. For residents along quiet valley corridors, the project promises to clear lingering eyesores and improve property values across neighboring rural communities.
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Today's Outlook
- High 92°F · Low 72°F — Overcast
- Heavy cloud cover holds temperatures down slightly, but high humidity will make midday feel steamy.
What's On Around Town
Jacksonville: Lunch Munch Movies Jacksonville Public Library (200 Pelham Rd S), 12:00 PM Bring a packed meal for a free midday family movie screening.
Oxford: Team Trivia Night Buffalo Wild Wings, 6:30 PM Casual team trivia with food specials and gift card prizes.
Oxford: Free Bingo Night Struts of Oxford (88 Ali Wy), 7:00 PM Mid-week bingo rounds with prizes and regular menu offerings.
Spotlight & Story
- The 2,130-Foot Summit of Dugger Mountain
- Rising 2,130 feet above the surrounding valley, Alabama's second-highest peak anchors 9,200 acres of protected mountain wilderness just east of town. Established as a federal wilderness area in 1999, its steep pine slopes remain undisturbed by paved roads.
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