The Anniston Star

The Anniston Star is the daily publication that caters to Anniston, Alabama, and its neighboring six counties. As of September 2004, its average Sunday circulation was 26,747. This newspaper is locally owned by Consolidated Publishing Company, which is managed by the family of Col. Harry M. Ayers, one of the original owners of the paper.

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Scenes from the 2025 Heritage Festival

6 days ago | annistonstar.com | Ashley Morrison

The city of Anniston kicked off its annual Heritage Festival Saturday afternoon with music, food, fun and tons of sunshine. Hundreds of folks braved the scorching heat in favor of community togetherness in Zinn Park.
Tech-fueled misinformation distorts Iran-Israel fighting

1 week ago | annistonstar.com | Claire-Line Nass

AI deepfakes, video game footage passed off as real combat, and chatbot-generated falsehoods -- such tech-enabled misinformation is distorting the Israel-Iran conflict, fueling a war of narratives across social media. The information warfare unfolding alongside ground combat -- sparked by Israel's strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities and military leadership -- underscores a digital crisis in the age of rapidly advancing AI tools that have blurred the lines between truth and fabrication.
Which sports drive the most wagers?

1 week ago | annistonstar.com | Steve Madgwick
Market at Bennett Farms Returns Saturday

1 week ago | annistonstar.com | Ashley Morrison |Bill Wilson

HEFLIN - The Market at Bennett Farms will return Saturday, offering visitors a mix of handmade goods, local produce and family-friendly activities on the grounds of a fourth-generation family farm. Set for 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on June 21, the event will feature more than 50 vendors selling a wide range of American-made items, including handcrafted jewelry, boutique clothing, baked goods, fresh produce and vintage collectibles. Staff writer Bill Wilson: [email protected].
Sheriff's Office honors new promotions

1 week ago | annistonstar.com | Ashley Morrison

Calhoun County Sheriff Falon Hurst honors three law enforcement officers Thursday morning in a promotion ceremony. Capt. William Moses, Lt. Josh Cyar and Lt. Chris Nastally were given their new rank, as family members, county officials and community members looked on.
Three promoted at Calhoun County Sheriff's Office

1 week ago | annistonstar.com | Ashley Morrison

ANNISTON - The Calhoun County Sheriff's Office recognized the promotions of three law enforcement officers Wednesday during a brief ceremony that highlighted the agency's emphasis on leadership development and internal growth. Sheriff Falon Hurst promoted lieutenants Josh Cryar and Chris Nastally, along with Capt. William "Carl" Moses, during the event held in the agency's multipurpose room. Staff Writer Ashley Morrison: [email protected].
Sylacauga mayor, council at odds over employee raises

1 week ago | annistonstar.com | Bob Crisp |Chris Norwood

The Sylacauga City Council and Mayor Jim Heigl seemed to reach a standoff during Tuesday's evening's regular work session and meeting. During the council meeting of May 22, the council voted to rescind two pay raises for employees, demand those employees pay back money the council says they were paid, but not owed, and to authorize city attorney Win Livingston to order a thorough audit. Daily Home Editor Chris Norwood: [email protected] or 256-299-2114.
Calhoun County school board unveil strategic plan for 2025-30

1 week ago | annistonstar.com | Sherry Kughn

ANNISTON - The Calhoun County Board of Education recently presented its Strategic Plan for 2025-2030, outlining goals for academic achievement, employee development and community engagement over the next five years. Superintendent Tony Willis introduced the plan during a board meeting and highlighted the results of a public survey distributed to students, parents and residents throughout the county.
When floaters and flashes aren't just annoying

1 week ago | annistonstar.com | Sherry Kughn

Summer's the time for floating in a pool, but not for having floaters in the eyes. Recently, I developed a few tiny floaters in my right eye. Then, I began seeing a few flashes of light in that same eye. At first I thought rain was dripping through the skylight in my car, that headlights were speeding by a nearby window or lightning from a storm was causing the flashes. But then I realized the flashes were coming from the eye itself. Staff Writer Sherry Kughn: [email protected].
Get Organized! Your "External Brain"

1 week ago | annistonstar.com | Frank Buck

By Dr. Frank Buck If you want a fighting chance at reaching your goals, ask yourself: What can you do today that will make tomorrow easier? For too many, their to-do list focuses on just getting through the day and fearing tomorrow will be worse. Today, I give you a personal example of doing the kinds of things tomorrow that make your future self say, "thank you."