“You must never be afraid to be yourself,” said Ivy David, while performing a Rosa Parks poem that spoke to her actions’ enduring legacy today. Read the full storyHobson City celebrates Juneteenth
A fire of unknown origin that began Tuesday on Coldwater Mountain is under control, though still burning, Anniston Fire Chief Jeff Waldrep said Thursday morning.
Presented by the Historic Town of Hobson City Community Enhancement Committee and the Sweet Rock Full Gospel Baptist Church, this lively community gathering seemed to spare no effort in bringing together soul food and soul-moving gospel, as well as thoughtful perspectives from local leaders.
HOBSON CITY — The town of Hobson City is preparing to hold a public meeting of good food and enlightening history.
Under the picnic table pavilion Saturday in J. R. Striplin Park, several members of the Historical Town of Hobson City Enhancement Committee sat soaking in the summer heat.
A movie documenting the history of Hobson City had a hometown premiere showing last week for its residents.
Hundreds packed Hobson City’s FEMA building Saturday as the city celebrated its annual Black History Program and honored a man whose works have served as a beacon of accomplishment in the city’s history.
The debut of a new documentary and the naming of the FEMA building after a distinguished resident highlight the agenda for Hobson City’s annual Black History Celebration.
The state’s severe weather preparedness tax holiday is ongoing.
The event is free to the public and walk-ins are welcome at 715 Martin Luther King Drive. The hours are from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. until 6 p.m.
It was not by chance the NACA scheduled its three-day “Achieve the Dream” event for homebuyers and homeowners on the weekend the nation celebrates the birthday of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.
Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America said its “Best in America” mortgage program involves no down payment, no closing costs, and no mortgage insurance at a rate below market fixed rates.
Areas which will be considered for homeowner funding include repairs which corrects a health hazard; assists individuals with disabilities; and enables the owner to remain in the home.
The Scoop Event Studio is located on 1000 Martin Luther King Drive in Hobson City and is the building more commonly known as being a former bingo hall.
Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. David Satcher was the keynote speaker Thursday night for the Mayor’s Heritage banquet, the centerpiece event of Hobson City’s 123rd Founders’ Day Celebration.
Oxford teachers got an early start to the new school year Wednesday with a morning best described as a pep rally.
Ministry and history will be the highlighted themes for Hobson City’s Founder’s Day Festival scheduled for Aug. 14-18.
New lights and a new council member topped the list of the Hobson City Town Council’s short agenda Monday night.
The Sable Learning Center, an after-school development center in Hobson City that’s been closed for two years, might open next month when school begins.
Former Town Clerk Lakeisha Fantroy has been appointed to fill the final vacancy on the Hobson City Town Council.
Coretta Chandler, a lifetime resident of Hobson City, has been appointed to fill one of the two vacant seats on the Town Council.
A dramatic increase in the number of local drug overdoses and associated deaths has prompted Calhoun County officials to issue stronger-than-usual warnings about the danger of using street drugs.
Anniston, Oxford and Calhoun County Schools are delaying start time by two hours Thursday due to the threat of severe weather.
Town Council member Deneva Barnes announced her resignation from the town’s governing body during its regular business session Monday night.
Residents of Hobson City came together Saturday afternoon for a reverent, soulful and joyous celebration of their heritage.
Hobson City residents and volunteers gathered recently to begin sowing the seeds for a new community garden located at 715 Martin Luther King Drive.
