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🌱 Why Anniston made a national list of risky small towns

Anniston, Alabama Patch AM: a 4 min read

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In today's newsletter:

  • Why Anniston made a national list of risky small towns
  • Why Anniston fathers are invited to gather at Lenlock Lane Sunday

Also on today's calendar: 8th Annual Cigars And Sundress Day Party "The Reunion" and 3 more events.

Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., with a high of 92 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, temps: high: 87, low: 70.
  • Sunday: Cloudy, a thunderstorm; humid, with a high of 86 and low of 68 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 9 Worst Small Towns to Live in America in 2026, According to Crime Statistics (mebaneenterprise.com) — Anniston is singled out as a small Alabama city where elevated property crime and recurring assaults can make daily life feel less safe, even with lower violent crime than some peers. With just over 21,000 residents, each incident weighs heavily on the community, reinforcing the need for awareness and everyday precautions around shopping, travel, and home security.
   

• Redbird Willow Farm to Host Fathers' Cookout Focused on Connection and Support (calhounjournal.com) — Redbird Willow Farm in Anniston is inviting local fathers, father figures, and young men to a free Fathers’ Cookout on Sunday, June 14, from 2–4 p.m. at 1103 Lenlock Lane. The relaxed gathering will offer burgers, hot dogs, and space for honest conversation, encouragement, and connection for men facing grief, parenting stress, or isolation.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • These babies need a LOVING home.
    Due to unforeseen circumstances we can not keep them Here below is a couple things about them Princess— pit/lab female, she is a stray showed up at… (Nextdoor De Armanville)
  • KEYS HAVE BEEN FOUND!
    *** LOST KEY *** Asking for a friend who believes he may have lost his car key at Lake Yahou. The folks in charge of the park have yet to reply to… (Nextdoor Tyler Park / Hillyer High)
  • Office Pride posted a job opening for Commercial Cleaning Technician in Anniston. Apply here.
  • CCF Holdings LLC posted a job opening for Customer Service Representative in Anniston. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Anniston here.

🗞 Nearby News

Oxford

  • Oxford Parks & Recreation to Host Free Fidget & Trinket Trade Night (calhounjournal.com)
  • Oxford and ALDOT Exploring Major Traffic Improvements for Leon Smith Parkway (calhounjournal.com)
  • Oxford Council Approves Series of Zoning Amendments, Property Rezoning and Administrative Resolutions (calhounjournal.com)

Jacksonville

  • Jacksonville Board Approves Property Transfer for Kitty Stone Roadway Project (calhounjournal.com)

Ok Anniston! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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