Anniston Man Succumbs to Injuries Following Single-Vehicle Crash
CALHOUN COUNTY – A single-vehicle crash that occurred on Monday, Jan. 13, has resulted in the death of an Anniston man. Michael L. Casalini, 60, was critically injured when the 2004 Ford F-150 he was driving left the roadway and struck a ditch. Following the crash, Casalini was transported to University of Alabama at Birmingham […]
Governor Ivey Announces Free File Program for Eligible Alabama Taxpayers in 2025
Montgomery, AL – Alabama taxpayers with a qualifying 2024 adjusted gross income can now prepare and file their state and federal income tax returns online for free through the Alabama Free File and IRS Free File programs. The initiative, powered by the Free File Alliance—a coalition of tax software companies in partnership with the Internal Revenue […]
Jacksonville State University Launches Historic $100 Million Campaign
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University (JSU) has officially launched It’s a Jax State of Mind, a comprehensive $100 million capital campaign designed to shape the institution’s future by enhancing the student experience, strengthening its academic reputation, and elevating Gamecock athletics. The five-year campaign, the most ambitious fundraising effort in JSU’s history, was formally announced at […]
Gadsden State Theatre Department to Present Oscar Wilde’s Classic Comedy
Gadsden, AL – Gadsden State Community College’s Theatre Department is set to bring Oscar Wilde’s timeless comedy, The Importance of Being Earnest, to the stage at the Black Box Theatre in Meadows Hall. The production will run for two weekends, with performances scheduled for March 6-8 and March 13-15. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. nightly, with 2 […]
Governor Kay Ivey Announces $1.2 Billion ArcelorMittal Investment in Alabama
Montgomery, AL – Governor Kay Ivey announced on Wednesday that ArcelorMittal, one of the world’s leading steel producers, will invest $1.2 billion to construct an advanced manufacturing facility in Mobile County. The new plant will specialize in producing non-grain-oriented electrical steel (NOES), a crucial material for electric vehicle motors and other industrial applications. The investment […]
Cupid’s Hideout: Valentine’s Day Drop-Off Event Offers Parents a Night Out in Jacksonville
Jacksonville, AL – Valentine’s Day is a time for romance, but for parents, finding time to celebrate can be a challenge. This year, Jacksonville parents have the perfect opportunity to enjoy a stress-free evening while their children take part in a fun-filled event designed just for them.Cupid’s Hideout: Valentine’s Day Drop-Off Event for Kidswill take place […]
Attorney General Steve Marshall Announces Defeat of FHWA Emissions Rule
Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has announced the resolution of a legal challenge against the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA) emissions regulations. The FHWA rule, which required states to establish and meet declining emissions targets for vehicles on federal interstates and highways, was struck down in federal court, marking a significant development in […]
This Calhoun County Week’s Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of Feb. 10-Feb. 15. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Basketball Central Regional schedule (At Alabama State University) TUESDAY, Feb. 11 Class 2A girls Highland Home vs. Lanett, 3 p.m. Tuscaloosa Academy vs. Ranburne, 6 p.m. WEDNESDAY, Feb. 12 Class […]
Alabama Fiber Network Reaches Milestone with Middle-Mile Network Expansion
Birmingham, AL – The Alabama Fiber Network (AFN) has reached a significant milestone with the substantial completion of its statewide middle-mile network. As of this month, AFN is now providing service to 60 counties, covering 3,406 active miles of fiber infrastructure. The network includes 62 points of presence, with plans to bring three additional counties online […]
