Calhoun County Schools Launches District-Wide Infrastructure Modernization Project with Schneider Electric
Calhoun County, AL – Calhoun County Schools has announced the launch of a district-wide infrastructure modernization project in partnership with Schneider Electric, a global energy management and efficiency company. District leaders say the initiative is part of a broader effort to invest in safe, modern, and efficient learning environments for students and staff across the […]
Alabama Severe Weather Preparedness Tax Holiday Set for Feb. 20–22
Montgomery, AL – With Alabama’s spring tornado season approaching, Governor Kay Ivey is encouraging residents and businesses statewide to prepare by taking advantage of the 2026 Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday, scheduled for Friday, February 20, through Sunday, February 22. Beginning at 12:01 a.m. on February 20 and ending at midnight on February 22, shoppers […]
Man Sentenced on Four Counts of Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Materials in Etowah County
Etowah County, AL – Gabe David Kittle, 71, of Peach Tree Road in Boaz, appeared before Judge Cody Robinson last week for sentencing on four counts of possession of obscene materials involving a child less than 17 years of age. According to court records, Kittle was arrested after the Etowah County Sheriff’s Office received a cyber […]
Free Self-Defense Workshop for Women Scheduled in Jacksonville
A free self-defense workshop for women is scheduled to take place at the Jacksonville Community Center on Sunday, February 22, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., offering participants an opportunity to learn personal safety and confidence-building techniques in a supportive environment. The workshop is hosted by Break the Silence Alabama and is designed to provide […]
Tough Regional Exit for JCA Girls, But Momentum Builds for Softball Season
Tough ending against No. 2 Ider in the Northeast Regional, but JCA’s girls gave themselves lots to talk about during softball season. By Joe Medley JACKSONVILLE — The thing about life at a small school like Jacksonville Christian is, can’t stay disappointed about a loss too long. “Most of the sports at JCA, you’re playing […]
Anniston Museums and Gardens to Host Tool Sharpening Workshop and Plant Sale on February 19
Anniston, AL – The Anniston Museums and Gardens will host two gardening-focused events on Thursday, February 19, offering opportunities for area residents to prepare for the upcoming planting season while supporting the Longleaf Botanical Gardens. Beginning at 12 p.m., the “Third Thursday: Sharpening Your Garden Tools” program will provide participants with hands-on instruction in maintaining and […]
FM Revival to Perform at Oxford Performing Arts Center on February 19
Oxford, AL — Local cover band FM Revival is scheduled to take the stage at the Oxford Performing Arts Center on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., bringing a full-production live music performance featuring hits from multiple decades. Based in Oxford, FM Revival is a five-piece, female-fronted band made up of musicians from Calhoun […]
Regional Basketball Tournaments and Spring Sports Fill Busy Week for Area High Schools
High school sports events involving area teams for the week of Feb. 16-21. Coaches, report schedule changes and results to joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Northeast Regional basketball (At Pete Mathews Coliseum) CLASS 1A GIRLS Tuesday, Feb. 17 Winterboro vs. Appalachian, 9 a.m. Jacksonville Christian vs. Ider, noon Tuesday, Feb. 24 Championship, 9 a.m. CLASS 1A BOYS Tuesday, Feb. […]