Calhoun County Commission Wraps Up 2024 with Recognitions and Year-End Actions
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Commission held its final meeting of the year on Thursday, December 19, 2024, marking the occasion with special recognitions and a robust agenda addressing community improvements and administrative matters. Alabama Power Foundation Good Roots Grant The Commission received a notable contribution from the Alabama Power Foundation to enhance local […]
U.S. Senator Katie Britt Joins Senate Judiciary Committee
WASHINGTON, D.C., – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) has announced her appointment to the Senate Judiciary Committee for the 119th Congress. The Judiciary Committee is responsible for evaluating judicial nominations, including those for the Supreme Court, and overseeing legislative matters related to immigration and constitutional issues. This development comes as the committee prepares to hold […]
Greg Barker Elected to ONE East Alabama Board, Continues Economic Development Leadership with Kelley Pearce to Continue as Director
East Alabama – Greg Barker has been elected as a Board Member of ONE East Alabama, where he will also serve as an economic development advisor. In these roles, Barker will collaborate with the board, staff, and economic allies to advance the organization’s growth priorities and goals for the region. Barker brings a wealth of […]
Starbucks to Open in Anniston’s Summerall Subdivision, Boosting Local Economy
Anniston, AL – The City of Anniston is excited to announce the arrival of Starbucks, the globally recognized coffeehouse chain, to the city-owned Summerall Subdivision. With over 16,000 locations across all 50 U.S. states and operations in 85 countries, Starbucks brings its world-class coffee and sustainable practices to this vibrant community. The new Starbucks will […]
Right Time, Job in Jacksonville
Jacksonville, AL – New Jax State head coach Kelly says program has what it needs to continue to recruit well, be successful in its FBS incarnation. By Joe Medley Rich Rodriguez won in the transfer portal while at Jacksonville State. He won in evaluating recruits within Jax State’s reach. He won enough for Jax State to […]
Man Killed in Calhoun County Multi-Vehicle Crash on Alabama 77
Ohatchee, AL – A multi-vehicle crash on Sunday, December 22, at approximately 8:25 p.m. claimed the life of a Cullman man and left three others injured. Caleb B. Falls, 28, was fatally injured when the 2024 Nissan Sentra he was driving was struck by a 2019 Ford Mustang driven by Robert A. Lavigne, 20, of […]
9th Annual Judkins Family, Friends, & Community Christmas BBQ Brings Holiday Cheer to Anniston
Anniston, AL – The holiday spirit is alive and well as the Judkins Family invites everyone to join them for the 9th Annual Family, Friends, & Community Christmas BBQ on Wednesday, December 25th at the Carver Center, located at 720 W. 14th Street in Anniston. The event runs from 12 Noon to 2 PM and […]
This Week’s Calhoun County Sports Schedule
Calhoun County, AL – High school sports events for area teams for the week of Dec. 23-28. Coaches, report schedules/results to 256-452-4240 or joe@wrightmediacorp.com. Basketball MONDAY, Dec. 23 Winterboro at Anniston Alexandria at Boaz Jacksonville Christian at Woodland THURSDAY, Dec. 26 Heflin Holiday Hoops Tournament Girls Piedmont vs. Randolph County, 9 a.m. Central-Clay vs. Ranburne, noon […]
Charles Kelly Returns to Jacksonville State as Head Football Coach
Jacksonville, AL — Jacksonville State University Vice President for Athletics Greg Seitz has announced the appointment of Charles Kelly as the 30th head football coach in the program’s history. A native of Ozark, Alabama, Kelly brings nearly 35 years of coaching experience, including five seasons at Jacksonville State under Hall of Fame coach Bill Burgess. […]
Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public Assistance in Property Crimes and Highlights ‘Catch of the Week’
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating recent property crimes and is calling on the public for help. By encouraging community involvement, the Sheriff’s Office hopes to improve public safety and hold those accountable for these criminal activities. Incident 1: On 12/12/24, a green Toro Rideon Skid Steer was rented under […]
