Jacksonville State University celebrates opening of Randy Owen Center for the Performing Arts

Jacksonville State University marked a major milestone with the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Randy Owen Center for the Performing Arts. The ceremony was held Tuesday at the university, honoring Randy Owen, the lead singer of the country music group Alabama. Owen attended Jacksonville State University and currently serves on its board of trustees. “I’m very thankful; I’m very humbled,” Owen said. A grand opening celebration is planned for Wednesday night, which will include a concert inside the facility. Your neighborhood: Local coverage from WVTM 13

JACKSONVILLE, Ala. —

Jacksonville State University marked a major milestone with the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Randy Owen Center for the Performing Arts.

The ceremony was held Tuesday at the university, honoring Randy Owen, the lead singer of the country music group Alabama.

Owen attended Jacksonville State University and currently serves on its board of trustees.

“I’m very thankful; I’m very humbled,” Owen said.

A grand opening celebration is planned for Wednesday night, which will include a concert inside the facility.

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