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Metal cups among items newly prohibited in Tuscaloosa County schools
TUSCALOOSA COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — Students attending Tuscaloosa County Schools can expect some new changes when classes get underway in August. Every county high school and middle school will have weapon detection systems installed to keep students, teachers and administrators safe. Jennifer Teffs lives in Lakeview and has children who attend Brookwood high and […]
UPDATE: City provides more details on impact of Jefferson County sewer project
The city of Homewood has provided more details about the impact of the Jefferson County sewer project that began in the Hollywood neighborhood on July 10. The project is part of County efforts to upsize and repair pipes throughout Mountain Brook, Homewood and Birmingham. Updates are as follows:. There will...
Bessemer BOE votes not move forward with HVAC, roof repairs
Bessemer City Board of Education held a regular board meeting Tuesday night. The board has less than 10 days to submit their response to Dr. Eric Mackey's letter. In his letter, Mackey outlines five major concerns including, finances, student learning, facilities, personnel, and board governance. If the Bessemer Board of Education's response is deemed inadequate the state could intervene.
Election day in Birmingham: Polls open in race to replace John Rogers
Voters in parts of Birmingham and Jefferson County will go to the polls today to pick who will replace longtime Alabama Rep. John Rogers. Polls are open from 7 am. to 7 p.m. Kelvin Datcher and Frank Woodson, both Democrats, are seeking the House District 52 seat. The district will...
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