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Which Alabama high school has the best nickname?
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Watch 10 Alabama startups compete for $75K on August 15
This summer, some of the brightest minds in Alabama are competing for a cash prize that could jumpstart their business. The Economic Development Partnership of Alabama (EDPA) is hosting Alabama Launchpad—a startup bootcamp where participants, learn from experienced entrepreneurs and compete for a combined $75K in funding. The competition...
RHS rising freshman Entrekin chosen to Team Alabama for prestigious baseball tournament
After an excellent debut season with the Russellville High School varsity baseball team in the spring, rising freshman Brayden Entrekin has received a special, exclusive invitation to compete with another squad later this month. Entrekin—a versatile player for the Golden Tigers during their 2024 campaign, especially on the mound—was selected...
1 killed, 1 injured in Tuscaloosa crash
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — A Brookwood man was killed in a two-vehicle crash Tuesday evening in Tuscaloosa. The crash happened at the intersection of 55th Avenue East and Old Birmingham Highway when a truck crossed the center lane of Old Birmingham Road and crashed into an oncoming Jeep. Tuscaloosa Police Department said the crash happened […]
Popular Grocery Chain Closing Over 30 Locations
Ever since the pandemic hit, and still to this day, businesses have been struggling to stay afloat. Closing down stores that are underperforming, and having to file for bankruptcy seem to be the norm of today's day and age. Popular grocery chain closing over 2 dozen locations. Stop & Shop,...
In-state 5-Star LB schedules Alabama visit
Anthony Jones is set to visit Alabama and Auburn this month. Jones is a 2026 linebacker prospect out of St. Paul’s Episcopal High School in Mobile, Alabama. He currently garners a five-star rating from multiple recruiting sites with offers from schools from around the country. The rising junior is set to visit the Auburn Tigers on July 27 and make his way to Tuscaloosa on July 28.
Alcorn State football predicted to finish 1st in SWAC West; two players named to All-SWAC first-team
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WLBT) - Alcorn State football has high expectations heading into the 2024 season. On Tuesday, despite entering his first year as the head coach of the Braves, Cedric Thomas and Alcorn have been predicted by the SWAC to win the western division, receiving 11 first-place votes. Alcorn State just missed out on a SWAC Championship appearance last season, finishing the year 7-4.
Trojans' Chris Lewis out for the season following cancer diagnosis, treatment
TROY, Ala. (WTVY) - Troy University’s wide receiver Chris Lewis will not play football during the upcoming season following his bone cancer diagnosis and treatment, he told ESPN. Lewis first opened up about his cancer diagnosis in March, explaining that he learned about a malignant bone tumor behind his...
Goodwill set to host multi-employer hiring event in Eufaula
EUFAULA, Ala. (WTVM)—A job fair in Eufaula on July 23 will offer more than 170 various job openings. Goodwill Industries of Southern Rivers is partnered with Eufaula Parks and Recreation for the event. It will be held at the Eufaula Community Center at 750 Lake Drive in Eufaula from...
Prattville paramedic named Alabama Firefighter of the Year
PRATTVILLE, Ala. (WSFA) - A paramedic in Prattville has been honored with a statewide award, the Prattville Fire Department announced in a social media post. Firefighter paramedic Josh Shedd was honored Tuesday night with the State of Alabama Firefighter of the Year award. Shedd was nominated by his command staff...
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 […]
True Treasure Hunt: World’s Longest Yard Sale begins in August in Gadsden
GADSDEN, Ala. (WBRC) - You could wake up early every Saturday morning for a month and still not see it all! The World’s Longest Yard Sale is happening Aug. 1-4 and as they say, “One man’s junk is another man’s treasure.”. The boulevard of bargains stretches...
These Alabama Winn-Dixies are being converted to Aldi stores
Three Alabama Winn-Dixie stores are slated to be converted into Aldi locations. According to the company, the stores at 10 McFarland Blvd. in Northport, 2910 Morgan Road in Bessemer and 4701 Center Point Road in Pinson will become Aldi stores. A company spokesperson said more information will be made available...
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