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Nitha Storey hired as Sylacauga High School’s new JAG Specialist
SYLACAUGA, Ala. – Sylacauga High School (SHS) has appointed Ms. Nitha Storey as the school’s new Jobs for Alabama’s Graduates (JAG) Specialist. Storey, a long-time presence at SHS, will now help prepare students for successful careers, ensure they graduate college, and establish students as career ready. The...
Future NFL Hall of Famer visits Alabama football
J.J. Watt made a visit to Alabama football Friday to speak with the Crimson Tide 2024 team. Watt is considered by many to be a future hall of famer after earning three Defensive Player of the Year awards and being named to the 2010s All-Decade Team. Alabama has had several...
Speed dating events planned in Hoover and Vestavia Hills
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A speed dating organization has several events planned for the greater Birmingham area starting next week and lasting until October. The Pre-Dating Speed Dating company will host nine different events with participant’s ages ranging from 20 to 69 depending on the night itself. Click here to browse the event schedules and […]
Auburn Athletics ‘Tiger Talk’ to debut Aug. 19 for 35th season
AUBURN, Ala. (WBRC) - Auburn’s weekly radio show, Tiger Talk, will move to Monday nights throughout the 2024 football season, the university announced Friday. The popular radio show, which is entering its 35th year, will debut Aug. 19 at 6.p. and will be hosted by Voice of the Tigers Andy Burcham and Brad Law. During home football game weeks, the show will broadcast from Baumhower’s Victory Grille in Auburn. The first iteration of the show at Baumhower’s is scheduled for Aug. 26.
Alabama Lands Four on Lombardi Watch List
Alabama Football continues to rack up the preseason recognition, with four more players named to an award watchlist. The Lombardi Award is presented annually to the top lineman in college football, regardless of offense or defense. Alabama \'s interior offensive line is being recognized for the award, as well as a defender.
43rd Annual Franklin County Watermelon Festival kicks off this weekend
RUSSELLVILLE, Ala. — The Franklin County Watermelon Festival takes place this weekend, August 16-17, in Russellville, the "Watermelon Capital of Alabama." Held every third weekend in August, the festival promises two days of live music, contests, and family-friendly activities, along with plenty of sweet watermelon. 6 p.m.: Festival opens.
Happenings in North Alabama the weekend of August 16-18
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — This weekend has some events to keep in mind!. Newcomer’s Fair - On August 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., residents are invited to meet Madison representatives from key community groups at the library. The event will include a meet-and-greet with community groups, speed friending, and a performance by Lana White.
CBS Sports shares an early prediction of Auburn football’s postseason fate
The Auburn Tigers head into year two of the Hugh Freeze era and look to gain ground in its rebuilding efforts. The Tigers earned six wins in 2023 and grabbed a postseason bid to play in the Music City Bowl at season’s end. Auburn, however, wants to right the ship as the program has not won more than six games in a season since 2019. Due to their extensive revamp of the offense, many outlets are projecting Auburn to take that much-needed step forward this season. One of those outlets, CBS Sports, is projecting Auburn to make another bowl appearance in 2024....
Monrovia residents say full story isn’t being told following officials’ request to conserve water
Some residents are frustrated over the Harvest-Monrovia Water and Sewer Authority's request to voluntarily conserve with some saying their water provider isn't telling the full story.
Shoal Creek Park discussed as potential site for Montevallo community center
The topic of Shoal Creek Park’s potential use as the site of a new community center was discussed during a regularly scheduled Montevallo City Council meeting on Monday, Aug. 12. The post Shoal Creek Park discussed as potential site for Montevallo community center appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
RESULTS: 2024 U.S. Amateur Four-Ball Qualifier
Ian Weinberg, a Cleveland Heights native, and Conner Pratt, from Hoover, Alabama, posted the day’s low round at Avon Oaks Country Club in the U.S. Amateur Four-Ball Qualifier. The pairing cleared the rest of the field by two strokes, posting an 11-under 61. Weinburg and Pratt combined for nine birdies and an eagle on their round. The duo avoided any bogeys on their card, which allowed them to comfortably avoid any playoff scenario.
Update: Heat advisory previously issued will expire at 7 p.m.
The advisory was for Lauderdale, Colbert, Franklin, Lawrence, Limestone, Madison, Morgan, Marshall and Cullman counties. "Heat index values have dropped below criteria. Therefore, the Heat Advisory has been allowed to expire," according to the National Weather Service. Hot weather safety: Weather service tips for staying safe and healthy. Stay hydrated:...
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