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Gordo and Pickens County set to meet for 100th time in the '8-Mile War'
When you think of rivalries in the state of Alabama, of course, the Iron Bowl is the first thing that comes to mind. Alabama and Auburn’s feud on the football field is known nationwide. However, what if I told you, there’s a high school rivalry in our state, that burns even deeper? A rivalry that you may have never even heard about. It’s Gordo and Pickens County. Simply known as, "The 8-Mile War"
Pickens County looks to Jerry Moran Bill to save the county's hospital
Residents of Pickens County packed the service center auditorium in Carrollton to learn why the county was in debt and what would happen moving forward to help reopen the Pickens County hospital. The facility closed back in March of 2020 due to financial challenges, forcing residents to travel to Tuscaloosa...
Blank Space Bham installs new mural near City Walk [PHOTOS]
If you’ve been near Uptown lately, you might have noticed a new mural pop up on the side of the Sheraton Hotel facing City Walk BHAM. We spoke to local muralist and Blank Space Bham founder Meghan McCollum about its design and how this vibrant new project came to be.
Tuscaloosa’s Tropically Themed Daq Shack Now Open, Offering 14 Frozen Flavors
Tuscaloosa's downtown daiquiri destination is now open, where an entrepreneur has moved into the space next to his restaurant to offer the boozy beverage in 13 frozen flavors and one nonalcoholic option. Pete Zimmer owns and operates Ajian, the build-your-own-roll sushi shop he opened with Alabama's two-time national championship-winning quarterback...
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....
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