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Chattanooga area under an air quality alert starting midnight Aug 27
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — A Code Orange Air Quality Alert is in effect for the Chattanooga area starting at midnight, August 27, 2024. The alert will end at midnight, August 28, 2024. This alert has been issued by the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation. A code orange means...
WATCH: In-state Vols WR commit shows off speed on game-winning touchdown
Joakim Dodson started his senior season Sunday afternoon by making a highlight-reel play to help his team rally for a season-opening win in a nationally televised game. The Class of 2025 wide receiver from Baylor School in Chattanooga, Tenn., who has been committed to Tennessee for more than six months, turned a screen pass into a 53-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter that turned out to be the game-winning score in the Red Raiders' 21-14 victory over Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School of Rabun Gap, Ga.
Florence’s Stewart Cink gets his first PGA Tour Champions victory
Stewart Cink won the Ally Challenge going away on Sunday for his first PGA Tour Champions victory. An alumnus of Bradshaw High School in Florence, the 51-year-old Cink won his 10th start on the 50-and-older tour. He’s finished in the top 10 eight times. On Sunday, Cink carded a...
Shoals nonprofit in need of volunteers for upcoming Winter Shelter Season
A nonprofit dedicated to helping unhoused people in the Shoals is looking for volunteers for the upcoming Winter Shelter Season. Home Free Haven works to provide shelter, support, and other resources to unhoused individuals living in the Shoals area. The organization's Winter Shelter Program provides access to warm buildings, hot...
Samford University’s Teacher Education Program Earns National Recognition for Top Clinical Training
In March 2024, the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) released a Clinical Practice Framework, grounded in research and perspectives from the field of education, which details six focus areas that contribute to a strong clinical experience for future teachers. Samford University’s Orlean Beeson School of Education was featured twice...
Pest control expert offers tips on keeping critters out of your home ahead of the fall season
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - It certainly might not feel like it just yet, but as we inch closer to cooler temperatures, you may want to start thinking of keeping unwanted guests out of your home. While it may be tempting to consider packing up and moving at the sight of...
The Local Lemon celebrates Grand Opening in Prattville
The Local Lemon held their official Grand Opening at their new store front on Saturday in Prattville. Their store is located at 702A Commerce Court in Prattville. They offer the freshest, most delicious variety of lemonades in town including sugar-free options as well. Their big day consisted of serving refreshing lemonade drinks, hosting local vendors in store, a food truck, and raffle giveaways from area businesses.
TBI: Knox County deputies' pursuit of suspected kidnapper ended in a barrage of bullets
None of the Knox County Sheriff's officers who chased down and killed a kidnapping suspect near the Georgia state line were wearing body cameras, a Tennessee Bureau of Investigation found. Knox County deputies opened fire and killed a man wanted for kidnapping an 11-year-old girl in February. He was on the run...
More heat and humidity across Alabama this week. Storms return for the Labor Day weekend.
Www.youtube.com – WVTM 13 News – 2024-08-26 05:55:43. SUMMARY: A historic moment was marked by cheers at a statue unveiling. The week starts with comfortable temperatures, but humidity and heat will gradually increase. Most of the week will remain dry until the weekend, when scattered afternoon showers and thunderstorms are expected. Downtown Birmingham shows no visibility issues, with a brightening sky. Temperatures will reach 94°F on Saturday, with a 40% chance of storms. The weekend won’t be a total washout, but outdoor plans may be impacted by strong winds and frequent lightning. Early week temperatures will peak, leading to high heat index values by Thursday.
Game of the Week: Fyffe hits the road to take on Pisgah
PISGAH, Ala. (WAFF) - A battle of two preseason number one teams kicks off Friday August 30. The Fyffe Red Devils, ranked number one in Class 3A, will travel to face the Pisgah Eagles, ranked number one in Class 2A. Both teams met in the Class 2A playoff semifinals during...
Educator Toolkit can help teach students about Social Security | KYLLE' D. MCKINNEY
A well-informed instructor can have a powerful influence on their students. That’s why we created the Educator Toolkit. This toolkit is easy to use and provides shareable online resources that teachers can use to engage students and educate them about Social Security. The Educator Toolkit includes: Lesson plans with objectives.Infographics and handouts for each...
2 Alabama HBCUs compete in National Battle of the Bands
HOUSTON, Texas — Two of Alabama's historically Black colleges and universities competed Sunday in the 10th annualNational Battle of the Bands at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas. Eight bands were chosen from around the nation to perform this year, including the Miles College Purple Marching Machine and the Tuskegee...
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