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Chelsea dominates Mobile Christian for home opening victory
The Chelsea Hornets proved the value of a determined run game and secured a 24-3 victory in their home opener against the Mobile Christian Leopards on Friday, Aug. 23. The post Chelsea dominates Mobile Christian for home opening victory appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Will to win: Oak Mountain takes down rival Briarwood for 1-0 start
With his team up three and rival Briarwood stealing away momentum, Will O’Dell stepped on the field with 6:56 remaining in Oak Mountain’s season opener on Friday, Aug. 13 determined to put his name to the test and will his team to victory. The post Will to win: Oak Mountain takes down rival Briarwood for 1-0 start appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Reward offered in the death of a Sylacauga man
SYLACAUGA, Ala. – Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward starting at $1,000 for information that leads to an arrest in the August 15, 2024 shooting death of 45-year-old Michael Wells of Sylacauga. According to Investigators from the Talladega County Sheriff’s Department, deputies and medics were called to Pleasant...
FRIDAY NIGHT PREPS: Carver's big third quarter leads to romp over Vestavia; MA holds off Tallassee
G.W. Carver led by just one point late first half but scored late in the final minute and then took advantage of an early turnover with an interception and scored 13 unanswered points to start the second half on the way to a comfortable 41-19 win over Vestavia Hills in the AHSAA Kickoff Classic at Cramton Bowl on Friday.
Rebels fall hard to Carver in opener
MONTGOMERY — Vestavia Hills High School’s first-ever appearance in the season-opening AHSAA Kickoff Classic was not a memorable one as Carver dominated the Rebels 41-19 at Cramton Bowl on Friday night. Five turnovers by the Vestavia Hills offense, including four second-half interceptions thrown by quarterbacks Charlie Taaffe and...
Watch Live: Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs. Birmingham Legion FC live stream
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- It's a soccer night in Pittsburgh!The Pittsburgh Riverhounds are on the road facing Birmingham Legion FC and are looking to keep their unbeaten streak alive!The team ended a long winless streak in July with a 5-0 win over the Oakland Roots and dating back to July 13, they've rattled off three wins and four draws.Overall this season, the Riverhounds are sporting a record of 6-9-10. Kickoff tonight is set for 7:30 p.m. There are multiple ways to watch the Riverhounds this season, including by watching the live player above and by tuning into KDKA+!The Riverhounds' 2024 seasonKDKA+, which became...
1 arrested after robbery, foot chase with BPD
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - One man is in custody after running from Birmingham Police during a robbery Saturday afternoon. Birmingham Police say they were dispatched to a robbery in progress call in the 4600 block of 13th Avenue N. around 12:45 Saturday afternoon. Upon arrival, BPD says they learned that...
André Holland Comes Home to Alabama for Exhibiting Forgiveness Screening at Sidewalk Film Festival
André Holland grew up just outside Birmingham, Alabama and got his first acting experience on the storied city’s many stages. On Friday, he returned to one of Birmingham’s biggest for a screening of Exhibiting Forgiveness, the opening night film of the Sidewalk Film Festival, alongside its writer and director, Titus Kaphar.
Three Charged In Livestreamed Murder Of Young Mother
Asia Alyce Poole's fatal shooting was livestreamed on Facebook. Three people have finally been charged in relation to the killing of Asia Alyce Poole, who was fatally shot at a Birmingham, Alabama, apartment complex. The incident was streamed live on Facebook. Justin Jamond Hendrix, 20, and Taylor McCloud, 22 have...
McAdory Edges Pleasant Grove 38-35 in West Jefferson Rivalry Renewal
PLEASANT GROVE, AL – Head coach Aryvia Holmes’ McAdory Yellow Jackets edged Class 4A power Pleasant Grove with a 38-35 victory in the first meeting between the western Jefferson County programs since 2013 . The season opening victory extends the Yellow Jackets’ record to 21-2 over the Spartans in a series that dates back to 1971.
Three arrested in deadly shooting captured in Facebook videos, Alabama police say
Alabama police have arrested three people in connection with a deadly, apartment complex shooting that was captured and live streamed Facebook videos. Birmingham police said they arrested the following in connection with the killing of Asia Poole on Tuesday:. Ja’Niyah Hendrix, (19), of Birmingham, Alabama. Auto Theft ($30,000 Bond).
Birmingham Police celebrates largest graduating Academy class since 2020
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - 18 students graduated from the Birmingham Police Academy Friday. The class was so big BPD moved the event to Bill Harris Arena. The graduating class is also the department’s largest since April of 2020. “I decided to take this path because I do love my...
O'Dell's big night leads Eagles past Briarwood
SHELBY COUNTY -- The Eagles may have folded in a similar situation a year ago. They might have let a victory slip from their grasp when the momentum shifted to the opposite sideline. But not on this night. Oak Mountain High School’s football team weathered the challenges Briarwood presented Friday...
Back to School Tips from Judy Woods of Operation HOPE on Financial Structure and Discipline
Birmingham area K-12 schools re-opened from summer break over the past two weeks and college students across Alabama are now back on campus. The ringing of the school bell signals the start of a structured day filled with learning and growth. Similarly, financial success often hinges on discipline and a well-organized approach.
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