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Peanut Butter Festival seeking more vendors
In 1928, in the City of Brundidge, J.D. Johnston cranked out the city’s first commercially sold peanut butter in a two-story building on “Little Wall Street.” The peanut industry was the mainstay of the town’s economy through the Great Depression. In the 1950s, the larger peanut butter mills brought an end to the peanut butter […] The post Peanut Butter Festival seeking more vendors appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Prichard Preparatory School recognized for outstanding education program: Alabama Independent School Association
MOBILE COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — Officials have recognized a Prichard school’s “outstanding” educational program, News 5 has learned. The Alabama Independent School Association said Prichard Preparatory School was a 2023-2044 AISA Blue Ribbon School Award recipient. “In order to be considered for the AISA Blue Ribbon Award, a school must complete a rigorous application process […]
Clements gives State of Schools report; shows improvement in multiple facets
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The Chilton County Board of Education meeting on July 16 focused on recapping the last school year, and showcasing how far the school system has come in a short amount of time. Chilton County Schools Superintendent Corey Clements gave a State of Schools report to the board and those […] The post Clements gives State of Schools report; shows improvement in multiple facets appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
EPA seeks public input on cleanup of PCB-contaminated waters in East Alabama
CALHOUN COUNTY, Ala (WBMA) — PCB contamination in East Alabama waterways is now the focus of an EPA clean up project. First the agency wants to hear from the public. For many, Choccolocca Creek is a place to fish for dinner or recreation on a warm summer day. But posted advisories are a stark reminder of the pollutants below the surface that pose a danger to fish, wildlife and the public.
Terri Sewell to host resource fair, funding for 911 communications facility in Pickens County
Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) will host a resource fair in Aliceville on July 19 and she will also announce federal funding for a new 911 emergency communications facility in the county. The Youth Opportunities and Resource Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. "Youth ages 6-18 are...
The Weather Authority: Unsettled pattern through next week
WET/UNSETTLED PATTERN AHEAD: We have a few spotty showers over North Alabama early this morning, but the main round of showers and storms will come in the 12 noon to 12 midnight time frame later today and tonight as an upper trough beats down the heat ridge. Any one location has a 50-60 percent chance of seeing rain today with a high not too far from 90 degrees. The average high for Birmingham on July 18 is 91.
Shoppers, start your carts. Tax-free weekend is upon us in Alabama.
Shoppers, start your carts. Tax-free weekend for school supplies is coming to Alabama. A local sports stadium will sport a new name this fall, and a statewide volunteer contest comes to East Alabama. More wet weather is in the forecast and the North/South All-Star games continue. https://youtu.be/yuIKecwqLvs The post Shoppers, start your carts. Tax-free weekend is upon us in Alabama. appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
“Save our Shrimpers” highlighting struggles of Gulf seafood industry
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Gulf Coast Shrimpers say their industry could be washed away by a glut of foreign product that continues to flood the market. A special event is being held this weekend to help raise awareness of an issue that has some teetering on the brink. The first step is know what you’re […]
Better Business Bureau: Don’t get caught in a scam on Alabama’s tax-free holiday
We’re just a few days away from Alabama’s tax-free holiday, but the Better Business Bureau wants to make sure you make the best use of your money these next few days and don’t get caught up in a scam.
Challenger Center and CFNEA to Establish Challenger Learning Center in Northeast Alabama
Rainbow City, AL – Challenger Center, a renowned nonprofit organization specializing in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education, is joining forces with the Community Foundation of Northeast Alabama (CFNEA) to introduce a new Challenger Learning Center in Rainbow City, Etowah County. This initiative aims to provide cutting-edge STEM experiences to students from public and […] The post Challenger Center and CFNEA to Establish Challenger Learning Center in Northeast Alabama appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
TVA shares tips on saving money on your utilities
ALABAMA, USA — TVA is expecting the highest demand of their services Tuesday due to the intense heat coming to the Tennessee Valley. However, there are ways to beat the heat and lower costs on your utility bills. Here are some tips from experts at TVA:. Close your curtains/blinds...
Multiple West Alabama Cities Included In Heat Advisory
The cities of Moundville, Fayette, Eutaw, Demopolis, Tuscaloosa, and more are included in the latest Heat Advisory in West Alabama according to the National Weather Service in Birmingham. Residents are encouraged to stay cool and drink plenty of fluids across Alabama, as a “Heat Advisory” has been issued for Wednesday,...
Tennessee speeders targeted in five-state 'Operation Southern Slow Down'
If you've noticed in increase in police on the roads, we promise you're not crazy. Since July 15, law enforcement in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and Tennessee led the annual “Operation Southern Slow Down.” This week, there will be an increase in presence on the roads to cut back on speeding.
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