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Columbus discusses flooding issues on northside
Www.wcbi.com – Eric Lampkin – 2024-07-17 18:36:10. SUMMARY: The Columbus City Council approved an Army Corps of Engineers grant application to address long-standing flooding issues on the city's northside. The project involves cleaning a ditch near Columbus Brick and building a detention pond to mitigate flooding on 21st through 23rd Streets North and 23rd Avenue North. Despite concerns about funding sources and potential impacts on road maintenance funds, the council passed the measure five to one, with Councilman Joseph Mickens dissenting. Mayor Keith Gaskin emphasized the urgent need to address the decade-long flooding issues, particularly in underserved areas. The city's $1 million match will be budgeted upon receiving the grant.
Tuscaloosa’s Sitar to Open New “Express” Location North of River
It will soon be easier than ever to get the legendary taste of Tuscaloosa's Sitar of India hot to go after they open a new "Express" location north of the Black Warrior River. A spokesperson for the restaurant told the Thread that after 20 years introducing Tuscaloosa to the delights of Indian cuisine, the owners at Sitar are ready to expand and have signed a lease to open a new space in northern Tuscaloosa.
Birmingham metro’s 6th Boston Fish Supreme has opened in Hoover
Boston Fish Supreme has opened in Hoover’s Riverchase Plaza. The popular seafood joint moved into the former Falafel Cafe space in mid-June. The new location is Boston Fish Supreme’s sixth in the Birmingham metro area. A spokesperson at the Boston Fish Supreme in Hoover told Bham Now that...
DeJuana Thompson steps down as Birmingham Civil Rights Institute president
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBMA) — The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute (BCRI) announced Wednesday that BCRI president and CEO, DeJuana Thompson will step down from the position. BCRI said Thompson will transition from her post in order to increase her focus on voting rights activities and community organizing in advance of the national political elections this fall.
Proposed Birmingham short-term rental rules sent back after residents express deep concerns
The Birmingham Zoning Advisory Committee (ZAC) has asked the city’s planning staff to go back to the drawing board and incorporate the comments Magic City residents made about a proposed short-term rental ordinance governing places like Airbnb, Vrbo and other platforms. On Tuesday, July 16th, the committee held a...
Mass shooting at unlicensed venue prompts property owner response
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBMA) — A memorial now sits outside the doors of 3427 27th Street N. in Birmingham. Over the weekend, a mass shooting claimed the lives of four people and injured ten others. While police search for the person responsible, questions have been raised about how that venue...
Funeral for 3 family members killed in Birmingham mass shooting to be held Saturday
Funeral plans have been announced for three family members killed in a Birmingham mass shooting at an adult birthday, including a woman and her grandson. A joint service will be held at Boutwell Auditorium Saturday for Angela Weatherspoon, 56, Markeisha Gettings, 42, and Lerandus Anderson, 24. Weatherspoon was Anderson’s grandmother.
New seafood restaurant, Magnolia Point, now open in Southside
Today, Magnolia Point—a new seafood restaurant created by Pihakis Restaurant Group and local developer Michael Mouron—officially opened its doors to the public. Read on to learn everything you need to know about Magnolia Point, including its menu, hours and more. Magnolia Point now open in Southside. In 2021,...
United Way Hands On hosting backpack drive for central Alabama students
From United Way of Central Alabama BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — In preparation for the upcoming school year, United Way Hands On, the volunteer center for United Way of Central Alabama (UWCA), is seeking donations of backpacks and school supplies as part of a Back-to-School Backpack Drive, which runs from July 8th to 26th. UWCA is welcoming […] The post United Way Hands On hosting backpack drive for central Alabama students appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
$25,000 cash reward for information on death of Birmingham 5-year-old
BIRMINGHAM, Ala (WIAT) – A $25,000 reward has been offered by the Birmingham Police Department and Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama for information in the case of five-year-old shooting victim Landyn Brooks. Brooks and his mother, Arkia Berry, were in a vehicle with Eric Ashley Jr. when the vehicle was shot at by an unknown […]
90′s back to school gospel concert happening this weekend
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The Birmingham Youth and Young Adult Fellowship Choir is inviting families to enjoy gospel music while getting prepped for the new school year. The choir is hosting a “Back to the 90′s” gospel concert for parents and students in the community. At the event, families will be given free school supplies for the upcoming year. The choir’s founder and director, Ahkeem Lee, says it was originally founded for this purpose almost nine years ago.
Birmingham City Council Passes Gaza Ceasefire Resolution
The Birmingham City Council on Tuesday passed a resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. The 141-square-mile territory has experienced historic levels of civilian deaths since Israel began a military offensive in response to the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks. According to Gaza’s Health Ministry, more than 38,700 people have died in the action.
College Football game brings excitement, hope to HBCU players
The College Football 25 video game was released the afternoon before SWAC Media Day and everyone was buzzing about the 'what if' of HBCUs being in the game. The post College Football game brings excitement, hope to HBCU players appeared first on HBCU Gameday.
‘Zero hesitation’: Birmingham Fire Chief Cory Moon donated kidney to older brother
As a longtime city of Birmingham firefighter and now chief of the City of Birmingham Fire & Rescue Service (BFRS), Cory D. Moon is used to saving lives. But one life that he’s saved is special to his family — his brother Rodney’s, he said. The selfless...
Trinity's Smith puts on a show for South, but results are the same
Tuesday’s North-South game in girls basketball followed a familiar theme. The North girls shot better from the field, better from the 3-point arc and better from the free-throw line while coming up with more rebounds and more steals. The South kept close for much of the first half, but...
Freedom on the River attracts big crowd
Freedom on the River saw a big crowd show up for the annual event, featuring music, children’s parade and a fireworks display. Demopolis Chamber of Commerce director Monica King said she was pleased with the turnout. She estimated that there were between 700 and 800 people attending at the City Landing with more watching from […] The post Freedom on the River attracts big crowd appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
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