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Solomon Dacres ready to finally ‘put Michael Webster to bed’
It is often said that you never get a second chance to make a first impression but Solomon Dacres gets the opportunity to do just that in Birmingham on Saturday night. In November, and just days after signing with Queensberry Promotions, Dacres, 8-0 (2 KOs), was quickly given a platform to defend his English heavyweight title. The fighter in the opposite corner – Michael Webster – may have brought an unbeaten record with him but, in reality, he was there to provide Dacres with a respectable name to showcase his talents against,
2 arrested in connection to drug trafficking in Colbert Co.
SHEFFIELD, Ala. (WAFF) - Two people were arrested in connection to trafficking drugs in Colbert County on Friday morning. According to the Colbert County Sheriff’s Office, a search warrant was issued at a home on 13th Avenue in Sheffield. At the house, deputies said 40 grams of methamphetamine, a 22 caliber rifle, and $388 were found.
Victory Cheer Academy introducing new Victory Gymnastics program in September
CULLMAN, Ala. – Victory Cheer Academy recently announced the launch of its new gymnastics program, Victory Gymnastics, with evaluations scheduled from Aug. 20-23, from 4-7 p.m. As spaces are limited, prospective participants are encouraged to book their slots early to ensure enrollment. Additionally, early registrants will receive a $30 discount on September tuition. Those who sign up by July 31 will be entered into a drawing for free tuition in September, while those who sign up by Aug. 19 will be entered to win a free leotard.
Millbrook 11U All-Stars win World Series
The Firehawks brought home some hardware. The Millbrook Firehawks, an 11U All-Star baseball team, traveled down to Baton Rouge and claimed the USSSA 11U All-Star World Series last weekend. The team, which consists of CJ Jackson, Jason Thomas, Justice Gadaingan, Karson Wilson, Shawn Compton, Christian Lewis, Chase Deaton, Carter Taylor, Cam Smith, Caden Southerland and Brantley Jackson, went 6-1 in the tournament and outscored opponents 57-21.
Auburn RB Brian Battie able to walk with cane as recovery continues, his family says
Auburn football running back Brian Battie is able to walk with a cane as he continues to recover from being critically injured in a May 18 shooting, his family updated Saturday through a GoFundMe account. Battie, who sustained a gunshot wound to the head, spent weeks in the intensive care unit at Sarasota Memorial Hospital in Florida. He moved to the intensive rehabilitation facility at the hospital in late June, and he "was cleared to eat regular...
Gauging Alabama’s chances to land another 5-star defender
As it wraps up a whirlwind summer on the recruiting trail, Alabama leads the nation with five 5-star commitments in the 2025 class. The Tide currently has the top recruiting class in the country per On3, and is still in play for several key prospects. Of Bama’s five 5-stars, only...
Vinemont Council holds special-called meeting to discuss pending litigation
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Town Council held a special-called meeting on Tuesday, July 16, at which the council went into executive session to discuss pending litigation involving the municipality. No details were disclosed. Mayor Radginal Dodson, along with all council members, Town Clerk Kayecea Sasser, Assistant Clerk Madison...
Merry Fishmas! The Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo is back
MOBILE, Ala. (WPMI) — Merry Fishmas! The Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo is back!. A beautiful speckled trout was caught in the Gulf of Mexico Friday afternoon by an angler taking part in the Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo. So why in the world, a short time later, was...
Christmas in July fundraiser supports AIDB students Saturday
VINCENT, Ala. (WIAT) – Pier 59 is hosting a fundraiser Saturday for the Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind. It is meant to raise money to help buy Christmas presents for the students who attend the school. Mike Royer has been involved with the Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind about a decade […]
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