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New Marshalls on 280 opening Thursday
The new Marshalls on U.S. 280 will be open in time for Labor Day weekend. The store will hold its grand opening on Thursday at River Ridge eight months after it first announced its intention to open the store. “We believe that everyone deserves to get the good stuff, and...
Huntsville’s Apple store is relocating - here’s where it will be
Apple Bridge Street in Huntsville is moving, but relax... it’s not that far. The Apple store will relocate within the development to 300 The Bridge St. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
More than $50K will be distributed to B’ham small businesses through Penny Foundation Future Forward Grant Cycle
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The Penny Foundation is hosting its 7th Future Forward Grant Cycle, where more than $50,000 will be distributed to local small businesses and non-profits. The Penny Foundations says the Future Forward Fund provides an opportunity to access resources from trusted organizations that are committed to the...
City of Birmingham sues motel owners, citing 'dangerous and life-threatening activity'
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBMA) — The city of Birmingham filed a lawsuit against the owners of a motel in effort to have it declared a public nuisance. According to court documents, the city cited "dangerous and life-threatening activity occurring at or near" the property of Relax Inn for the reason for the complaint.
Oxford Fire Department Prepares Finalists for State Certification in Firefighter Bridge Program
Oxford, AL – Candidates for state firefighter certification are entering the final days of the Oxford Fire Department/Alabama Fire College Firefighter Bridge Program, an annual six-week initiative that enables certified volunteer firefighters to complete an abbreviated recruit school and transition to state-certified firefighters. This certification is a crucial step for those seeking a professional career in […] The post Oxford Fire Department Prepares Finalists for State Certification in Firefighter Bridge Program appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Former Auburn, LSU quarterback to start against Alabama in Week 1
Set to travel to Tuscaloosa in Week 1, the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers have announced that TJ Finley will start at quarterback for the program when they play the Alabama Crimson Tide on Saturday. A familiar face to Alabama fans, Finley transferred to Western Kentucky this past offseason from Texas State,...
TVA Pushes Through Surprise Rate Increase for Customers
Leadership recently announced critical details about the utility's plans to increase rates, raising costs for millions of customers across. hundreds of local power companies. , the utility announced its second rate increase this year, adding another 5.25% in increased electricity costs to consumer bills, in part to subsidize unproven small modular nuclear reactor technology that the utility is banking on rather than increasing investment in renewable energy and necessary transmission infrastructure.
Florence Program Created to Help Homeless Population Get IDs | August 27, 2024 | News 19 at 5 p.m.
Government IDs are necessary to get government assistance, a job, rent a place to stay – and much more. Not having access to one can make it that much harder for those who experience homelessness to better their situation.
Alabama Department of Environmental Management announces over $2.5 million in grants
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The Gulf Coast is getting a boost in recycling efforts as the Alabama Department of Environmental Management announced over $2.5 million in grants to cities, counties, agencies, and nonprofits across the state. According to an ADEM press release, 18 entities received a total of $2,581,070 in grant funding. Gulf Coast entities […]
Rabies in wildlife highlights the importance of vaccinating pets
Over the past few weeks, cases of rabies in wildlife have exposed several pets. In the city limits of Hokes Bluff in Etowah County, a raccoon positive for rabies was found inside a fenced yard. Three dogs in the yard were exposed to rabies. In early August in Sylacauga, Talladega County, a bat positive for rabies was found on a front porch and a cat was likely exposed. The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) reminds the public that rabies is a viral disease that can be fatal if untreated.
Alabama-based shipbuilder Austal USA agrees to pay $24 million to settle accounting fraud probe
Austal USA, an Alabama-based shipbuilder that makes vessels for the U.S. Navy, has admitted wrongdoing and agreed to pay a $24 million fine to settle an accounting fraud investigation, the U.S. Department of Justice announced Tuesday.
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