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RESULTS: 2024 U.S. Amateur Four-Ball Qualifier
Ian Weinburg, a Cleveland Heights native, and Conner Pratt, from Hoover, Alabama, posted the day’s low round at Avon Oaks Country Club in the U.S. Amateur Four-Ball Qualifier. The pairing cleared the rest of the field by two strokes, posting an 11-under 61. Weinburg and Pratt combined for nine birdies and an eagle on their round. The duo avoided any bogeys on their card, which allowed them to comfortably avoid any playoff scenario.
New refugee resettlement group sets up shop in Hoover
Birmingham Cross Cultural Connections, a new refugee resettlement and development organization in Hoover, will celebrate a ribbon cutting and open house Friday, Aug. 16, at 11 a.m. at its office at 2025 Patton Chapel Road, Suite B. The organization has already received its first several refugee families and plans to...
Frat boys versus the Power Five? That's one way to describe an Alabama high school football season opener
The challenge of David going up against Goliath in high school football was rather poignantly summed up by one Alabama football coach this week. He said that his season-opening opponent is so good…how good are they? They are so good that when his players graduate and go to college, they’ll be in the stands cheering on some of the players they will face next week.
31-year-old man ID’d as motorcyclist killed in Center Point Parkway crash
Authorities have released the name of a motorcyclist killed in a two-vehicle crash on Center Point Parkway. The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office identified the fatality victim as Kameron Lenorris Tompkins. He was 31 and lived in Pinson. The crash happened about 3:30 p.m. Wednesday near Cheyenne Boulevard. That location...
N.J. woman, 29, found dead on side of Alabama road
No foul play was involved in the death of a New Jersey woman whose body was found over the weekend in western Jefferson County in Alabama. The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office on Thursday identified the woman as 29-year-old Miyell Johnson, also known as Kimberly Ann Agere. She lived in Long Branch.
Taking flight: Oak Mountain kicks off season with community at annual Eagle Day
The Oak Mountain community packed the stands at Heardmont Park for a day of family fun and to get its first glimpse of the Eagles ahead of the season at the 26th annual Eagle Day on Saturday, Aug. 10. The post Taking flight: Oak Mountain kicks off season with community at annual Eagle Day appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Man arrested for attempted kidnapping of 4-year-old at Fairfield gas station
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - A 55-year-old Jefferson County man is under arrest for attempting to kidnap a 4-year-old August 14. Jimmy Cone is charged with first-degree kidnapping and child abuse maltreat. He is in the Jefferson County Jail. Deputies responded to the Marathon Gas Station at 7150 Aaron Aronov Drive...
AHSAA reclassification leads to big changes in AL.com preseason volleyball rankings
The AL.com high school volleyball preseason rankings usually feature several defending champions at No. 1, all expected to compete for the title again. 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.
Schellman Acquires Alabama-Based INSYTE CPAs
Top 50 CPA firm Schellman & Co. has added INSYTE CPAs, a Birmingham, AL-based firm whose professionals specialize in risk management, internal control, and business performance. As part of the transaction, INSYTE’s clients and personnel will transition to Tampa, FL-based Schellman. Led by founder and Managing Partner Cindy Wyatt,...
Guin Service, LLC opens new building
Guin Service, LLC opened a new building in early August, relocating to Irondale from their space in Birmingham. The new building is located at 2880 Crestwood Blvd. The plumbing business is owned by Joseph Braswell and serves the Birmingham metro area. Braswell is the President of the Board of Directors for the Mountain Brook Chamber of Commerce.
University of Alabama at Birmingham to open a new dental clinic in Decatur
DECATUR, Ala. (WAFF) - The University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry plans to open a clinic at the Decatur Morgan Hospital Parkway campus. The University of Alabama at Birmingham will operate the clinic. Medical students and residents will get the chance to learn really important hands-on skills. The...
Blazers Defeat ETSU 1-0 in Home Opener
BIRMINGHAM – Abby Graeser's goal in the 82nd minute was all the offense UAB needed in its 1-0 victory over ETSU in the 2024 season opener at PNC Field on Thursday night. The goal began with a penalty kick from Maia Sirota, with the Bucs goalkeeper Ashton Blair having a save. From Blair's save the ball bounced off the top of the post and fell right in line for Graeser to head the ball in for a goal.
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