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UAB launches three new research centers
The University of Alabama at Birmingham Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine has added three new centers that will enhance UAB’s Research Strategic Initiative: Growth with Purpose. The Board of Trustees of the University of Alabama System approved the centers in the June 2024 meeting. Center for Lung Analytics...
Bham has one of the top United Way training programs in the US—how to apply by Aug. 2
Are you interested in growing your leadership skills, expanding your local network and giving back to important nonprofits? You need to know about United Way of Central Alabama (UWCA)’s Loaned Executive Program. Every year, 30 or so people (called “Loaned Executives,” but don’t let the name intimidate you) from...
Grant Opportunities For Nursing, Welding and More in Tuscaloosa
As we gear up for the upcoming school year, the Tuscaloosa Area Career Center is highlighting the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) grant. This valuable grant program is designed to assist individuals from low-income households in pursuing high-demand, high-wage career paths, ultimately leading to improved economic stability and a brighter future.
Proposed Birmingham charter has not met enrollment numbers, says state commission
The Alabama Public Charter School Commission said Monday that Freedom Prep, a charter school slated to open in Birmingham this fall, missed a deadline to meet its enrollment numbers for the coming school year. In a June meeting, the commission approved an amendment to the school’s charter contract that included...
How to help United Textiles recover after Bessemer fire
United Textiles, a beloved Bessemer home decor outlet experienced smoke and water damage from a fire next to their downtown storefront. The building next door caught fire on Friday afternoon, July 19th. Located at 1917 2nd Ave North, the store is home to the South’s largest selection of area rugs....
Sam’s Club and Costco members unhappy with changes
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Shoppers love Sam’s Club and Costco for their wide variety of items, low prices, and deep discounts if you buy in bulk. But both chains have just announced big changes that are making some longtime customers very unhappy. Sam’s Club has quietly made changes to...
Undergraduate researchers share six things you learn in UAB labs
Undergraduate research is such a part of the fabric of UAB that a symposium in the middle of July can attract a crowd. Nearly 300 students will be presenting their work at the Summer 2024 Expo this week. The event runs from July 22–26 online, with in-person oral presentations at Sterne Library from 8 a.m.-noon July 24 and poster presentations at the Alumni House on July 25 from 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Community college announces welding course specifically for women
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC/Gray News) – A community college in Alabama is holding a new welding course this fall specifically for women. The Women in Welding scholarship program is a 15-week welding course at Jefferson State Community College for 12 women who are looking to get into welding. Through a...
Brookwood Baptist Medical Center collecting school supplies
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Brookwood Baptist Medical Center needs your help getting students off on the right foot this school year. The hospital is collecting school supplies for students in the community until July 31. Donations can be dropped off in the hospital gift shop. To cap off the drive,...
Never be bothered by a spam call again with this simple setting
To reduce unwanted calls, add your number to the national "Do Not Call" registry, only allow calls from your contacts, answer unwanted calls and remain silent to confuse the dialer software, or use an app like RoboKeller, Hiya, or Truecaller.
Sylacauga School Nutrition announces free meals for 2024-2025 school year
SYLACAUGA, Ala. – The Sylacauga City Schools Nutrition Program has announced that breakfast & lunch will be provided at no charge for all students in all city schools. Nutritious meals come with no strings attached, there are no forms to fill out, nothing to submit, just the ability to take advantage of complimentary meals for the upcoming school year!
Off-duty Homewood police officer shot in Moody, suspect dead
MOODY, Ala.–A Homewood police officer is recovering after being shot while on his way to work Sunday morning, according to the Moody Police Department. According to Moody Police Chief Reece Smith, the Homewood police officer was shot at multiple times while sitting in his car outside of an apartment at the 2700 block of Ross Drive in Moody.
Suspect in Roebuck shooting arrested, charged with murder
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.–The Birmingham Police Department announced on Monday that it has made an arrest in connection to the death of Richard Allen Judkins, who was shot an killed at a business in Roebuck on Saturday. According to BPD officials, at 4:45 p.m. on Saturday a man walked into the...
[LISTEN] Coach Podo’s Positive Press – July 15, 2024
SYLACAUGA, Ala. – Listen to this week’s edition of Coach Podo’s Positive Press, where Coach Josh Podoris shares a good news story in our community and beyond. On this edition, Coach Podo and KiX County’s David McCurley speak with Raymond Hughes about the fireworks show he puts on every year in Sycamore near the Fourth of July.
An Alabama fall-off is wishful thinking
The fall-off, or at least the gradual decline, of the Alabama Football program has been widely anticipated across the college football landscape. Naturally, rival fan bases and media hope for the worst for the Crimson Tide following the retirement of Nick Saban. Even people affiliated with schools that have no connection to the Tide are rooting for the fall of the dynasty. They’ve watched Alabama win at an unprecedented clip for the last 15 years and they’re ready to see something new.
Plaintiffs say new Prattville Library policies remain unconstitutional
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The Autauga-Prattville Public Library Board enacted new policies last month that it hoped would satisfy a federal court. Bur the plaintiffs in that lawsuit entered a new filing Monday that says the new policies have the same problem as the old ones. “The Autauga-Prattville...
HPD's North Precinct hosts annual family fun night to close out summer
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — As summer draws to a close, the Huntsville Police Department's North Precinct is gearing up for a memorable Family Fun Night on Monday, July 29, inviting the community to join in for an evening of festivities. The annual Family Fun Night is scheduled for Monday, July...
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