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‘We’re looking at a miracle’: Alabama baby celebrates first birthday after being given a 1% chance to live
Herron Abney III, affectionately known as Tripp, is defying all odds despite being told he has a 1% chance of surviving. Tripp, who was born at barely 21 weeks and 3 days of gestation to parents Herron Abney II and Trashinda Gavin, recently celebrated his first birthday despite the doubts of the medical community.
Childersburg native T.K. Kenebrew named as unanimous selection to Preseason All-UAC First Team
CHILDERSBURG, Ala. – Takairee “T.K.” Kenebrew, a wide receiver from Childersburg, has been named to the Preseason Offensive All-United Athletic Conference (UAC) Team. All nine of the league’s head coaches included Kenebrew on their ballots, making him a unanimous selection. Kenebrew, who announced his return for...
RFP for Lease of Mass Hangar T
Request for proposals (RFP) for lease of Mass Hangar T at the Shelby County Airport will be received in the office of the Chief Financial Officer, Shelby County Administration Building, 200 West College Street, Room 125 in Columbiana, Alabama 35051, until 2:00 p.m. on August 15, 2024 at which time RFP’s will be publicly opened and read. The Shelby County Commission reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive informalities in awarding this lease to the Proposer. Proposers are to state that the proposals submitted are firm and that no claims for errors will be made after proposals are opened and subsequent thereof. If you have any questions concerning this RFP, please contact Gina LeCroy at rlecroy@shelbyal.com.
Spotlight on Calhoun & Talladega: Economic Engines
Anniston Army Depot (ANAD) Anniston Army Depot, established in 1941, is the Department of Defense Center of Industrial and Technical Excellence for almost all ground combat, assault bridging, small arms, towed and self-propelled artillery systems, locomotives, rail equipment and non-tactical generators. Major tenants include the Anniston Munitions Center, the Defense...
Inside the new Carver Jones Market Fairfield, opening July 31 [Photos]
Last week, Bham Now reported that a new grocery store—the Carver Jones Market Fairfield—was coming soon to western Jefferson County. We stopped by the new market for an inside look before its grand opening on Wednesday, July 31. Fairfield residents need affordable groceries and fresh produce. Located in...
Environmental group to preserve peninsula near old coal mine in Jefferson County
An environmental group says it will preserve 366 acres near the site of an old coal mine in west Jefferson County. The Freshwater Land Trust announced that Drummond Company has donated another 107 acres of a peninsula that sits where Mulberry Fork, Locust Fork and the Black Warrior River connect in the Black Warrior River basin.
Crime Stoppers seeing a spike in tips focused on “glock switches”
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - We are on you side with an update on the effort to get Glock switches off the streets of Birmingham. Federal partners are working with BPD and Crime Stoppers to get gun modifiers out of the community in “Operation Flip the Switch.”. Since the announcement...
Vote for MaKiah: Lanett’s Alabama Girls State representative
A strong leader knows how to be an active and empathetic listener, and it seems that Makiah White has shown all the markings of a great leader this summer. White was Lanett High’s senior representative at the Alabama Girls State at Troy University this year. The program is a week-long, hands-on crash course into the […] The post Vote for MaKiah: Lanett’s Alabama Girls State representative appeared first on Valley Times-News.
First Alert Weather: Rising temps, scattered storms expected overnight
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - THE NEXT 24 HOURS: The big story today is increasing rain and storms chances for your afternoon and evening. As temperatures rise, scattered storms will be possible bringing heavy rain, gusty winds and lightning. If you have plans to visit the lake or pool, keep an eye out for lightning alerts by using our WBRC First Alert Weather app. We could see some lingering showers and storms tonight, with another widespread coverage of storms and showers on Sunday.
Information Empowerment Series Underway at Titusville Branch Library
An Information Empowerment Series is underway at Titusville Branch Library, #2 6th Avenue SW. The bi-weekly series kicked off on July 11. On Thursday, July 25, the topic was “Getting and Keeping a Roof Over Your head.”. The next session will be on Thursday, August 8. The topic will...
Concerns over Woodlawn business closures grow as some say the issue affects all of Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The end of an era could be on the horizon for an Atlanta-based restaurant. Rumors of the popular restaurant permanently closing surfaced after it announced it would only be temporarily closed. Slutty Vegan made the announcement on June 11, but now, rumors are swirling of a...
Birmingham City Schools reviewing their progress and goals before the start of school
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Birmingham City Schools leaders are working to get ready for next school year. They’re working to improve attendance and scores in math and reading. Friday, at the superintendent’s performance review meeting, the board discussed everything from 3rd grade reading levels to chronic absenteeism. Superintendent...
Keeping Cullman beautiful: Meet the ‘flower girls’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs at a recent city council meeting complimented a team of women he termed Cullman’s “flower girls,” noting their skillful work in beautifying the city’s downtown streetscapes with hanging baskets, flower beds and landscaping. Intrigued, The Tribune wanted to know more.
Birmingham police start homicide investigation in Southside
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Birmingham police arrived on the scene of a homicide investigation Friday night. According to the Birmingham Police Department, the investigation is occurring in the 100 block of Penthouse Drive. BPD responded to a call of a person shot at around 9:25 p.m. When they arrived at the scene, they discovered an […]
Talladega College gymnasts raising money to fight the program's elimination
TALLADEGA, Ala. — When Talladega College abruptlyended their gymnastics program just a few weeks ago after its inaugural season, the gymnasts say they were in shock. Now, they've banded together to try to save the program. They were the first HBCU to win a competition. They competed and placed...
UAB says 1,655 patients’ health information shared in breach
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) School of Nursing said Friday that a postcard recruiting people to a study inadvertently shared protected health information for 1,655 patients. The postcard, intended to encourage participation in a survey related to a breast cancer diagnosis, displayed the patient’s first and last name,...
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