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Challenger Center and CFNEA to Establish Challenger Learning Center in Northeast Alabama
Rainbow City, AL – Challenger Center, a renowned nonprofit organization specializing in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education, is joining forces with the Community Foundation of Northeast Alabama (CFNEA) to introduce a new Challenger Learning Center in Rainbow City, Etowah County. This initiative aims to provide cutting-edge STEM experiences to students from public and […] The post Challenger Center and CFNEA to Establish Challenger Learning Center in Northeast Alabama appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Rural hospitals — and some urban ones — struggle for financial fitness
As mayor of a small town in rural Alabama, your daily concerns should be public safety, sanitation, economic development and such — not trying to keep the city’s hospital open. But that’s a hot topic for Mayor Sheldon Day in Thomasville, where the city’s four-year-old hospital is about...
The Wharf Announces Anchor Tenant for New Portside on Main Addition
Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – The Wharf, a premier destination on Alabama's Gulf Coast, is set to elevate its offerings with the announcement of an exciting new anchor tenant and additional merchants coming to its "Portside on Main" addition. This expansion marks a significant milestone for the popular shopping, dining, and entertainment venue, promising visitors an enhanced experience with a diverse array of new businesses, including the Gulf Coast's largest swing suites powered by Top Golf.
Multiple West Alabama Cities Included In Heat Advisory
The cities of Moundville, Fayette, Eutaw, Demopolis, Tuscaloosa, and more are included in the latest Heat Advisory in West Alabama according to the National Weather Service in Birmingham. Residents are encouraged to stay cool and drink plenty of fluids across Alabama, as a “Heat Advisory” has been issued for Wednesday,...
Tennessee speeders targeted in five-state 'Operation Southern Slow Down'
If you've noticed in increase in police on the roads, we promise you're not crazy. Since July 15, law enforcement in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and Tennessee led the annual “Operation Southern Slow Down.” This week, there will be an increase in presence on the roads to cut back on speeding.
Childersburg man arrested in an Alexander City shooting death
ALEXANDER CITY, Ala. – 27-year-old Keyuntae Marquise Bealey of Childersburg has been taken into custody for the shooting death of 26-year-old Chavorian Williams of Tallassee last month in Alexander City. On Sunday, June 23, officers from the Alexander City Police Department were called around 1:50 a.m. to Russell Hospital...
Birmingham Began the Month with 5 Homicides in 5 Days – and it Got Worse
After one of the most violent starts to a month in Birmingham in recent memory, Mayor Randall Woodfin this week began one of the most intense anti-violence messaging campaigns of his two terms in office. Across 24 hours on Saturday, a man, woman and 5-year-old child were killed in a...
Black Warrior Riverkeeper expresses concern for Bessemer creek after grease spill; ADEM investigates
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — TheAlabama Department of Emergency Management is investigating a large grease spill in Bessemer's Valley Creek. ADEM’s investigation found the leak came from the Birmingham Hide and Tallow facility, which is a plant that processes and recycles cooking grease from restaurants and homes across Central Alabama.
City of Gadsden providing students with an opportunity to give back
GADSDEN, Ala. (WBRC) - Gadsden firefighters have partnered with the Gadsden City football team to paint fire hydrants. City leaders believe this is a great way for students to give back by serving the community. Gadsden Fire Chief Will Reid says the help was needed because the city uses different...
Mass shooting at unlicensed venue prompts property owner response
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBMA) — A memorial now sits outside the doors of 3427 27th Street N. in Birmingham. Over the weekend, a mass shooting claimed the lives of four people and injured ten others. While police search for the person responsible, questions have been raised about how that venue...
Funeral for 3 family members killed in Birmingham mass shooting to be held Saturday
Funeral plans have been announced for three family members killed in a Birmingham mass shooting at an adult birthday, including a woman and her grandson. A joint service will be held at Boutwell Auditorium Saturday for Angela Weatherspoon, 56, Markeisha Gettings, 42, and Lerandus Anderson, 24. Weatherspoon was Anderson’s grandmother.
Authorities looking for missing Huntsville woman
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Officials in Huntsville are asking for the public’s help in searching for a missing woman. The Huntsville Police Department said they are searching for 36-year-old Natosha Cowan. Cowan was last seen on Friday, July 12 on Delaware Circle at her mother’s house. Officials say...
Decatur capital murder suspect transferred after alleged jail attack
LAWRENCE CO., Ala. (WAFF) - A Decatur man accused of killing Dustin Grimes in November during a Lawrence County home invasion was recently transferred jails after an alleged attack. On Thursday, lawyers for Jordan Hernandez filed an emergency motion to relocate Hernandez. Hernandez is accused of kidnapping Dustin and Karen...
Metal cups among items newly prohibited in Tuscaloosa County schools
TUSCALOOSA COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — Students attending Tuscaloosa County Schools can expect some new changes when classes get underway in August. Every county high school and middle school will have weapon detection systems installed to keep students, teachers and administrators safe. Jennifer Teffs lives in Lakeview and has children who attend Brookwood high and […]
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