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Vaith to serve as Alabama 4-H Ambassador
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The Chilton County 4-H announced recently that rising senior Marynn Vaith from Chilton County High School will serve as an Alabama 4-H Ambassador for 2024-2025. Vaith has been involved with the 4-H program in Chilton County for nearly seven years, and she started when she was eight years old. […] The post Vaith to serve as Alabama 4-H Ambassador appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
This week in HS Sports: New executive director must address key topics quickly
Heath Harmon officially starts his new job as executive director of the Alabama High School Athletic Association on Monday. Since he was named to the position early last month, Harmon has spent five weeks putting the finishing touches on his tenure as Oxford High School’s principal and talking to people – a lot of people.
Prepare for strong thunderstorms in North Alabama Friday morning
A report was issued from the National Weather Service on Friday at 9:11 a.m. for strong thunderstorms until 10 a.m. for Madison, Morgan, Marshall and Jackson counties. Residents can expect wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 9:11 a.m., Doppler radar tracked strong thunderstorms along a line extending from...
How can you tell if the coastal Alabama waters you’re swimming in are safe?
In the summer, millions of tourists and locals alike flock to the beaches and waters of coastal Alabama for a relaxing and fun vacation. But you may be wondering if the waterway you’re headed to is safe to swim in, or safe for your kids to swim in. Fortunately, there’s a way to check bacteria levels beforehand.
ALEA reminds residents of the importance of driving sober this holiday weekend
Many people across the Tennessee Valley celebrated the 4th of July, but holiday travel will continue through the weekend and officials are reminding people of the importance of driving sober.
Senators Reed, Gudger Announce Renovation Completion and Navigational Light Installation to Duncan Bridge
On July 3, 2024, State Senator Greg Reed (R-Jasper), President Pro Tempore of the Alabama Senate, and Senator Garlan Gudger (R-Cullman) announced the completion of renovations that include navigation light installation to Duncan Bridge on Smith Lake. Duncan Bridge was built in 1967 and is known by its famous blue...
Alabama dive team explains drowning victim recovery, lake safety
ALEX CITY, Ala. (WBRC) - Even the most experienced divers in the state say they never get used to the feeling of recovering a drowning victim’s body. “You never get used to it,” said Jerry Sewell with the Alex City Fire Department Dive Team. “What I tell my guys is ‘What if it was your loved one? Wouldn’t you want to bring them home so they can have closure?’”
Allison 'Socks' Pryor Receives June 2024 Island Spirit Award
Gulf Shores, Ala. – (OBA) – The Island Spirit Award from the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber is one of the longest lasting traditions on the island. It is the highest honor from the Chamber because it's not the businesses that make visitors feel welcome, it is the staff at each location who make the difference.
Billingsley School, agricultural history is focus of Quarterly meeting of OAHS
REVISED- Program will include the history of the canning plant at Billingsley School, the history of the Patrons of Husbandry, Tomato Clubs, and Corn Clubs in Autauga County. The overall theme will be AGRICULTURE! We will discuss the Patillo Family History at another date. No additional topics will be added to agenda as it is full. Light refreshments will be served afterwards. Members, guests, and the general public are invited to attend.
Sharing more than a crown: What Miss Alabama USA and Miss Alabama Teen have in common
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Wearing a crown isn't the only thingMiss Alabama USA and Miss Alabama Teen USA have in common; they are both on a mission to make an impact across the state. Miss Alabama USA, Diane Westhoven, is a senior Psychology student at Auburn University and Miss Alabama...
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