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Joe Cochran honored at Pinson Council meeting, Robbie Roberts sworn in as mayor
By Nathan Prewett, For the Tribune PINSON, Ala.–Pinson Councilor Robbie Roberts was sworn in as the city’s new mayor on Thursday, Oct. 3, following the passing of Joe Cochran, on Sept. 20. The regular meeting began with a memorial for Cochran in which all members of the council gave their comments. “He is greatly missed,” […]
2 blocks of busy Birmingham street closing to traffic beginning Monday
A major Five Points South Street in Birmingham will be temporarily closed for construction. Birmingham contractor Brasfield & Gorrie is announcing that Richard Arrington Jr. Boulevard South will be closed between Eighth Court South and 10th Avenue South, beginning Monday, Oct. 7. Brasfield & Gorrie will close the road as...
The Reunion Tour Coming To Birmingham This Weekend
Tuscaloosa and Birmingham fans can catch The Reunion Tour featuring Kirk Franklin, Yolanda Adams, Fred Hammond, Marvin Sapp, and The Clark Sisters at the BJCC on Saturday, October 5, at 7 p.m., with Kierra Sheard-Kelly as the special guest. Expect performances of Franklin's hits like "I Smile," "Love Theory," and "Together."
“Trunk or Treat” events in central Alabama
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Several locations are planning “Trunk or Treat” events across central Alabama ahead of Halloween night. These events are an alternative to traditional Trick or Treating, in which participants gather cars together in a parking lot and children walk from car to car getting candy in lieu of getting candy from houses. […]
Birmingham Housing Authority offering new apprenticeship program
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Housing Authority of the Birmingham District is empowering housing residents and low-income community members through its new apprenticeship program. The “Modified Apprenticeship Program” is an opportunity for community members to develop job skills and learn a trade. According to a news release, 40 program participants will be hired during the […]
Oxmoor residents continue 20-plus year fight for flooding to stop
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) – CBS 42 is Your Voice Your Station. Residents in Birmingham’s Oxmoor community continue to battle significant flooding issues. This comes after a subdivision was built above an existing neighborhood. The neighbors say a drain at the top of a hill of the development was not properly installed. They have been in […]
Domestic violence a ‘public health crisis’ in Jefferson County
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) – October is domestic violence awareness month and One Place Family Justice Center says it’s the perfect time to remind the community of three messages. “One, if you’re going through domestic violence, you’re not alone. Two, it’s not your fault. Three, we believe you,” One Place executive director Rebecca McWilliams said. According […]
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