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You’ll soon be able to buy a pirate license plate in Alabama but it’s not what you think
You’ll soon be able to buy a pirate license plate in Alabama but it’s not what you think. You will soon be able to show your pirate pride with a new Alabama license plate. But before you conjure up ideas of walking the plate and yo, ho, ho, things aren’t quite what they seem.
'A homecoming of sorts;' Chris Foster returns to Brookwood, this time as head football coach
In 2004, when Chris Foster graduated from Brookwood High School, unbeknownst to him he'd be returning to his alma mater two decades later — this time as head football coach. In January, Foster was officially welcomed back to the Brookwood community when he was announced as the 33rd head coach in program history. Foster replaces former coach Mike Bramblett at the helm of the Panthers program. ...
Alabama gets 7th Safe Haven Baby Box in Jasper; boxes allow anonymous, secure surrender of infants
Alabama’s newest Safe Haven Baby Box is now in place in Jasper, state Senate President Pro Tempore Greg Reed announced Wednesday. Safe Haven Baby Boxes are designed to allow the safe surrender of an infant, anonymously and with no questions asked. The idea is to provide a life-saving alternative for a desperate parent who might otherwise abandon an infant in an unsafe place.
Jaquarius Billingsley represents Lanett at Alabama Boys State
Sometimes our hard work is rewarded with an unexpected opportunity when we don’t realize that anyone even noticed. Jaquarius Billingsley, a senior at Lanett High School, was surprised but excited when he was chosen to represent the school at the Alabama Boys State sponsored by the American Legion this summer. When asked what he’s learned […] The post Jaquarius Billingsley represents Lanett at Alabama Boys State appeared first on Valley Times-News.
New grocery store in Fairfield helps to combat food insecurity
Fairfield, AL (WBMA) — Carver Jones Market is a new grocery store opening up in Fairfield. The city has been without its own grocery store since the Walmart closed back in 2016. The minority owned grocery store is expected to increase access to fresh food within the food desert....
Publix opens in Wetumpka as anchor of the Shoppes at Fort Toulouse
WETUMPKA − Publix held a grand opening for its new Wetumpka grocery store Wednesday morning. The 48,000-square-foot grocery store and pharmacy is the anchor of the Shoppes at Fort Toulouse, which is off U.S. 231. There's another 7,000 square feet of space in the center. Landing the Publix is the culmination of an effort...
Land Trust expands trail access on Huntsville’s Green Mountain
HUNTSVILLE — Land Trust of North Alabama has expanded recreational access on Green Mountain in South Huntsville with the creation of a 3.2-mile trail. The official opening of Green Mountain Trail makes a new area of the mountain available for public use. Referred to as Green Mountain North, the...
Graymont School property to be redeveloped into affordable housing
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - More housing options are coming to the Smithfield community. The Birmingham City Council approved a ground lease agreement Tuesday to repurpose the former Graymont School property on 8th Avenue West into affordable housing for seniors. The mayor and the developers spoke in front of the city...
Auburn Tigers: Dorian Mausi on choosing Auburn football, AU impresses 5-star QB
In today's edition of Auburn Tigers News, transfer linebacker Dorian Mausi opens up on his decision to choose Auburn football, and the Tigers impress a 5-star QB on his visit. Following the 2023 season, former Duke linebacker Dorian Mausi was one of the first transfers to set up an official visit with the Auburn football program. Shortly after his visit, Mausi became one of the first transfers to commit to the Tigers.
Gulf Coast region gas prices rose from last week: See how much here
Regional gas prices rose last week and reached an average of $3.09 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, up from last week's price of $3.05 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in the Gulf Coast region has risen about 2 cents since last month. According to the EIA, gas prices across the region in the last year have been as low as $2.55 on Dec. 18, 2023, and as...
Alabama’s Pringle, Texas signee Scott among new faces for South Carolina this season
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Nick Pringle had the chance to finish his career anywhere after Alabama’s run to the Final Four this past season. He chose to come home, especially after South Carolina completed its own rags-to-riches season in the second year of coach Lamont Paris. “I’m home, I’m home. I can’t stop saying that,” […]
Vance named honorary AAN Fellow
University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Nursing University Professor David Vance, PhD, MGS, MS, has been named a 2024 Honorary Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing, joining six UAB School of Nursing alumni named to this year’s AAN Fellows cohort. They join more than 130 FAANs affiliated with the School.
Tuesdays with Gorney: Recruiting is fun again in Alabama
Recruiting is fun once again in the state of Alabama. Gone are the days of Crimson Tide coach Nick Saban running roughshod over some outmatched Auburn coach trying to keep up with the GOAT. New Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer has proven already that he can be an elite recruiter on...
Alabama 'definitely high' for 2026 No. 2 QB Ryder Lyons following first-ever visit
Ryder Lyons never visited the University of Alabama up until last weekend, but the connections to the Crimson Tide program are already well-established. The 247Sports Composite five-star quarterback in the 2026 class was in Tuscaloosa on Sunday afternoon. The Folsom (Calif.) standout was joined by his father at The Capstone, which capped off a busy final week of July with multiple stops around the SEC.
Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe named to Maxwell Award watchlist
Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jalen Milroe was recently named to the Maxwell Award watchlist. The award recognizes the best all-around player in college football. Milroe was one of several bright spots on the Alabama roster a season ago. The native of Katy, Texas persevered after some early struggles and became one of the top quarterbacks in the country. As a redshirt sophomore, Milroe passed for 2,834 yards with 23 touchdowns and six interceptions. In addition, Milroe rushed for 531 yards and 12 touchdowns. As he enters his redshirt junior season in Tuscaloosa, Milroe is already being tabbed as a potential first-round draft pick in the 2025 NFL draft. He possesses the necessary skill set to thrive at the college and professional levels. The fact that Milroe was named to the Maxwell Award watchlist isn’t something that should be taken lightly. It is one of many things that Milroe can place at the forefront of his mind as he looks to lead the Crimson Tide to a national title during the 2024-2025 season. Maxwell Award ▶️ Best Player in College Football @JalenMilroe #RollTide pic.twitter.com/dXEIfR9CWH — Alabama Football (@AlabamaFTBL) July 29, 2024 Roll Tide Wire will continue to follow the latest regarding the Alabama football program.
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