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Transplant Games bring together mother with the woman who received her son’s organ transplant
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Transplant Games of America are underway in Birmingham as thousands of transplant recipients and donors are gathered to compete in 20 sporting events throughout the week. However, Sunday afternoon the games paused competition and took time to honor those who saved lives through organ donation after death. The event is […]
Gadsden approves CDBG budget; some nonprofits take funding hit
The Department of Housing and Urban Development is sending less money to Gadsden for Community Development Block Grants, and some public service agencies that have received those funds will see their allocations drop. Following discussion in their pre-council work session, and a unanimous consent vote to consider the matter immediately,...
Opening Ceremony Puts ‘Miracle of Life’ on Center Stage at 2024 Transplant Games in Birmingham
Rodney Woodall, a cancer survivor, 20-year retired police officer, donor family member, received a heart transplant in August 2020 but said that wasn’t the “hardest” part of his journey. “Last year July 18, 2023, I lost my son. The hardest thing I had to do in life...
Predicting Auburn football's 2024 statistical leaders
Who will be Auburn's top contributors this season?. July is here, and that means Auburn football returns next month. As SEC Media Days appears on the horizon to add some spice to the late stages of the offseason, who will step up for Hugh Freeze's team this season? We're now inside a month before fall camp gets rolling on the Plains, so let's take our annual stab at who will lead the Tigers in every major statistical category come the conclusion of the 2024 season.
Iconic waterfall at Spring Park in Tuscumbia in need of repair
TUSCUMBIA, Ala. (WAFF) - The waterfall at Spring Park in Tuscumbia is silent. Two pumps that push water up the rocks have failed and now city leaders are debating the next move. The pumps were actually just repaired recently, but we’re told they only functioned for about 10 hours before...
‘We love our teachers’: Non-profit providing school supplies for educators free of charge
School supplies play a vital role in running a classroom with many teachers fronting the cost from their own wallet, but those materials can get costly, which is why Free 2 Teach has helped provide millions of dollars in supplies to educators across Madison County for over a decade.
Shelby County Chamber, Discover Shelby to host interactive workshop
Discover Shelby and The Shelby County Chamber are partnering to bring a hands-on and interactive workshop offering management and staffers in the tourism and recreation sectors a complimentary two-day training experience on Wednesday, July 31 and Thursday, August 1. The certified training is presented by the University of Alabama’s Center for Economic Development. The post Shelby County Chamber, Discover Shelby to host interactive workshop appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
‘Mishandling’ of gun ends in young teen’s death in Birmingham; 14-year-old detained
Mishandling of a gun is believed to have led to the shooting death of a 15-year-old boy in Birmingham early Sunday. The investigation is still ongoing, but police officials do not believe the fatal shooting was intentional. Authorities initially said the victim was 14 years old but updated his age...
Authorities in Talladega asking for help in locating missing 80-year-old
TALLADEGA, Ala. (WBRC) - UPDATE: ALEA has cancelled the search. Talladega Police is asking for your help in locating 80-year-old Larry Sims. Authorities say Sims is a white male that may be living with a condition that could impair his judgement. He was last seen July 7 at 8:15 a.m. in he area of Roundabout Rd. in Talladega and is believed to be traveling in a 2014 white Ford-F150.
Mother of 2-year-old Arab girl found in pool provides update
ARAB, Ala. (WAFF) - Violet Satterfield, a 2-year-old girl found in an Arab pool earlier this month, has passed away. Violet’s mother, Rebekah Satterfield, provided the update on Facebook Sunday after fighting for her life since July 1. Violet is finally up to normal temperature. She has had two...
No Auburn Jesus Needed for Thompson’s 1st PGA Tour Win
Davis Thompson is a PGA Tour winner. And if we write it here, you know he’s a Dawg. Joining the likes of Bubba Watson, Hudson Swafford, Kevin Kisner, Chris Kirk, Harris English, Russell Henley, Brian Harman, Keith Mitchell, Sepp Straka, and Brendon Todd, Thompson is now a former University of Georgia Bulldog golfer, coached by current men’s UGA golf coach Chris Haack, winning on the PGA Tour.
Athletes compete at the 2024 Transplant Games in Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The 2024 Transplant Games kicked off with excitement and continue to inspire folks who've gathered in Birmingham to take part. The games feature athletes whose lives were changed by organ donations or transplants, competing against each other at a national level. The events include swimming, a...
New lights coming to city sports fields
The Tallassee City Council has been talking about lights for the city’s sports fields for months. At its Tuesday meeting the council approved installing new LED lighting from Musco. It is similar to the lighting being installed at the new 17 Springs sports complex in Millbrook. New lights will...
Calhoun County Blue Line Foundation Hosts Smoke Eaters Chili Challenge at The Kress
Anniston, AL – Get ready for a sizzling showdown at The Kress on 1108 Noble Street as the Calhoun County Blue Line Foundation presents the Smoke Eaters Chili Challenge on July 13, 2024, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. This exciting event serves as a fundraiser for the Weaver Fire Department, bringing together the community […] The post Calhoun County Blue Line Foundation Hosts Smoke Eaters Chili Challenge at The Kress appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Jacksonville’s Eastwood School Preservation Efforts Gain Momentum Despite Rain
Jacksovnille, AL – Despite rainy weather dampening plans, the spirit of Jacksonville’s Eastwood Community shone bright on Saturday, July 6th, as current and former residents gathered at the historic Eastwood School for their annual reunion celebration. Situated at 620 Gardner Drive SW, the school holds significant historical value as a former cornerstone of the city’s […] The post Jacksonville’s Eastwood School Preservation Efforts Gain Momentum Despite Rain appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
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