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Liles installed as state American College of Surgeons president at annual conference
The Alabama chapter of the American College of Surgeons held its annual conference jointly with the Mississippi chapter and featured speakers from across the region, including surgery faculty from the Whiddon College of Medicine. USA Health surgical oncologist Spencer Liles, M.D., FACS, was installed as president of the Alabama chapter...
Alabama Supreme Court denies rehearing on United Methodist churches wanting to leave
The Alabama Supreme Court on Friday denied a request for a re-hearing of its ruling against United Methodist churches that sued trying to leave the United Methodist Church and take their property. The state Supreme Court, in a ruling released May 31, said the churches must pursue the matter through...
Unclaimed Baggage clothing to take the stage at Mrs. America Pageant
A Scottsboro woman competing in the 2024 Mrs. America Pageant is hoping to help others see the beauty in wearing second-hand clothing, and she’s shining a national spotlight on a popular Alabama business in the process. Hannah Seymour of Scottsboro will represent Alabama in this year’s Mrs. America Pageant...
Coosada residents upset over electric for gas facility
Potential new Alabama Power lines to a Spire liquified natural gas plant and storage facility near Coosada have neighbors almost screaming for help. Coosada Mayor Jim Houston, councilmember Howard Goza and Henry Hassey all live on Jackson Bend Road. They said for months Alabama Power has been trying to take their property to construct a new high voltage power line to power the gas plant just outside town limits. Hassey is concerned with how close the lines are to current residences.
7-year-old boy drowns in Autauga County pool
PRATTVILLE − A seven-year-old boy drowned in Autauga County on Friday night, Sheriff Mark Harrell confirmed. Harrell said the drowning happened at a private pool in the County Line area of Autauga County. The unincorporated community is about 10 miles north of Prattville near the Autauga-Elmore county line. The boy's name was not released. ...
Habitat for Humanity taking applications for homes in Clanton
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The Habitat for Humanity of Autauga and Chilton Counties are building four new homes in Clanton and will be taking applications for two of them this September. The four homes are being built on the south side of 1st Avenue between 11th Street S. and 12th Street S. Jacklyn […] The post Habitat for Humanity taking applications for homes in Clanton appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
UNA takes on national spotlight during FCS Kickoff in Montgomery
North Alabama traveled south but got to stay in its home state for the 2024 season opener as the Lions took on Southeast Missouri State in Montgomery. UNA had the lead at halftime but struggled to score in the second half, finishing with four total turnovers which help the Redhawks pull away with a 37-15 victory.
Southeast Missouri State wins the 10th annual FCS Kickoff over North Alabama
Cramton Bowl - The College football season kicked off in the River Region as Southeast Missouri State defeated North Alabama 27-15 in the FCS Kickoff Classic. SEMO marched down the field scoring on its first offensive drives and forced two early turnovers from North Alabama. However, starting quarterback Paxton Delaurent was sidelined for a shoulder injury after taking a massive hit late in the first quarter. ...
Solid pitching, struggling bats as Trash Pandas falter to Biscuits
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — The struggles continued for the Rocket City offense as they mustered only two hits in a 3-1 defeat at the hands of the Montgomery Biscuits Saturday evening at Riverwalk Stadium. Rocket City has collected only eight hits over their last three games. The Trash Pandas plated...
Historic Cleveland Avenue YMCA adds to Wall of Fame
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - YMCAs across the country serve as a safe space for kids to stay busy in the summer and after school. Montgomery’s historic Cleveland Avenue YMCA, which opened in 1960 as one of the few places African Americans could swim in the area, is no different.
Seahawks Complete Faulkner Invitational Undefeated, 2-0 Saturday
The Keiser volleyball team closed out the Faulkner Invitational on Saturday afternoon. The Seahawks faced their second and third Eagles opponent this weekend, defeating Texas A&M-Texarkana (3-0; 25-22,25-19, 26-24) and tournament hosts Faulkner (3-0, 25-14,25-17,25-13) With today's wins, the Seahawks record improves to 9-2 overall and undefeated on the road this season.
Volleyball Keeps Undefeated Start To Season In Tact With Pair Of Wins At Faulkner Tournament
HOW IT HAPPENED (GAME 1):. Set 1 -Playing from behind for the bulk of the opening set, St. Thomas pulled ahead 20-17 behind a 4-0 rally. William Carey got within one at 21-20, only for a 3-0 STU response forcing set point. Set 2 – The Bobcats scored the opening...
Tigers late comeback bid falls short at Bibb County
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Chilton County High School’s late game push was not enough as neighboring Bibb County High School took down the Tigers 29-21 on Aug. 23. It was a slow start for CCHS in the first half as first-year head coach Eddie Wall described the team as sluggish. It took some […] The post Tigers late comeback bid falls short at Bibb County appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
FRIDAY NIGHT PREPS: Catholic dominates in 35th straight victory in regular season
It might not have gone quite according to script, but Catholic’s 35th consecutive regular-season victory was impressive enough for the defending Class 4A state champions. First, the Knights’ starting quarterback, Kingston Preyear, was sidelined by a broken finger earlier in the week. Then a pair of miscues on special teams led to a pair of St. James’ touchdowns before the Knights finally relied on a pair of newcomers to pull away for a 42-14 victory at Carlisle Field in the season opener for both teams.
Auburn's Brian Battie released from hospital after three months
After three months of treatment and recovery, Auburn running back Brian Battie was released from Sarasota Memorial Hospital this week, according to a Facebook update from his mother, Adrienne. Battie was shot in his hometown of Sarasota, Florida, in May, and had been hospitalized since. In late June, he was...
MJ Gideon shines in return from injury, leads James Clemens past Gardendale
MJ Gideon scored two touchdowns in his comeback from last year’s season-ending injury as James Clemens beat Gardendale 17-10 in tonight’s season opener at Madison City Schools Stadium. The sophomore running back scored from 1 yard and 61 yards as the host Jets led 14-10 at halftime. Anthony...
4-Star RB updates commitment to Alabama
Anthony Rogers has a group of teams still going after him despite his commitment to Alabama football. Rogers is a four-star running back, who currently attends Carver High School in Montgomery, Alabama. The Crimson Tide currently still hold his verbal commitment. “I’m still committed,” Rogers told Touchdown Alabama. “Just looking...
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