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ADSFR Results Show Evidence of Flounder Rebound
By David Rainer, Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Nobody was more pleased when the 91st Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo (ADSFR) added flounder to the CCA Alabama Live Weigh-In competition than Dr. Sean Powers, head rodeo judge and Director of the Stokes School of Marine and Environmental Sciences at the University of South Alabama. Powers […]
Alabama prep coaches weigh in on NIL on the high school level: ‘It’s a lose-lose’
EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the first in a series of stories based on AL.com’s anonymous offseason survey of Alabama high school football coaches. The surveys are anonymous to allow coaches to share their thoughts more freely. Alabama’s high school coaches fear the consequences of a pay-for-play NIL model...
Federal department invests $20 million to rehab abandoned Alabama coal mines
VESTAVIA HILLS, Ala. (WIAT) — A grant of over $20 million from the U.S. Department of the Interior will help rehabilitate hazardous mine sites around Alabama to their natural state, according to the Alabama Department of Labor. With the money, the state hopes to create more opportunities for abandoned coal mines to be turned into economic developments. […]
Here are 15 ways to have an amazing weekend here in the Rocket City
The last weekend of July is approaching, and while the hot weather still prevails here in the Rocket City, we have some cool events happening this weekend to tell you about. The monthly event at Big Spring Park features live music, vendors and of course, delicious food truck fare. When:...
Scattered showers with a few thunderstorms this afternoon and evening.
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - This afternoon, expect scattered showers with a few thunderstorms. Temps only around 80 degrees, but very humid. Heavy rain is possible at times. Tonight, showers and thunderstorms are likely. Rain will be heavy at times. Low 70s. Friday, another high chance for showers and thunderstorms. High temperature in the low to mid 80s. Friday night, a few showers, thunder possible. Low 70s.
Days of rain bring drought improvements
There have been ten consecutive days of recorded rainfall in Huntsville. These days of beneficial rainfall have led to drought improvements in our region. The drought conditions across the Tennessee Valley have improved some thanks to recent rainfall. Fewer areas are experiencing extreme drought conditions, with much of the area now experiencing moderate drought.
More rain and more clouds today
Good news the latest update to the Drought Monitor shows improving conditions across the area thanks to all the rain we have seen lately. More clouds and more rain for your Thursday. This will help to once again keep our high temperatures well below average for this time of year, topping out in the lower 80s today.
Tuscaloosa’s Westside Community Fun Day Celebrates 11 Years
Last year, The Mind Changers Inc. Westside Community Fun Day in the Park celebrated its 10th Anniversary with its annual back-to-school event. The organization invites you to celebrate 11 years of community togetherness this year at the annual Westside Community Day in the Park. What to Expect. Various attractions and...
NCAA Basketball Recruiting: Analyzing top 7 teams for 5-star 2025 G Meleek Thomas
One of the top overall prospects in the 2025 NCAA Basketball recruiting class is Meleek Thomas, a consensus 5-star guard who is ranked in the top-10 overall per every major recruiting ranking. He's a 6'3 combo guard who can do just about everything at a high level on both ends of the court, mostly known for his natural scoring ability.
1 killed, 1 seriously injured in early morning crash in Trussville
TRUSSVILLE, Ala. (WBRC) - One person was killed, and another was seriously injured in a two-vehicle collision in Trussville early Thursday morning, according to the Trussville Police Department. The accident happened around 6:05 a.m. in the 5900 block of Deerfoot Parkway. Trussville Police say two vehicles were involved in the...
Sheriff’s office identifies 22-year-old as suspect in domestic shooting
The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office arrested Casey Deandre Smith, 22, of Birmingham as the suspect in a recent domestic shooting that occurred at Shoal Run Trail on July 21. (Contributed) The post Sheriff’s office identifies 22-year-old as suspect in domestic shooting appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Jalen Milroe Says Nick Saban Leaving Alabama Was A Good Thing
Jalen Milroe appeared on CBS Mornings Thursday to talk about his fourth season at Alabama. The redshirt junior is helping lead the Crimson Tide into a new era. Legendary coach Nick Saban is gone, surprising the sports world with a retirement announcement after last year’s trip to the College Football Playoff. Kalen DeBoer hopes to fill […] The post Jalen Milroe Says Nick Saban Leaving Alabama Was A Good Thing appeared first on BroBible.
Alabama Man Claims Million Dollar Jackpot In Florida Lottery
This is exactly why I never miss an opportunity to buy some scratch-off tickets when I'm on my way to the beach, or anywhere else that sells scratch-off tickets. The 500X THE CASH game is a $50 game with a top prize of $25 million, which is the largest ever offered on a Florida Scratch-Off game, and the best odds to become an instant millionaire. The game's overall odds of winning are 1-in-4.50. Scratch-Off games are an essential part of the Lottery's portfolio of games, accounting for around 77% of ticket sales. Scratch-Off games have generated more than $17.69 billion for the Educational Enhancement Trust Fund (EETF) since their inception.
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