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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...
Birmingham Police celebrates largest graduating Academy class since 2020
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - 18 students graduated from the Birmingham Police Academy Friday. The class was so big BPD moved the event to Bill Harris Arena. The graduating class is also the department’s largest since April of 2020. “I decided to take this path because I do love my...
3 named to Birmingham Business Hall of Fame
Three business leaders were named to the Kiwanis Club of Birmingham’s Birmingham Business Hall of Fame Class of 2024. Inducted into the hall of fame were William C. Hulsey of Arlington Properties, Robert Earl Kelly of Kelly Road Builders and Kelly Natural Gas Pipeline and W. Stancil Starnes of ProAssurance.
Jim Beam column:Medical trailer will save lives
Some 4,600 residents in 10 counties and parishes in Alabama, Kentucky, Louisiana and Mississippi are going to be tested for heart disease — testing that will save many of their lives. I say that because similar testing I had in the 1990s has helped me reach age 90. It was my wife’s cardiologist’s suggestion that […]
Federal judge narrows lawsuit against Alabama absentee ballot law
The front of Hugo L Black Courthouse in Birmingham, Alabama on August 15, 2023. (Jemma Stephenson/Alabama Reflector) A federal judge Thursday substantially narrowed a lawsuit challenging a new Alabama law limiting the ability of third parties to provide absentee ballot assistance. U.S. District Judge R. David Proctor dismissed multiple claims...
Defending champ Clay-Chalkville opens Stuart Floyd Era with win over Hueytown
Third-ranked and defending Class 6A champion Clay-Chalkville opened the Stuart Floyd Era with a 28-7 home win over Hueytown on Friday at Cougar Stadium. The Cougars gave Floyd, their new head coach who replaced the departed Drew Gilmer, the victory in his first game at the helm. “It was a...
Grammy-award winning artist brings music celebrating Black heritage to Birmingham
Rhythm and Blues (R&B) royalty is coming to Birmingham to put on a show. Billboard reintroduced R&B in the 1990s to categorize all music made by Black people that is not hip-hop. Lalah Hathaway, five-time GRAMMY award-winning singer, released her seventh studio album, VANTABLACK, two months ago ahead of her...
How teachers can tackle classroom chaos with expert organization tips
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - As the new school year began, many teachers were still working to make their classrooms both functional and inviting. However, with limited budgets and an overwhelming amount of supplies, organization posed a significant challenge. In response, WBRC’s Soar with 6 classroom makeover program included professional organizing,...
Homewood vs. John Carroll Catholic High School football live stream, TV – Friday, August 23
Homewood High School travels to face John Carroll Catholic High School on Friday, August 23, kicking off at 7:00 p.m. CT. Don’t miss out on a single high school game. Sign up for an NFHS Network annual pass and get full access to live regular season and postseason sporting events and get 45% off compared to a monthly pass.
A Look at the 2024-25 Men’s Basketball Roster: Frontcourt Preview
BIRMINGHAM – Yaxel Lendeborg and Christian Coleman headline the Blazers' frontcourt entering the 2024-25 season. Will Shaver and Saint Louis transfer Bradley Ezewiro will also bring some size to the UAB lineup while freshman Makhi Myles adds some talent as a versatile wing or forward. The reigning AAC Defensive...
Mayor Woodfin Appoints Two New Members to the Birmingham Airport Authority
Mayor Randall L. Woodfin has announced the appointment of Valerie Collins Thomas and Del Davis to the board of directors for the Birmingham Airport Authority. They will both serve in their roles through July 29, 2030. “Valerie and Del are longtime servants of our community. Their impact spans both Birmingham...
Man who allegedly detonated explosive device outside Alabama Attorney General’s Office pleads guilty
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — A man accused of placing an explosive device outside the Alabama Attorney General’s office earlier this year has pleaded guilty in the case. Kyle Calvert, 26, of Irondale, pleaded guilty in federal court to the malicious use of an explosive device. He faces between five to 20 years in prison without the possibility […]
See all the scores from Thursday's Alabama HS football games
The 2024 high school football season in Alabama started Thursday night with some key games across the state. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
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