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Fyffe star ‘feels pretty awesome’ after attracting offers from top colleges
One might think that a two-time Alabama Sports Writers Association first-team performer as a junior who set a record for the state championship game with 256 yards rushing – while scoring four touchdowns – and averaged 10.8 yards per carry for the season and measures 6-foot-2 and 218 pounds would have college scouts banging down his door.
Man injured after Madison shooting
MADISON, Ala. (WAFF) - Madison Police are investigating a shooting that left a man injured Wednesday night. Officers say the shooting happened in the area of Miller Boulevard and Mahan Drive just before 11:30 p.m. When officers arrived, they found a man suffering from several gunshot wounds. The man was...
Authorities searching for burglary suspect in Marshall Co.
LANGSTON, Ala. (WAFF) - Authorities are searching for a burglary suspect in Langston following an alleged break-in early Wednesday morning. According to the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office, the Lake Market & More gas station store was broken into around 1 a.m. Officials said after reviewing the security footage, the...
Florence City Council seeks new District 2 member after president's retirement
FLORENCE, Ala. — The Florence City Council is looking to fill an open position in District 2 following the retirement of council president Dick Jordan on Tuesday. Jordan announced his retirement during a recent council meeting after receiving a letter from his fellow council members. City officials praised Jordan...
Mother provides updates on two-year-old found in a pool in Arab
ARAB, Ala. (WAFF) - A mother in Arab is providing updates on the condition of her two-year-old child who was found in a pool on Monday. Rebekah Satterfield stated in a Facebook post how the family was celebrating Violet’s second birthday when she wandered off to the pool without her floaties.
Independence Day fireworks can stress pets; tips from Huntsville Animal Services to reduce anxiety
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — While Independence Day brings joy and celebration for many, the booms and pops in the sky and on the ground often stress pets. "Fireworks can cause significant anxiety for animals,” said Virgie Graham, Interim Director of Huntsville Animal Services. “The loud noises and unexpected flashes of light can disrupt their sense of safety and security.”
Coveted 4-star EDGE Prospect Commits To Premier SEC Program
Elite four-star EDGE Justin Hill announced his commitment to the Alabama Crimson Tide over Ohio State, USC, and Oregon on Wednesday. Hill is a 6-foot-3, 220-pound native of Cincinnati, Ohio, attending Winton Woods High School, where he finished his junior season with 36 total ...
New home construction begins soon for Childersburg residential development
CHILDERSBURG, Ala. – With underground utility infrastructure in place, the new College Park residential development in Childersburg is moving into its next phase, matching buyers to lots and building plans for ground-up construction. The construction phase will begin in July for the first dozen or so of a total...
Rain on our parade: Soggy Peach Parade does not dampen peach spirit in Clanton
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor While the skies were unkind to the Peach Parade in Clanton on June 29, that did not dampen the crowd’s spirit to celebrate the county’s peach industry. Hundreds of people lined the streets of downtown Clanton to see the sights and sounds of the 2024 parade. The procession featured […] The post Rain on our parade: Soggy Peach Parade does not dampen peach spirit in Clanton appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Gadsden trying out new question-answer service for residents
The City of Gadsden has entered into a trial contract with a company to provide a new question-answer service for residents. Rep'd is a video messaging and engagement platform for local governments. The platform allows residents to submit questions to the city. The city will respond to the questions through videos.
Bank branch closing, new branch opening nearby
Regions Bank’s Redstone branch, established as a licensed branch on June 15, 1960, will close on July 19 at 2 p.m., and a new Town Madison branch near Gate 7 is scheduled to open this month, according to a bank spokesperson. “As a normal course of business, we constantly...
Auburn man accused of defrauding elderly person of over $200K
LEE COUNTY, Ala. (WTVM) - An Auburn man has been indicted on charges related to financial crimes against an elderly person, according to a joint statement by the Lee Country District Attorney’s Office and the Alabama Securities Commission. Officials said James Clayton Langford III, 50, turned himself in to...
15 exciting Independence Day weekend events across Birmingham including fireworks—July 4-7
From fireworks shows to unique exhibits and live music, there’s lots to do this Fourth of July weekend across the Greater Birmingham Area. Read on for what’s happening, July 4-7. 1. You Built It exhibit @ McWane Science Center. What: Put your kiddo’s creativity (or your own) to...
Alabaster business owner arrested on four counts of first degree theft
ALABASTER, AL (WBMA) — The Alabaster Police Department has arrested Nicholas Whitfield of Alabaster on four counts of first degree theft of property. First degree theft of property is punishable by 20 years in prison and $30,000 in fines per count. Whitfield is the owner of Nick's Auto Repair...
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