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Alabama man headed to prison for conning $4.7 million from investors in phony business, timber schemes
A Pell City man has been sentenced in a scheme to defraud more than 40 investors in his various companies out of more than $4.7 million, announced U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona and Federal Bureau of Investigation Special Agent in Charge Carlton L. Peeples. Chief U.S. District Court Judge R....
Repairs on Gulf State Park Pier nearly finished
MOBILE, Ala. (WPMI) — A project on an iconic Alabama coast landmark is nearing the finish line. Alabama State Parks’ Southern Regional Operations Supervisor Lamar Pendergrass says construction crews have almost completed repairs on the Gulf State Park pier. The pier has not been fully operational since 2020 after Hurricane Sally damaged it.
Big Lots store closing list: Locations that are shutting down, 1 Alabama store closing
Discount retailer Big Lots is closing as many as 40 stores this year as the company struggles against inflationary headwinds and drops in consumer spending. In June, the company’s SEC filings indicated it will close between 35-40 stores this year. Big Lots closed 52 locations in 2023. The filing...
Young singer from Alabama receives golden buzzer on ‘America’s Got Talent’
A star was born in Alabama thanks to “America’s Got Talent” on July 9. Rising artist Reid Wilson from Montgomery received the golden buzzer on season 19, episode 6 of the popular talent competition show. The 14-year old sang a rendition of “You Don’t Own Me” by...
Wow! States With The Most Understaffed Prisons Include Alabama
In America, there are many concerns that citizens have when surrounding jobs. Fox Business says that what was called the "Great Resignation" back in 2021 where workers quit their jobs due to low pay, no opportunities for advancement, and feeling disrespected could happen again soon in the United States. These...
Former Alabama Supreme Court justice, child advocate Mark Kennedy has died
Mark Kennedy, a former Alabama Supreme Court Justice who helped start an organization to prevent child abuse because of what he saw on the bench, has died. Kennedy, 72, died peacefully at his home in Montgomery on July 17, surrounded by family according to his obituary. Kennedy, a native of...
Food stamps: Eight states sending out SNAP benefits worth up to $1,751 this week
With July quickly coming to a close, SNAP beneficiaries in eight states should expect to see their July payments hit their accounts by Sunday. The funds, worth up to $1,751 for a household of eight, will be uploaded to an Electronic Benefit Transfer card, which functions as a debit card and can be used at […]
1 killed, 1 injured in Deerfoot Parkway crash
TRUSSVILLE, Ala.–A two-vehicle crash on Deerfoot Parkway Thursday morning has killed one person and seriously injured another, according to the Trussville Police Department. At approximately 6:05 a.m., officers responded to a report of a traffic collision at the 5900 block of Deerfoot Parkway. The roadway was temporarily shut down...
New speakeasy coming to Umami Trussville
The Trussville Design Review Committee announced exciting new updates to many properties—one being a brand-new speakeasy to the Asian-fusion restaurant, Umami. Keep scrolling for what you we know about this addition. Serving Trussville since January 2024. In January, we let you in on the Asian-style restaurant, Umami, coming to...
Negro Southern League Museum of Birmingham unveils exhibit at Jefferson County courthouse
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ala. (WBMA) — The Negro Southern League Museum of Birmingham unveiled a historical exhibit at the Jefferson County Courthouse Tuesday morning. The county said the museum created a special exhibit on the history of the Birmingham Industrial League in six display windows outside of the Commission Chambers.
'A special individual': Winfield's Brad Cunningham awarded AHSAA Making A Difference Award
For nearly his entire life, Winfield's Brad Cunningham has dedicated his life to help those around him. Last week at the annual AHSAA/AHSADCA Championship Coaches Award Banquet, Cunningham was recognized for all he has done for others, receiving the Class 3A AHSAA Making A Difference Award. "It's an honor, it's a privilege," Cunningham told...
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