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The Porches will offer stay ‘n’ play opportunities
BROOKHAVEN — Construction is two months away from finishing for The Porches, stay and play bungalows, at the Clubs at Ole Brook. Brookhaven businessman John Lynch said everything should be completed in October. Aptly named, each bungalow at The Porches features a long back porch facing the east so guests can watch a gorgeous sunrise […] The post The Porches will offer stay ‘n’ play opportunities appeared first on Daily Leader.
Alabama NAACP criticizes Auburn basketball coach over alleged comments about Kamala Harris
Auburn basketball Bruce Pearl is drawing criticism from the Alabama NAACP following reported comments about Democratic Presidential candidate Kamala Harris. The coach was reportedly responding to a social media post by Arkansas U.S. Senator Tom Cotton, who alleged that Harris would take health care away from Americans. The website “News One” originally reported Pearl’s response as…
Alabama’s First Official Black Town Celebrates 125th Founder’s Day
Hobson City, Alabama, is celebrating its 125 years of being the state's first official Black town. Hobson City, Alabama, recently celebrated a major anniversary as the state’s first official Black town. The town, located between Oxford and Anniston, held its 125th Founders Day along with recognizing two Anniston natives,...
Live Score: Alabama State football season opener in the Orange Blossom Classic against NCCU
Alabama State football will kick off the 2024 season in the Orange Blossom Classic. Alabama State finished 7-4 last season, marking its best season since 2013. Entering Eddie Robinson Jr.'s third season as coach, the Hornets have their sights set on SWAC and HBCU championships. North Carolina Central University finished 9-3 last season and...
See Thursday's statewide Week 2 high school football scores
Pisgah scored late to win the battle of No. 1 teams against Fyffe in a key game Thursday night. Here are all the scores as compiled by the Alabama Sports Writers Association. 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.
Check out the top vote-getters from the Week 1 state volleyball poll
More than 15,000 ballots were cast in the Week 1 AL.com Volleyball Player of the Week poll and one of the top performers for one of the state’s top teams came away with the top honors in convincing fashion. Junior Baker Garside of St. Luke’s earned 4,676 of the...
New laser tag facility opens at Maxwell Air Force Base's Gunter Annex
The highly anticipated laser tag facility, "The Last Stand Laser Tag," officially opened its doors at Gunter Annex on August 16. The facility offers a thrilling new way for Airmen and their families to bond, build morale, and engage in team-building activities. ...
Exploding the Myth of the ‘Welfare Queen’
JACKSON — Carla is a mother of two in Jackson. She cares for not only her kids but also for her mother and disabled brother. Carla, whose name has been changed to protect her privacy, has been trying to find a job for a year and a half—but with no luck. She lives in an affordable housing community with a strict curfew, so ducking out of her apartment for some fresh air after 8 p.m. is off limits.
Update: Weather alert issued for strong thunderstorms in North Alabama Saturday afternoon
An updated report from the National Weather Service was issued on Saturday at 3:01 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 3:30 p.m. for Lawrence, Morgan and Cullman counties. Residents can anticipate wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 3 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm over Sardis, or 11...
“Into Light” Alabama Project Exhibition profiles faces lost to drug addiction
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Lining the walls of South’s Student Center -- are faces of lives lost to drug addiction. “Some have lived this -- others will live this,” said Jo Bonner, University of South Alabama President. On hand Thursday night -- founder of the non-profit “Into Light...
Alabama State Trooper talks Labor Day weekend
MONTGOMERY, Ala (WIAT) — Alabama State Troopers are getting ready for a busy travel weekend for Labor Day. Sgt. Jeremy Burkett said this weekend is different than others. He explained that Labor Day means the kickoff of football season, and football season in Alabama can also mean celebration, which can result in drinking. Burkett gave […]
Alabama state committee looks to address gaps in veteran mental health care
A newly formed committee met Thursday in Montgomery to discuss ways to close mental health care gaps for military veterans in Alabama. The committee, led by Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) and Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs (ADVA), focused on preventing veteran suicides. “We’re trying to get out in front of this thing so […]
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