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It’s been one month since Huntsville’s hands-free ordinance went into effect: How many tickets have police written?
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Huntsville’s new hands-free driving ordinance has now been in place for one month. So how many tickets have Huntsville police written in its inaugural month?. “Any rule, if it’s a good rule, great, but it has to be applied consistently across the entire city,” Huntsville...
Apartment hunting: Tips for finding your space in Huntsville during a ‘building boom’
While new homes and neighborhoods are going up at a record speed in Huntsville, apartments are going up even faster. In this 'Pressed for Space in the Rocket City' story, we discuss apartment hunting.
Orion Amphitheater group’s downtown Huntsville venue sets grand opening
A crucial hole in Huntsville music venues will soon be filled. Finally. For all the exciting additions in recent years — Mars Music Hall, Orion Amphitheater, the upcoming South Star Music Festival — since SideTracks Music Hall’s 2022 closing, Huntsville’s been devoid of a full-time, club-sized venue for touring-level bands.
Alabama man killed when boat sinks yards from ramp, state police say
An elderly Alabama man was killed Wednesday morning when his boat sank just 15 yards from a boat ramp on a lake, state police said. The marine-related incident occurred at approximately 8 a.m. Wednesday, and claimed the life of a Town Creek, Alabama, man. Edward Whitmire, 86, was attempting to...
$13,000 missing from Birmingham City elementary school
The Alabama Department of Examiners of Public Accounts has published it's audit of Birmingham City Schools. The report was published on June 28th, and notes a number of discrepancies. According to the audit, an internal investigation found that from 2017 to 2023, a total of $13,679 was collected but not...
Well-known Birmingham brewery closed for ‘exciting changes’
Birmingham-based Ghost Train Brewing is temporarily closed, though the owners are promising something special on the horizon. A sign on the Brewery at 3501 First Ave. S. reads:. “Our Apologies - Ghost Train will be temporarily closed, to make exciting changes. Updates coming soon!”. So far, there’s been no additional...
Sales Underway at Tuscaloosa Furniture Store Closing Amid Parent Company Bankruptcy
Deep discounts are on offer at a Tuscaloosa furniture store which is set to go out of business amid its parent company's bankruptcy. As the Thread first reported, brothers Will and Rod Morgan built and opened a Badcock Home Furniture & More in 2021 at 140 Skyland Drive behind the Los Tarascos Mexican restaurant.
Gadsden State starts Medical Assistant Program, hires director
Gadsden, Ala. – Gadsden State Community College is launching a new Medical Assistant Program that offers students a gateway to a rapidly growing healthcare field. The program opens Aug. 19 at the start of the 2024-25 academic year. Applications are being accepted. Dr. Susan Thrasher has been hired as...
Family-owned Alabama restaurant closing after more than 65 years
A long-time staple of dining in the Shoals area is closing. Jody’s Restaurant in Tuscumbia, a family-owned eatery which has been in business since 1958, is closing Aug. 4. The restaurant, located at 1460 Alabama 20, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Regular customers turned up for its meat-and-three menu of Southern cooking, with an occasional helping of peach cobbler.
Jacksonville State Athletics announces new ticketing system, seating changes inside AmFirst Stadium
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. (WBRC) - Beginning this season, Jacksonville State fans will notice some changes in how they purchase tickets. JSU Athletics announced this week they have partnered with Paciolan to streamline event entry and enhance overall fan experience for Gamecock athletics. Starting Aug. 15, Gamecock fans will manage all tickets...
Alabama offers twin brother of former Tide commit, 2025 ATH Derick Smith
Two days after his twin brother — Derick Smith flipped from the Alabama Crimson Tide to the Auburn Tigers, 2025 wide receiver Erick Smith has landed an offer from the Crimson Tide. The two Smith brothers play for Southside-Selma High School in Selma, Alabama. Erick plays wide receiver wheras his brother, Derick, plays both wide receiver and safety. On Monday, Derick made the decision to flip to the Tigers. The move was somewhat of a surprise to outsiders but recruiting insiders were aware of the potential flip several days prior. Alabama will continue to recruit the twin brothers. Erick is currently uncommitted. He...
Renew Birmingham to host Cookout and Car Show on Saturday
BIRMINGHAM, Ala (WIAT) – Renew Birmingham will host a Cookout and Car Show event on Saturday featuring free food, giveaways and more. The event will take place from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. in downtown Ensley on Avenue D in front of Cottons. Organizers say there will be a free barbecue, car show, kids’ area […]
Talladega appoints interim police chief
TALLADEGA, Ala. (WBMA) — The city of Talladega announced it named an interim police chief. Captain Ronald McElrath will fill the position. The announcement follow the retirement of Diane Thomas. Thomas revealed the news during a city council meeting. The city said McElrath began his career with the Talladega...