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More hot and humid days ahead
More hot and steamy conditions are ahead through the end of the week. A 'cold' front arriving Friday into Saturday will lower the temperatures and humidity slightly over the weekend, but it will still very much feel like August. Tonight bring another warm and muggy night. Temperatures will only settle...
Huntsville approves ‘Teachers’ Bill of Rights’ for student discipline
The Huntsville school board unanimously approved a “Teachers’ Bill of Rights” on Tuesday, providing guidelines for disciplining disruptive students. Board member Carlos Mathews called the policy a big change, saying parents need to “understand how serious of an issue this is going forward.”. If you purchase...
Florence man charged in Cloverdale drug bust
A Florence man faces several drug charges after authorities searched a residence on the 3100 block of County Road 10 in Cloverdale on July 26. The Lauderdale County Drug Task Force says they obtained a warrant due to the drug dealing activities of one of the people living in the residence.
City Council makes plans for North HSV renovations, talks housing and sustainability
In its most recent rendition, the Huntsville City Council delved into a series of urban development projects, including the Mill Creek and Blue Bike initiatives, aimed at enhancing the city’s infrastructure and promoting sustainable growth. Affordability and transportation access. The meeting opened with a focus on downtown development, highlighting...
Strong hosting Military Service and Academy Day at Huntsville High School
HUNTSVILLE — Army. Navy. Air Force. Coast Guard. Merchant Marines. Representatives of these service academies will join military recruiters next month at the second annual Military Service and Appreciation Day hosted by Rep. Dale Strong. The event is Aug. 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Huntsville High...
Expect some more steamy days here in the Rocket City
We realize that no one needs us to tell them it is really darn hot here in the Huntsville area these days. And while that is somewhat normal for Alabama summers, the excessive heat and daily heat advisories are no joke. Unfortunately, the Rocket City will not get much relief...
Pump It Up celebrates reopening with new inflatables
By Chris Basinger, Staff Writer TRUSSVILLE, Ala.–Pump It Up celebrated the completion of its extensive renovation and the addition of a new slate of colorful bounce houses on Monday, which are sure to bring birthday celebrations to new heights. Members of the Trussville City Council, the Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce, and other community members […]
New grocery store opens in Fairfield
FAIRFIELD, Ala. (WBRC) - The Carver Jones Market is now open in Fairfield, bringing a new grocery store to the area. Prior to the market’s opening, owners said “100% of Fairfield — 3,400 households — have zero acceptable access to ‘good’ and fresh food, which leads to hunger, poor health, higher food prices, and increased morbidity.”
Shoals Solid Waste Authority to sell land to new business
TUSCUMBIA, Ala. (WAFF) - The Shoals Solid Waste Authority has agreed to sell up to two acres of property in the Colbert County Industrial Park to a new business, according to our news partners at the Times Daily. The board agreed to sell the property to Grass Life, a Muscle...
Fairfield group making the city ‘unrecognizable’ through multimillion dollar redevelopment
On Wednesday not only will Fairfield see the opening of its first grocery store since 2016, but a local private organization will announce a multimillion-dollar development plan for downtown. The new Carver Jones Market will be the first grocery store Fairfield has had since the Walmart Supercenter closed eight years...
Man arrested in North Shelby for chemical endangerment of a child, drug possession
Jason Miller, 37, of Birmingham, was arrested on July 28 for drug possession and the chemical endangerment of a child and is currently held in the Shelby County Jail on a $306,000 bond. The post Man arrested in North Shelby for chemical endangerment of a child, drug possession appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Allen And Joseph To Continue Careers At Alabama A&M
Recent Savannah State graduates Nyla Allen and Desmore Joseph, II have decided to continue their academic and athletic careers at Alabama A&M. Allen was a point guard on the Lady Tigers basketball team while Joseph was a infielder on the SSU baseball team. A native of Jacksonville, Florida, Allen earned...
The race to hire: School districts work to fill open positions before school year starts
As students get ready for the first day of school, the race is on to make sure every position is filled. "Our Phrase is to be ready day one so I want to make sure that we have someone in our classrooms for our students," Birmingham city schools HR officer Corvetta Clasberry said.
Terrific New Theatre’s giant rummage sale to support new building in Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Birmingham residents should mark their calendars for Saturday, August 3, when Terrific New Theatre (TNT) hosts their giant rummage sale. This event offers an exciting opportunity to dig through treasures and hidden gems, with every purchase supporting the theater’s new space. Profits from the sale...