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Confusion inside Bessemer City Schools continues as board looks to approve the 2025 salary schedule
BESSEMER, Ala. — Confusion within the Bessemer City School system continues. The board hosted a budget meeting for the 2025 school year on Tuesday, and some left with more questions than answers. During the meeting, the board went over the budget for the 2025 year. There were some concerns...
City of Centreville Issues Critical Notice for Centreville Water Users: Lead and Copper Rule Compliance Inventory Update
City of Centreville Issues Critical Notice for Centreville Water Users: Lead and Copper Rule Compliance Inventory Update. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) created the Lead and Copper Rule (LCR) to protect public health by reducing lead and copper in drinking water. This important rule has been updated over time to strengthen protections, particularly for children and vulnerable groups. In 2021, the EPA introduced new revisions to further reduce lead in the nation’s water and provide communities with vital information.
Honor local 9/11 victim Maj. Dwayne Williams with “Take the Day Back” concert tribute in Trussville, Sept. 11
Nearly 23 years ago, Major Dwayne Williams was among the nine people with Alabama ties killed in the September 11 Attacks. To honor the memory of his brother and others lost that day, Birminghamian Roy Williams is hosting a free tribute concert in Trussville. All proceeds from the event will...
Man wanted in 3 states arrested after wild police chase in Cordova
CORDOVA, Ala. — A man charged with crimes in several states, including kidnapping a toddler, is in jail in Walker County after a wild police chase. On Monday around midday, Cordova's police chief tried to stop a vehicle but the driver took off, according to Cordova Public Safety. A...
Birmingham to discuss citywide rezoning in upcoming public meetings
The Department of Planning, Engineering, and Permits for the City of Birmingham will hold a series of public meetings to discuss a citywide rezoning initiative. The city says the goal of the rezoning is to create mixed-use districts that are transit-friendly and walkable. Below is the schedule for the meetings.
Pink Boot Boutique’s Small Business Christmas Market coming in November
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman woman and Pink Boot Boutique Owner Shayla Waldner had a vision to eventually host a Christmas market when she initially started her business, with a passion for fashion, clothing and, overall, giving women confidence in their daily lives. Waldner will host a Christmas market at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center on Saturday, Nov. 30, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. “I started the Pink Boot in October 2023 and knew immediately I wanted to host a Christmas market, but my hands were full with opening a mobile boutique at the moment,” Waldner said. “I love going to holiday events...
Police: Birmingham man kidnapped mother; reloaded gun during shooting that killed grandfather, family friend
A Birmingham man charged in the quadruple shooting that left two people dead, including his grandfather, kidnapped his own mother at gunpoint and forced her to drive him from one crime scene to the next, according to information released in court on Wednesday. Kerry Jackson Jr., 31, is charged with...
Crimson Tide’s “Mr. Irrelevant,” and a former Alabama star, cut from the NFL
It wasn’t a good week for two former members of the Alabama Crimson Tide. Safety Jaylen Key was waived by The New York Jets. The team picked the former Alabama player with the last pick of this year’s NFL Draft, making him known as the annual “Mr. Irrelevant.” There was also bad news for former Tide linebacker Ronnie Harrison.
Alabama law banning puberty blockers, hormones for transgender minors remains in effect
Alabama can continue to enforce a state law banning gender-affirming care for minors after a federal appeals court on Wednesday declined to put the question of a preliminary injunction before the full court. A panel of the 11th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals reversed U.S. District Court Judge Liles Burke’s...
Patriots receiving votes in top 10
The Alabama Sports Writers Association released its weekly high school football poll Wednesday morning. After the first week of games, Homewood is receiving votes in Class 6A. The Patriots were impressive in a 35-6 win over John Carroll in Week 1 and are on the cusp of the top 10. This week, Homewood hosts Briarwood, the new No. 10 team in 5A. Here's the rest of the 6A poll: CLASS 6A 1. Saraland (13); 1-0 2. Parker (5); 1-0 3. Clay-Chalkville; 1-0 4. Spain Park; 1-0 5. Oxford; 1-0 6. Gadsden City; 1-0 7. Mountain Brook; 1-0 8. Gulf Shores;...
NSF Grant Brings Genetics Opportunities to Students in Alabama
(TNS) — A Huntsville research center’s share of a National Science Foundation grant will bring chances for high-tech hands-on learning to middle and high school students. HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology’s share of over $30 million in NSF funding will help cover three years of STEM education open to north Alabama high schoolers and middle schoolers at eight Huntsville and Madison County schools, the institute recently announced.
Alabama: Your Dimes Could Bank You $450,000
You have better odds of finding one of these coins than winning the lottery!. I always want to mention that any quarter prior to 1965 is silver!. I check every quarter I see. There is another coin that can line your pockets with up to $450,000.00. That’s a lot of...
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