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Jackson County CAC requests funding
During last week’s Scottsboro City Council work session, the Jackson County Children’s Advocacy Center requested funding in the amount of $300,000 from the opioid settlement funds received by the City of Scottsboro. It was noted that of the $8.5 million distributed, $730,000 was given to the Alabama Boys and Girls Club.
President Wims Approves Contract Extension for Bryant through 2027
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. | Alabama A&M University President Dr. Daniel K. Wims has approved a contract extension for Director of Athletics Dr. Paul A. Bryant through 2027. Bryant, who is just the fourth Director of Athletics in the program's 24-year NCAA Division I history, received the contract extension after directing the program to new heights over the past two years.
'Pathfinder' hoisted back into place at U.S. Space & Rocket Center
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — A nearly 50-year-old mockup that was part of the space shuttle development project is being reassembled for display at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center. Two huge cranes lifted the "Pathfinder" orbiter model back into place as part of the full shuttle assembly outside the Huntsville museum.
Parent of B.B. Comer High School cheerleader claims daughter’s health neglected by coaches following concussion
A parent of a B.B. Comer High School student is voicing concerns about his daughter's cheer coaches and how they handled her health after she suffered a concussion.
Madison Witches Stroll flies back into town on Oct. 13
MADISON – When the outside air starts to turn nippy, glamorous and grotesque creatures will convene for the Madison Witch Stroll in historic downtown Madison. The afternoon of Oct. 13 promises fun-filled, fall frivolity but also involves a worthy cause. Organized by Madison Visionary Partners or MVP, the event will benefit funding for the Madison Splash Pad.
Jamarcus Shephard tells hard truth about Alabama wide receivers
The Alabama wide receiver room will look almost completely revamped when they take the field on offense this season after retooling. This comes after the Crimson Tide lost their three of its leading pass catchers from last season in Jermaine Burton, who took his talents to the NFL, while Isaiah Bond and Amari Niblack both entered the NCAA transfer portal and found new homes with SEC newcomer, the Texas Longhorns.
‘Hacksaw’ Jim Duggan appearing at Rocket City Trash Pandas game
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - An icon in the world of wrestling is coming to Toyota Field Thursday night. WWE Hall of Famer Hacksaw Jim Duggan is all set to throw out the first pitch just before the Rocket City Trash Pandas take on the Tennessee Smokies. He will also be signing autographs for fans in attendance.
Man shot, killed early Wednesday morning in Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Birmingham Police are investigating a homicide that happened just after 6:30 a.m. August 28. The victim has not yet been identified. West Precinct officers responded to a person down call in the 2900 block of Avenue F. They arrived on the scene and found a man that had been shot.
Weird power outages in two counties, according to mother and daughter
TUSCALOOSA COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - Something strange is going on with some homeowners in Duncanville, an area in western Tuscaloosa County and over the line in Bibb County. Two residents claim there’ve been power outages for no apparent reason and it’s getting to the point frustrations are mounting.
Auburn University parts way with Sodexo
AUBURN, Ala. (WSFA) - A recent report shows that Sodexo, a vendor with Auburn University, is laying off close to 200 employees. According to the Alabama WARN report, Sodexo Inc. and Affiliates at Auburn University are laying off 170 employees beginning August 31. In February of 2022, Sodexo started a three-year contract to become the university’s custodial service provider on the main campus and the College of Veterinary Medicine, as well as auxiliary services.
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