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Former Alabama QB named starter at Pitt
Former Alabama quarterback Eli Holstein was named the starting quarterback for Pittsburgh ahead of its opening matchup with Kent State on Saturday according to a report from ESPN. Holstein, a redshirt freshman, spent one season with the Crimson Tide but did not see any action during the 2023 campaign so...
Daryl Davis, man who wrote of his experience talking with KKK members, coming to Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A musician and writer who gained nationwide attention for the way he engaged with members of hate groups will be coming to Birmingham to speak about how people can better bridge the gap between one another. Daryl Davis, author of “Klan-Destine Relationships: A Black Man’s Odyssey in the Ku Klux Klan,” […]
Former UMWA employee indicted on federal charges
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - A grand jury has returned a federal indictment against a former United Mine Workers of America (UMWA) employee. Jerry Gale Kerns is charged with destruction of property by means of an explosive device. He is accused of using an explosive to damage a methane gas pipeline on Warrior Met Coal property on March 23, 2022. At the time miners had been on strike for almost a year. After the explosion, Warrior Met Coal linked it to the on-going labor dispute.
Prattville offers “meetup” spot for online transactions and more
In recent years buying, selling and meeting strangers online has become much more prevalent and even common practice in today’s day and age. Do you know there are specific Meetup Spots designated for these types of meet ups and transactions?. Located in front of the Public Safety HQ building...
Kalen DeBoer Announces ‘Green Dot’ Players for Season Opener on Saturday
College football is back, which means some new rules were implemented this offseason. One of these rules is the new helmet communication technology, which will eliminate play calls on posters and allow coaches on both sides of the ball to communicate with one player on the field. newsletter]. College football...
Spartans can't hold lead, fall to Parker in top 10 battle
MOUNTAIN BROOK -- Lessons are often learned the hard way. On Friday night, with two of the best teams in Class 6A on the field, No. 7 Mountain Brook learned a hard lesson as a touchdown lead at halftime melted away in what became a 30-16 victory for No. 2 ranked Parker in a non-region game.
Hokes Bluff handles Southside, 21-13
Photo: Hokes Bluff’s Colten Shields sacks Southside quarterback Ethan Sarratt during the Eagles’ 21-13 victory in high school football on Thursday, Aug. 29. (Courtesy of Alex Chaney) For the first time in several years, the Hokes Bluff High football team got the better of its crosstown rival. Helped...
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,...
Where to recycle in central Alabama
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — When it comes to recycling, central Alabama residents have various options. Here’s a list of recycling locations across central Alabama, as well as what items they will and will not accept: The Alabama Department of Environmental Management recently awarded $2.5 million in recycling grants to cities, counties, agencies and nonprofits across […]
Voter registration drive to be held for Georgia and Alabama residents Sept. 7
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - The Columbus Chapter of Jack and Jill of America is partnering with other community organizations to host a free voter registration drive and community block party in September. The event will be held at the 14th Street Bridge on the Columbus and Phenix City side on...
Alabama: These Quarters Are Worth Thousands
They may be right there in your change drawer. Here are ten common quarters that, can be worth thousands of dollars:. 1932-D Washington Quarter: While the 1932-D Washington Quarter isn't necessarily "common," it is more widely available than some other rare quarters. In pristine condition, it can fetch thousands of dollars.
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall Announces Settlement in Unclaimed Property Dispute
Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has announced that a bipartisan coalition of 35 states has reached a settlement with the State of Delaware, resolving the outstanding damages phase of a long-standing unclaimed property dispute before the U.S. Supreme Court. This settlement follows a unanimous 2023 decision by the Supreme Court, which sided with […] The post Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall Announces Settlement in Unclaimed Property Dispute appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Pet of the week: Save a Buck!
CULLMAN, Ala. – Buck, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week, is stunning Australian Shepherd mix. He is approximately 5-6 years old with low energy. One of his most loved activities is running around a large yard and exploring. And his favorite place to sit is directly beside you. He can be as quiet as a church mouse in his kennel as he watches the world go by. Buck is unassuming and gentle, understands personal space and is truly the quintessential companion/therapy fellow. Come save Buck and enjoy his loving company! Are you ready to meet Buck? Head over to Cullman County Animal Shelter at 935 Convent Road NE, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. for a meet and greet. His adoption fee includes neuter, DHLPP vaccine, Bordetella vaccines, rabies vaccine, wormer, general exam at the vet and microchip. Contact the Cullman County Animal Shelter at 256-734-5448 or cullmananimalshelter@co.cullman.al.us. If you arrive and Buck has been adopted, don’t worry! There are many wonderful pets just waiting for you to take them home. Copyright 2024 Humble Roots, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Athens State Celebrates College Colors Day
On August 21, Governor Kay Ivey delivered a proclamation to officially recognize August 30, 2024 as the day to celebrate Alabama’s public universities with College Colors Day, and encouraged every Alabamian to join her in wearing the apparel of their favorite university on this day. She thanked these universities for their difference-making contribution to the state, and commented that she appreciated their important role in economic development. The announcement was made in Montgomery and attended by the mascots from all of Alabama’s public universities.
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