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Russellville football booster club hosts golf tournament
The Russellville High School football booster club hosted a golf tournament fundraiser at Twin Pines Country Club Aug. 2. Golfers in teams of four players each had the chance to show their skills on the course while supporting the football program. “Golf is a fun way to get everybody involved,” Russellville head football coach Dustin Goodwin said. “We had coaches playing, we had players playing and then we had members of the community playing. I always think it’s a great event.”
Decatur police arrest woman accused of obtaining dozens of fraudulent loans
DECATUR, Ala. (WAFF) - A former employee at Always Money was arrested on identity theft charges following a summer-long investigation, Decatur police said. According to police, the investigation began in June when Always Money, a loan agency, reported that a former worker had obtained loans in customers names. Police said...
Hard Rock Reverb Hotel in the works in Florence
FLORENCE, Ala. (WAFF) - Plans for a new Hard Rock Reverb Hotel in Florence are slowly moving forward. A private developer is hoping to turn an old Days Inn into an eight story, history-centric hotel. Florence’s city council voted Monday to take the next step in the process. That is...
Christian Moore Remains Unconscious, Hits Walk Off Home Run In Fifth Professional Game
Mama, there goes that man again. It’s hard to envision starting a professional career in a better way than former Tennessee star Christian Moore has and the storybook first professional week continued on Wednesday night when he hit a ninth inning walk-off home run for the Rocket City Trash Pandas against the Birmingham Barons.
Tuscaloosa's Brilyn Hollyhand aims to reach next generation of voters with new book
Brilyn Hollyhand, an 18-year-old political commentator and strategist from Tuscaloosa, hopes to inspire the next generation of voters with his new book. Hollyhand's debut book, "One Generation Away: Why Now Is the Time to Restore American Freedom" launched July 9 and reached number 2 on the Amazon bestsellers list. More: Vote set for...
Man receives 198-year sentence for kidnapping, rape of elderly woman in Calhoun County
CALHOUN COUNTY, Ala. (WBMA) — A man who pleaded guilty to kidnapping and raping an elderly woman in Anniston two years ago was sentenced Friday. The Calhoun County Sheriff's Office said Tony Lamar White was sentenced to 198 years in prison. The sheriff's office said on July 4, 2022,...
Elmore County 4-H seeking Youth Development Coordinator
4-H Youth Development Coordinator – Elmore County. Location: This position will be housed in the Elmore County Extension Office in Wetumpka, Alabama. The Alabama Cooperative Extension System is the outreach organization for the land grant mission of Auburn University and Alabama A&M University. Our educational programs grow from these two land grant university campuses to serve the people of Alabama. We deliver science-based educational programs that enable people to improve their quality of life and economic well-being. Our information and programs are available online or in person in all 67 County Extension Offices and at teaching sites throughout Alabama communities.
City OKs greenway development deal for North Huntsville Beltline
HUNTSVILLE — Huntsville is progressing with plans to bridge the gaps in greenway connections throughout the city center. City Council authorized Mayor Tommy Battle to enter into an agreement with Lord Aeck Sargent Inc. to develop a master plan for the North Huntsville Beltline. The end result will be a plan for greenway connections from Holmes Avenue to Sparkman Drive, city officials said.
Finally! JeffCo Awards Bid to Build Animal Care and Control Facility
Allison Black Cornelius says there are few things that will keep her from talking. A rush of emotion is at the top of the list. “That would be it,” the president and chief executive officer at the Greater Birmingham Humane Society said. “If I cry and talk at the same time, it’s not pretty to watch.”
Alleged Cop Killer Seeks Transfer From Tuscaloosa Jail After 5 Years Without Bond or Trial
Attorneys for the man accused of murdering a Tuscaloosa Police officer have asked a judge to transfer him out of the county jail here, where he has been held for almost five years without bond or a trial. Luther Bernard Watkins, Jr. earned local infamy when he allegedly shot and...
2nd annual 3Sixty Jeep Club Rally coming in September
BATTLEGROUND, Ala. – Local group 3Sixty Jeep Club will host its second annual Jeep Club Rally Sept. 13-15 at Camp Liberty in near Battleground. The rally is the club’s most significant event of the year, with live music, car shows, cornhole competitions, eating contests and more activities and events. Proceeds will continue one of 3Sixty’s primary missions: supporting Cullman’s veterans and those from surrounding areas. “All the benefits are going towards veterans,” shared 3Sixty Jeep Club Vice President Morgan Swindoll. “As an SSG and full-time member of the Alabama National Guard, I strongly believe in and support the work our Jeep Club...
Alabama A&M brand plants flag in Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM — The Magic City skyline just got a little more maroon. The Alabama A&M University brand is now on display on the largest billboard in the state. Located above the Two North 20th Building in Birmingham’s downtown, the 179-by-25-foot sign amplifies the AAMU message in the heart of Alabama.
REHAU opens $66M paint line at Cullman plant
CULLMAN – Midway between Huntsville and Birmingham, Cullman continues to add to its reputation as a prime location to grow a business. Ranked No. 1 in expansion projects and jobs in the state and No. 2 in capital investment from expansions, Cullman County celebrated the expansion of a major automotive supplier when REHAU unveiled a $66 million paint line at its Cullman plant Wednesday.
TRENDING: Former Alabama Football Superstar Receives Shocking Placement in Top 10 SEC QB Rankings Since 2014
Since 2014, the Alabama football program has consistently won at least 11 games each season and secured three College Football Playoff national championship trophies. Leading the way for Alabama was the legendary head coach Nick Saban. The Crimson Tide have also had an abundance of star talent on both sides of the ball. Despite not winning the Heisman Trophy, left-handed quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is arguably the greatest Crimson Tide football player to have adorned the crimson, gray, and white in the past decade.
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