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Jacksonville State University opens new dining hall
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. (WBRC) - Jacksonville State University celebrated the grand opening of its new state-of-the-art Dining Hall with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday afternoon, Aug. 19. School officials say the new dining hall replaces the 62-year-old Jack Hopper Dining Hall, and features expanded seating, a variety of food stations, and...
Taco Casa Celebrates 50 Years of Family-Friendly Food Service in Tuscaloosa
Business and government leaders gathered on 15th Street to celebrate the 50th anniversary of a Tuscaloosa institution with a ceremonial ribbon-cutting at Taco Casa Tuesday morning. The brand really needs no introduction. Founded in August 1974 by Rod Wilkin, Taco Casa is synonymous with this city for most folks who...
New Hispanic food option opens in Tallassee
Anyone looking for a new restaurant need look no further than Jordan Avenue and Taqueria San Miguel. The street taco shop has been open for only a week but its owner Eva Juimenez is no stranger to food and restaurants. “I love to cook,” Juimenez said. “I’m from California and...
After careful contact in practice, Auburn defense 'ready to go tee off'
Keldric Faulk couldn't help but smile. The sophomore is one of the nicest guys in the building at Auburn. He's also one of the most physically gifted. And in preseason practices, Hugh Freeze didn't want some of the ultra-talented athletes Auburn has been able to compile over the past couple years, like Faulk, to tee off at full speed in practice against the Tigers' offense.
‘They don’t realize they are being educated:’ Storybook Farms founder visits West Point Rotary Club
WEST POINT — Storybook Farm Founder and CEO Dena Little was the guest speaker at Thursday’s noon hour meeting of the West Point Rotary Club. Located not far across the Chambers County line on the north side of Opelika, Storybook Farm empowers children facing adversity with specialized animal and nature-based learning environments that pave the […] The post ‘They don’t realize they are being educated:’ Storybook Farms founder visits West Point Rotary Club appeared first on Valley Times-News.
Entertainment district for future riverfront development approved by Gadsden City Council
Gadsden City Council members approved a second entertainment district for the future development of the city's western riverfront property. An entertainment district allows people to take marked alcoholic beverages from one venue to another. The district includes existing businesses, restaurants, and undeveloped property between South 4th Street and Rainbow Drive...
Calera City Council approves new government structure
CALERA, Ala. (WIAT) — Calera City Council voted Monday to approve a resolution that will change their form of government. The council will now be able to elect a Council President and President Pro-Tem, meaning Calera Mayor Jon Graham will no longer preside over the council. The President and President Pro-Tem that is elected will […]
Late coal magnate’s son says he’s running Jefferson County mine linked to home explosion
This article originally appeared on Inside Climate News, a nonprofit, independent news organization that covers climate, energy and the environment. It is republished with permission. Sign up for their newsletter here. OAK GROVE — New ownership at an Alabama mine accused of causing a fatal home explosion earlier this year is raising old concerns for residents in […]
Hometown Takeover creator returns to Wetumpka for chamber summit
The Wetumpka Area Chamber of Commerce wants to set the area on fire with its Ignite Leadership Summit. The summit hopes attendees will leave motivated to do good work at home, at work and in the community. “The idea is it only takes a spark to get a fire going,”...
Stanhope’s Anderson already filling his role
KamRan Anderson is ready to be the next man up. As Stanhope Elmore begins its season at home Friday against Marbury at Foshee-Henderson Stadium, Anderson looks to become the next Stanhope defensive end to find his way to the college level. In the past five seasons, Stanhope Elmore has sent...
Alabama high school football schedule Week 0: Every Gadsden-area AHSAA game
The Alabama high school football season has finally arrived after a long and blockbuster offseason. There is plenty of action around the Gadsden area on Thursday and Friday, with 21 of the teams in action. Geraldine and Sardis renew an old Sand Mountain rivalry as Albertville and Gadsden City both playing on Thursday, as well. Friday's action is highlighted by four area-versus-area games headlined by the rivalry between Cherokee County and Piedmont. Southside-Guntersville, Etowah-Jacksonville and Spring...
Jazz in the Grove festival returns to Pleasant Grove Labor Day Weekend
PLEASANT GROVE, Ala. (WBRC) - In just a few weeks, you’ll be hearing some great music in Pleasant Grove. The city’s 3rd annual Jazz in the Grove festival returns September 1 from 4 p.m.-8 p.m. The event will take place in the parking lot of Pleasant Grove High School.
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