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Man who allegedly detonated explosive device outside Alabama Attorney General’s Office pleads guilty
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — A man accused of placing an explosive device outside the Alabama Attorney General’s office earlier this year has pleaded guilty in the case. Kyle Calvert, 26, of Irondale, pleaded guilty in federal court to the malicious use of an explosive device. He faces between five to 20 years in prison without the possibility of parole.
Spain Park throws coach Curtis Thompson reflects on Olympic experience
With Spain Park High School and the city of Hoover behind him, Curtis Thompson took the world’s biggest stage in Paris, France for his second Olympic Games. The post Spain Park throws coach Curtis Thompson reflects on Olympic experience appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Calls for drastic reforms after scathing report on Alabama's pharmacy board
MONTGOMERY, Ala (WBMA) — State lawmakers reviewing operations of the Alabama Board of Pharmacy call a state audit report "extremely, extremely troubling." The Sunset Committee met Thursday in Montgomery. "To say I'm concerned would be an extreme understatement," remarked Senator Keith Kelley of Anniston. He added if the board...
Sen. Katie Britt secures $2 million for south Alabama hospital
U.S. Sen. Katie Britt, R-Ala., announced Friday that she has secured a $2 million federal grant for Atmore Community Hospital in Atmore, Ala. “Health care is critical for the wellbeing of Alabamians across our great state, and modernized equipment is key to providing the best care for patients,” Britt said in a news release. “I’m proud to have secured these funds during the 2024 Appropriations process, and I look forward to continuing my work on the committee to invest further into our families, our state, and our future.”
Liles installed as state American College of Surgeons president at annual conference
The Alabama chapter of the American College of Surgeons held its annual conference jointly with the Mississippi chapter and featured speakers from across the region, including surgery faculty from the Whiddon College of Medicine. USA Health surgical oncologist Spencer Liles, M.D., FACS, was installed as president of the Alabama chapter...
Alabama Supreme Court denies rehearing on United Methodist churches wanting to leave
The Alabama Supreme Court on Friday denied a request for a re-hearing of its ruling against United Methodist churches that sued trying to leave the United Methodist Church and take their property. The state Supreme Court, in a ruling released May 31, said the churches must pursue the matter through...
Exec Hub celebrates four months in business
Exec Hub, a new player in the executive assistance and business services sector, marked its fourth month in business with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday hosted by the Mountain Brook Chamber of Commerce. Founded by Liz Wiatt, Exec Hub offers a versatile range of services designed to streamline operations for...
Hewitt-Trussville alum Key scores big win as Georgia Tech upsets No. 10 FSU
College football’s 2024 season kicked off Saturday with Hewitt-Trussville High School alum Brent Key taking center stage with the biggest win of his coaching career. Key’s Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets upset 10th-ranked Florida State 24-21 in a game played in Dublin, Ireland. The Yellow Jackets were 10½-point underdogs but got the winning margin on a 44-yard field goal by Aiden Burr as time expired.
Second AshFest to Bring 8 Hours of Music & Standup to Brewery Saturday
A festival in memory of a DCH nurse will return Saturday, bringing eight hours of music, stand-up comedy and more to Tuscaloosa's Druid City Brewing Company. AshFest first came to the brewery last year, organized by Tuscaloosa's Jimmy Mixon in memory of his late wife Ashley Mixon, a second-career nurse.
City Mourns Friday Death of “Tuscaloosa’s Doctor” Ramesh Peramsetty
City leaders, his staff and patients across the area are mourning the Friday afternoon death of "Tuscaloosa's Doctor," Ramesh Peramsetty. Peramsetty was the well-known founder and medical director of a group of local medical officers operating as the Crimson Network, including Alabama Family Medical Care, both Crimson Care locations, Crimson Village and the Tuscaloosa Weight Loss Center.
DCH medicine program proving to be popular with patients
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WBRC) - Meds to the Beds! A catchy name for a program at DCH in Tuscaloosa and one that so far has impacted thousands of patients. It all comes down to one word - convenience. It’s proven to be so popular that DCH leaders estimate at least 5,000 patients have benefited from it in the last four years.
Bama in the NFL: Roster Cuts Tracker
The NFL preseason wraps up this weekend, with the final game of three weeks for all NFL teams taking place from Thursday to Sunday night. Teams will have to cut half of their players following the final preseason game, however, with the roster limit dropping from 90 players to 53 players.
Nick Saban’s Reason For Losing To Michigan Shows Just How Much College Football Has Changed
Nick Saban lost his final college football game as a head coach to Michigan in the Rose Bowl. He decided to step down from his post at Alabama not long thereafter and made way for Kalen DeBoer. The huddle played a role in his retirement. Seriously. Saban took over the Crimson Tide in 2007. He […] The post Nick Saban’s Reason For Losing To Michigan Shows Just How Much College Football Has Changed appeared first on BroBible.
Alabama Power talks electric cars in T-Town
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WBRC) - Alabama Power teamed up with Young Tuscaloosa for their first electric car lunch and to learn more about electric cars. It was billed as the EV tailgate. A variety of electric vehicles were on display at the Alabama Power office on Queen City Avenue. Company leaders say this was an opportunity to showcase the growing trend towards electric cars and the growing number of electric charging stations throughout the state.
Catie DeLoof Will Start With a $50,000 Salary at the University of Alabama
Catie DeLoof will match starting salaries with Sydney Pickrem at West Virginia, who has a similar coaching and competitive resume. Archive photo via Jack Spitser/Spitser Photography. Catie DeLoof will make $50,000 per year as a base salary as an assistant coach at the University of Alabama. That matches the resume...
Tuscaloosa’s DCH to End 28-Room Hotel Program for Patients & Loved Ones
Tuscaloosa's DCH Regional Medical Center will soon end a program that provides patients and loved ones with an affordable place to stay before or during hospitalization. In a memo published earlier this month, hospital administrators alerted staff that DCH will end its Guest Room Program on September 1st and begin repurposing the 28 rooms dedicated to it.
College football's most talented team is the Alabama Crimson Tide
No one likes to hear 'I told you so', so consider this post as a statement not just from me, but from many Alabama Crimson Tide fans. For months, we've said what 247Sports has now proved; the 2024 Alabama Crimson Tide is college football's most talented team. Going back to...
Clay-Chalkville's band and cheer team are performance-ready as football season gets underway
PINSON, Ala. — As Clay-Chalkville and Hueytown High Schools face off in WVTM 13'sGame of the Week Friday, the Cougars' cheer team and band members are ready to perform. Video above: Clay-Chalkville's cheer team performs on WVTM 13. "We've been working on this show since July and working multiple...
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