Jack
LATEST NEWS
Fire Up the Grills Sept. 27-28
CONTACT: Karen Beasley, Vice President of Marketing & Communications. Annual Sizzle and Smoke returns to Decatur Sept. 27-28 Decatur, Ala. (July 15, 2024) – Alabama's only triple steak cookoff returns in September bringing with it exciting grilling action and good times to the River City. Hosted by Mosaic Mentoring of North Alabama, Sizzle and Smoke welcomes steak connoisseurs and backyard grill meisters who gather to compete for prize money, bragging rights and a coveted golden ticket – the opportunity to compete at the 2025 SCA World Championships in Fort Worth, Texas. This year’s Sizzle and Smoke is set for Sept. 27-28, 2024, at Ingalls Harbor in Decatur, Ala.
Pike Road Girl Awarded In AHFA Statewide Art Contest
Emma Cho, 9, of Pike Road has been named a winner in the Alabama Housing Finance Authority’s third annual National Homeownership Month art contest. Alabama children between the ages of 5 and 12 were invited to show what makes their hometown special. Emma’s colorful and detailed entry earned her the “Staff’s Choice” award for depicting activities that bring the Pike Road community together.
ALERT: Police searching for missing teen in Dothan
DOTHAN, Ala (WDHN) — Dothan Police are asking for help finding a missing 15-year-old from Dothan. According to Dothan Police, Cameron Fields was last seen by his grandmother at her home in the 300 block of Young America Drive on Wednesday, July 10. Police say Fields was wearing a...
UAB Hospital continues to be the best hospital in Alabama, Birmingham metro, according to U.S. News & World Report
Was once again named the best hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report in its 2024-2025 Best Hospital rankings, released today. University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital also claims the No. 1 ranking as the best hospital in the Birmingham metro area. “UAB Hospital’s recognition as the best...
Overnight fire takes heavy toll on landmark Fairhope restaurant
FAIRHOPE, Ala. (WALA) - The State Fire Marshall is looking into the cause of an overnight fire. Five different fire departments responded to a restaurant fire on Scenic 98 early Monday morning, July 15, 2024 which caused extensive damage to Supper Club at Sweetwater Branch. The fire broke out around 1:30 a.m. and despite what witnesses called a quick response, flames spread quickly.
Selma firefighter arrested, charged with murder
SELMA, Ala. (WSFA) - A Selma firefighter is under arrest and charged with murder, according to the Selma Police Department. Benjamin Jackie, 27, was arrested on the scene of the homicide, according to Chief Kenta Fulford. He’s being held on a $1.5 million bond. Fulford said the investigation started...
Alabama Man Charged with First-Degree Murder in Stabbing Death of Woman in Kingman, Arizona
In a harrowing incident out of Kingman, Arizona, an Alabama man has been arrested on allegations of murder. According to reports from AZ Family, 59-year-old Anthony James Goodin is charged with first-degree murder following the stabbing of a woman, who was pronounced dead at a hospital nearby. Kingman Police were...
From school supplies to clothing, back-to-school items go tax-free this weekend in Alabama
If you're gearing up for school − or just looking for a break at the register − Alabama's annual back-to-school tax-free weekend will be in effect from 12:01 a.m. Friday, July 19, through midnight Sunday, July 21. Certain items will be free from state sales taxes, including pencils,...
Heat advisory for Alabama until Tuesday night
A heat advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Tuesday at 2:44 a.m. valid for Tuesday between 10 a.m. and 9 p.m. for Blount, St. Clair and Talladega counties. The weather service describes, "Heat index values up to 106 degrees expected." "Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause...
Texas now has ammunition vending machines
Upon seeing it, I was taken aback by the uniqueness and innovation of this vending machine. While there are numerous types of vending machines available, this one stood out to me. In grocery stores located in Alabama, Oklahoma, and Texas, patrons can now purchase ammunition via computerized vending machines. This...
Warning: Lightning In Alabama Kills Cow And Many People Each Year
OK, here's a fact that I bet you are unaware of. Alabama is ranked 3rd in the United States for death by lightning. A poor cow was struck by lightning within 100 yards of a family. Luckily the family found shelter and were safely indoors when it happened. An Alabama...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.