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Family of woman found dead in Bessemer gets help shipping body back home to New Jersey
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The body of a New Jersey woman found dead in Bessemer earlier this month will finally be heading home. WBRC first reported on the family of Miyell Johnson attempting to raise money to get the 29-year-old woman’s body home. Johnson’s body will be shipped to...
'It's time for Tuscaloosa to catch up': Leaders form group to boost school funding
A retired educator and a Tuscaloosa businesswoman have joined forces in a group that seeks to boost funding for Tuscaloosa City Schools. Beth Curtis, who retired as Verner Elementary School’s principal in 2020, and Michele Coley, an Allstate Insurance agent, will lead Secure the Future Tuscaloosa, according to a Tuesday news release. More: Vote...
Albert Striplin, Prattville City Councilor District 1, has passed away
A longtime Prattville City Councilman for District 1, Albert Striplin, passed away this morning, surrounded by his loving family and friends. The City of Prattville has announced that in honor and remembrance of Councilor Albert Striplin, flags will be flown at half-staff until sunset on the day of his interment.
Anniston High School ready to unveil newly renovated stadium
ANNISTON, Ala. (WBRC) - The Anniston Bulldogs will have an upgraded stadium to show off Friday. School officials say the stadium renovations are complete and the community is excited. Anniston School Superintendent Dr. Ray Hill says not only did the kids deserve this, but it restored pride for the school...
Sheriff’s Office to conduct safety checkpoints in Montevallo, Chelsea
The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office has announced that it will conduct safety checkpoints on Friday Aug. 30 and Saturday, Aug. 31. The post Sheriff’s Office to conduct safety checkpoints in Montevallo, Chelsea appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
7 new + coming soon businesses in Birmingham—plus, one furniture store we’re saying goodbye to
Check out these brand-new businesses coming soon and help us say goodbye to a beloved furniture store officially closing its doors. Read on to learn about these new additions to Birmingham + how you can get in on the action. Now Open. FirstBank | Downtown Birmingham. Nashville-based FirstBank has opened...
Ohatchee football makes national headlines with thrilling season opener [VIDEO]
In what was already a Game of the Year candidate, Ohatchee High School needed one more play in the final moments of its season opener against New Hope. And on the last play of the game, a Hail Mary was delivered. Keep reading to experience the ending that has the...
New hotel + parking garage approved by Huntsville City Council
The City of Huntsville has approved a project agreement for a new hotel and parking garage in the City Centre development. The City of Huntsville entered into the agreement with City Centre IV, LLC and City Centre I LLC — the developers responsible for the AC Hotel, the Eclipse and the Bartley Building within the City Centre mixed-use development located immediately south of Big Spring Park.
Former LSU Quarterback will face Alabama for fourth time on third team
The entire country will be in action this week after we got a taste of College Football last weekend with four FBS games. Every game isn't as high stakes as LSU vs USC, Georgia Vs Clemson, and Notre Dame Vs Texas A&M for example as several teams across the country will face far inferior teams.
Ex-CNN contributor implores recruits to avoid Bruce Pearl's Auburn basketball program
Former CNN contributor Roland Martin is imploring recruits not to sign with Bruce Pearl's Auburn basketball program after the Tigers head coach made inflammatory remarks about democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris. "To all Black ballplayers and their parents considering (Auburn men's basketball), this is the trash Bruce Pearl tweets," Martin...
SNEAK PEEK: Lag’s Eatery to open soon in Avondale
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night options are coming soon to Avondale! Legendary local restaurant Lag’s Eatery is set to reopen this fall after the original Homewood location closed in 2009. We spoke with co-owners Eric Wallace and Justin Shubert to learn what to expect when Lag’s Eatery opens later...
‘Miracles are real’: Couple who adopted 9 kids while facing infertility to welcome baby
ENTERPRISE, Ala. (WTVY/Gray News) - After battling with infertility and adopting nine children, an Alabama couple are now expecting their miracle baby. Adoption and foster care have always been a passion for CJ and Elisha Hodge, so it’s no surprise to them that they ended up adopting nine children, WTVY reports.
Alabama and Georgia have highest Alzheimer’s mortality rates in country, according to study
(WRBL) — Alzheimer’s Disease is the seventh-leading cause of death in the U.S., according to the CDC. A study recently found the disease’s mortality rates are highest in Alabama and Georgia, as well as Mississippi, Washington and Arkansas. Findings from a study by “Seniorly” found evidence of geographic influence, where overall, southeastern states saw the […]
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