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Magneco/Metrel holds grand opening at former steel mill
Last Friday, July 19, Mayor Craig Ford welcomed Magneco/Metrel to Gadsden during a dedication and grand opening ceremony. The company occupies 100,000 square feet of space at the former Gulf States Steel and Republic Steel industrial site in west Gadsden. “I remember when the steel plant shut down, and it’s...
St. Andrew’s hosting Back-2-School Bash Aug. 4
CULLMAN, Ala. – St. Andrew’s Global Methodist Church in Cullman is hosting its Back-2-School Bash on Sunday, Aug. 4, from 2-4 p.m. St. Andrew’s is located at 615 Main Ave. SW. The Back-2-School Bash will feature a variety of activities, including games, inflatables and frozen treats from...
Nick Saban comments on players that ‘bolted’ from Alabama after he retired
Nick Saban commented on the players, who left Alabama without giving Kalen DeBoer an evaluation following Saban’s retirement at SEC Media Days. DeBoer joined Saban and other SEC Network analysts on the set of SEC Now while in Dallas. Saban took some time to show respect for the players, who allowed DeBoer to talk and visit with them when he first arrived in Tuscaloosa.
Elite in-state 4-Star wide receiver visiting Alabama this weekend
Cederian Morgan confirmed he will be at the University of Alabama this weekend. Morgan is a 2026 four-star recruit out of Benjamin Russel High School in Alexander City Alabama. He currently garners a four-star rating from most recruiting sites and is regarded as one of the nation’s top underclassman prospects. Auburn will also host Morgan this weekend.
Summer camp gives students a chance to learn about the film industry
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Kids attending a unique summer camp in Birmingham have gotten some hands on experience in the magic of making movies. On The Set Summer Film Camp allows a group of students the chance to learn all about the movie industry, from production to acting, lighting, and management.
Slim Chickens grand opening set for July 22
Lim Chickens will be making their grand opening in Albertville on Monday, July 22. Slim Chickens will be operated by experienced restaurateurs Alan Renfroe and Dana Price. Renfroe and Price plan to bring delicious fried chicken and Southern-inspired sides to Albertville. With the new Slim Chickens location, it will make a positive economic impact with 50 new jobs being created for the Albertville community.
Keeping Cullman beautiful: Meet the ‘flower girls’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs at a recent city council meeting complimented a team of women he termed Cullman’s “flower girls,” noting their skillful work in beautifying the city’s downtown streetscapes with hanging baskets, flower beds and landscaping. Intrigued, The Tribune wanted to know more.
Take After Take with Carl Prather: RIP NCAA Football 14, Hello College Football 25
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - On this week’s show, Carl says goodbye to NCAA Football 14 and shares his excitement about the newest iteration, College Football 25. We also discuss the absurdity of the Home Field Advantage rankings for the new game and give our hottest sports take that is bound to make some people mad. But remember, Take After Take is a safe space...
UAB Athletics hosting Fan Fest to kickoff 2024 football season
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - UAB Athletics will be celebrating the start of the 2024 football season with their second annual fan fest at the UAB Football Operations Center Aug. 17. The event will give fans the opportunity to pick up their 2024 schedule posters and interact with players from the...
Birmingham-area Verizon Wireless stores to give away $3M worth in free backpacks
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Round Room, a Verizon authorized retailer, is giving away $3 million worth of free backpacks at its 12th Annual “School Rocks Backpack Giveaway” event in three Alabama locations on Sunday. Backpacks can be one of the more expensive items on school supply lists, with...
Gadsden’s First Friday returns Aug. 2
Downtown Gadsden will host First Friday on August 2 from 6 to 9 p.m. Residents and visitors can explore Broad Street and beyond for dining, shopping, classic cars, live music and the arts. Broad Street will be closed to traffic at 4 p.m. to allow classic cars, live music and...
Calhoun County Commission Highlights: July 25, 2024
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Commission held a regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, June 25th, 2024. Call To Order Invocation/Pledge Of Allegiance Adopt Agenda – Unanimously Approved Unanimously Approved Elected Official/Department Head Comments – No Comments Adopt Minutes – Unanimously Approved Old Business Nuisance Abatements: – Unanimously Approved 1025 Hamm Street, Anniston – Tamiko Russell […] The post Calhoun County Commission Highlights: July 25, 2024 appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
From Clanton With Praise: Historic hymn inspired by conversation in local hotel
By Billy Singleton | Community Columnist “Take up thy cross and follow me,” I heard my master say; “I gave my life to ransom thee, Surrender your all today.” These inspirational words of invitation are taken from the first verse of “Wherever He Leads I’ll Go,” a hymn of dedication and praise that has been […] The post From Clanton With Praise: Historic hymn inspired by conversation in local hotel appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
A look at four ‘flip’ candidates ahead of Big Cat Weekend
Guests are beginning to arrive on Auburn’s campus for the biggest recruiting event of the season, Big Cat Weekend. Hugh Freeze and his coaching staff will welcome several uncommitted recruits and even more talented 2026 targets. However, its toughest recruiting effort will be spent on four players committed to playing college football elsewhere. A total of 22 known recruits from the 2025 cycle will be present during Big Cat Weekend, with four committed to fellow Power Four programs. According to Auburn Undercover’s running list of Big Cat visitors, four-star athlete Derick Smith (Alabama), four-star EDGE Zion Grady (Ohio State), three-star RB Daune...
Upcoming Charity Motorcycle Ride in Oxford to Support Local Man on Hospice
Oxford, AL — The Hatchet Creek chapter of the Hades Hounds Motorcycle Club is organizing a charity motorcycle ride to support Timmy Sauceda, a 42-year-old man on hospice battling congestive heart failure without life insurance. The event will take place on Saturday, August 3rd, with riders gathering at Mountain Motorsports of Oxford. The ride aims […] The post Upcoming Charity Motorcycle Ride in Oxford to Support Local Man on Hospice appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
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