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Viral Hugh Freeze snub a slap in the face to Auburn football fans
Bama Hammer's Ronald Evans called a spade a spade -- Big Game Boomer excluding Hugh Freeze from a recent criteria-less top 50 head coaches list is a blatant slap in the face to Auburn football fans. "...the Top 50 list prompts an interesting point," Evans prefaced before saying, "In the...
Fort Payne’s “Alabama” to be Honored in Special TV Broadcast August 15th
Fort Payne’s own Alabama will be celebrated on August 15th, when “CMT Giants: Alabama” premieres on CMT at 7:00pm. Artists and celebrities set to honor the country music greats will include:. Blake Shelton, Brad Paisley, Evander Holyfield, Jason Aldean, Jamey Johnson, Lionel Richie, Little Big Town, Lorrie...
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.
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.
ADSFR Results Show Evidence of Flounder Rebound
Dauphin Island, Ala. – (OBA) – Nobody was more pleased when the 91st Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo (ADSFR) added flounder to the CCA Alabama Live Weigh-In competition than Dr. Sean Powers, head rodeo judge and Director of the Stokes School of Marine and Environmental Sciences at the University of South Alabama.
Alabama: Video Shows Man Slaps Bear Across Face To Save Family
Now we have all seen a slap that, well, let’s just say was memorable. Most of us agree that this was the slap felt around the world. Have you ever wondered what you would do if you came face to face with a bear? Now don’t forget to click the video link following this story to see how someone reacted to a face-to-face bear meeting in his yard!
5 Alabama civil rights sites nominated for World Heritage List
Five historic sites in Alabama associated with the civil rights movement are being nominated to be added to the World Heritage List of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The National Park Service is preparing nominations for the sites, which would join the list of cultural and...
Decatur helping first-time home buyers with down payment assistance
DECATUR, Ala. (WAFF) - It’s the American Dream to buy a house. The city of Decatur is helping some individuals make that dream a reality. Decatur received $452,000 from the Department of Housing and Urban Development to help low-income residents. The city receives this grant every year and it...
Spotlight on Calhoun & Talladega: Health Care
Regional Medical Center (RMC) Health System is the largest not-for-profit health care provider in northeast Alabama. It has about 1,520 employees over two campuses. In Anniston, the system includes RMC Anniston, with 338 beds. RMC Anniston offers advanced cardiovascular, oncology, orthopedic, joint replacement and rehabilitation services, women’s and children’s services and numerous other specialty offerings. RMC has several family practice locations.
Long-time Bama lean on commitment watch heading into Champions BBQ weekend
Alabama has long been favored to land former Ole Miss commit AK Dear, who might just be the best running back in the 2025 cycle. With Dear’s announcement that he will be at Alabama’s Cold Summer Champions Cookout this weekend, a commitment seems imminent. Dear is ranked as...
End of the Dead: Alabama’s No. 1 class, elite targets returning for Champions Cook-Out
In-depth look at the exciting recruiting weekend ahead for Alabama. Keelon Russell, AK Dear, Caleb Cunningham and more will return. The post End of the Dead: Alabama’s No. 1 class, elite targets returning for Champions Cook-Out appeared first on On3.
Stunning Lake Tuscaloosa Architectural Masterpiece Up for Grabs
Step inside a luxurious, one-of-a-kind Lake Tuscaloosa retreat designed for optimal luxury and ultimate indulgence. The agent Trevor Sanders with Advantage Realty said, “This architectural masterpiece offers the epitome of luxury living.”. Alabama Real Estate, Homes for Sale in Alabama, What Homes are for sale in Alabama, Most Expensive...
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