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Two North Alabama high schools get $5k from mobile carrier - and could get millions more
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Buckhorn and Hartselle High Schools received word this week they will each be awarded $5,000 as part of a T-Mobile program highlighting small-town football teams. In addition, the schools are in contention for a $2 million "grand prize" for a technology makeover. The T-Mobile "Friday Night...
Ohatchee, New Hope combine for record 147 points in regulation win for Ohatchee
Records were broken on Friday night. Ohatchee beat New Hope in a 76-71 win on Friday night in Ohatchee, with the two teams combining for 147 total points. The win marks the most points scored between two teams without any overtime periods in AHSAA history, according to AHSAA’s online record book; the previous record was from a 2016 game that saw Childersburg beat Coosa Christian 82-64 for 146 total points.
Madison County schools use new football security measures for the first time
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Madison County schools used a new safety measure to kick off this football season. The only lines they had were lines to scan tickets. People were breezing through the weapons detectors. This system is new to football games, but the students are already used to it.
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont kicks off season with 16-14 win over Falkville
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles kicked off their season at home against Falkville Friday night and thanks in large part to a great effort from the offensive line and their defense, the Eagles are off to a 1-0 start. Vinemont forced a punt on its opening defensive possession...
Watch the video – Grissom High School choir performing alongside Foreigner
HUNTSVILLE – Students in the Grissom High School Choir got the opportunity to perform with the legendary classic rock band Foreigner in front of thousands at a concert last weekend. Grissom’s choir won the chance to appear and perform with the band after submitting a video performing the group’s...
Tennessee Valley Schools game-day policies for football season
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — High school football season is starting, and attendance rules vary. Here’s a breakdown of game-day policies for several school districts across the Tennessee Valley:. Madison County Schools:. Elementary and Middle School Students: Must be accompanied by an adult who remains at the game. Unaccompanied students...
Class of ’74, first graduates of Bob Jones, plans 50th reunion
MADISON – Members of the Class of ’74 at Bob Jones High School have witnessed phenomenal changes to their town during the past 50 years. At their upcoming 50th class reunion, they can reminisce about grabbing a burger at their favorite hangout, The Patio; their groovy clothes in paisleys, plaid and patterns; and who was dating whom in 1974.
Decatur to Host 2025 College Fishing National Championship
Major League Fishing, in conjunction with Decatur Morgan County Tourism, announced that the 2025 Abu Garcia College Fishing National Championship will take place on Wheeler Lake in Decatur, Alabama, April 9–11. The 16th annual College Fishing National Championship will mark the second time the three-day tournament has been held...
Mars Hill earns redemption is Week Zero matchup against Madison Academy
MADISON, Ala. (WAFF) - The Mars Hill Panthers stand on the other side of the win column after a 34-7 Week Zero victory against Madison Academy, earning redemption from last season’s early exit in the playoffs. The Panthers were led offensively by running-back Jaxon Penn with four trips to...
JC bests Gardendale to win first game of the year
MADISON – The stadium on Celtic Drive was bathed in sky blue on Friday night as the James Clemens Jets held off Gardendale 17-10 in the season opener. The fans filled the stands well before the kickoff to celebrate the seniors with their parents on the field. A warm...
Sparkman High, UAH launch PILOT at Drone Fly Day
The University of Alabama in Huntsville teamed up with Sparkman High School to give 1,500 Madison County students a glimpse of a new STEM-related program. Earlier this month, the two launched a new collaboration called PILOT (Performance and Integration in the Logistical Operation of uncrewed Transport), on Drone Fly Day at the high school’s football field. On hand for the occasion were several engineers and students from UAH’s Rotorcraft Systems Engineering and Simulation Center (RSESC) to demonstrate what their aircraft are capable of.
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