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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.
Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Seek Public Assistance in Recent Property Crime Investigations
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office is actively engaged in investigations related to recent property crimes and is reaching out to the public for assistance. By fostering community involvement, the Sheriff’s Office aims to enhance public safety and bring those responsible for criminal activities to justice. Incident 1: Sometime between 6/29/24 […] The post Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Seek Public Assistance in Recent Property Crime Investigations appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
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...
Logan Junk-Fishes for the Win at Phoenix Bass Fishing League Event at Neely Henry
GADSDEN, Ala. (July 15, 2024) – Boater Wes Logan of Springville, Alabama, caught a five-bass limit weighing 16 pounds, 3 ounces, Saturday to win the MLF Phoenix Bass Fishing League (BFL) Presented by T-H Marine on the Neely Henry Lake. The tournament was the fourth event of the season for the BFL Choo Choo Division. Logan earned $3,917 for his victory.
Hewitt-Trussville hosts "football night" for Moms
TRUSSVILLE, AL (WBMA) — Hewitt-Trussville High School hosted a women's night for the moms of the Hewitt-Trussville football players. At the event, moms participated in various exercises and drills the football team does, led by the football coaches instruction. This event brought many laughs and smiles as students and...
Officials cut ribbon at grand opening for new Moody PD building
MOODY – Officials and police staff members cut the ribbon for the new Moody Police Department during a grand opening ceremony on Sunday, July 14. The new building features a number of upgrades that includes larger space, new evidence lockup, exercise room and others. Moody Mayor Joe Lee delivered...
Venue of mass shooting in Birmingham lacked licenses to operate
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBMA) — Four people were killed and ten others were injured after shots were fired into a building where a birthday party event was being held. It happened Saturday night just after 11 p.m. in North Birmingham at an 'event center.'. After concerns were raised to us...
Gadsden Police Department Make Two Arrests In A Major Organized Retail Theft Ring
The Gadsden Police Department used the new Flock cameras around the city to help them make two arrests in a major organized retail theft ring. Officers say the ring has racked up thousands of dollars in thefts here and across the east coast. Sgt. Dusty Ford with the Gadsden Police...
Annual Kennis Croom Memorial Scholarship ceremony held in Tuscaloosa
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — Monday marked the third annual Officer Kennis Croom Memorial Scholarship award ceremony in Tuscaloosa. The scholarship is named in honor of Kennis Croom, who grew up in the Druid City but died in the line of duty as a police officer in Meridian, Mississippi. “We want to continue his legacy and […]
New Costco location under construction in Madison
According to signs placed around a newly paved parking lot, a brand new Costco location is underway for construction. If you’d like to know when and where this location is going, read on for details. Where this new Costco location will be. The new location is located off of...
Readers choose The Birmingham News top prep athletes of the year
AL.com readers selected their choice for boys and girls Athlete of the Year in the Birmingham area with an online poll. The poll results agreed with The Birmingham News boys athlete of Clay-Chalkville’s Jaylen Mbakwe, but readers chose Oak Mountain’s Emma Hawkins instead of Hewitt-Trussville’s Sara Phillips.
Helena Publix store temporarily shut down following fire
HELENA, Ala. (WIAT) — The Publix grocery store in Helena is temporarily closed following a fire on Monday. According to the Helena Police Department, the fire was reported before 3 p.m. Within an hour, officers had completed their investigation. As of Monday afternoon, the store remains closed due to the fire. No other information on […]
Melody Marr's journey to conquering substance use through Fort Payne's Day Reporting Center Lite
FORT PAYNE, Ala. — It’s not easy to change your nature, but through intense training and a lot of hard work, Melody Marr, now 51, overcame her bad habits and discovered how to live outside the boundaries of substance use and incarceration. Melody was part of the first graduating class for the Fort Payne Day Reporting Center Lite.
Auburn basketball will play Final Four participant in Birmingham next season
AUBURN — Another big-time matchup has been added to the 2024-25 Auburn basketball schedule. The Tigers will play Purdue at Birmingham's Legacy Arena on Dec. 21, Auburn announced Monday. The matchup is the first half of a two-year series with the Boilermakers, who will also play Auburn at Indianapolis' Gainbridge Fieldhouse in December 2025. ...
Nick Saban was denied entry into SEC Media Days for funny reason
Nick Saban attended SEC Media Days on Monday for the 17th consecutive year, but he did not receive the same type of red carpet treatment he has gotten in the past. Saban is covering SEC Media Days this year as a member of the media with ESPN. While appearing on “Get Up” Monday morning, the... The post Nick Saban was denied entry into SEC Media Days for funny reason appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Sheffield officer arrested for domestic violence
SHEFFIELD, Ala. (WAFF) - A Sheffield police officer is on administrative leave after being arrested Sunday night. Sheffield Police say they requested the Colbert County Sheriff’s Office to investigate a possible domestic violence incident involving officer Kelsey Quesenberry and her fiance. Both are employed by the police department. Deputies...
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