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ADSFR Results Show Evidence of Flounder Rebound
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. Powers watched the southern...
Last full-service gas station in Oneonta closing because of worker shortage
ONEONTA, Ala. — One of the few full-service gas stations in our area is closing its doors for good. Tidwell's Citgo in Oneonta has been a fixture in the community since 1959, but on the first of August, it's going out of business. There are probably a lot of...
‘It was church’: Alabama state senator among 40,000 Black women on Zoom to support Kamala Harris
Four years ago, a Zoom meeting to build support for Kamala Harris as the Democratic vice presidential nominee attracted just 90 participants. On Sunday night, an estimated 40,000 Black women and allies logged on to Zoom and another 50,000 women on other platforms at the same time to support her brand-new presidential campaign.
Cougars navigating changes following state title
Human nature is to become complacent following the achievement of a goal. That’s what the Clay-Chalkville High School football team will battle this fall. The Cougars won the Class 6A state championship for the fourth time in program history last fall, putting together an undefeated campaign that included a thrilling victory over Saraland in the state final.
Information Empowerment Series Underway at Titusville Branch Library
An Information Empowerment Series is underway at Titusville Branch Library, #2 6th Avenue SW. The bi-weekly series kicked off on July 11. On Thursday, July 25, the topic was “Getting and Keeping a Roof Over Your head.”. The next session will be on Thursday, August 8. The topic will...
Concerns over Woodlawn business closures grow as some say the issue affects all of Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The end of an era could be on the horizon for an Atlanta-based restaurant. Rumors of the popular restaurant permanently closing surfaced after it announced it would only be temporarily closed. Slutty Vegan made the announcement on June 11, but now, rumors are swirling of a...
Birmingham police start homicide investigation in Southside
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Birmingham police arrived on the scene of a homicide investigation Friday night. According to the Birmingham Police Department, the investigation is occurring in the 100 block of Penthouse Drive. Police are expected to provide updates on the case. Stay with CBS 42 for this developing story.
Birmingham City Schools reviewing their progress and goals before the start of school
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Birmingham City Schools leaders are working to get ready for next school year. They’re working to improve attendance and scores in math and reading. Friday, at the superintendent’s performance review meeting, the board discussed everything from 3rd grade reading levels to chronic absenteeism. Superintendent...
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.
Private health information of more than 1,600 UAB patients exposed on postcards
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — More than 1,600 patients of the UAB School of Nursing had their protected health information exposed in a study recruitment postcard the school announced this week. On May 29, investigators became aware of a postcard sent to 1,655 patients with the purpose of recruiting them for...
Anderson Ave boutique celebrates opening in Trussville
By Chris Basinger, Staff Writer TRUSSVILLE, Ala.–A popular online boutique celebrated the opening of its new brick and mortar store on Trussville’s Main Street this week. Representatives from the Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce, the City of Trussville, and other community members gathered at Anderson Ave for the ceremonial ribbon cutting ceremony. “Thanks to everyone […]
Post office collection boxes removed in Gardendale after mail theft incident
GARDENDALE, Ala. (WBRC) - The blue collection boxes at the Gardendale Post Office have been removed following a second mail theft, according to the United States Postal Service. The U.S. Postal Service says the boxes were removed after a break-in that occurred sometimes over the weekend of July 20-21. This...
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...
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