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Rural hospitals — and some urban ones — struggle for financial fitness
As mayor of a small town in rural Alabama, your daily concerns should be public safety, sanitation, economic development and such — not trying to keep the city’s hospital open. But that’s a hot topic for Mayor Sheldon Day in Thomasville, where the city’s four-year-old hospital is about...
Two Great Ways To Support Local First Responders
During the busy and hot months of summer local first responders diligently maintain protection and life saving duties for the community residents and tourist alike. Imagine fighting a fire with the weight of the required gear. What about patrolling the beach while having a heavy bullet-proof vest. The lifeguards jump into action even if a rip current is active to save the life of a swimmer.
Orange Beach City Schools Athletic Complex Progressing Rapidly
New $42M Orange Beach Athletic Complex Nears Key Milestones. Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – While there is still some dirt work to be done on the new Orange Beach City Schools $42 million athletic complex, walls are going up on of one of the components to serve coaches, student-athletes, band activities and the community.
Image of Angel Spotted Above Louisiana Beachgoers Favorite Beach
Beachgoers have been flocking to the Gulf Coast this summer and one person thinks she may have seen the image of an angel over one of the beaches many from Louisiana love to visit. This summer has brought a lot of tragedy to the beaches along the Emerald Gulf Coast....
$3 lottery ticket bought in Hickory hits for $100K
HICKORY, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) – A lottery ticket purchased in Hickory by an Alabama resident ended up hitting for a big prize, North Carolina Lottery officials announced Thursday. Alabama resident Christopher Baker bought $3 Quick Pick at Jack B. Quick on Old NC 10 and doubled his prize when he hit a multiplier. “I […]
'Doin' Good in the Hood' as they honor legacy of the Buffalo Soldiers
MOBILE, Ala. (WPMI) — They served their country proudly, even when it was less than kind to them. They were America’s Buffalo Soldiers. It was a name American Indian tribes gave to segregated regiments within the United States Army who were black. It was a name that stuck even after the segregated troops were dissolved in the early 50's. This week, a nationwide group that honors them is gathering again in Mobile.
National and local authorities crack down on use of Glock switches in Alabama
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Northern District of Alabama U.S. Attorney’s Office is teaming up with the ATF and Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama to end glock switch ownership. Specifically, authorities hope to crack down on the prevalence of illegal machine gun conversion devices in Birmingham and Jefferson County. The U.S. Attorney’s Office says it’s taking […]
Vote for the AL.com Boys Athlete of the Year from these 7 standouts
The Baseball Hall of Fame includes 12 players who were born in the state of Alabama. There are 10 Pro Football Hall of Fame inductees from the state (not including those born elsewhere who played college ball here). Four players born here are in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, although Harpersville native George McGinnis grew up in Indianapolis.
Oh My! Four Convicted As 2 Men Remain At Large After Allegedly Stealing $760K From Over 600 Churches Nationwide
Three Florida men and one woman have been convicted after allegedly stealing over $760,000 from over 600 churches nationwide. Two additional male suspects in the alleged scheme reportedly remain at large. RELATED: Florida Man Arrested After Allegedly Dangling & Dropping 4-Year-Old From Resort Balcony Who Are The Suspects Who Allegedly Stole From The Churches? According to [...] The post Oh My! Four Convicted As 2 Men Remain At Large After Allegedly Stealing $760K From Over 600 Churches Nationwide appeared first on The Shade Room.
‘It’s a very scary situation:’ Sewage leaks threaten coastal Alabama
Prichard resident Carletta Davis said she developed an E. Coli infection a couple of years ago from an unknown source. But she points out one possibility: Prichard residents often see raw sewage flowing in drainage ditches. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on...
The Wharf announces anchor tenant, additional new merchants at Portside on Main
ORANGE BEACH, Ala. (WPMI) — The Wharf, a popular shopping, dining, and entertainment venue on the Alabama Gulf Coast, announced Wednesday the anchor tenant and additional new merchants coming soon to Portside on Main. Portside on Main is currently under construction at The Wharf. Tee Off at The Wharf...
Escambia County crews cleaned up commissioner's private property. Who sent them to do it?
Last November, Escambia County District 3 Commissioner Lumon May said he hired people to trim trees and clear overgrowth on two vacant, family-owned lots on W. Yonge Street in Pensacola, something he does periodically when they become overgrown or overrun with trash and debris. He owns the lot at 1624 W. Yonge St. and his mother, Mary May, owns the one next door at 1628 W. Yonge St. Although the tree trimming and cleanup was routine,...
Coming around: $16.6 million expansion of baggage area at Destin-Ft. Walton Beach Airport
SHALIMAR — Much-needed changes are coming to Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport. On Tuesday, the Okaloosa County Commission approved a $16.6 million expansion to the baggage claim area. Here is what you need to know: ...
Orange Beach Opens Fall Youth Soccer Registration
Orange Beach Youth Soccer Registration Ends August 11. Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – Registration for the Fall 2024 Orange Beach youth soccer season is now open until August 11. The registration fee is $100. Children must be at least 4 years old by August 1, 2024, to participate.
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