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Commissary Kitchen Planned for Woodlawn to Boost New Food Businesses, Community
Eugene’s Hot Chicken owner Zebbie Carney said his plan to open a commissary kitchen in Woodlawn will fill a desperate need for the metro area’s growing number of food trucks and other culinary entrepreneurs. “All the business owners I talk to say we don’t have adequate commissary kitchen...
Low inventory, median home price increases + more new Birmingham real estate stats
The real estate market in the Birmingham metro remains relatively tough to navigate, with inventory still at historically low levels. In fact, in many Birmingham-area communities, homes are not staying on the market much longer than a month at a time. If you are looking to buy or sell a...
A Look at the 2024-25 Men’s Basketball Roster: Frontcourt Preview
BIRMINGHAM – Yaxel Lendeborg and Christian Coleman headline the Blazers' frontcourt entering the 2024-25 season. Will Shaver and Saint Louis transfer Bradley Ezewiro will also bring some size to the UAB lineup while freshman Makhi Myles adds some talent as a versatile wing or forward. The reigning AAC Defensive...
Mayor Woodfin Appoints Two New Members to the Birmingham Airport Authority
Mayor Randall L. Woodfin has announced the appointment of Valerie Collins Thomas and Del Davis to the board of directors for the Birmingham Airport Authority. They will both serve in their roles through July 29, 2030. “Valerie and Del are longtime servants of our community. Their impact spans both Birmingham...
Parker barrels over Ramsay 41-12 in season-opener at Legion Field
Parker quarterback Dylan Reese threw for a pair of touchdowns and ran for two more as the Class 6A second-ranked Thundering Herd cruised to a 41-12 victory over Class 5A top-ranked Ramsay in Thursday’s season-opener at Birmingham’s Legion Field. Parker exchanged three-and-outs with the Rams before taking its...
Asbury UMC Offers Support Groups for Grieving Spouses and Families Affected by Substance Abuse
Asbury United Methodist Church is offering two support groups designed to help those in need navigate through difficult times. Beginning in September, the church will host sessions focused on grief support for those who have lost a spouse, as well as a support group for families affected by substance abuse.
Bessemer man charged with attempted murder while out on bond for domestic violence charges
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - A Bessemer man was indicted by a grand jury on August 16 and is facing an attempted murder charge. Maurice Lavell White is facing that attempted murder charge and two other domestic violence charges. Court documents say White is accused of breaking into a woman’s...
House destroyed by early morning fire in Jefferson County
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Firefighters from Forestdale and Adamsville were on the scene early Friday morning, working to put out a fire at a home in Forestdale. A call came in at 3:45 a.m. about a fire at a house in the 2200 block of Pershing Road, according to the Forestdale Fire District.
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...
Alabama High School Football Scores: Ohatchee, New Hope break scoring record in 76-71 thriller
It didn’t take long for the 2024 Alabama high school football season to bring the drama. History was made on Friday night, as Ohatchee defeated New Hope, 76-71. The 147 total points marks the most points scored between two teams in a regulation game without going into overtime in Alabama High School Athletic Association history, […] The post Alabama High School Football Scores: Ohatchee, New Hope break scoring record in 76-71 thriller appeared first on On3.
Jim Beam column:Medical trailer will save lives
Some 4,600 residents in 10 counties and parishes in Alabama, Kentucky, Louisiana and Mississippi are going to be tested for heart disease — testing that will save many of their lives. I say that because similar testing I had in the 1990s has helped me reach age 90. It was my wife’s cardiologist’s suggestion that […]
'They're almost in tears sometimes': Fairfield store ends food desert, but faces challenges
FAIRFIELD, Ala. — Carver Jones Market opened three weeks ago in downtown Fairfield, filling a void left by Walmart’s closure years ago. “It’s the people saying, ‘We need a grocery store,’” said James Harris, the owner of Carver Jones Market. “We want a grocery store. Fairfield, let’s be honest. If it works here, works anywhere.”
Chris Stewart becomes new voice of Alabama football
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Chris Stewart, a seasoned broadcaster from Fairfield is the new voice of Alabama football, taking over a role steeped in tradition. "Five-year-old Chris Stewart's head explodes when I hear that," Stewart said. "To realize that I actually have that role, that responsibility, and that honor now is, it's very difficult not to smile when I think about it."
Spain Park races ahead to big opening win over Sparkman
The Spain Park Jaguars wasted little time living up to their preseason hype, making big plays on the offense and defense en route to a 38-7 win over the Sparkman Senators on Friday, Aug. 23 at Spain Park High School. The post Spain Park races ahead to big opening win over Sparkman appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
MJ Gideon shines in return from injury, leads James Clemens past Gardendale
MJ Gideon scored two touchdowns in his comeback from last year’s season-ending injury as James Clemens beat Gardendale 17-10 in tonight’s season opener at Madison City Schools Stadium. The sophomore running back scored from 1 yard and 61 yards as the host Jets led 14-10 at halftime. Anthony...
Now that both conventions are over, which presidential candidate has a stronger campaign?
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — Several democratic delegates are back in Alabama after spending this week in Chicago at the Democratic National Convention. With both conventions having passed, Republicans and Democrats say there are striking differences between party conventions. “I think one of the things that you did not see, if you contrast and compare the […]
T.R. Miller Becomes Alabama Winningest High School Football Program With Win Over Reeltown
MONTGOMERY, AL – T.R. Miller High School’s Myles Johnson returned from injury with a stellar performance, rushing for 110 yards on 15 carries and scoring twice in the Tigers’ 28-7 victory over Reeltown. This triumph in the 19th annual AHSAA Kickoff Classic at Cramton Bowl marked T.R. Miller’s 727th win, making them Alabama’s all-time winningest high school football team.
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