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Governor urges families to ‘stock up’ during tax holiday
By Staff Reports Governor Kay Ivey issued a statement Monday, encouraging Alabamians to begin preparing for the upcoming academic year by participating in Alabama’s annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, which began Friday, July 19 and lasts through Sunday, July 21. Crenshaw County and towns including Luverne, Magnolia Springs and Rutledge participate each year in the […] The post Governor urges families to ‘stock up’ during tax holiday appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Alabama virtual school graduate competing in Paris Olympics for Singapore
Two months ago, Levenia Sim was a virtual high school student. Now, she’s headed to compete for Singapore in the Summer Olympics in Paris. Baldwin County Virtual School this week shared Sim’s accomplishment on Facebook and noted she just graduated in May. “Congratulations and best wishes as you...
Rainbow City police arrest two in Etowah County counterfeiting case
Two people were arrested after a report of counterfeit money being passed in Rainbow City led authorities across Etowah County to find a cache of counterfeit cash and materials used in making it. According to a Facebook post by the Rainbow City Police Department, officers were called to Martin's Family Clothing on Rainbow Drive on July 16 for someone allegedly trying to pass counterfeit $100 bills. Six days earlier, someone allegedly passed two fake $100 bills at...
Calhoun County Community Art Show Now Open
Jacksonville, AL – The Calhoun County Community Art Show is currently open to the public at the Manners Gallery in Hammond Hall. This annual event, now in its third year, is hosted by the Jacksonville Arts Council in collaboration with the Jacksonville State University (JSU) Department of Art and Design. The show aims to bridge […] The post Calhoun County Community Art Show Now Open appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Warren’s Graziano Competes at 2024 Transplant Games, Brings Home a Silver
WARREN, Pa. – Less than a decade ago, Barb Graziano had a dual corneal transplant. Earlier this month, she brought home a silver medal from the 2024 Transplant Games in Birmingham, Alabama. The Transplant Games of America is an annual event for transplant recipients and donor families to come...
Bham has one of the top United Way training programs in the US—how to apply by Aug. 2
Are you interested in growing your leadership skills, expanding your local network and giving back to important nonprofits? You need to know about United Way of Central Alabama (UWCA)’s Loaned Executive Program. Every year, 30 or so people (called “Loaned Executives,” but don’t let the name intimidate you) from...
See the magic of United Ability + hear a local family’s story on August 17
Five-year-old Jamey Fleury was born with Down syndrome and thanks to United Ability, he’s thriving. On Saturday, August 17, his family will be honored at the annual Journey of Hope. You’re invited to celebrate United Ability’s programs, participants and supporters. Check out this local family’s story and why you...
Man fatally shot at Birmingham gas station identified, suspect arrested
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A man who was fatally shot inside a Birmingham gas station was identified Monday morning, and a suspect is under arrest in the shooting. According to Birmingham Police Department Sgt. LaQuitta Wade, a person spoke to a sergeant at the BPD East Precinct building around 4:45 p.m. and said they shot […]
UAB’s student-led PRCA/PRSSA chapter awarded STAR Chapter
The Public Relations Society of America has awarded STAR Chapter status to the University of Alabama at Birmingham chapter of the Public Relations Council of Alabama/Public Relations Student Society of America. This marks the fifth year in a row that the UAB chapter has been accorded this honor. The PRCA/PRSSA...
Luxury sportswear store opens at Summit
Luxury sportswear and lifestyle brand Peter Millar opened its first Alabama location at the Summit this past Wednesday. Based in Raleigh, N.C., Peter Millar has developed a solid reputation in Birmingham with items for sale in other local stores and golf course pro shops. However, the new store promises to bring the whole Peter Millar experience to shoppers while deepening the company’s ties to the metro area.
Could state-appointed police chief be answer to police problems in Birmingham?
Two Republican lawmakers from Montgomery who are sponsoring a bill that would allow the governor or attorney general to appoint interim police chiefs for cities say the goal is to put inspirational leaders in place to help hire and keep more cops on the job. Rep. Reed Ingram said he...
Freshwater Land Trust announces new acquisition for habitat restoration in Alabama
Freshwater Land Trust (FLT), a nonprofit bases in Birmingham, is announcing the acquisition of 366 acres on a peninsula situated at the confluence of the Mulberry Fork, Locust Fork and Black Warrior River. The land, located in west Jefferson County, is covered in a forest of pines, sweetgum and white...
Space One Eleven Summer Art Camps
Space One Eleven’s summer art camps are a perfect way for young artists to learn a new art form or improve upon their art skills! These camps give young artists ample time to dive into their projects, make friends, and create finished pieces of work for the end-of-summer student and teaching artist exhibition. All camps are taught by practicing artists in Space One Eleven’s professional art studios.
When Real-World Education Holds Life-Saving Application
When Samford University’s School of Health Professions students say they apply what they learn in their program, they have the receipts to back it up. Recently, third-year students in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program were hosting a balance and falls screening clinic at a local senior independent-living apartment complex. That’s when the unexpected happened—an elderly man dropped to the floor.
Sam’s Club and Costco members unhappy with changes
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Shoppers love Sam’s Club and Costco for their wide variety of items, low prices, and deep discounts if you buy in bulk. But both chains have just announced big changes that are making some longtime customers very unhappy. Sam’s Club has quietly made changes to...
Book talk on Southern rivers coming to Vestavia Hills Library in the Forest
The greater Birmingham chapter of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Alabama will hear from an author about rivers in the South next month in Vestavia Hills. Author R. Scot Duncan plans to talk about his book “Southern Rivers: Restoring America’s Freshwater Biodiversity.”. His talk...
Local golf professional wins gold at ‘2024 Transplant Games’
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WMBB) — Legacy Golf LPGA Head Golf Professional, Liz Kasey won gold at the ‘2024 Transplant Games of America’ in Birmingham, Alabama. Kasey also works at Gulf Coast State College as the web manager and photographer for the athletic department. Kasey represented team Florida in the games. This was her first in-person appearance […]
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