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Travelers trek to north Alabama for ‘World’s Longest Yard Sale’ this week
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Tourists will attempt to cross state lines for the “World’s Longest Yard Sale” from Thursday to Sunday, which features stops in Alabama. Also known as the 127-Yard Sale, vendors in Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, Kentucky, Ohio and Michigan will set up shops spanning 690 miles along rural Route 127. In Alabama, the yard […]
Check out these 4 new businesses here in the Huntsville area
This week, we welcome four new businesses to the Rocket City community, as these new members of the community have opened or plan to open soon in the Huntsville area. Red Panda will offer STEM programs and lessons on the games you buy while strengthening the gaming community here in Huntsville.
Alabama residents will soon get first shot at state park campsites
Starting Thursday, Alabama residents get an inside lane on booking advance reservations in state parks – provided they plan far enough ahead. Effective Aug. 1, a new feature will open at the online reservation system operated by the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. It’s called the “Alabama Residents Advanced Reservation Window.”
Major country musician and Rock the South headliner will appear in Alabama again
The famous Jelly Roll, who headlined the Rock the South festival this year, has exciting news for his Alabama fans! He will be returning to the state for a fall concert in Birmingham. On November 21st, the Legacy Arena at the BJCC will host a performance by the country star...
Annual Alabama Coastal Birdfest Nature Expo celebrates its 20th anniversary
SPANISH FORT, Ala. (WPMI) — The South Alabama Land Trust (SALT), a regional land conservation nonprofit, is hitting a major milestone in its 34-year history; this year’s annual Alabama Coastal BirdFest & Nature Expo in October will be the 20th consecutive year of this premier Gulf Coast event.
Athens charity giving away 800 backpacks for back to school
ATHENS, Ala. (WAFF) - Limestone County Schools are just days away from opening their doors again for the new school year. Limestone County Churches Involved in Athens is hosting a back-to-school backpack drive to make sure low-income families in the community can provide their children with a new backpack and school supplies.
Update: Delays in Florence from crash at Huntsville Road and Cox Creek Parkway
UPDATE: Roadway has been cleared. Florence Police Department says There is a vehicle crash at Huntsville Road and Cox Creek Parkway near Green Valley Nursery. Police are advising avoid the area if possible and expect delays if you have to travel that way.
Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin to host news conference
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin is hosting a two-part press conference at 11 a.m. on the second floor of City Hall Tuesday. During the first part, Woodfin will announce a special exhibit that will be featured in City Hall. In the second part, he will address recent issues affecting the city.
Huntsville Center project restores site at Fort Stewart
Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville is completing the demolition of the Southeast Region Britain School located on Fort Stewart, Georgia. “The demolition aims to pave the way for new infrastructure in the area, enhancing resources and services for Soldiers and their families,” Jake Gassaway, Facilities Reduction Program project manager, said.
Brayden Rivers chooses UNC-Asheville
Another week, another Huntsville High School basketball product is off the board. This time it’s 2025 wing Brayden Rivers, who made his pledge to UNC-Asheville following the July evaluation periods. UNC-Asheville head coach Mike Morrell targeted Rivers after seeing him in the June scholastic evaluation period. Following that, the...
Showers Center Set for Major Upgrades
Huntsville’s Dr. Richard Showers, Sr. Recreation Center will Undergo a Comprehensive Assessment and Renovation Planning. Community Input is Sought for Future Enhancements. The Dr. Richard Showers, Sr. Recreation Center in north Huntsville, is set for a comprehensive assessment to determine necessary upgrades. The City has contracted Nola Van Peursem Architects for $35,000 to conduct a 270-day review of the 58,000-square-foot facility at 4600 Blue Spring Road and 10,000-square-foot ancillary buildings on the campus.
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