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Miles College Launches Center to Boost HBCU Innovation
Miles College President Bobbie Knight has announced establishment of the 2150 Center for Innovation, Commercialization & Growth to build a world-class space for researchers and founders, thought leaders and practitioners, businesses, and academia within Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) and Historically Black Community College’s (HBCC). “We are at...
Bank branch closing, new branch opening nearby
Regions Bank’s Redstone branch, established as a licensed branch on June 15, 1960, will close on July 19 at 2 p.m., and a new Town Madison branch near Gate 7 is scheduled to open this month, according to a bank spokesperson. “As a normal course of business, we constantly...
No. 1 Tight End In California Announces Commitment To SEC Powerhouse
Four-star tight end recruit Kaleb Edwards announced his commitment to Alabama on Tuesday. The 6-foot-6, 245-pound tight end committed to the Crimson Tide over Oregon, Texas, and Auburn. Edwards, a native of El Dorado Hills, California, finished his junior year at Oak Ridge High School with 828 ...
Food giveaway at Grace Klein Community in Bessemer
BESSEMER, Ala. (WBRC) - A huge free food giveaway at the Grace Klein Community in the Bessemer area Wednesday, July 3. The Grace Klein Community works with area organizations to collect and rescue unused food to give to families and individuals for free. A grocery store reached out to Grace...
EPA Announces Proposed Cleanup Plan for Anniston PCB Site
Anniston, Alabama – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has unveiled a proposed plan to clean up the contaminated soil, sediment, surface water, and biota at Operable Unit 4 (OU4) of the Anniston PCB Site. OU4, known as Choccolocco Creek, is located in Anniston, Alabama, and the comprehensive plan aims to address the contamination in […] The post EPA Announces Proposed Cleanup Plan for Anniston PCB Site appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Rain on our parade: Soggy Peach Parade does not dampen peach spirit in Clanton
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor While the skies were unkind to the Peach Parade in Clanton on June 29, that did not dampen the crowd’s spirit to celebrate the county’s peach industry. Hundreds of people lined the streets of downtown Clanton to see the sights and sounds of the 2024 parade. The procession featured […] The post Rain on our parade: Soggy Peach Parade does not dampen peach spirit in Clanton appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
New Prattville Kindergarten School to move in this fall amid vandalism issue
The Prattville Kindergarten School, or PKS, is standing tall and sturdy as the new school is set to open its doors this coming fall. . With 32 classrooms in total, 28 for kindergarten and four for preschool, the school will be able to accommodate over 600 kids. Construction crews are working diligently to meet the fast-approaching deadline for the new state-of-the-art kindergarten school in Prattville.
Celebrate Let’s B Sweet 3-Year Anniversary at Elwell Park in Weaver
Weaver, AL – On Sunday, July 14th, from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm, Elwell Park in Weaver will be buzzing with excitement as Let’s B Sweet LLC celebrates its 3-year anniversary. This family-friendly event promises a day filled with fun, food, and festivities for all ages. Join the celebration hosted by Let’s B Sweet LLC, […] The post Celebrate Let’s B Sweet 3-Year Anniversary at Elwell Park in Weaver appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
UAB merger with St. Vincent’s ‘a devastating loss for our Catholic community,’ bishop says
An Alabama bishop called the proposed merger of UAB Health and Ascension St. Vincent’s hospitals in Birmingham a “devastating loss” for Catholics in the region, and said the issue will need to be reviewed by the Vatican. Bishop Steven Raica said in a statement Tuesday that he...
Gadsden trying out new question-answer service for residents
The City of Gadsden has entered into a trial contract with a company to provide a new question-answer service for residents. Rep'd is a video messaging and engagement platform for local governments. The platform allows residents to submit questions to the city. The city will respond to the questions through videos.
Thunder on the Mountain: Birmingham to celebrate 4th of July with beloved firework show
Birmingham’s beloved and iconic fireworks show will once again be lighting up the sky around Vulcan for the Fourth of July in the Magic City. Thunder on the Mountain is one of Alabama’s largest Independence Day firework displays. It can be seen from downtown Birmingham and Homewood. It is organized every year by the Vulcan Park Foundation, which started putting on the show shortly after it was founded 25 years ago.
‘The community stepped in’: Police credit tips for quick arrest in homicide investigation
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Officer Truman Fitzgerald says that on the night of June 20, 41-year-old Demetrius Kidd and 26-year-old Nakita Walker, along with others, were hanging out and got into an argument. Kidd allegedly shot Walker outside a home in New Hill Court. When the police arrived just after...
Lake Nicol in Tuscaloosa County remains open with lower water levels
Water levels have been intentionally lowered at Lake Nicol for inspection and maintenance, but the lake remains open for recreation activities. That is good news for people seeking relief from the summer heat. Richard Rush, Tuscaloosa's executive director of strategic communications, said the work is part of routine maintenance on the lake and is being carried out by Schnabel Engineering. ...
Pleasant Grove (AL) Fire and Rescue Unveils New $750K Pumper
The Pleasant Grove Fire and Rescue Department unveiled its new Pierce pumper, the department said in a Facebook post recently. A fire official said the cost for the new engine is around $750,000 and brings the city’s number of trucks up to three, wbrc.com reported. It is tailor made for the community and is expected to be around for at least the next 20 years.
15 exciting Independence Day weekend events across Birmingham including fireworks—July 4-7
From fireworks shows to unique exhibits and live music, there’s lots to do this Fourth of July weekend across the Greater Birmingham Area. Read on for what’s happening, July 4-7. 1. You Built It exhibit @ McWane Science Center. What: Put your kiddo’s creativity (or your own) to...
Bryce Hospital Museum opens in Tuscaloosa
The Alabama Department of Mental Health recently celebrated the opening of the Bryce Hospital Museum in Tuscaloosa. Department and state leaders said the museum will serve as a reminder of Alabama’s legacy and role in America’s mental health landscape transformation. “We are proud to open the Bryce Hospital...
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