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UAB unveils new logos for university, medicine and athletics
On Monday, July 29, the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) unveiled a new brand identity designed to reflect the university’s growth and increase brand recognition. For the first time in UAB’s history, the university, medicine and athletics departments will share the same primary logo. About UAB’s 2024...
Mary-Coker Green, Madelyn Rasco crowned Miss Shelby County winners
Hundreds gathered at the Black Box Theatre at the Shelby County Arts Council on Saturday, July 27 for the 37th Annual Miss Shelby County/Miss Shelby County’s Teen Pageant. The post Mary-Coker Green, Madelyn Rasco crowned Miss Shelby County winners appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Alabama Football Special Teams will be the SEC's best
The 2024 Alabama football schedule has plenty of challenge. A successful season will likely come down to winning a few close contests. Close contests often come down to which team wins the kicking game. In that game component, the Crimson Tide has an advantage over the rest of the SEC.
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.
Gadsden police launch new initiative to stop illegal gambling
GADSDEN, Ala. (WBRC) - The Gadsden Police Department is working on what it calls Operation Jackpot. Gadsden PD has raided several gambling establishments in an effort to stop illegal gambling. Gadsden police launched the operation after receiving multiple complaints from residents, forming a taskforce to investigate illegal gambling activity around...
Meet “The Fruit Carver,” featured this weekend during the big Clay County Yellow-Meated Watermelon Festival
ASHLAND, Ala. – It’s time for a road trip to Clay County for a really big festival this weekend – the Yellow-Meated Watermelon Festival!. That’s where you’ll find live music, lots of delicious food, acres and acres of vendors, a cornhole tournament, kids’ splash zone, and more, including the sweetest yellow-meated watermelon you will ever taste.
Alabama vs Georgia in Bryant-Denny is ESPN’s Game of the Year
ESPN’s Bill Connelly released his top five SEC games of the regular season over the weekend, and it’s no surprise that Alabama was prevalent throughout his list. This top five was largely generated by each team's SP+ ranking, meaning the games weren't necessarily handpicked by Connelly. The presumably...
Family atmosphere stands out to in-state WR during Champions Cook-Out visit
Elite in-state wideout in the 2026 class breaks down his return visit to Alabama, time around the coaches and players, and more. The post Family atmosphere stands out to in-state WR during Champions Cook-Out visit appeared first on On3.
Younger Coleman forging own path
AUBURN | When Bobby Coleman used to come to Auburn on recruiting visits, he was often overshadowed by his older brother, Cam Coleman. Now that Cam is a freshman receiver for the Tigers, it’s Bobby’s turn to be the focus of AU’s recruiting efforts. “It’s a totally different feel,” said the younger Coleman of attending Saturday’s Big Cat. “I’ve always come being the sidekick with Cam. Now, I’m the main guy. It feels good.” It’s not surprising that Coleman, a top quarterback in the 2027 class, already hold Auburn in high esteem considering his family connection and being from just...
'A place of hope': Library honors legacy of Tuscaloosa's first Black surgeon, educator
The Weaver-Bolden branch of the Tuscaloosa Public Library on Friday celebrated the arrival of two relatives with special ties to Tuscaloosa. The library held a ceremony to welcome George Haywood and John Wilfred Haywood lll to Tuscaloosa. The city holds great significance for the Haywoods, who are the grandsons of George A. Weaver, one of the library's namesakes. ...
Meal Barrel Finds a Base
TUSCUMBIA — The Colbert County Board of Education offered a new home to the Meal Barrel Project ahead of the center’s August eviction. August 7 will be the last donation day at the current location in the old National Guard Armory building in Sheffield. On August 14, donations...
Mental health evaluation update of accused murderer Jennifer Long; lawyer weighs in
A Morgan County mother accused of killing her own child may not stand trial for the brutal stabbing. This comes after Judge Jennifer Howell ordered Jennifer Long to undergo another mental evaluation on Monday, June 29th. This time, at the Alabama Department of Mental Health clinic in Tuscaloosa. Judge Howell...
Southside football star Derick Smith switches commitment from UA to Auburn
Southside High football star Derick Smith has switched his commitment from playing at the University of Alabama to Auburn University. Smith of Selma announced his pick for Alabama in March. However, Bama 24/7 Sports reports four-star recruit Smith of Selma made the decision on Saturday night shortly after a "Big Cat Weekend" visit to Auburn.
Heat advisory issued for Northeast Alabama for Wednesday and Thursday
On Tuesday at 1:23 p.m. a heat advisory was issued by the National Weather Service valid from Wednesday noon until Thursday 7 p.m. for Marshall, Jackson and DeKalb counties. The weather service states to expect, "Heat index values up to 109 degrees expected." "Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause...
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 […]