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‘Birmingham is a doomed city’: James Baldwin and his complicated relationship with Alabama
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — “Having reactions symptomatic of hysteria barely controlled; always on the edge of tears; can’t sleep; headaches–have a touch of the flu or something.” Writing from his room at the A.G. Gaston Motel in Birmingham on October 18, 1957, James Baldwin described how his trip through the South had been going the […]
Alabama football now charging for preseason autographs
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WTVY) - Changes have been made to preseason operations at three universities, including Alabama’s Fan Day, ESPN reported Friday. Fans will be able to watch the football team practice for free during Alabama’s Fan Day on August 11, but those wanting players’ autographs will have to open their wallets.
DEI Offices Close At Auburn University, Mizzou, Iowa State And The University Of Alabama
These closures are occurring amidst a nationwide backlash to diversity, equity and inclusion efforts and in accordance with new state laws. On Monday, Auburn University issued a statement that the school would be dissolving its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) office in order to remain in compliance with the new state law. The following day, the University of Missouri at Columbia (Mizzou) dissolved its DEI Division. The week before, three campuses in the University of Alabama (UA) System, The University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and the University of Alabama in Huntsville, announced the closure of their DEI offices. Similarly, Iowa State University (ISU) officially shuttered its DEI office on July 22.
JT Thor scores 7 points in loss to Team USA
After nearly upsetting the Stars & Stripes in an exhibition game a few weeks ago, the South Sudan Bright Stars had another chance to make history on Wednesday in the Olympic rematch. Unfortunately for former Auburn Tiger JT Thor and his teammates Wednesday’s 103-86 loss was never very close. Despite receiving the fourth most minutes out of all South Sudan players in the exhibition, Thor played just 15 minutes on Wednesday. He was able to put up some solid statistics in those limited minutes however. The 6-foot-9 forward hammered down 7 points while also providing the lightning on the defensive side...
First-Ever Restaurant on Lake Tuscaloosa Aims to Open in August
An already successful local business owner is weeks away from opening the first-ever full-service restaurant on the banks of Lake Tuscaloosa. Justin Holt owns Southern Ale House in north Tuscaloosa, which celebrated 10 years of service earlier this year, and also recently opened the Deli Press, a newspaper-themed sandwich shop across McFarland Boulevard from his first restaurant.
Birmingham Business Hall of Fame inducts 2 Mountain Brook residents
Jim Dixon said when he thinks of his father-in-law, William “Billy” Hulsey, the first thing that comes to mind is his integrity and commitment to fairness. “That’s the motto of our company — integrity, not compromise — and that describes Billy to a T,” said Dixon, who serves as president and CEO of Arlington Properties, a role formerly held by Hulsey for decades.
Alabama, Auburn basketball among finalists for nation’s No. 1 2025 prospect AJ Dybantsa
Nate Oats’ Alabama Crimson Tide and Bruce Pearl’s Auburn Tigers were both named as finalists in AJ Dybantsa’s recruitment, Dybantsa told ESPN on Friday morning. Dybantsa, who ranks as the nation’s No. 1 recruit in the 2025 class, told ESPN’s Paul Biancardi that he had narrowed his list down to Alabama, Auburn, Baylor, BYU, Kansas, Kansas State and North Carolina.
Kalen DeBoer, Alabama Crimson Tide fall behind SEC foe in race for elite 5-star QB recruit
The Alabama Crimson Tide continues to be on the hunt for its quarterback of the future. Head coach Kalen DeBoer hoped it would be 2026 5-star QB Faizon Brandon out of Greensboro, North Carolina. However, with Brandon's decision coming this weekend, Alabama does not appear to be in the lead. ...
Meat in garbage bags, mold, flies: Jefferson County’s worst restaurant scores for July 2024
Some Jefferson County restaurants used unique methods to store meat and poultry last month. One establishment used a trash bag. Another used a grocery bag. And a third -- which scored the lowest of any Jefferson County restaurant inspected in July -- kept raw chicken directly on top of hamburger patties.
Feral cat keepers angered by animal control captures
A group that takes care of feral cats, feeding them and having them sterilized, says that Birmingham Animal Control has been capturing the cats and taking them off the streets, which they say is a bad idea. As part of its recent Safe Streets Initiative, Birmingham has been clamping down...
Veteran Gadsden City coach moves to Sardis
Photo: Scott Brackett and wife Katie pose for a photo after he was hired as head baseball coach and career prep teacher at Sardis High School during a recent meeting of the Etowah County Schools Board of Education.(Submitted photo) After 16 years as an assistant and head baseball coach at...
New Alabama restaurant celebrates ‘Birmingham’s Batman’
For those who haven’t eaten at Magnolia Point, the new restaurant in a 90-year-old building on Birmingham’s Southside, Saturday may be your day to check it out. That’s when the restaurant -- which boasts a billboard-sized mural of the late Willie J. Perry, the everyday hero known as “Birmingham’s Batman” -- will celebrate Willie Perry Day with a special menu and cocktail in his honor.
Birmingham closes Don Hawkins Recreational Center until further notice
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The Birmingham Park and Recreation Board has announced that the Don Hawkins Recreational Center will be closed until further notice. Officials with the city of Birmingham say the facility is closing temporarily because the roof is old and needs repairing and/or replacing. The city plans to...
Alabama’s First Cookie Plug to Host Grand Opening Saturday, First 50 to Score Freebies
A few dozen early birds can get some pretty sweet worms this weekend as the new-to-market Cookie Plug bakery opens on McFarland Boulevard in Northport. Launched in California a few years ago, the fast-growing brand marries hip-hop culture, street-art aesthetics and decadent treats that are "part cookie, part cake, part brownie."
Thompson’s opener against Grayson to air on ESPN2
It’s another year and another opportunity for the Thompson Warriors to showcase Alabaster on the national stage after ESPN chose to air the reigning Class 7A runners-up on national television. The post Thompson’s opener against Grayson to air on ESPN2 appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
OHS student trained for a future in economic and community development
OPELIKA — Hayley Ponds, a rising senior at Opelika High School, was one of 25 high school seniors to attend the fifth Huntingdon College Economic and Community Development Scholars Program. The two-day, one-night immersive experience took place on the historic Huntingdon College campus in Montgomery. The program, sponsored by the Huntingdon College Presidential Scholars Program and the Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama, was designed to introduce young Alabama citizens to the importance of economic and community development in cities and the state.
Stop by these amazing Huntsville-area yard sales this month
Over the next few weeks, North Alabama residents have several opportunities to grab some cool stuff at one of the many local yard sales here in the Huntsville area. Check out these yard sales and estate sales happening around town in August:. Yard sales happening in August. Here are some...
Birmingham’s ‘FunnyMaine’ Johnson Headed to Memphis for Job in Education
Jermaine “FunnyMaine” Johnson will soon step into education as the newest Strategic Communications Officer for Memphis-Shelby County Schools in Memphis, Tennessee, and has decided to step down from his role on the Birmingham Library Board, but he isn’t stepping down from the comedy stage. The school system...
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