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Alabama-born drummer rocks the RNC stage with band Sixwire
by Blair Moore, Tribune feature writer MILWAUKEE, WI. — If you watched the Republican National Convention this week, you probably heard the Nashville house band everyone is buzzing about: Sixwire. The group’s drummer, Chuck Tilley, has deep Alabama roots. Tilley grew up in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, where his musical journey began. He was banging on toy […]
Cheeseburger sliders franchise targeting 8 more Alabama locations
Atlanta-based Smalls Sliders is continuing to sign development deals geared toward covering Alabama. The chain earlier this year announced as many as five locations in and around Birmingham, Tuscaloosa and Auburn, and the cheeseburger franchise already has Auburn and Birmingham locations set to open over the next year. According to...
Alabama birthing units are closing to save money and get funding. Some say babies are at risk
GROVE HILL, Ala. (AP) — One of the last remaining birthing units in southern Alabama will close next month to qualify for federal funding that will save the hospital’s emergency services, but doctors warn the move may cost newborns and pregnant women essential access to obstetric care. Nestled...
A first: Some grandparents/relatives taking care of children to get financial help
For some grandparents and relatives across Alabama raising children who are impacted by the opioid epidemic, some much-needed financial assistance is coming their way for the first time in state history.
The UAW’s union dreams seemed unstoppable. Then came the realities of the South
The United Auto Workers was on a historic six-month run until it got a reminder that when it comes to unions, southern hospitality often gets replaced with hostility. It started last November when the UAW ended decades of concessions to carmakers by ratifying record contracts at Ford, GM and Stellantis. The success inspired southern auto plant workers to launch their own campaigns, starting at Volkswagen in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Cherokee County Arrest Files for Saturday, June 20th, 2024
RONALD HALL, age 64 of Piedmont, was arrested by the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office – on two counts – of the Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance and one count of Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia;. SHALON WEBB, age 46 of Cedar Bluff – was arrested by Cedar...
Fourteen dual enrollment students from NACC received both high school and college diplomas this spring
RAINSVILLE – An impressive fourteen dual enrollment students at Northeast Alabama Community College (NACC) earned both their high school and college diplomas this spring. These students represent several local schools throughout NACC’s serviced area. This year’s dual graduates are Karen Garcia Alvarez and Julie Hawkins from Sylvania School;...
Alabama shrimpers set to rally Saturday
DAUPHIN ISLAND, Ala. (WALA) - Kerry Mitchell and her husband know the challenges that come with shrimping for a living. Her husband Michael is out dragging his net off Dauphin Island. Have you listened to this article via the audio player?. If so, send us your feedback around what we...
SHANNON FAGAN: Blanchard made a positive impact in many people’s lives
Cancer has taken another life way too soon. Former Piedmont baseball head coach and football defensive coordinator James Blanchard passed away on Friday morning. He was 59. “We lost a great man today, but the impact and the influence he’s had on kids will be felt for a long time,” friend and former Piedmont/current Westbrook Christian head coach Steve Smith said. “I ask that we keep the Blanchard family in our prayers. It’s obviously a tough time.”
End of Watch Ride in Memory of Corporal Keith Morgan this Saturday
This Special Ride is being conducted to honor the memory of the late Corporal Keith Morgan, who passed away in 2022. Corporal Morgan, who had served with the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office for 12 years, died as a result of contracting COVID-19 in the line of duty. Phone (256)...
Guntersville city leaders spend millions to renovate local parks
GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - The city of Guntersville is spending millions of dollars to spruce up the city’s parks, and build new facilities. The city has nearly completed Phase 2 of the Guntersville Recreation Center which added a splash pad and two ballfields at the complex. Now, the focus is on revitalizing some areas along Lake Guntersville’s coastline.
Bar-Kays to headline W.C. Handy Music Festival in Florence
FLORENCE – The 42nd annual W.C. Handy Music Festival is underway in the Shoals, and this year’s headlining act is the Bar-Kays. The legendary group will perform July 27 at 7 p.m. at UNA’s Norton Audiotorium. Formed in Memphis in the mid-1960s, the Bar-Kays have faced tragic...
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