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Few in Birmingham May Be Busier than Alessandra Kennedy
Alessandra Kennedy might be the busiest woman in Birmingham. She is a food truck owner, a tech company founder and program director at Birmingham Bound. In this role, Kennedy orchestrates a comprehensive program aiding startups in Birmingham, offering support in media, PR, local connections, pitch deck development and access to an investor network. She is passionate about recruiting companies to the Magic City and helping them succeed.
It’s Never Too Late: Samford Online offers degree programs for students in all seasons of life
Michelle Little ’23 started growing her family at an early age, and like many young mothers, decided to put higher education on hold to focus on the joys of parenthood. However, when her supervisors and colleagues began encouraging her to continue her education, Little decided it was time to return to the classroom, the virtual classroom, that is. In December 2023 she completed her Bachelor of Arts in organizational leadership through Samford Online.
Security guard has different take on Nick Saban's SEC Media Days credential story
The spotlight has been on Nick Saban in the first few hours of SEC Media Days because of a gaff involving his media credentials. However, it sounds like the security guard at the heart of this viral moment has a different take on the story.Saban got plenty of attention on ESPN on Monday morning when he relayed that his first SEC Media Days as a TV personality hit a snag when he got to the security checkpoint and didn't have his credentials. The former Alabama football head coach's story paints a picture of a security guard not recognizing Saban enough...
Nursing Alumna Takes Flight in Alaska’s Wilderness
Becky Caron ’05 has charted an exceptional career path as a flight nurse and base chief for LifeMed Alaska at Dutch Harbor on Amaknak Island in Alaska. With nearly 14 years of experience in emergency nursing, Caron's commitment to live and work in remote Alaska illustrates the profound impact of her education.
Benton man killed in Marshall Co. collision
A Benton man was killed in a head-on collision on U.S. 68 West in Marshall County Friday. According to the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department, it happened near Darnall Road when a vehicle operated by 50-year-old Gedget Quigley of Paducah drifted into the westbound lane while traveling eastbound on U.S. 68.
After prison, Alabama activist has a new name and outlook on voting rights for felons
Alabama activist Kenneth Sharpton-Glasgow spent 30 years fighting for the voting rights of people with felony records. But that was before he spent 11 months in federal prison on charges of tax evasion and drug distribution, locked up alongside men who rioted at the U.S. Capital on Jan. 6, 2021.
Watch a wedding proposal under Birmingham’s Vulcan statue
Charlie King and his longtime girlfriend, Shondra Parker, have been together for seven years and have two daughters. On Saturday, King decided it was time to propose. He wanted to do it in dramatic fashion, with a nice view of Birmingham. “I wanted to overlook the city,” King said. “That was the main thing.”
Cullman Regional Hospice MEGA CASH Draw Down Set for July 25
CULLMAN, Ala. – Hospice of Cullman County, Inc. of Cullman Regional Hospice recently announced the MEGA CASH Draw Down, its largest annual fundraiser benefiting indigent patients, will be held on Thursday, July 25, at 6 p.m. at Stone Bridge Farms. This year’s event features a chance to win $10,000 while also enjoying dinner, door prizes and more.
Miami Marlins select Alabama 3B Gage Miller with No. 92 overall pick in 2024 MLB draft
On Day 2 of the 2024 MLB draft, the Miami Marlins selected Alabama Crimson Tide third baseman Gage Miller with the No. 92 overall pick. Miller spent one season in Tuscaloosa after transferring from Bishop State Community College in Mobile, Alabama. The Pennsylvania native had a strong junior campaign in Tuscaloosa. He amassed a .381 batting average to go along with a team-high 19 home runs and 58 runs batted in. In all likelihood, Miller will elect to turn pro and sign a contract with the Marlins organization. He has the option to return to college if he so chooses. However, it...
‘Twister’ truck turns heads in Hartselle: Local movie buff recreates iconic tornado-chasing vehicle
For fans of the 1996 blockbuster film “Twister,” the red Dodge Ram used throughout is one of the most iconic artifacts of cinematic lore. A striking replica of the truck, complete with Dorothy III in the bed, can often be spotted in downtown Hartselle and looks as though it drove straight off the movie set.
Students at Lee-Scott Academy petition to reverse ban on leggings
AUBURN, Ala. (WRBL) — According to information sent to WRBL over the weekend, several students of Lee-Scott Academy have launched a Change.org petition to address recent changes in the school’s dress code, which would ban leggings. The petition argues leggings have become an essential part of students’ daily attire due to their comfort and affordability. They […]
Miami Marlins take Oxford star infielder Carter Johnson in second round of MLB draft
Oxford High head coach Travis Janssen took his family to Fenway Park in Boston last week. Janssen watched the Red Sox take on the Oakland A’s with star Yellow Jacket infielder Carter Johnson’s possible future in mind. “I was watching Oakland and Boston through a lens of ‘What...
Report: Alabama Basketball Transfer Kris Parker Set to Visit OSU, OU
It could be a Bedlam battle to land a transfer basketball player from the Crimson Tide. Alabama transfer Kris Parker is set to visit Oklahoma State on July 24 and Oklahoma two days earlier on July 22, according to 24/7 High School Hoops. Listed as a 6-foot-9 guard, Parker redshirted in Tuscaloosa this past season.
17-year-old girl, 2 men shot inside vehicle in Center Point
CENTER POINT, Ala. (WBRC) - The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department is investigating after a 17-year-old girl and two men, both 24, were shot in a vehicle in Center Point. The shooting happened July 14 just after 7 p.m. in the 2400 block of 5th Street NW. Center Point Fire...
Alabama sales tax holiday beginning July 19
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Alabama’s back-to-school sales tax holiday will be from July 19-21 and will offer parents a way to save. From 12:01 a.m. Friday, July 19, until midnight, Sunday, July 21, the state will waive its 4% sales tax on school-related supplies and clothing. More than 300 cities and counties throughout Alabama will […]
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