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Bessemer BOE votes to not move forward with HVAC, roof repairs
Bessemer City Board of Education held a regular board meeting Tuesday night. The board has less than 10 days to submit their response to Dr. Eric Mackey's letter. In his letter, Mackey outlines five major concerns including, finances, student learning, facilities, personnel, and board governance. If the Bessemer Board of Education's response is deemed inadequate the state could intervene.
Popular Grocery Chain Closing Over 30 Locations
Ever since the pandemic hit, and still to this day, businesses have been struggling to stay afloat. Closing down stores that are underperforming, and having to file for bankruptcy seem to be the norm of today's day and age. Popular grocery chain closing over 2 dozen locations. Stop & Shop,...
Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin calls for federal ban on assault weapons
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin is advocating for common-sense gun laws in the aftermath of a violent weekend in the city. Mayor Woodfin made a visual statement before Birmingham City Council Tuesday morning. “If you want to defend your home, I’m cool with that, but tell me should people be driving around with […]
Free Day at Calhoun County Landfill
Anniston, AL – The Calhoun County Landfill will host its next Free Disposal Day this Saturday, July 20th, from 7:00 AM until 12:00 PM. This community event, sponsored by the Calhoun County Commissioners, provides residents with an opportunity to dispose of various items at no cost. Located at 3625 Morrisville Road, the landfill will accept […] The post Free Day at Calhoun County Landfill appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
‘Put the guns down’: Sister grieves brother killed in Birmingham mass shooting
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — When asked to describe Stevie McGhee, his sister Stenisha remembers him as a loving and compassionate man. “He was always making people laugh,” Stenisha said. “He was the life of the party.” The memories of time spent with her big brother are now bittersweet, as the 39-year-old was among the four victims […]
Gadsden City Elite 4-Star DB attracting attention far and wide
Zyan Gibson is on pace to be one of the nation’s top cornerback prospects and one of the faces of the state of Alabama’s 2026 recruiting class. Gibson is a product of Gadsden City High School in Gadsden, Alabama. His recruitment is constantly growing with recent offers from Florida and Oregon to go along with previous offers from Alabama, Georgia, Michigan and others .
Thompson star D’Marion Terrell selected by Blue Jays in 2024 MLB Draft
After another successful season for the Thompson High School baseball program, the Warriors are adding another accolade to the school’s rich athletic resume. The post Thompson star D’Marion Terrell selected by Blue Jays in 2024 MLB Draft appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Post 555 honors first responders at awards dinner
The American Legion Matthew Blount Post 555 in Pelham celebrated valor and recognized the service of local first responders during a ceremony held at the Pelham Senior Center on Thursday, July 11. The post Post 555 honors first responders at awards dinner appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Remembering Conner Owen, Ashville football player who always had a smile on his face
Ashville High School's Conner Owen has been remembered as a kid who always had a smile on his face since his tragic death last month. Owen died after hitting his head while swimming at a friend's house in Ashville on June 20. He was 17 and was getting ready to go into his junior year at the high school. Owen played football, baseball and wrestled for the Bulldogs. ...
Mark Chesnutt Sets Return To Stage A Month After Emergency Heart Surgery
Mark Chesnutt is ready to take back the stage and has set his return following an emergency quadruple bypass surgery.Country Star Mark Chesnutt Cancels Shows Following Emergency Quadruple Bypass Surgery The country star confirmed on social media that he plans to perform at the Songs and Stories of Dean Dillon event set for October 9 in Huntsville, Alabama. Chesnutt shared on Instagram a link for his fans to buy tickets for the event honoring the Country Music Hall of Fame and Nashville Songwriter Hall of Fame member. It was on June 16 when the “Too Cold at Home” singer had been hospitalized ahead...
True Treasure Hunt: World’s Longest Yard Sale begins in August in Gadsden
GADSDEN, Ala. (WBRC) - You could wake up early every Saturday morning for a month and still not see it all! The World’s Longest Yard Sale is happening Aug. 1-4 and as they say, “One man’s junk is another man’s treasure.”. The boulevard of bargains stretches...
Four-Star EDGE Keenan Britt Drops His Top 5 and Sets a Commitment Date
2026 EDGE prospect Keenan Britt from Oxford, AL, has listed his top 5 schools and set his commitment date for July 29th. The Gamecocks, alongside Oregon, Arkansas, Ole Miss, and Auburn, are vying for his commitment.
Parent Perspective: Inside Justin Hill’s commitment to Alabama
Emily Herzog, mother of Alabama commit Justin Hill, reflects on her son's commitment to the Tide, what led to Bama coming out on top, future plans for his recruitment, and more. The post Parent Perspective: Inside Justin Hill’s commitment to Alabama appeared first on On3.
Blocking activin A protein prevents dyskinesia tied to levodopa in mice
Blocking the activity of a protein called activin A was shown to prevent the development of levodopa-induced dyskinesia in a mouse model of Parkinson’s disease in a recent study. “By prohibiting the protein from functioning, we were able to halt the development of dyskinesia symptoms in the mouse models,”...
Prattville moves to condemn church-owned property for road improvements
PRATTVILLE − The City of Prattville has started condemnation proceedings on three parcels of land to make way for improvements of one of the city’s busiest thoroughfares. The City Council approved the moves during Tuesday night’s meeting. The matter will now go to the Autauga County Probate Court, where a fair market value of the parcels will be decided and the city will pay those prices for the land.
Texas Roadhouse now hiring ahead of Prattville opening
PRATTVILLE, Ala. (WSFA) - The long-anticipated Texas Roadhouse in Prattville is now hiring. The new eatery’s grand opening is just around the corner. The long anticipated opening of Texas Roadhouse in Prattville is just around the corner, but first they need employees to get the place going. The restaurant...
Da Grub Spot opens a new location in Lanett
After four years, Da Grub Spot is having a homecoming to Lanett. The local family-owned business has opened a second location in the Shawmut community replacing Newt’s Fried Chicken. The current location of the restaurant in LaFayette has been open since 2020. Before that, Da Grub Spot was a food truck based in Lanett. The […] The post Da Grub Spot opens a new location in Lanett appeared first on Valley Times-News.
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