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‘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 .
Why this communications pro + soccer mom loves working at United Way
Birmingham-born Candace O’Neil loves painting and has worked in communications roles in several different sectors, but the mission focus of nonprofits holds a special place in her heart. She currently serves as the Vice President of Community Engagement at United Way of Central Alabama (UWCA). We sat down with...
Alabama A&M looking to play ‘exciting brand of football’ this fall
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WAFF) - The Southwestern Athletic Conference kicked off Media Days on Tuesday in Birmingham. Alabama A&M’s head coach Connell Maynor and a pair of standout players for the Bulldogs spoke on what could be expected for the upcoming season. The SWAC dropped the preseason rankings the same...
UAB Football will participate in Habitat for Humanity in Birmingham this weekend
BIRMINGHAM, AL (WBMA) — The University of Alabama Football team will participate in this year's Habitat for Humanity Event in Birmingham. They have been active participants in the initiative since 2017. Habitat for Humanity is an organization that helps people build affordable homes through community volunteering efforts. This year,...
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. ...
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.
‘A monster’: SEC quarterbacks on Alabama’s Jalen Milroe
There’s no talk of baking of a cake this year at SEC Media Days. Unlike last year, when former Alabama football coach Nick Saban compared the quarterback competition to his grandmother Anna Saban’s baking process. He brought up the analogy to explain that the Crimson Tide needed to let the quarterback competition process play out and patience was necessary.
WATCH: New look at Bryant-Denny Stadium’s atmosphere in College Football 25
For video game lovers, the wait is finally over. College Football 25 officially released on all platforms this week so Alabama fans will finally be able to take full control of the Crimson Tide. The developers of the game have championed the accuracy of capturing the atmosphere of each stadium...
Huntsville Police searching for pair of shoplifters
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Huntsville Police Department investigators needs the publics help in tracking down a pair of shoplifters. Officials say two women stole several Nike items from the Academy Sports store at the corner of Drake Ave. and Memorial Pkwy. nearly two weeks ago. Surveillance footage caught the two...
Pell City set for Bulls on the Lake Rodeo weekend
PELL CITY, Ala.–People from all over the state are shaking the dust off their boots ahead of two days of rodeo action at the 10th Annual Bulls on the Lake Rodeo at the Pell City Sports Complex this weekend. Hosted by the Pell City FFA Alumni and Triple H...
Jax State rebrands football field as AmFirst Stadium following naming rights agreement
Jacksonville State’s football stadium will now be known as AmFirst Stadium following a naming rights agreement with the Birmingham-based credit union. The “multi-year” agreement was approved Tuesday by the Jax State Board of Trustees. The naming rights agreement is a first for Jax State’s football facility, known as Burgess-Snow Stadium since 2009.
Changes to this year’s Peach Festival welcomed tens of thousands throughout June
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The 77th annual Chilton County Peach Festival this year came with a completely revamped schedule that aimed to make things more comfortable for visitors, and extend the spotlight shined on the county’s peach industry and its farmers. These changes led to huge positives, and a June to remember for […] The post Changes to this year’s Peach Festival welcomed tens of thousands throughout June appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Slide into summer fun! Drive-In Ministries to host Summer Fun Fest this Saturday
Sunshine, water slides and endless summer adventures to come this Saturday at the Drive-In Park with their annual Summer Fun Fest. The Fun fest is hosted by Drive-In Ministries, and it is free to the public. The event will take place on Saturday July 20th from 10 a.m. to noon, with activities geared towards kids around the ages of 3-12 at the Drive-In Park, at 1349 Old Ridge Rd. in Prattville.
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