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Free program to help caregivers in Athens
Grandparents, aunts, uncles and siblings who serve as caregivers in North Alabama can get some help. A statewide program called Kids and Kin is offering training classes in Athens this fall. The classes include small groups, free toys, educational materials and children's books. All classes are held from 10:00 until...
Food Bank of North Alabama and grocery stores work to reduce food waste
When you walk the aisles of the grocery store, you may wonder, "What happens to the food that people don't buy before the 'sell-by' date?". The good news is that many grocery stores across North Alabama work to ensure the food isn't wasted.
19-year-old found dead in the road in Brighton identified
The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office is investigating a homicide in Brighton. On Saturday night around 11:30, deputies were called to Jaybird Drive and Edward Street out of request of Brighton Police. When they arrived, they found a 19-year-old lying in the road near a silver car suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He died at the scene and has been identified by the Jefferson County Coroner as Martez Reshard Paige, Jr.
North Central Alabama Girl Scouts open Dream Lab Center to help girls achieve their wildest dreams
VESTAVIA HILLS, Ala. — The North Central Alabama Girl Scouts opened a new facility in Vestavia Hills to help make dreams a reality. The new Dream Lab Center made history with its grand opening on Saturday as it’s the largest space of its kind in the country. “This...
Alabama’s Most Dangerous Campuses
How safe are college campuses in America? Well, more importantly, in our home state of Alabama? ROLL TIDE! Eh, sorry, our bias snuck in there for a second. We'll get to the Alabama campuses in a minute. First, let's take a glance at the whole country. This information should be...
Be ready for dense fog in Northeast Alabama until Sunday morning
The National Weather Service issued a weather alert at 4:28 a.m. on Sunday for dense fog until 8 a.m. for Marshall, Jackson and DeKalb counties. "Patchy Dense Fog has developed across portions of NE Alabama and in Franklin county, TN, with visibilities dropping to 1/4 mile or less in isolated areas. Motorists are urged to drive with extreme caution, as visibilities will vary significantly given the patchy nature of the fog. Use low beams, reduce driving speed, and allow for plenty of room between you and other cars. The fog should begin to burn off around 8 a.m. Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio, or a favorite local media outlet, for further statements or updates from the National Weather Service in Huntsville," according to the weather service.
Update: Southeast Alabama under a heat advisory until Sunday evening
An updated heat advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Sunday at 3:12 a.m. valid for Sunday between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. for Coffee, Dale, Henry, Geneva and Houston counties. The weather service describes, "Heat index values up to 112 degrees expected." "Hot temperatures and high humidity...
State-run psychiatric hospitals in Alabama show progress in staffing amid pay increases
The head of the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) said Friday that the department has made progress addressing staffing shortages at several state facilities. Commissioner Kimberly Boswell said at a Friday meeting of the board of trustees in Montgomery that staffing levels have improved. Across the three Tuscaloosa-based state-operated facilities — Bryce Hospital; Mary […]
Warrior PD searching for individual suspected of committing multiple crimes
WARRIOR, Ala. (WBRC) - Warrior Police are asking for your help in locating a suspect who is suspected of committing multiple crimes. Officials say the man in the photos below is wanted for crimes committed against businesses in the Warrior area. Authorities say any information can be sent through Messenger or by calling 205-647-0521. All information will be kept anonymous, according to Warrior PD.
Upgrades at Alabama sorority houses highlighted in Wall Street Journal
The University of Alabama’s investment to Greek life is well known, not just around the state but also nationwide. Sorority row seems to get bigger and bigger every year with improvements to the exterior of the buildings being noticeable to the public. But the renovations don’t end there, as the Wall Street Journal has pointed out in a recent profile of sorority houses across the country.
Online state surplus auction to be held Aug. 17-25
The Alabama State Surplus Property division of the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) will hold an online surplus auction from Aug. 17 to Aug. 25. The auction will feature used vehicles, computers, machinery, furniture and other items. It will be held through the online bidding site GovDeals.com from 7:30 a.m. on Aug. 17 until 6 p.m. on Aug. 25.
Calhoun County organization providing free animal microchipping
ALEXANDRIA, Ala. (WBRC) - In an effort to prevent roaming and lost pets in Calhoun County, the organization ‘Animal Advocates For Calhoun County’ is providing a free microchipping event. The first Animal Advocates for Calhoun County (AACC) microchipping event will take place at the community center in Alexandria...
Local leaders highlight need for resources to curb youth crime in Birmingham
The first annual prayer walk at Wenonah High School Saturday filled the rooms and halls with the sound of prayer. The community asked for students to be kept safe in school. Don Thompson, a pastor at the walk said, "We're grateful for the security the school system provides with the metal detectors and officers but sometimes things get passed them so we're asking for divine protection."
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