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UAB merger with St. Vincent’s ‘a devastating loss for our Catholic community,’ bishop says
An Alabama bishop called the proposed merger of UAB Health and Ascension St. Vincent’s hospitals in Birmingham a “devastating loss” for Catholics in the region, and said the issue will need to be reviewed by the Vatican. Bishop Steven Raica said in a statement Tuesday that he...
EPA Announces Proposed Cleanup Plan for Anniston PCB Site
Anniston, Alabama – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has unveiled a proposed plan to clean up the contaminated soil, sediment, surface water, and biota at Operable Unit 4 (OU4) of the Anniston PCB Site. OU4, known as Choccolocco Creek, is located in Anniston, Alabama, and the comprehensive plan aims to address the contamination in […] The post EPA Announces Proposed Cleanup Plan for Anniston PCB Site appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Friendship Festival is this Saturday in Bear Creek
BEAR CREEK — Continue your Fourth of July festivities in Bear Creek this Saturday for the town’s annual Friendship Festival to be held at Twin Forks Park. Beginning at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 6, the fun will continue all day until after the fireworks show, which starts at 9 p.m. and will be held at ball field 1.
Shooting for the stars: Helena teen Carley Seabrooke sets records in shooting sports
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... At 17 years old, Carley Seabrooke is already a champion. She currently holds two national records in shooting sports, is a member of the USA Olympic National Development Team and has competed in the past three Junior Olympics. And it all started with a...
Jalen Milroe Drops Honest Admission on Alabama Crimson Tide Offense For 2024
Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe is primed for a Heisman Trophy campaign in 2024. He's feeling confident in what his team can accomplish. The Crimson Tide is set to have one of the more explosive offenses in college football. It brings over Washington Huskies head coach Kalen DeBoer to lead the ...
Alabama toddler pulled from pool on 2nd birthday is ‘fighting for her life’
The family and friends of Violet Mae Satterfield are raising money for her medical care after the toddler was pulled from a pool Monday in Arab. According to her family, Satterfield and her family were celebrating her second birthday when she sneaked into a swimming pool without her floatation devices.
Thunder on the Mountain: Birmingham to celebrate 4th of July with beloved firework show
Birmingham’s beloved and iconic fireworks show will once again be lighting up the sky around Vulcan for the Fourth of July in the Magic City. Thunder on the Mountain is one of Alabama’s largest Independence Day firework displays. It can be seen from downtown Birmingham and Homewood. It is organized every year by the Vulcan Park Foundation, which started putting on the show shortly after it was founded 25 years ago.
“Here to do Moore.” Departing commander of Fort Moore shares his lessons, successes
Major General Curtis Buzzard will leave Fort Moore after nearly two years of service. He discusses his favorite aspects of the installation and the parts he’ll miss most.
Rome Community Kitchen announces “Christmas in July” canned food drive
The Community Kitchen in Rome has announced a “Christmas in July” canned food drive, running throughout the month of July. The community is invited to drop off food items at the Community Kitchen pantry office on 4 Calhoun Ave NE, or go online to see the Community Kitchen’s “Christmas Wishlist.”
Georgia sees its youngest female mayor in state history
ARABI, Ga. (WALB) - A 21-year-old Georgia woman is launching what she hopes will become a distinguished political career. Brooke Huckaby, 21, is the youngest mayor in Georgia state history, and the youngest female mayor in United States history, but her accolades do not stop there. In addition to being...
Vestavia Hills' Sharon Pitts crowned Ms. Senior Alabama 2024
Vestavia Hills resident Sharon Pitts recently was crowned Ms. Senior Alabama 2024. Pitts, who is retired from Regions Bank after 35 years of service in human resources, was named the winner among 14 candidates ages 60-69 across the state in a competition held June 1 at the Daphne Civic Center.
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