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‘Celebrate the Family Expo’ scheduled for September 14 in Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Birmingham Christian Family Magazine is hosting its fifth annual “Celebrate the Family Expo,” on Saturday, Sept. 14. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hoover Met Complex-Finley Center. It’s free admission and free activities for families. There will be giveaways and swag bags for the […]
Happenings in North Alabama the weekend of August 30 - September 1
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — This weekend has some events to keep in mind!. Jazz in the Park - The first concert of 2024 happens on Sunday, September 1, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Big Spring Park East. The event features saxophonist Jackiem Joyner, trombonist Jeff Bradshaw, and pianist Joe Rozum. The “White Night” theme invites attendees to wear all white while enjoying jazz performances and food trucks.
Pat Sullivan: Heisman Winner, Cancer Fighter
With a new college football season upon us, it is worth remembering an award-winning player and coach whose greatest achievements were off the field. Every December, the Downtown Athletic Club in New York City honors college football's most outstanding player with the Heisman Memorial Trophy. In 1971, Auburn University's Pat Sullivan became the first player from the state of Alabama to hoist the award.
"Organized conspiracy": Experts warn Trump allies on Georgia election board are "sowing chaos"
Allies of former President Donald Trump on the Georgia state election board are stirring up chaos by passing new mandates ahead of the November election in a bid to dissuade voters and overwhelm local election officials, election experts warn. The Georgia elections board passed a handful of rule changes this...
THE COACH ALI SMITH SHOW vs. Hewitt-Trussville
The Coach Ali Smith Show! Sponsored by Twin City Used Cars.
Female Ga. inmates learn construction skills, help build houses
ATHENS, Ga. — The construction crew was waiting quietly when Jonathan Sims arrived, lumber and tools in tow. Within minutes, the work site stirred to life. Hammers pounded. Saws buzzed. And banter flowed like an open tap – a bit of sarcasm, a few boasts, a whole lot of encouraging shoutouts.
Woman injured in Pickens County house explosion passes away after being hospitalized for injuries
Almost two weeks after a home in Pickens County exploded and severely injured the homeowner, Channel 2 Action News has learned she tragically passed away Friday morning.
O’Dell, Fitzgerald combine for big offensive night, Oak Mountain improves to 2-0
There was no letdown for Oak Mountain senior quarterback Will O’Dell on Friday, Aug. 30, as he followed up his 402-yard season debut a week ago with his second straight 400-plus yard performance to start the 2024 football season. The post O’Dell, Fitzgerald combine for big offensive night, Oak Mountain improves to 2-0 appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Wasp nest invades Huntsville Tennis Center
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Tennis players at the Huntsville Tennis Center have been dealing with a not-so-great situation the past few days. The tennis facility has had massive wasp nests above the main entrance and well, it certainly hasn’t had the players and employees buzzing with excitement. Joc Simmons,...
1963 Birmingham Church Bombing Fast Facts
(CNN) — Here’s a look at the Birmingham, Alabama, church bombing that killed four African-American girls during church services in 1963. September 15, 2013, marked the 50th anniversary of the bombing. Facts. September 15, 1963 – A bomb blast at the Sixteenth Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama,...
See Thursday's statewide Week 2 high school football scores
Pisgah scored late to win the battle of No. 1 teams against Fyffe in a key game Thursday night. Here are all the scores as compiled by the Alabama Sports Writers Association. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Check out the top vote-getters from the Week 1 state volleyball poll
More than 15,000 ballots were cast in the Week 1 AL.com Volleyball Player of the Week poll and one of the top performers for one of the state’s top teams came away with the top honors in convincing fashion. Junior Baker Garside of St. Luke’s earned 4,676 of the...
Leeds improves to 2-0 win win over Shades Valley
LEEDS — Brute strength won out over speed on Friday night, as sixth-ranked Leeds dominated the line of scrimmage and held on for a 28-19 win over Shades Valley. The Green Wave rushed for 269 yards on Friday night against the Mounties, with 262 of that coming from quarterback Conner Nelson and tailback ZJ Dale.
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