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Families describe assaults and deaths behind bars during hearing on Alabama prison conditions
Deandre Roney told officials at the Alabama prison he was incarcerated at that he feared for his life because another inmate had been threatening him, his sister said. On June 8, months away from his scheduled release date, the 39-year-old was stabbed to death.
ADSFR Results Show Evidence of Flounder Rebound
By David Rainer, Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Nobody was more pleased when the 91st Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo (ADSFR) added flounder to the CCA Alabama Live Weigh-In competition than Dr. Sean Powers, head rodeo judge and Director of the Stokes School of Marine and Environmental Sciences at the University of South Alabama. Powers […]
Alabama prep coaches weigh in on NIL on the high school level: ‘It’s a lose-lose’
EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the first in a series of stories based on AL.com’s anonymous offseason survey of Alabama high school football coaches. The surveys are anonymous to allow coaches to share their thoughts more freely. Alabama’s high school coaches fear the consequences of a pay-for-play NIL model...
Extension hosts Auburn, community healthcare discussion
By Tana Shealey, County Extension Coordinator Lowndes County community leaders and residents are learning about a special healthcare project offered through Auburn University. During a health care discussion held at the Fort Deposit Town Hall on July 17, residents learned about a telehealth service named OnMed which at no cost to communities. “The Auburn University […]
Athens police cracking down on underage drinking
Complaints from concerned parents led to almost a dozen arrests in Limestone County. Athens police said nine people at eight gas stations and convenience stores in the last week were accused of selling alcohol to the department's underage source or other teens. Lieutenant for the Athens police department, Jonathan Caldwell,...
NCAA Basketball Recruiting: Analyzing top 7 teams for 5-star 2025 G Meleek Thomas
One of the top overall prospects in the 2025 NCAA Basketball recruiting class is Meleek Thomas, a consensus 5-star guard who is ranked in the top-10 overall per every major recruiting ranking. He's a 6'3 combo guard who can do just about everything at a high level on both ends of the court, mostly known for his natural scoring ability.
Petite Violette Celebrates Fifty Years in Business This August
Petite Violette (formerly known as Petite Auberge) is turning 50 years old this August, and the Gropp brothers want to celebrate with their longtime guests as well as new community members. During the month of August, Michael and Anthony Gropp plan to host cooking demonstrations, wine tastings, a formal party, a fundraiser and discount days. In addition, they will bring back classic dishes from the past 50 years’ worth of menus.
Madison County School System Superintendent addresses changes for upcoming school year
HUNTSVILLE, Madison County — Big changes are underway with the Madison County School System. It's just ahead of students heading back to the classroom. FOX54 spoke with the superintendent about what parents and students need to know this year. Madison County School System Superintendent Kenneth Kubik said they face...
1 killed, 1 seriously injured in early morning crash in Trussville
TRUSSVILLE, Ala. (WBRC) - One person was killed, and another was seriously injured in a two-vehicle collision in Trussville early Thursday morning, according to the Trussville Police Department. The accident happened around 6:05 a.m. in the 5900 block of Deerfoot Parkway. Trussville Police say two vehicles were involved in the...
Sheriff’s office identifies 22-year-old as suspect in domestic shooting
The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office arrested Casey Deandre Smith, 22, of Birmingham as the suspect in a recent domestic shooting that occurred at Shoal Run Trail on July 21. (Contributed) The post Sheriff’s office identifies 22-year-old as suspect in domestic shooting appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Red Lobster closes Tuscaloosa restaurant on McFarland Boulevard
Red Lobster, a fixture on the Tuscaloosa restaurant scene for decades, has closed its doors permanently. A sign posted Wednesday on the restaurant's door at 2620 McFarland Blvd. E reads: "This location is closed. We look forward to serving you at another Red Lobster location in the future." ...
Jalen Milroe Says Nick Saban Leaving Alabama Was A Good Thing
Jalen Milroe appeared on CBS Mornings Thursday to talk about his fourth season at Alabama. The redshirt junior is helping lead the Crimson Tide into a new era. Legendary coach Nick Saban is gone, surprising the sports world with a retirement announcement after last year’s trip to the College Football Playoff. Kalen DeBoer hopes to fill […] The post Jalen Milroe Says Nick Saban Leaving Alabama Was A Good Thing appeared first on BroBible.
‘Light Up the Night’ event at Huntsville’s Big Spring Park set to draw thousands
HUNTSVILLE — Get ready revelers. The much anticipated “Light Up the Night” event is set for Big Spring Park. Friday’s annual gathering will feature live music and dancing, as well as breathtaking lighting displayed throughout the park. “We’re thrilled to bring back Light Up the Night...
Paul Bryant football needs new head coach after John McKenzie returns to Mobile area
Paul Bryant High School football is in search of a new coach less than a month before the start of the 2024 season, athletic director Malcom Gross confirmed to The Tuscaloosa News. On Wednesday, the Mobile County Board of Commissioners approved John McKenzie as Vigor's new head coach. McKenzie came to Paul Bryant in 2023, leading the Stampede to a 3-7 mark last season and a sixth-place finish in 6A, Region 4. ...
New sidewalk project for Hooper City, old houses must go
The City of Birmingham is looking to add sidewalks within the Hooper City neighborhood. The cost is upwards of $675,000 dollars. Many neighborhoods in Birmingham could benefit from sidewalks being added, but based on the location of the proposal, we were left with questions. Wednesday, we spoke with city leaders...
No action following statement of Eclectic town clerk
It was supposed to be a meeting to discuss the fiscal year 2025 budget for the Eclectic Town Council. Instead Monday’s council meeting turned into a two-hour executive session hearing accusations of misspending of town funds, a hostile work environment and slander. Mayor Gary Davenport said he and town clerk Shannon Duck have been discussing a situation for a week or so. The mayor felt the matter was important enough to delay the budget discussion to allow Duck to make a public statement before the council headed behind closed doors to hear from Duck, Eclectic police officers, town staff and Alexander City clerk Stephanie Southerland.
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