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Birmingham Business Hall of Fame inducts 2 Mountain Brook residents
Jim Dixon said when he thinks of his father-in-law, William “Billy” Hulsey, the first thing that comes to mind is his integrity and commitment to fairness. “That’s the motto of our company — integrity, not compromise — and that describes Billy to a T,” said Dixon, who serves as president and CEO of Arlington Properties, a role formerly held by Hulsey for decades.
Alabama football now charging for preseason autographs
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WTVY) - Changes have been made to preseason operations at three universities, including Alabama’s Fan Day, ESPN reported Friday. Fans will be able to watch the football team practice for free during Alabama’s Fan Day on August 11, but those wanting players’ autographs will have to open their wallets.
Former Alabama football star named Paul W. Bryant head football coach
Former Alabama football player Christion Jones was named the new football coach at Paul W. Bryant High School on Friday, the school announced on X, formerly Twitter. Jones replaces coach John McKenzie, who led the Stampede to a 3-7 mark in 2023 during his one season with the program. It was announced last week that McKenzie is the new coach at Vigor, returning to the Wolves program in Mobile County after leading them to a state...
Mayor Randall & Kendra Woodfin celebrate birth of “Baby Woodfin”
It’s official: Kendra and Randall Woodfin are parents! Congratulations to The Woodfins on the birth of their baby girl!. “Baby Woodfin” was brought into this world on Thursday, August 1, 2024. Mayor Woodfin shared the big news on his social media, stating:. “Baby Woodfin is here!. She is...
Ashlyn Howard commits to UAB
Ashlyn Howard, a senior forward at Hewitt-Trussville High School, announced her commitment to the UAB women's basketball program Friday morning. Howard played in the AHSAA North-South All-Star Game in July, in a game that features the top rising seniors in Alabama. She scored eight points, as her North team won by 41 points.
Kalen DeBoer, Alabama Crimson Tide fall behind SEC foe in race for elite 5-star QB recruit
The Alabama Crimson Tide continues to be on the hunt for its quarterback of the future. Head coach Kalen DeBoer hoped it would be 2026 5-star QB Faizon Brandon out of Greensboro, North Carolina. However, with Brandon's decision coming this weekend, Alabama does not appear to be in the lead. ...
Alabama Reacts To Legendary Restaurants Apology After Protests
Sound off Alabama, we want to know what you think. The husband of the Nicks in the Sticks owner admitted, to, and apologized for, his racist remarks directed toward customers after heavy protests. DreDay, Townsquare Media. He said he is ashamed of his behavior. "I accept all the condemnation and...
UAB's Medical West Hospital now open to public
BESSEMER, Ala. (WBRC) - The brand new UAB Medical West hospital is now open and taking patients in Bessemer. On Saturday morning, UAB officially closed the emergency department doors at their prior location on Ninth Avenue in Bessemer and opened the new ones on Medical West Way. CEO Keith Pennington...
Tuberville, Britt call Olympic boxer a man, link controversy to Kamala Harris ‘attacks on Title IX’
Alabama U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville has been one of several voices on social media calling a female Algerian boxer a man following an Olympic boxing match Thursday in the Paris games. On his two X accounts, Tuberville criticized Olympic officials for allowing Algerian Imane Khelif to participate in the games.
Local teacher taking a different approach to help address literacy challenges
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Sonya Hernandez, a Spanish teacher at W.J. Christian School says her experience teaching Spanish has opened her eyes to the challenges students often face when learning something new. With the recent concerns surrounding literacy challenges in Birmingham City Schools, Hernandez decided to try a different approach to address the problem by […]
Phoenix beats Brave as Amy Jones secure win with 51 runs & six catches
Birmingham Phoenix secured a crucial victory over Southern Brave, winning by 16 runs, marking their second consecutive win after a challenging streak of 12 losses. Captain Ellyse Perry played a pivotal role, taking three wickets early on and inspiring a solid performance from her team. Amy Jones starred with the bat, scoring 51 runs and contributing to a strong bowling effort that kept the Brave at bay. The Brave struggled to maintain momentum, ultimately falling short in their chase of 138 runs.
A pair of school supply giveaways taking place this Saturday, Aug. 3 in Sylacauga
SYLACAUGA, Ala. – Going back to school can be an expensive proposition for parents and guardians, and it’s always welcome when folks in the community step up to help. You can find a pair of them in Sylacauga on Saturday, Aug. 3. Trinity Assembly of God, located at...