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JSU athletics announces new playing field, renovated north side at Burgess-Snow Field at AmFirst Stadium
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. (WBRC) - After the announcement of a new name for JSU’s football stadium (Burgess-Snow Field at AmFirst Stadium), the athletics department also announced that players and fans will see many changes when they return to the stadium this fall. According to JSU athletics, new turf will be...
Bibb County mass shooting also impacting Bessemer community
BESSEMER, Ala. (WBRC) - The Bibb County mass shooting that killed five people is also affecting the Bessemer community. WBRC has confirmed the murder suspect, Brandon Kendrick, is related to the pastor at Oasis of Praise Church. Kendrick is charged with five counts of capital murder in the shooting deaths of his wife, Kelsey, and four children.
Bar-Kays to headline W.C. Handy Music Festival in Florence
FLORENCE – The 42nd annual W.C. Handy Music Festival is underway in the Shoals, and this year’s headlining act is the Bar-Kays. The legendary group will perform July 27 at 7 p.m. at UNA’s Norton Audiotorium. Formed in Memphis in the mid-1960s, the Bar-Kays have faced tragic...
Hall, American Legion riders roll through Clanton for Legacy Run
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor American Legion Chilton County Post 216 Commander Mike Hall and American Legion riders from across Alabama made their way into Clanton on July 13 for a stop along the 2024 Heart of Dixie Legacy Run. During the stop, 56 riders were joined by Clanton Mayor Jeff Mims to show […] The post Hall, American Legion riders roll through Clanton for Legacy Run appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Last chance to dine at Auburn’s original 1978 Country’s Barbecue on Friday, July 19
AUBURN, Ala. (WRBL) – Big news for BBQ lovers in Auburn! Country’s Barbecue is undergoing a three-million-dollar expansion, marking the end of an era and the beginning of a new chapter for the beloved restaurant. For more than four decades, Country’s Barbecue has been a staple in Auburn, with generations of families making memories there. Carol […]
New Homes and Businesses Coming to Pepperell Mill After Lot is Rezoned
OPELIKA, Ala. (WTVM) - An iconic piece of Opelika history is soon to undergo big changes. Pepperell Mill, an old cotton mill, is being rezoned and will be redeveloped. “Very little word got out to the people in this area,” said Brenda Lindahl. For years, the old Pepperell Mill...
Huntsville lawyer discusses social media rights amid controversy online from Trump assassination posts
Huntsville lawyer Nick Lough said, "We do not have the absolute right to say whatever we want, whenever we want, to whoever we want, with whatever we may say if it's a threat or something along those lines.”. As Lough said, before you take to social media, it's important to...
Conner Harrell's Drive To Conquer Challenges
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — Athletes from a collection of sports programs at the University of North Carolina gathered in late April at Memorial Hall for the school's Rammy Awards event, designed to celebrate their athletic accomplishments from the past year. Everyone came dressed to the nines, looking to impress — and in walked Conner Harrell, with an outfit that did just that.
Lawsuit challenges timing of new Alabama law disqualifying more felons from voting on Nov. 5
Robert Crowley is a U.S. Army veteran, and volunteer with the Paralyzed Veterans of America and Mid-South chapter representative. He’s described in a lawsuit as a devoted father, grandfather and great-grandfather. But 27 years ago in 1997, he was convicted of attempted murder. Though he’s a registered voter in Alabama, his ability to vote on Nov. 5 is in doubt because of a new Alabama law that could disqualify him and many others from voting.
Marengo resident among taking office on retired employees board
The Alabama Retired State Employees’ Association (ARSEA) recently announced the results of their statewide elections of officers and board members. New board members beginning their terms were Marengo County’s LeTonya Williams of District 9, State Rep. Joe Lovvorn, who is a retired Auburn firefighter and chairman of the House Rules Committee, of District 11, former […] The post Marengo resident among taking office on retired employees board appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
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