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Nick Saban picks Auburn to be SEC's most improved team in 2024
The college football season is officially underway with the first slate of games taking place on Saturday. The kickoff of the fall festivities could not be complete without the return of ESPN’s “College Gameday,” which had many headlines to discuss. Amongst the topics that were talked about...
Third Ranked Guntersville Claws Past Southside-Gadsden
SOUTHSIDE, AL – The Guntersville Wildcats, ranked third in Class 5A, traveled to Barney Hood Stadium and came away with an impressive 35-13 victory over Southside-Gadsden Friday night. Quarterback Street Smith shined in the season opener completing 16-of-18 passes, amassing 215 yards and a touchdown. His leading receiver, Dadrien...
1 arrested after robbery, foot chase with BPD
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - One man is in custody after running from Birmingham Police during a robbery Saturday afternoon. Birmingham Police say they were dispatched to a robbery in progress call in the 4600 block of 13th Avenue N. around 12:45 Saturday afternoon. Upon arrival, BPD says they learned that...
Shelby County rushing attack overwhelms Lincoln for 57 points
The Shelby County Wildcats began their season on a high note with an impressive offensive showing in their match against the Lincoln Golden Bears, securing a 57-10 win on the road at Lincoln High School on Friday, Aug. 23. The post Shelby County rushing attack overwhelms Lincoln for 57 points appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Auburn RB commit Alvin Henderson starts senior season with a bang
Auburn running back commit Alvin Henderson started his senior season on a high note on Friday night. Henderson rushed for 325 yards and 5 touchdowns in the Tigers’ 50-22 season-opening victory at Luverne. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site,...
Pelham falls in season opener at Pell City
PELL CITY – The Pelham Panthers came up short in their season opener on the road Friday night, Aug. 23 versus Pell City, 35-7. The game served as a litmus test for both sets of Panthers—while Pelham’s roster had several younger players stepping up to key roles, Pell City had a new coach on the sideline.
Late turnover dooms Tallassee in opener
Typically a coach - and fan base too - has to wait until midseason to learn about a team’s character. But Tallassee fans got a Week 0 lesson Friday night as the Tigers battled back from a three-touchdown deficit in a 22-16 loss to Montgomery Academy. “I learned that...
Tire landfill owner in Blount Co. wants to use his land for business
HAYDEN, Ala. (WBRC) - Vice President of B & B Tire Landfill Bud Adams says he’s abided by all the rules and at the end of the day, it’s still his land. “My daddy instilled that in me. What somebody does on their property is their business,” said Adams.
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs pulls away to top Hanceville 48-30
HANCEVILLE. Ala. – Cold Springs and Hanceville met at Ray Talley Stadium Friday night to kick off the 2024 season and after a tight first half, the Eagles put 34 points on the board in the second half to pull away with a 48-30 win over the Bulldogs. Cold Springs racked up over 400 yards on the ground, led by Matt Williams who rushed for 201 yards and three touchdowns on 24 carries.
Verbena gets five takeaways in road win over Holy Spirit to start season
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Verbena High School posted five takeaways in its season opener against Holy Spirit Catholic School to take it 30-12 on the road on Aug. 23. The Red Devils forced four fumbles and one interception out of Holy Spirit, including three in the second half that boosted Verbena down the […] The post Verbena gets five takeaways in road win over Holy Spirit to start season appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Central Stuns Tuscaloosa County with Last-Second Field Goal
Tuscaloosa, AL — In a game that will be remembered for its dramatic twists and turns, Central High School pulled off a stunning comeback to defeat Tuscaloosa County 31-28, thanks to a last-second field goal by Graham Wolfe. The game started with a bang as Tuscaloosa County’s KJ Jackson...
2 graduate Drug Court program
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Drug Court program recently announced two graduates of its program led by Cullman County District Judge Chad Floyd and the Cullman County Drug Court staff. The court offered its congratulations to its newest graduates Christina Ladner and “G.R.” Floyd said completing the program is a huge accomplishment. “The fact is that not every individual who enters into the program successfully completes it,” Floyd said. “When we post pictures of a graduate of the program, I want folks to know that this individual has been clean and sober for a period of at least 12 months. They have been drug screened on a random basis. They have met every requirement of our program with respect to intensive outpatient treatment and self-care at AA or NA.” Floyd said they have also completed at least 52 hours of service in the community. “The two individuals who graduated this week were able to make it through their entire term of participation in our program without a single sanction or slip up between them,” Floyd said. “They both did an excellent job and I was proud to have persons of their character in our program.” Copyright 2024 Humble Roots, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
7-year-old boy drowns in Autauga County pool
PRATTVILLE − A seven-year-old boy drowned in Autauga County on Friday night, Sheriff Mark Harrell confirmed. Harrell said the drowning happened at a private pool in the County Line area of Autauga County. The unincorporated community is about 10 miles north of Prattville near the Autauga-Elmore county line. The boy's name was not released. ...
'They're almost in tears sometimes': Fairfield store ends food desert, but faces challenges
FAIRFIELD, Ala. — Carver Jones Market opened three weeks ago in downtown Fairfield, filling a void left by Walmart’s closure years ago. “It’s the people saying, ‘We need a grocery store,’” said James Harris, the owner of Carver Jones Market. “We want a grocery store. Fairfield, let’s be honest. If it works here, works anywhere.”
Oxford Travels to Georgia and Picks Up Season Opening Victory
OXFORD, AL – The Oxford Yellow Jackets, ranked 6th in Class 6A, kicked off their season with an impressive 56-46 road win over Georgia’s Central Carrollton on Friday night. Despite facing a 10-point deficit with just over eight minutes left in the third quarter, Oxford rallied, outscoring Central...
Watch: Former Alabama edge rusher gets first sack in the NFL
Alabama football produced two marquee edge rushers in the 2024 National Football League Draft. People are excited to watch Dallas Turner dominate for the Minnesota Vikings, but the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are very pleased with its second round selection of Chris Braswell. The Maryland native got his first career sack...
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