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Alabama Champion: The Keystone Club, A Safe Space
The Keystone Club is a recovery clubhouse. It is a place where those recovering from drug and alcohol addiction can come to socialize, grab a cup of coffee, and have an encouraging conversation. Crystal Holcomb is one of the founders. She tells me it is a safe place for like-minded...
Holistic wellness spa opens in Alabaster
With different specialties and similar visions, two Alabaster women joined forces to create one spa destination to offer a wide variety of holistic treatments from IV infusions to ketamine assisted psychotherapy. The post Holistic wellness spa opens in Alabaster appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
This Alabama teen + Golden Buzzer winner is headed to America’s Got Talent live shows
If you haven’t been keeping up with America’s Got Talent, then you may not know that Alabama’s own Reid Wilson stole the show at his audition with his incredible vocals. We got to talk with Reid about his experience, so keep reading to learn more about his performance and what’s next for him on AGT.
Jim Beam column:Medical trailer will save lives
Some 4,600 residents in 10 counties and parishes in Alabama, Kentucky, Louisiana and Mississippi are going to be tested for heart disease — testing that will save many of their lives. I say that because similar testing I had in the 1990s has helped me reach age 90. It was my wife’s cardiologist’s suggestion that […]
Caroleene Dobson responds to Shomari Figures’ Democratic National Convention speech
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Republican congressional candidate Caroleene Dobson said there were parts of her opponent Shomari Figures’ speech at the Democratic National Convention that she actually liked. “He’s a very talented speaker,” Dobson told WKRG News 5. “I loved that he referenced the legacy of civil rights leaders in District 2.” Shomari Figures spoke […]
UAB looking to add clinics across state to address dental crisis
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The American Dental Association ranks Alabama 51st in the nation for access to dental care, a ranking UAB’s School of Dentistry wants to change. School leaders want to add more dental clinics near rural and moderately urban parts of the state. They have already launched...
FuelAL: Alabama’s initiative to retain young professionals
OPELIKA, Ala. (WTVM) - Alabama has introduced a summer program designed to retain young professionals within the state. FuelAL aims to connect college interns with the vibrant lifestyle and recreational opportunities in the areas where they work. “There are so many industries here that I didn’t even know were in...
Alabama drivers frustrated by rising car insurance rates
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) – Auto insurance rates are expected to continue increasing this year, with Alabama projected to rise by 18%. According to AAA, these hikes are nothing new as car insurance rates have been increasing annually for the last several years. “Typically, the reason that we see that happen is because of an increase […]
Calls for drastic reforms after scathing report on Alabama's pharmacy board
MONTGOMERY, Ala (WBMA) — State lawmakers reviewing operations of the Alabama Board of Pharmacy call a state audit report "extremely, extremely troubling." The Sunset Committee met Thursday in Montgomery. "To say I'm concerned would be an extreme understatement," remarked Senator Keith Kelley of Anniston. He added if the board...
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.
Sen. Katie Britt secures $2 million for south Alabama hospital
U.S. Sen. Katie Britt, R-Ala., announced Friday that she has secured a $2 million federal grant for Atmore Community Hospital in Atmore, Ala. “Health care is critical for the wellbeing of Alabamians across our great state, and modernized equipment is key to providing the best care for patients,” Britt said in a news release. “I’m proud to have secured these funds during the 2024 Appropriations process, and I look forward to continuing my work on the committee to invest further into our families, our state, and our future.”
Chelsea dominates Mobile Christian for home opening victory
The Chelsea Hornets proved the value of a determined run game and secured a 24-3 victory in their home opener against the Mobile Christian Leopards on Friday, Aug. 23. The post Chelsea dominates Mobile Christian for home opening victory appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
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.
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