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Coroners hold 2nd annual training
A collaborative effort by Legacy of Hope and the Alabama Coroner’s Association is working to ensure that the officials responsible for recording, reporting and investigating deaths in Lowndes and surrounding counties have the training they need to perform their job with excellence. On July 18, the partners held their second annual regional education event in […]
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,...
Request for guarantee on Habitat subdivision rejected
Jul. 25—Planning Commission member Frances Tate's continued push for a guarantee from Habitat for Humanity of Morgan County that it will limit the number of Habitat homes in its planned subdivision was again rebuffed Tuesday. Tate, Councilman Billy Jackson and other residents opposed Habitat's plan to build a subdivision, now named Heritage Creek, on 19.52 acres off Moulton Heights Road in ...
Ecovillage Community Forms On Sand Mountain, Meet Two Founding Members
Just across the state line on AL-71 heading toward Bryant, Ala., a small group of industrious people are creating a homestead called Harmony Woods Ecovillage. Falling under the two broad categories of “intentional communities” and “ecovillages,” Harmony Woods holds five values: Personal Freedom, Communication, Land Stewardship, Personal Integrity, and Natural Living.
Trussville Mayor, Superintendent hosting town hall meeting on school needs, property tax vote tonight
TRUSSVILLE, Ala.–Mayor Buddy Choat and Superintendent Dr. Patrick Martin will host a town hall meeting tonight, July 25, in the Hewitt-Trussville High School Performing Arts Center where they will discuss the upcoming city-wide special municipal tax election that would fund multiple school expansion projects. The pair will give a...
Diners Flocking to Northport’s Now-Open Lost Pizza Co.
Diners are showing up in droves to support a new pizzeria that opened this week about a year after a local favorite, Mr. Bill's Southern Diner, permanently closed in the same space. Mr. Bills closed last July, and two months later, former Northport politician Jeff Hogg announced that Mississippi's Lost...
Inside the new Carver Jones Market Fairfield, opening July 31 [Photos]
Last week, Bham Now reported that a new grocery store—the Carver Jones Market Fairfield—was coming soon to western Jefferson County. We stopped by the new market for an inside look before its grand opening on Wednesday, July 31. Fairfield residents need affordable groceries and fresh produce. Located in...
Tuscaloosa’s Westside Community Fun Day Celebrates 11 Years
Last year, The Mind Changers Inc. Westside Community Fun Day in the Park celebrated its 10th Anniversary with its annual back-to-school event. The organization invites you to celebrate 11 years of community togetherness this year at the annual Westside Community Day in the Park. What to Expect. Various attractions and...
HBCU Talladega College Is Fighting To Save Gymnastics Program
“Let's unite to keep the dreams of these young women alive.”. Though Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have made major strides in sports, Talladega College recently announced that its gymnastics program will be cut after just one season. “While the decision to discontinue the gymnastics program was undoubtedly difficult, we remain incredibly proud of our gymnasts, coaches, and their remarkable achievements,” Talladega College Interim President Dr. Walter M. Kimbrough said. “Their dedication and resilience have set a high standard, and their legacy will continue to inspire.”
‘Jax State football is must-watch tv’: JSU wraps up Conference USA Football Kickoff media days
FRISCO, Texas. (WBRC) - Jacksonville State football wrapped up the Conference USA Football Kickoff this week at the PGA of America Headquarters in Frisco, Texas. The Gamecocks, who are coming off a 9-4 season and a bowl win in 2023 in their first year in the FBS, are entering year three under head coach Rich Rodriguez.
Meet the Co-Founders of Birmingham’s Broken Dreams Clothing Brand
Many Birmingham residents wear the brand, many Birmingham residents know the brand, however, not many know the faces behind the brand. Broken Dreams is a southern streetwear brand founded on dedication, loyalty and the ambition to never stop working towards your dreams. It’s the team’s goal to provide quality pieces at an affordable price between $12 to $185. Their mission is to breathe hope for the future and express their creativity through premium products that are continuously evolving. Jonathan Blanks, 32, Carlton Gamble, 32, and Anthony Sears, 33, said they strive to set the tone for their culture to show people that they can turn their dreams into reality.
Projecting Alabama Football depth chart before fall camp: Offense
Alabama will return to the practice field on July 31, so what better time than the present to break down its depth chart for the 2024 season? The post Projecting Alabama Football depth chart before fall camp: Offense appeared first on On3.
Spotlight on Speech :: Speech-Language-Hearing Resources in Birmingham
With countless milestone tracking apps, conflicting recommendations from different governmental agencies, and even pediatric experts who disagree, it’s hard for parents to find reliable information to help track a child’s development! So in honor of the school year’s quick approach, I wanted to share some information about development and speech-language-hearing resources in Birmingham.
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