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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...
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...
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.”
Liles installed as state American College of Surgeons president at annual conference
The Alabama chapter of the American College of Surgeons held its annual conference jointly with the Mississippi chapter and featured speakers from across the region, including surgery faculty from the Whiddon College of Medicine. USA Health surgical oncologist Spencer Liles, M.D., FACS, was installed as president of the Alabama chapter...
Nick Saban’s Reason For Losing To Michigan Shows Just How Much College Football Has Changed
Nick Saban lost his final college football game as a head coach to Michigan in the Rose Bowl. He decided to step down from his post at Alabama not long thereafter and made way for Kalen DeBoer. The huddle played a role in his retirement. Seriously. Saban took over the Crimson Tide in 2007. He […] The post Nick Saban’s Reason For Losing To Michigan Shows Just How Much College Football Has Changed appeared first on BroBible.
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.
Second AshFest to Bring 8 Hours of Music & Standup to Brewery Saturday
A festival in memory of a DCH nurse will return Saturday, bringing eight hours of music, stand-up comedy and more to Tuscaloosa's Druid City Brewing Company. AshFest first came to the brewery last year, organized by Tuscaloosa's Jimmy Mixon in memory of his late wife Ashley Mixon, a second-career nurse.
Reward offered in the death of a Sylacauga man
SYLACAUGA, Ala. – Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward starting at $1,000 for information that leads to an arrest in the August 15, 2024 shooting death of 45-year-old Michael Wells of Sylacauga. According to Investigators from the Talladega County Sheriff’s Department, deputies and medics were called to Pleasant...
Hundreds fill Legion Field for second annual ‘Stop the Violence’ football game
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A.H. Parker High School and Ramsay High School kicked off their football season with the second annual “Stop the Violence” football game. Fans from both A.H. Parker High School and Ramsay High School poured into Legion Field for the big game offering support for their favorite team. But it’s the meaning […]
Nick Saban Admits What 'Worried' Him Most About Alabama This Season
The college football world will look slightly different this season, as arguably the best coach of all time will no longer be roaming the sidelines. Former Alabama head coach Nick Saban is now an analyst for ESPN's "College GameDay" after leading the Crimson Tide to six titles during his tenure in ...
Traffic stop leads to drug trafficking arrest in Athens
ATHENS, Ala. (WAFF) - A man has been charged with drug trafficking following a traffic stop Tuesday in Athens. According to the Limestone County Sheriff’s Office, the narcotics unit along with the Athens Police Department conducted the traffic stop on Hine Street. The stop led to 8.3 ounces of...
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...
Huntsville YMCA filing for bankruptcy
Huntsville YMCA announced Friday it is filing for bankruptcy. The organization says it still plans to remain operational without any interruptions at this time. Today, Huntsville YMCA Board Chair Karockas Watkins, president & CEO of Ability Plus, and Interim CEO Jeff Collen issued this statement:. “Today, the Huntsville YMCA, also...
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. ...
Coosada residents upset over electric for gas facility
Potential new Alabama Power lines to a Spire liquified natural gas plant and storage facility near Coosada have neighbors almost screaming for help. Coosada Mayor Jim Houston, councilmember Howard Goza and Henry Hassey all live on Jackson Bend Road. They said for months Alabama Power has been trying to take their property to construct a new high voltage power line to power the gas plant just outside town limits. Hassey is concerned with how close the lines are to current residences.
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