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U.S. News & World Report: UAB Hospital Claims No. 1 Ranking as Best in Alabama; Birmingham Metro
UAB Hospital was once again named the best hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report in its 2024-2025 Best Hospital rankings, released last week. University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital also claims the No. 1 ranking as the best hospital in the Birmingham metro area. “UAB Hospital’s recognition...
Alabama: Can you Spot The Dangerous Pest Officials Say To kill
I bet you couldn't spot the very well-camouflaged pest. I know I couldn't. These insects are destroying neighborhoods all over America and now have made their way to our beautiful state. Liv Volker recently shared a video on Tik Tok (video below) of what's been causing everything in her yard...
Lowndes County resident, ABBA founder to be inducted in Alabama Business Hall of Fame
Hope Hull resident and Alabama Black Belt Adventures (ABBA) founder Thomas A. Harris was among others that will be inducted into the Alabama Business Hall of Fame on Nov. 14. Harris is an investment banker and entrepreneur who graduated from Auburn University in 1971 and later went on to found Merchant Capital based in Montgomery.
Hawthorne resigns, accepts new role with state BOE
Crenshaw County Schools Superintendent Dodd Hawthorne announced his resignation following acceptance of a position with the Alabama State Board of Education. Hawthorne will take on the role of Assistant State Superintendent for Career and Technical Education (CTE) and Workforce Development, effective August 16. Hawthorne highlighted critical challenges facing the state’s education department, emphasizing the need […] The post Hawthorne resigns, accepts new role with state BOE appeared first on Luverne Journal.
A first: Some grandparents/relatives taking care of children to get financial help
For some grandparents and relatives across Alabama raising children who are impacted by the opioid epidemic, some much-needed financial assistance is coming their way for the first time in state history.
The UAW’s union dreams seemed unstoppable. Then came the realities of the South
The United Auto Workers was on a historic six-month run until it got a reminder that when it comes to unions, southern hospitality often gets replaced with hostility. It started last November when the UAW ended decades of concessions to carmakers by ratifying record contracts at Ford, GM and Stellantis. The success inspired southern auto plant workers to launch their own campaigns, starting at Volkswagen in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Flood advisory for Calhoun and Talladega counties until Friday night
On Friday at 7:23 p.m. the National Weather Service issued a flood advisory in effect until 10:30 p.m. for Calhoun and Talladega counties. The weather service states, "Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected." "Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways," states...
Jefferson County judge grants Birmingham a temporary restraining order against local “event space” following deadly mass shooting
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The doors are now locked on the Trendsetters Lounge and Event Space on 27th Street North. This is the same business where police responded to a mass shooting last weekend. It left four dead and ten others injured. A Jefferson County judge granted the city’s request...
Sidewalk Film Festival 2024 lineup announced
BIRMINGHAM, Ala (WIAT) – The Sidewalk Film Festival’s full lineup was announced Friday, building anticipation for the 26th annual event. The festival will take place from Aug, 19 through 25, with the opening night events set for Aug. 23. The festival will be held in downtown Birmingham’s historic theatre district. During the weekend, over 200 […]
Huskies compete in AHSAA All-Star Week
Hewitt-Trussville’s Morgan Hopper tees-off on hole 5 during the Class 7A North Substate tournament at Timberline Golf Club in Calera on Monday, May 6, 2024. Photo by Erin Nelson Sweeney. The Alabama High School Athletic Association held its annual All-Star week in Montgomery this past week, July 15-19. The...
Leeds to bring sports park, hotels and retail near Buc-ee’s + The Shops of Grand River
The City of Leeds has approved an agreement to develop a regional sports park, hotel and retail off Exit 140 on I-20 near The Shops of Grand River Outlet Mall and Buc-ee’s. “I’m happy to report something that’s happened in the City of Leeds that’s going to change the face of Leeds.
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.
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