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BREAKING: Elite underclassman in-state Edge commits to Alabama
Ba’Roc Willis has announced a verbal commitment to Alabama. Willis is a sophomore at Moody High School in Alabama and is a member of the 2027 recruiting class. He currently holds offers from Alabama, Auburn, Florida State, LSU and others. He is the first 2027 prospect to commit to Alabama.
Fishing team reels in nearly 500-pound bull shark during Alabama tournament
Just winning the Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo would have been more than enough for the Bon Secour Butchers, but the team of four got more than they bargained for recently. The Butchers, in fact, reeled in a state-record 494.5-pound bull shark during the recent tourney at Dauphin Island. The previous Alabama state record for a bull shark was 448 pounds in 2015.
‘A game-changer for the whole U.S.;’ Alabama officials celebrate $550 million I-10 Bayway grant
Federal Highway Administrator Shailen Bhatt and Alabama officials celebrated a $550 million grant for the I-10 Bayway/Mobile River Bridge Project Monday at the National Maritime Museum of the Gulf of Mexico in Mobile. “Transportation is one of the areas as Americans that we can truly come together on,” Bhatt said....
New bill would require Alabamians acquire permit before carrying assault weapons
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — A new bill filed recently would require Alabamians to obtain a permit to carry assault weapons, either on their person or in their vehicle. Filed by Rep. Kenyatte Hassell, D-Montgomery, House Bill 23 defines an assault weapon as a semiautomatic rifle with the capacity to accept detachable magazines that possess at least one of six attributes, among them being a folding stock or second handgrip.
Hurricane Season Update: 50% Chance of System Development
Don’t forget that Hurricane season is in motion and continues through November 30. According to The Weather Channel, “Formation of tropical systems near the Caribbean or U.S. East Coast is common in August.”. Here is What We Are Monitoring. A disturbed weather area over the central tropical Atlantic...
Storms in Alabama cause flooding on streets and power outages throughout the state
Parts of Alabama were hit with heavy rain on Sunday evening due to thunderstorms. Flash flooding was reported in streets and creeks in various areas of Jefferson, Shelby, and Tuscaloosa counties. On Sunday in Tuscaloosa, Wesley Lollar ventured into deep water, but thankfully, he reports that his house is still...
Send in nominations for Women Who Shape the State
The next class of Women Who Shape the State is open to nominations for 2025, and This is Alabama would love to celebrate the women who are working to make our state better by creating change in your community. From educators, business leaders and healthcare workers to authors, philanthropists, artists...
Former lawmaker sentenced to federal prison, another’s sentencing is Tuesday
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Two of the three conspirators, including a former state representative, were sentenced to federal prison on Friday for their roles in a scheme to steal hundreds of thousands of dollars from a fund meant to aid community groups in the Birmingham area. Former state...
6 new + coming soon businesses around the Birmingham area—plus, 2 we’re sad to see leave
Birmingham is buzzing with new businesses and projects in-the-works this summer. From a highly-anticipated new antique mall in Crestwood to a low-key speakeasy coming to Trussville, read on for who’s opening their doors around Birmingham. Also, join us in saying goodbye (for now) to two local businesses. Openings. 1....
Miss Alabama Volunteer Pageant Concludes with Crowning of New Title Holders At the Oxford Performing Arts Center
Oxford, AL – The Miss Alabama Volunteer Pageant concluded on Saturday night at the Oxford Performing Arts Center, marking a night of elegance, talent, and heartfelt farewells. The event featured swimsuit/fitness portions, evening wear, talent performances, and interviews, culminating in the crowning of the newest title holders. The state wide competition is part of a national […] The post Miss Alabama Volunteer Pageant Concludes with Crowning of New Title Holders At the Oxford Performing Arts Center appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
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