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Roughly 8,000 Birmingham City School students are unregistered for this school year
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — In exactly a week, Birmingham City School students will return to class. According to the school system, there are about 8,000 students who have yet to be registered. School officials remind parents and guardians that registration support is available at the Lincoln Professional Development Center. The center is open Monday through […]
Midfield High School students give free haircuts and hairstyles
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Cosmetology students at Midfield High School spent part of their summer break getting kids in their community ready for the upcoming school year by giving out free haircuts and hairstyles. The high schoolers performed the services for students from Pre-K to 8th grade. Organizers say this...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 29, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 29, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. unlawful breaking and entering motor vehicle; CR 109. criminal mischief; Hwy. 91. criminal mischief; Hwy. 69S. July 27. burglary; CR 1139. dog bite; CR 594. domestic violence; Hwy. 69N.
Alma Powell, wife of Gen. Colin Powell and Birmingham native, dead at 86
Alma Powell, wife of retired general and former U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell, has died at the age of 86. Her death was confirmed by a family spokesperson. “(Powell) was the grounding force of our family,” the couple’s three children, Michael, Linda and Annemarie, said in a statement provided to CNN.
What Jacksonville State football's Rich Rodriguez said about Ron Wiggins rejoining team
JACKSONVILLE — Jacksonville State football's biggest offseason addition might be one who was on the team last year. During spring practice Jacksonville native Ron Wiggins entered the transfer portal, before rejoining the Gamecocks in the summer. Since the transfer portal opened, he was one of the first player to return to the team after entering the portal. After the first day of fall camp, coach Rich Rodriguez talked about why Wiggins was able to come back to...
Commission hears issues with chert mining
Marshall County Commission held its last meeting for July and discussed topics of engineering, Council on Aging, revenue commission, and appraisal. Two speakers came forward with a problem about chert mining. Cathy Phillips and Kelly Cox spoke to the council about the chert mining operation. Phillips and Cox spoke about...
Look Back ... to the return of RMC's residency program
Jul. 29—July 29, 1949, in The Star: One of the most popular programs on Anniston's local airwaves is a Tuesday night radio play series presented by a YMCA-sponsored group called the Y-Friars. Last Tuesday night the group [shown in a picture on Page 6] produced a play centered primarily on Inspector Darby of Scotland Yard, portrayed by Allen Draper. Scripts for the series have been written by ...
Dillard’s Back to School Fashion Show 2024 at Quintard Mall
Anniston, AL – The Back to School Fashion Show at Dillard’s in Quintard Mall was a vibrant event on Saturday, July 27th, bringing excitement and style to the community. The show, which is part of Dillard’s Kids Day events held three times a year, focused on empowering children by giving them a platform to showcase […] The post Dillard’s Back to School Fashion Show 2024 at Quintard Mall appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Anniston’s Wacky Wednesday: A Free Fun-Filled Event at Zinn Park
Anniston, AL – Main Street Anniston is excited to announce the return of its beloved Wacky Wednesday event, promising a day packed with fun and entertainment for families in the community. Held at Zinn Park (101 W. 14th St), this weekly event will take place from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, offering a wide range […] The post Anniston’s Wacky Wednesday: A Free Fun-Filled Event at Zinn Park appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
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...
Hank Brown vs. Holden Geriner among notable Auburn position battles to watch at fall camp
AUBURN — Congratulations, Auburn football fans. You've essentially made it. The offseason is all but over, and the Tigers will open preseason practices Thursday in preparation for their season opener against Alabama A&M in 33 days. Vibes are high around the program — landing five new commitments at Big Cat Weekend on Saturday will do that — but attention will soon shift from the success on the recruiting trail to the results on the field. ...
TempForce Hosts Free Job Fair and School Supplies Giveaway in Anniston
Anniston, AL – Residents of Anniston and surrounding areas have a fantastic opportunity to secure employment and gear up for the upcoming school year at a free event hosted by TempForce. Located at 206 East 6th St, Anniston, AL 36207, TempForce is holding a job fair from July 22nd to August 2nd, where hundreds of […] The post TempForce Hosts Free Job Fair and School Supplies Giveaway in Anniston appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Here are the athletes with Alabama ties who will be competing for the gold in the Paris Olympics
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — On Friday, over 10,000 athletes from around the world will sail down the Seine in Paris, each with the goal of bringing home a gold medal for their country in the Olympic games. Here is a running list of those from Alabama or with ties...
Restaurants at Birmingham Zoo reopen after mom finds rodent droppings in daughter's lunch
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The kitchens at the Birmingham Zoo are back open for business after a guest shared photos of rodent droppings in her child's meal on social media last week. On Friday, Birmingham-area mother Katie Jeter took to Facebook to voice her concerns after what looked to be...
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