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Belgian basketball teams hitting the court in Trussville next week
TRUSSVILLE, Ala.–Trussville will get a taste of international basketball next Tuesday as players from the Belgium Youth Sports Exchange visit for a night of fast-paced action across two games against American talent. Presented by Trussville Parks & Recreation and Icon Trussville, this will be the fourth time the Belgians...
Gun violence trends in Alabama
Gun violence numbers have dropped nationwide, but are holding steady in Alabama.
Here are the rules for shooting fireworks in North Alabama counties, cities, towns
If you plan to light your own fireworks this July Fourth holiday, you'll need to follow local rules. We've asked for those guidelines from North Alabama counties, cities and towns. If a location is missing, that means leaders have yet to respond to our requests for information. We'll update this list through July 4 as we get more.
Supreme Court refuses to hear bite mark case involving Alabama inmate
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — The U.S. Supreme Court declined Tuesday to review the case of an Alabama man who has spent decades in prison for a murder conviction supported by recanted and discredited testimony about bite marks. Charles M. McCrory was convicted of murder for the 1985 killing of his wife, Julie Bonds, who was […]
Better Business Bureau warns classic car buyers to steer clear of internet scams
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Central and South Alabama is issuing a warning to consumers about a surge in reports of fake classic car and heavy equipment websites scamming individuals. The fraudulent sites are tricking buyers into losing substantial sums of money, with Alabamians falling victim to car dealer scams originating from other states. […] The post Better Business Bureau warns classic car buyers to steer clear of internet scams appeared first on Luverne Journal.
New home construction begins soon for Childersburg residential development
CHILDERSBURG, Ala. – With underground utility infrastructure in place, the new College Park residential development in Childersburg is moving into its next phase, matching buyers to lots and building plans for ground-up construction. The construction phase will begin in July for the first dozen or so of a total...
Chelsea holds second reading for changes to system of government, pay for next City Council
The Chelsea City Council held a second reading for proposed ordinances to change the city’s form of government and make amendments to the salary of its future mayor and city council members during a meeting on Tuesday, July 2. The post Chelsea holds second reading for changes to system of government, pay for next City Council appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Alabama governor gives big money to make money in Jefferson County
DORA, Ala. — A grant released by Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey could bring hundreds of new jobs to the city of Dora. The governor awarded $500,000 for support of new businesses to be built on Interstate 22. Love's Travel Stop and Country Store will be the first to build in the area. That business alone expects to bring 50 new jobs. The money will be spent on the sewer system including two new pump stations. The area, called the Heritage Landing Development, is a 50-acre multi-use commercial space night next to I-22 and Walker County Highway 81.
Ground-breaking set for August 8th in Childersburg for ARC Robotics
CHILDERSBURG, Ala. – A big industrial announcement came during the Childersburg City Council work session prior to the Tuesday, July 2nd regular meeting. ARC Robotics will be breaking ground on a new 17,000 square-foot industrial facility on Plant Road on Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. The company builds, programs, and maintains industrial robotic equipment.
Rain on our parade: Soggy Peach Parade does not dampen peach spirit in Clanton
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor While the skies were unkind to the Peach Parade in Clanton on June 29, that did not dampen the crowd’s spirit to celebrate the county’s peach industry. Hundreds of people lined the streets of downtown Clanton to see the sights and sounds of the 2024 parade. The procession featured […] The post Rain on our parade: Soggy Peach Parade does not dampen peach spirit in Clanton appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Chelsea native becomes D1 softball assistant
Sarah Cespedes has hit the ground running in her new gig. Hired as an assistant softball coach at Samford University on June 24, Cespedes was on the road recruiting last weekend. But she has taken a little time to reflect on the opportunity afforded her, entering the NCAA Division I...
Tow truck driver dies after hitting house in Hueytown
HUEYTOWN, Ala. (WBRC) - A tow truck driver died early Wednesday morning when he left the road and hit a home in Hueytown. The crash happened around 3:20 a.m. in the 200 block of Forest Road. The driver, identified by the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office as 56-year-old Franklin Eugene McMillin,...
St. Clair County Schools looks for solutions to keep Ragland High School open
RAGLAND, Ala. (WIAT) — The fate of Ragland High School for the 2025-2026 school year is currently uncertain, putting students and parents on edge for what the future holds. On the school’s campus, one building houses kindergarten through sixth-grade students while another serves the town’s seventh through twelfth grade. Roughly 380 students are currently enrolled, […]
Jefferson County coroner searching for families of 2 men who recently died
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office is requesting the assistance of the public in locating family members of people who recently died. All efforts to locate the following individual’s families have failed. Anyone with information is asked to contact the coroner’s office at 205-930-3603. Darrell Talton On June 19, Darrell Talton, 48, […]
Alabama Farmers Market prepares for Fourth of July rush
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — It's that time of the season when people are looking for fresh produce ahead of the Fourth of July celebration. The Alabama Farmers Market is already seeing many visitors. These farmers heavily depend on the community for support, as it's how most of them take care of their families. They are taking full advantage of the Fourth of July celebration.
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