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‘Chirding’ at Sportsman Lake: Third Sunday birding and worship event Sept. 15
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Sunday, Sept. 15, at 3 p.m., Sportsman Lake Park will host the Third Sunday Bird Sunday event, located at the SongBird stage (the old bandstand) and pavilion No. 6. This unique event, combining church and birdwatching, known as “chirding,” was originally developed in Cullman. The concept of chirding was born out of a desire to connect people with both faith and nature. Ben Johnson, bird gardening enthusiast and member of Alabama Master Gardeners and Alabama Audubon shared the origin of the concept, “The term chirding, and the concept of putting birds and church together was something that...
Gulf Coast Veterans voice support for embattled Alabama VA Commissioner
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Veterans around the Gulf Coast say they’re backing the head of the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs as Alabama Governor Kay Ivey tries to oust him. This past week Ivey asked retired Rear Admiral Kent Davis to resign, alleging Davis mismanaged grant funding. Davis refused to step down, saying he did […]
Tennessee teen faces charges after five-county pursuit in Alabama
A Tennessee teenager faces a felony charge after a pursuit with law enforcement Saturday morning that began near Gadsden and ended in Tuscaloosa County, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. The driver took troopers on a chase that covered five counties and involved several other law enforcement agencies. The pursuit began around 7:30...
ACA to add artist workspaces, library to recently purchased downtown Decatur building
Sep. 7—The Alabama Center for the Arts Foundation has purchased a downtown Decatur building that is slated to open in the spring semester with features that include workstations for student artists, an art library and a fitness center. The cost of purchasing the building at 216 Johnston St. S.E. and remodeling it will total $1.1 million to $1.2 million, foundation Chairman Clint Shelton said, ...
AHSAA Announces Executive Staff Changes Under New Leadership of Heath Harmon
Montgomery, AL – The Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) has announced key changes to its executive staff, including two new hires from the Oxford City School System and a reassignment within the organization. In a recent press release, the AHSAA revealed that Brian McRae, principal of C.E. Hanna Elementary School in Oxford, has been appointed […] The post AHSAA Announces Executive Staff Changes Under New Leadership of Heath Harmon appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Gulf tropical system could bring Alabama some much needed rain
A tropical disturbance in the Gulf of Mexico could bring some beneficial rain to parts of Alabama later this week -- and hopefully nothing else. The National Hurricane Center said the system, which was in the southwestern Gulf on Sunday, could organize into a tropical storm in the next few days and slowly move northward.
Severe Thunderstorms Developing Across Parts of Coastal Louisiana & Florida
Severe Storms Slowly Heading Ashore With Waterspout Risk. Good afternoon everyone. As stated in this morning's article, we needed to watch coastal areas of the Gulf of Mexico across parts of Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida today for embedded severe weather with this tropical energy.
Alabama congressional district redrawn to better represent Black voters sparks competitive race
TUSKEGEE, Ala. (AP) — On opposite sides of the courthouse square in Tuskegee, Alabama — a place steeped in African American history, including the city’s namesake university and World War II airmen — two opposing congressional candidates recently greeted families gathered at a county festival. Democrat Shomari Figures, who worked in the Obama White House […]
Mostly Dry For Now, But Watching The Gulf Closely!
Sunday is starting out fabulous with temps in the 60s and dewpoints down into the 50s, definitely a taste of Fall is in the air. We’ll some clouds around today with a stray shower possible late, but most of you will stay dry with highs in the mid 80s. Monday through most of Wednesday we […]
Orr: Decatur will get $4 million for additional bridge study 'one way or another'
Sep. 7—A $4 million infusion planned by the state Legislature should help Decatur move forward on a feasibility study for a new Tennessee River bridge, state Sen. Arthur Orr said of a second study that's needed before federal authorization and construction funding are possible. Orr, R-Decatur, also spoke on school safety and mental health at a 2024 legislative review presented to the Kiwanis ...
Floridians are among those having the hardest time paying for everyday expenses, new poll shows
SEATTLE - Even though inflation is down to the peak experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic, about 37% of American adults find themselves in a somewhat difficult position to pay for typical everyday expenses. That number is higher among Florida adults, with 41.8% having a harder time making ends meet. According...
Alabama Beaches Tourism Report Shows Strong Growth in 2024
New Lodging Boosts Tourism Revenue on Alabama’s Beaches. Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – Business and industry leaders in Baldwin County gathered at the Orange Beach Event Center for an update on tourism in the area. Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism (GSOBT) hosted the event as part of the Chamber’s First Friday Forum, unveiling new branding and tourism numbers.
Alabama Farmers Federation Heritage Cooking Contest Winners
Montgomery, AL – Laughter, cheer, and the aroma of fresh fruit filled the air at the Alabama Farmers Federation home office on September 5, as the organization hosted its annual Heritage Cooking Contest. The competition featured 25 non-congealed fruit salad recipes from across the state, with Tuscaloosa County’s Cindy Landers taking first place for her […] The post Alabama Farmers Federation Heritage Cooking Contest Winners appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
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