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How you can help give a beloved Hoover mall walker a proper burial
An effort is underway to raise money to pay for the burial of Ron Freeze, who was seen by many over the years walking through the Riverchase Galleria and libraries. Freeze died at on Aug. 26 at UAB Hospital. He was 81. When he died, the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office...
Gas Prices: See how North Alabama compares this week
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Gas prices continue to remain lower than last year’s averages, according to AAA. The national average for regular gasoline is currently $3.27 per gallon, with mid-grade at $3.74 and premium at $4.09. In Alabama, drivers are paying an average of $2.85 for regular, $3.27 for...
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.
National Association for College Admission Counseling to host free college fair
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A free college fair will be held at the Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex on Sept. 8. From 1- 8 p.m., the National Association for College Admission Counseling is inviting students, parents and counselors to the NACAC National College Fair. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet with college admission representatives, talk […]
Pass It On Sports: Oxford’s New Hub for Quality Used Sporting Goods
Oxford, AL – Pass It On Sports, a new sporting goods store in Oxford, is quickly making its mark as a key player in the local sports community. Opened just a month ago, the store has already exceeded owner Trevor Knight’s initial expectations and garnered positive feedback from the community. The concept for Pass It […] The post Pass It On Sports: Oxford’s New Hub for Quality Used Sporting Goods appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
2025 Mr. Basketball contender commits to Jacksonville State
One of the top basketball talents in the state is staying home. Central-Phenix City standout Jacoby Hill has committed to Jacksonville State, he announced Saturday morning. Last season as a junior, Hill averaged 23.2 points, 6 rebounds and 5.5 assists, also adding on 54 blocks and 84 steals for the Red Devils.
Limits of Alabama's permitless concealed carry law challenged by Montgomery mayor
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — The mayor of Alabama’s state capital signed a local ordinance into law on Friday requiring anyone carrying a concealed firearm to also carry a photo ID, saying Republican lawmakers' decision to toss permit requirements for concealed guns had hindered police officers' abilities to fight crime and seize illegal guns.
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