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List of fireworks shows and other Independence Day events
There are plenty of events taking place to celebrate Independence Day in our area. Here’s a list of local celebrations. Here are two events happening on Wednesday, July 3:. Enter on Lawrence Street for all events. Clear bag policy and security. OPELIKA. 7:15PM Parachute team at Opelika High School.
Missing man with cerebral palsy last seen in Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Birmingham Police Department is searching for a man who was last seen in the 500 block of 4th Avenue on Monday. Darrell Taylor, 54, is 5’2″ tall, weighs 210 pounds and has brown eyes and black hair. According to police, he has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy and is known […]
Legendary local coach Dafford Smith dies at 88
CULLMAN, Ala. – One of the community’s most respected sports figures, Cullman County Hall of Fame Coach Dafford Smith, died Sunday at the age of 88. Smith spent decades across his coaching career impacting countless lives throughout the community and his legacy still holds firm to this day, most notably in the form of Dafford Smith Stadium, the home field of the Fairview Aggies. After serving as West Point’s varsity football coach from 1973-76, Smith joined Cullman High School’s coaching staff as an assistant on the undefeated 1985 Bearcats team. Just one year later, Smith accepted the position as Fairview’s...
Alabama football, Kalen DeBoer land first tight end in 2025 recruiting class
Four-star class of 2025 tight end Kaleb Edwards has committed to Alabama football, Edwards told On3 on Tuesday. The 6-foot-6, 240-pound prospect out of Oak Ridge High School in El Dorado Hills, California, becomes the first tight end in the 2025 class for the Crimson Tide and coach Kalen DeBoer. The 247Sports Composite has Edwards tabbed as the No. 8 tight end in the class and the No. 14 prospect in California. Nationally, Edwards ranks No. 159...
Tuscaloosa’s Celebration on the River Returns to Amphitheater & Airwaves Thursday
Tuscaloosa will once again celebrate the nation's independence when the Celebration on the River returns to the Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater and local airwaves on Thursday. The annual Fourth of July show will feature fireworks, kids' activities, live music from the Tuscaloosa Symphony orchestra and more at the Amphitheater. As in years...
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, […]
Covenant Cares yard sale raising money to support church member’s surgery
PINSON, Ala.–Covenant Church International is inviting community members to participate in a fundraiser yard sale next week that aims to assist one of its members with medical costs for an upcoming organ transplant. People can either purchase a table for $25 to sell their own items or donate items...
Fyffe star ‘feels pretty awesome’ after attracting offers from top colleges
One might think that a two-time Alabama Sports Writers Association first-team performer as a junior who set a record for the state championship game with 256 yards rushing – while scoring four touchdowns – and averaged 10.8 yards per carry for the season and measures 6-foot-2 and 218 pounds would have college scouts banging down his door.
Elite Louisiana 4-Star safety ‘high’ on Alabama
Blaine Bradford picked up an offer from Alabama towards the end of last month during a visit with the Crimson Tide. Bradford is a product of Catholic High School in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He is considered one of the nation’s top 2026 safety prospects and is a consensus four-star recruit. His offers list now includes some of the best college football programs in the nation including Alabama, LSU, Notre Dame, Oregon and others.
Paul Finebaum Reveals He's 'Worried' About Massive College Football Program
The Alabama Crimson Tide has been the dominant force in college football for almost 20 years, winning six national championships during that time. However, its legendary head coach, Nick Saban, is no longer walking through those doors. The job has been given to former Washington Huskies head coach ...
Eli Gold Hired by Gridiron Radio Network
The Gridiron Radio Network is set to kick off its third season of college football games and the 2024 season will have a major addition in store. The network will have a slate of Saturday games and will also have a 9-game Friday night schedule and those games will be called by legendary college football announcer Eli Gold.
Auburn football K Alex McPherson battling 'health issue,' but expected to play in 2024
ALEXANDER CITY — Redshirt sophomore kicker Alex McPherson, one of Auburn football's most effective players, is dealing with a non-injury-related issue ahead of his third season with the team. "It's a weird issue, and I really don't want to go into that," coach Hugh Freeze said Tuesday at an...
Applications now open for Leadership Chilton 2025
From Brandy Childress | Chilton County Extension Office Are you an ambitious leader who is seeking to enhance your leadership skills and develop your leadership abilities? Then Leadership Chilton County is the program for you. Leadership Chilton is an opportunity for leaders to embark on an eight-month committed journey to learn more about Chilton County. […] The post Applications now open for Leadership Chilton 2025 appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
New Peach Queens crowned in Chilton County
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The Clanton Lions Club crowned four new Peach Queens this week to represent the peach farmers and the county’s most precious resource. The four pageants are a staple of the annual Chilton County Peach Festival every year, and now four new queens will have the chance to represent the […] The post New Peach Queens crowned in Chilton County appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Dangerous heat to last through the week
HUNTSVILLE — As Glenn Frey sang 40 years ago, “The heat is on, oh it’s on the street. The heat is … on.”. And it is on for the next couple days in the Tennessee Valley. In fact, the National Weather Service Huntsville office warns: Dangerous...
West Alabama July Fourth Weather, Rain, Temp & Heat Index Guide
Townsquare Media hopes you enjoy all the summertime festivities surrounding the Independence Day holiday. Our handy West Alabama guide will help you stay informed about the weather, rain chances, temperatures, and heat index values. Holiday Weather, Rain Chance, & Temperature Guide. News, Local News, Alabama News, Weather, Local Weather, Alabama...
First Alert Weather: Increasing storm chances, more heat advisories in effect
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Heat Advisories are in effect for our area and we will continue to see triple digit feels-like temperatures for Independence Day. If we see indications of heat index extremes reaching or topping 110º we will issue a First Alert Weather Day. With the heat and humidity, a few scattered showers and storms will be possible through early evening and again on Thursday. We should see most of the pop-up showers and storms dissipating Thursday evening for Thunder on the Mountain.
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