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New lights coming to city sports fields
The Tallassee City Council has been talking about lights for the city’s sports fields for months. At its Tuesday meeting the council approved installing new LED lighting from Musco. It is similar to the lighting being installed at the new 17 Springs sports complex in Millbrook. New lights will...
Olympic gymnast Suni Lee is making a comeback after her battle with an incurable kidney disease
Sunisa "Suni" Lee captured the gold medal in the all-around competition at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics — and she's officially headed to Paris 2024 for a second Olympic run. The 21-year-old who also competes at the NCAA Division I level for Auburn University finished second at the Olympic trials on June 30, solidifying her spot on Team USA along with Simone Biles, Jade Carey, Jordan Chiles and Hezly Rivera.
Anniston Parks and Recreation Hosts Summer Cheer Camp at Aquatic & Fitness Center
Anniston, AL – The Anniston Parks and Recreation Department is excited to announce its Summer Cheer Camp, taking place on Saturday, July 13th, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Anniston Aquatic & Fitness Center. Under the enthusiastic guidance of Coach Tie, participants can look forward to a morning filled with high-energy cheer activities […] The post Anniston Parks and Recreation Hosts Summer Cheer Camp at Aquatic & Fitness Center appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Bates earns degree with senior honors award from Auburn
A Straughn High School graduate was among students recognized for outstanding scholarship, mental attitude, and leadership qualities during Auburn University’s Honors College Eagles of Excellence program on Friday, May 3. A 2020 SHS alumna, Bates was named the Edgar C. Gentle III Honors Award recipient. She received a bachelor’s degree in Animal Sciences Pre-Vet in […] The post Bates earns degree with senior honors award from Auburn appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
New recovery house opens in Somerville
WAAY 31's Jillian Kay covers the opening of a new recovery house for women in Somerville. 'I found people that really love me and understand me': Somerville nonprofit opens recovery house. Experts say addiction can be isolating, but a local nonprofit is giving women who struggle with substance abuse a...
Fiddlers’ concert series features Chris Jones & The Night Drivers, salute to Delmore Brothers
ATHENS – The Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series continues next month with a concert with a performance by Chris Jones & the Night Drivers. The concert will be 7 p.m. July 23 at Athens State University in McCandless Hall and will include an educational component regarding the history and impact of the Delmore Brothers.
Auburn lands commitment from OL Jacobe Ward
Auburn was the leader for Jacobe Ward in the spring. Auburn was the leader for Ward in the summer. And now Auburn holds a commitment from Ward, as the 3-star interior offensive lineman chose the Tigers over Tennessee and LSU. Listed at 6-foot-4 and 335 pounds, Ward is ranked in...
Lanett’s Nanette: Lanett High School welcomes new principal
Lanett High School is welcoming Nanette Cullwell, a homegrown principal, for the 2024-2025 school year. Lanett City Schools recently announced that Lanett High School will be welcoming a new face to the role of principal this summer. Cullwell, the school’s former vice principal, has taken the new position in stride. In addition to her four […] The post Lanett’s Nanette: Lanett High School welcomes new principal appeared first on Valley Times-News.
Birmingham-Southern’s archives finds new home at the library
Years ago, Birmingham-Southern College professor emeritus Guy Hubbs was working in the campus library, spending some of his day with the North Alabama Methodist Conference archives. That’s when he came across boxes and boxes of documents and books on a shelf. That’s where the college’s archives were stored....
Pine Level’s heart beats red, white and blue at inaugural Independence Day Celebration
The town of Pine Level made history Saturday morning with their first ever Independence Day parade and celebration off of County Road 107. The fun continues tonight at 8:30 p.m. when Boones Chapel Church will host a spectacular fireworks show. “This is just an amazing day for the community. I’m...
Spoiled sandwiches, ‘fuzzy white residue’ and ‘green buildup’: Madison County’s worst rated restaurants
Five Madison County eating establishments scored 84 or below on their health department inspections in June -- the threshold that triggers a reinspection within 60 days. “Residue” and “buildup” that was described as “fuzzy” was a problem at several of the county’s worst offenders in June.
Boil water notice issued in Zip City community
FLORENCE, Ala. (WAFF) - A boil water notice has been issued for some customers in the Zip City community on Saturday afternoon. According to officials, Chisholm Heights Water Authority customers in the Zip City area are under a boil water notice, per the Alabama Department of Environmental Management. Chisholm Heights...
Huntsville local legends releasing debut album 40 years after recording it
The old tapes were in a box in his closet. Recordings Wyatt Akins made playing bass with his band Dead Pigeons in 1984 back when he was a teenager attending Lee High School. Forty years later, Dead Pigeons’ lone studio album is being released, with demos from that era included as bonus tracks on a vinyl record.
Fundraiser set July 13 for Cody Sloan who is battling cancer
Cody Sloan of Autauga County is not yet 30, but he is facing one of the biggest battles of his life. After a recent cancer diagnosis, the young man’s friends, family and even perfect strangers are coming together for an event Saturday, July 13, to raise funds for his medical expenses.
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