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Friends and family gather in Bessemer to honor Keke Jabbar
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Friends and family gathered Saturday to honor a Huntsville television star this afternoon in Bessemer. KeKe Jabbar, who starred in the show “Love and Marriage: Huntsville”, passed away at the age of 42 this week. Her loved ones and high school classmates held a...
Alabama kicker commit Peter Notaro wants to be held to the Alabama standard
Peter Notaro announced a verbal commitment to Alabama football on last week, and he is excited to take on the challenge of dawning the crimson and white. Notaro is considered the Nation’s No. 4 kicker, according to Kohl’s Kicking. The rising senior currently attends North Allegany High School in Pennsylvania.
‘Love & Marriage: Huntsville’ Star Keke Jabbar’s Sudden Death: More Details Emerge
A reported close friend of reality star Keke Jabbar, who appeared on the OWN series Love & Marriage: Huntsville, is giving insight into what she says led to her death. Reports surfaced on July 1 that Jabbar died at the age of 42. As Deadline reports, YouTuber JoAnn Jenkins, who featured Jabbar on her live… Continue reading ‘Love & Marriage: Huntsville’ Star Keke Jabbar’s Sudden Death: More Details Emerge
‘Loving and understanding’: Non-profit helping women overcome addiction breaks ground on new facility
The non-profit organization broke ground on a new graduate home Saturday for those who complete its nine-month program, providing them more time to get back on their feet.
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.
Hot with a mix of sun and clouds for Sunday
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - For today, a mix of sun and clouds with temps in the low to mid 90s. A slight chance of a shower or thunderstorm during the afternoon. Tonight, it will be partly cloudy with overnight low temps in the low to mid 70s. Monday, the next chance for rain with scattered showers and thunderstorms. Another hot day with increasing humidity. High temps in the mid-90s. Monday night, a slight chance of a thunderstorm. Mid-70s.
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.
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...
Jacksonville’s 7 Brew Coffee Celebrates First Official “7 Brew Day” with Donation to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and Buy One, Get One Free Promotion
Jacksonville, AL – 7 Brew Coffee is set to celebrate the first official “7 Brew Day” on July 7th, marking the occasion with a significant charitable contribution and special promotions for customers. As part of the celebration, 7 Brew will donate $25,000 to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (CMNH), officially announcing an ongoing partnership between the […] The post Jacksonville’s 7 Brew Coffee Celebrates First Official “7 Brew Day” with Donation to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and Buy One, Get One Free Promotion appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Former Alabama QB details ‘disappointing’ win total for Kalen DeBoer in year 1
Greg McElroy recently shared what he feels will be a ‘disappointing’ win total for Kalen DeBoer in year one at Alabama. DeBoer and the Crimson Tide have one of the toughest schedules in college football in 2024. The former Alabama quarterback feels his alma mater needs to win or be close to winning double-digit games.
Alabama Football: The worst four coaches of all time
Nick Saban and Bear Bryant are definitely not amongst the worst coaches in Alabama history, but the best ones. Saban had a record of 206-29 for the Tide in 17 seasons, while Bryant had a record of 232-46-9 in 25 seasons. Other than these two however, the Crimson Tide like...
Iconic waterfall at Spring Park in Tuscumbia in need of repair
TUSCUMBIA, Ala. (WAFF) - The waterfall at Spring Park in Tuscumbia is silent. Two pumps that push water up the rocks have failed and now city leaders are debating the next move. The pumps were actually just repaired recently, but we’re told they only functioned for about 10 hours before...
Shelby County Chamber, Discover Shelby to host interactive workshop
Discover Shelby and The Shelby County Chamber are partnering to bring a hands-on and interactive workshop offering management and staffers in the tourism and recreation sectors a complimentary two-day training experience on Wednesday, July 31 and Thursday, August 1. The certified training is presented by the University of Alabama’s Center for Economic Development. The post Shelby County Chamber, Discover Shelby to host interactive workshop appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Cole Cubelic Drops Blunt Admission on Jalen Milroe For 2024 College Football Season
Jalen Milroe is tasked with more responsibility in the 2024 college football season. The Alabama quarterback will be asked to take his game to another level in head coach Kalen DeBoer's offense. For the offense to run effectively, one analyst believes he needs to bring more ...
Authorities in Talladega asking for help in locating missing 80-year-old
TALLADEGA, Ala. (WBRC) - UPDATE: ALEA has cancelled the search. Talladega Police is asking for your help in locating 80-year-old Larry Sims. Authorities say Sims is a white male that may be living with a condition that could impair his judgement. He was last seen July 7 at 8:15 a.m. in he area of Roundabout Rd. in Talladega and is believed to be traveling in a 2014 white Ford-F150.
No Auburn Jesus Needed for Thompson’s 1st PGA Tour Win
Davis Thompson is a PGA Tour winner. And if we write it here, you know he’s a Dawg. Joining the likes of Bubba Watson, Hudson Swafford, Kevin Kisner, Chris Kirk, Harris English, Russell Henley, Brian Harman, Keith Mitchell, Sepp Straka, and Brendon Todd, Thompson is now a former University of Georgia Bulldog golfer, coached by current men’s UGA golf coach Chris Haack, winning on the PGA Tour.
Athletes compete at the 2024 Transplant Games in Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The 2024 Transplant Games kicked off with excitement and continue to inspire folks who've gathered in Birmingham to take part. The games feature athletes whose lives were changed by organ donations or transplants, competing against each other at a national level. The events include swimming, a...
Calhoun County Blue Line Foundation Hosts Smoke Eaters Chili Challenge at The Kress
Anniston, AL – Get ready for a sizzling showdown at The Kress on 1108 Noble Street as the Calhoun County Blue Line Foundation presents the Smoke Eaters Chili Challenge on July 13, 2024, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. This exciting event serves as a fundraiser for the Weaver Fire Department, bringing together the community […] The post Calhoun County Blue Line Foundation Hosts Smoke Eaters Chili Challenge at The Kress appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
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