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Scottsboro attorney, former judge celebrates 98th birthday and 75 years of service
SCOTTSBORO, Ala. (WAFF) - An attorney in Scottsboro celebrated two milestones Wednesday afternoon. The Honorable Judge Jack Livingston was surrounded by family, friends and colleagues as he marked his 98th birthday and 75 years of service in the legal field. ”I feel pretty good, I feel extraordinarily good about being...
Let there be light … again: Huntsville’s ‘Light up the Night’ returns after postponement
HUNTSVILLE — After rainy conditions forced Huntsville Parks and Recreation to postpone the much-anticipated annual “Light up the Night” event last month, organizers quickly rescheduled the event. The event will be Friday at Big Spring Park from 6-9 p.m. “We were saddened that soggy ground conditions forced...
Calhoun County Economic Development Council works to help former Lee Brass employees
ANNISTON, Ala. (WIAT) — Lee Brass, an over 100-year-old company in Anniston, has closed its doors. No details about what led to the closure have been announced. Don Hopper, the Executive Director of the Calhoun County Economic Development Council, calls the closure of the Lee Brass Manufacturing plant shocking. He says the decision has left […]
Homewood priest who built $4.5-million Russellville church takes a break
Sometimes, a hard-working priest just needs a break. The Rev. Vincent Bresowar, a 1998 graduate of Homewood High School who attended Auburn University then spent three years in the Air Force and worked at UAB as a medical technician before going to seminary, will be taking a sabbatical. It comes...
Josh Pate projects Alabama's record and Playoff chances ahead of 2024 campaign
Such is the case every year, but especially in 2024, all eyes will be on the Alabama Crimson Tide as they transition from legendary head coach Nick Saban to Kalen DeBoer. Replacing a coach like Saban is almost impossible, but so far it seems like DeBoer is the man for the job.
First Take Host Stephen A. Smith names biggest threat to Georgia
ESPN’s First Take host Stephen A. Smith named Alabama the biggest threat to Georgia this football season. Smith was adamant about the Crimson Tide threatening the Bulldogs despite Nick Saban departing from Alabama and Kalen DeBoer taking over on Wednesday’s episode of the show. “Alabama,” Smith said to...
1 dead following incident at Rusken Packaging
CULLMAN, Ala. – One person died at Rusken Packaging early Wednesday evening. Just before 5, calls went out to dispatch regarding a possible medical emergency at the facility, located at 64 Walnut St. NW, in the city of Cullman. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick confirmed to The Tribune the...
CFB expert claims No. 5 ranked Crimson Tide are overrated after AP Poll release
While Nick Saban was head coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide they were the most constant thing in college football. No matter the roster turnover or change at coordinators, you always knew you were getting a top-five squad in America. As Kalen DeBoer enters his first year as the head...
Former Alabama RB no longer joining Crimson Tide Sports Network as sideline reporter
Damien Harris is no longer joining the Crimson Tide Sports Network as a sideline reporter, per Chris Stewart during an appearance on WNSP’s “The Opening Kickoff.”. Harris retired from the NFL at the age of 27 in March after five years in the league. He was announced as the new sideline reporter for the Crimson Tide Sports Network’s Alabama football broadcast last week.
Jalen Milroe's Touching Encounter With Young Alabama Fan Warms Hearts
Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe is and has been a fantastic ambassador for the game of college football, and he continues to lead by example for the Crimson Tide after a touching encounter with a young Alabama fan at an autograph signing. Milroe took the time to chat with the young boy, who ...
Racist graffiti, banner spark response
Aug. 14—A banner from a white supremacist group hung Sunday at the Alabama 20 overpass stirred anger among Decatur residents and City Council members while sparking criticism of the city's lack of response. The banner on the overpass in Decatur-annexed Limestone County said, "White men built this city, white men will save this city." The banner included a link to a white supremacist group's ...
Midday Nowcast: Moderate Drought Continues, but Some Storms are on the Way
Mainly sunny and hot today with highs in the low to mid 90s. We continue to see moisture levels rise today and we will mention the risk of an isolated showers or storms during the afternoon and evening hours, but these will be few and far between. We fully expect most locations to remain dry today.
Norfolk Southern plans $200M rail expansion
Norfolk Southern plans to invest $200 million in 2025 to expand capacity on a key rail line that connects north and central Alabama to Mobile and beyond, the company and state announced. The project will accommodate economic growth in the Southeast. The 3B Corridor connects to the Port of Mobile,...
Damaging Wind Threat Across Alabama Kicks Off the Weekend
A series of weather systems will impact the region, bringing thunderstorms from Friday afternoon into Saturday. The National Weather Service in Birmingham said, "While large hail is possible, damaging winds will be the main threat with each storm.”. A marginal risk is in place from the Storm Prediction Center for...
Alabama Impact Days: be ready for some intense summer storms on Friday and Saturday
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — IMPACT WEATHER: HEAT AND STORMS. Friday and Saturday are designated as Impact Days for North and Central Alabama. "Impact Weather" refers to conditions that may necessitate changes to your usual routine. This week will be particularly notable for the intense heat and the slight risk of quick-hitting thunderstorms.
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