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Paul Bryant football needs new head coach after John McKenzie returns to Mobile area
Paul Bryant High School football is in search of a new coach less than a month before the start of the 2024 season, athletic director Malcom Gross confirmed to The Tuscaloosa News. On Wednesday, the Mobile County Board of Commissioners approved John McKenzie as Vigor's new head coach. McKenzie came to Paul Bryant in 2023, leading the Stampede to a 3-7 mark last season and a sixth-place finish in 6A, Region 4. ...
GloRilla, Boosie and more to perform at HBCU homecoming
GloRilla will show up at an Alabama HBCU homecoming for the second year in a row. See where and who will be joining her. The post GloRilla, Boosie and more to perform at HBCU homecoming appeared first on HBCU Gameday.
Crime Stoppers holds annual luncheon, selects Representative Allen Treadaway as ‘Crime Stopper of the Year’
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - On Wednesday, law enforcement officers and deputies from across central Alabama gathered to celebrate Metro Alabama Crime Stopper’s success over the last year. Chairman Frank Barefield says the organization is on a record pace when it comes to tips and financial awards. In just the...
Free school supply drive in Athens for local families
Limestone County Churches Involved, Inc. is hosting a school supply drive in Athens for families in the school system. Details on location, date and time are listed below. For this particular drive in Athens, go to First United Methodist’s Youth Center at 203 North Jefferson St. This organization requests that attendees please bring a proof of residency via utility bill, ID or lease in order to verify identity.
Hartselle attorney warns of social media misuse among youths
Parents and educators need to learn about dangers their child may be facing when using a growing number of social networking apps, according to a Hartselle attorney who practices juvenile law. Patrick Caver spoke at an Alabama Education Association District 5 meeting at Cook Museum of Natural Science recently. He...
'We won't have to close our doors': Meal Barrel Project nonprofit finds new home
COLBERT CO., Ala. (WAFF) - The Meal Barrel Project will be setting up in an old school where they will continue their work to feed thousands of people in Northwest Alabama. The Meal Barrell has a new home at the old Cherokee Middle School after the City of Sheffield decided not to renew its lease.
Diners Flocking to Northport’s Now-Open Lost Pizza Co.
Diners are showing up in droves to support a new pizzeria that opened this week about a year after a local favorite, Mr. Bill's Southern Diner, permanently closed in the same space. Mr. Bills closed last July, and two months later, former Northport politician Jeff Hogg announced that Mississippi's Lost...
NEW: Crestwood Pickers opening with 300+ vendors on July 27
The wait is over. The grand opening for Crestwood Pickers is Saturday, July 27 at 10:00AM. The new store is located in the former Burlington Coat Factory location at 7001 Suite 900, Crestwood Blvd. Birmingham, 35210 in the Crestwood Festival Shopping Center. The new “Pickers” location is the fourth in...
Inside the new Carver Jones Market Fairfield, opening July 31 [Photos]
Last week, Bham Now reported that a new grocery store—the Carver Jones Market Fairfield—was coming soon to western Jefferson County. We stopped by the new market for an inside look before its grand opening on Wednesday, July 31. Fairfield residents need affordable groceries and fresh produce. Located in...
Back-to-school bash gets Tuscaloosa students ready for the classroom
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - With the start of the school year just a couple of weeks away, several groups in west Alabama joined together fora back-to-school kickoff event. They wanted to prepare students and their families for a successful school year. Folks came early and didn’t leave empty handed. Over...
1 killed, 1 seriously injured in early morning crash in Trussville
TRUSSVILLE, Ala. (WBRC) - One person was killed, and another was seriously injured in a two-vehicle collision in Trussville early Thursday morning, according to the Trussville Police Department. The accident happened around 6:05 a.m. in the 5900 block of Deerfoot Parkway. Trussville Police say two vehicles were involved in the...
Hillside Ninety-One hosting family friendly Summer Vendor Market Aug. 3
CULLMAN, Ala. – Hillside Ninety-One is set to host its Summer Vendor Market on Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Located at 8989 Alabama Highway 91 in Hanceville, this family friendly event promises a fun-filled day packed full with a wide range of vendor goods with something for everyone. Entry to the event is free.
Grande Opening: Valle Grande opens doors at Clanton restaurant
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Just over a year after plans were announced to bring Valle Grande Mexican Grill to Clanton, the restaurant opened its doors on July 24 to the community. Hours of work by Sergio and Luis Sanchez and others went into the Wright Building at 405 U.S Highway 31 to produce […] The post Grande Opening: Valle Grande opens doors at Clanton restaurant appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Jalen Milroe Says Nick Saban Leaving Alabama Was A Good Thing
Jalen Milroe appeared on CBS Mornings Thursday to talk about his fourth season at Alabama. The redshirt junior is helping lead the Crimson Tide into a new era. Legendary coach Nick Saban is gone, surprising the sports world with a retirement announcement after last year’s trip to the College Football Playoff. Kalen DeBoer hopes to fill […] The post Jalen Milroe Says Nick Saban Leaving Alabama Was A Good Thing appeared first on BroBible.
The Jasper Career Center will be Hosting a Multiple Employer Staffing Agencies Job Fair
The Jasper Career Center will be Hosting a Multiple Employer Staffing Agencies Job Fair. Jasper – The Jasper Career Center is hosting a Multiple Employer Staffing Agencies Job Fair in the Walker/Jefferson/Winston/Cullman County Area. Some Employers to attend include Personnel Staffing Inc., Surge Staffing, Quality Staffing Solution Inc, Aerotek, Elwood Staffing and Rockstar Personnel. Agencies will be placing multiple positions which include Welders, Manufacturing, Production, Electricians, Warehouse Workers, Carpenters, Receptionists, Delivery Drivers, Managers and many more!
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