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Leeds to bring sports park, hotels and retail near Buc-ee’s + The Shops of Grand River
The City of Leeds has approved an agreement to develop a regional sports park, hotel and retail off Exit 140 on I-20 near The Shops of Grand River Outlet Mall and Buc-ee’s. “I’m happy to report something that’s happened in the City of Leeds that’s going to change the face of Leeds.
Points in the Paint: 2025 Alabama Basketball Schedule Breakdown and Analysis — The Big Boys
Now that the University of Alabama basketball schedule has been finalized, we’re taking a look at the nonconference slate in depth. Last week, we covered the midmajors (you can find that here). Today, we’ll look at the big boys on the Tide’s schedule: They are numerous and nasty.
Cullman police and fire departments gear up for Rock the South
CULLMAN, Ala. – Officers of the Cullman Police Department, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Fire Rescue met Tuesday afternoon and again on Wednesday to finalize plans for Rock the South 2024. The event will draw together resources of the three agencies along with Cullman EMS, Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (State Troopers), multiple volunteer fire departments from across the county, Guntersville Police Department and the sheriff’s offices of Jackson, Madison, Marshall and Morgan counties.
Angel’s Island Coffee serving the Huntsville community
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (TENNESSEE VALLEY LIVING) - After working at a coffee shop in Fiji for 11 years, Angel Hussain was inspired to open her own back in the States. Angel’s Island Coffee is a staple here in Huntsville. When she first started, she intended to become one of the best local coffee shops because of her love for the community. She says that she loves the community of local coffee shops. For her, it’s like one big family.
First-edition copy of ‘Ulysses’ one of hundreds of books from Birmingham-Southern College up for auction
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Nearly 1,000 books, maps and atlases that were previously the property of Birmingham-Southern College will soon go up for auction, including a rare copy of one of the greatest novels in the English language. From July 31 to Aug. 1, Grant Zahajko Auction will host an auction including hundreds of rare […]
Despite recent rain drought conditions worsen
Despite some recent rain, there are areas of the Tennessee Valley that are now experiencing extreme drought conditions. The good news is that over the next several days, there will be plenty of opportunities for rain. The Thursday drought monitor brought extreme drought conditions to parts of Limestone, Madison, Lauderdale...
Local Teen Selling Peaches for Family Friend Fighting Pancreatic Cancer
On Wednesday morning, WEIS Radio welcomed Molly Jordan and her son Will into the studio to discuss a big, annual event, which is just around the corner: the annual celebration of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) and the 30th anniversary of the local chapter!. AND, during that conversation with...
Clip of Ole Miss student making racist gestures at Black woman played at RNC sparks backlash
A video played at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee on Wednesday evening included a clip of a white University of Mississippi student making monkey gestures at a Black woman on campus earlier this year. The video, meant to praise anti-“woke” college students, used a clip from early May in which pro-Palestinian demonstrators — protesting…
Woman and 4 young children killed in shooting at Bibb County home, suspect in custody
WEST BLOCTON, Ala. — A man is in custody after his wife and four young children were killed at a West Blocton home Thursday night, according to the Bibb County sheriff. A 911 call came in around 8 p.m. about a shooting in the 1000 block of Green Tree Drive.
Woman, 4 children killed in Bibb County shooting
BIBB COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — A man is under arrest after a woman and four children were shot to death in Bibb County Thursday night. Bibb County Sheriff Jody Wade said the shooting happened in the area of Greentree Drive in West Blocton roughly around 10:00 p.m. Investigators with the sheriff’s office said 32-year-old Brandon […]
Quinn Ewers explains how 2023 road win at Alabama prepared Texas for joining SEC in 2024
Entering the SEC on a high note after going 12-2 last season with their best record in a decade and a half. However, with one of those dozen being a victory in Tuscaloosa, the Longhorns are now very confident about making their transition into their new league. Quinn Ewers remembered...
Authorities working to clean up Valley Creek after hundreds of gallons of material entered creek
BESSEMER, Ala. (WBRC) - Officials with Birmingham Hide & Tallow Company, Inc. (BHT ReSources) say they encountered an incident last Sunday involving one of their anaerobic ponds. According to BHT, approximately 800-1,000 gallons of material entered Valley Creek. Officials say that upon identifying the situation, relevant authorities were informed. “BHT...
Waste spill near Birmingham floods creek with grease, animal fat
A spill at the BHT Resources facility in Bessemer has released an undisclosed volume of grease and animal fat material into Valley Creek, a Black Warrior River tributary. Black Warrior Riverkeeper Nelson Brooke said it appears that spills occurred at two wastewater ponds in a wooded area near the facility.
Alabama DB Malachi Moore compares new teammate to former Tide fan-favorite
Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Malachi Moore spoke with the media at SEC media days on Tuesday morning. Moore had high praise for incoming transfer and wide receiver Germie Bernard. “Germie Bernard reminds me of John Metchie when he was here, the way he runs routes and stems and has...
DeBoer takes reins at ‘Bama; Florida’s Napier addresses schedule
DALLAS – Rich Clark, executive director of the College Football Playoff, began day three of the Southeastern Conference’s Media Days on Wednesday at The Omni in Dallas, described by one writer in her work this week as “sprawling.”. Clark, a former General Officer of the U.S. Air...
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