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46-year-old man missing since he failed to board Greyhound bus in Birmingham on Fourth of July
Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating a man missing in Birmingham for more than two weeks. Cedric Williams, 46, has not been seen since July 3. On that Wednesday, according to Birmingham police, Williams boarded a Greyhound bus in Arkansas traveling to Louisiana with a stop in Birmingham.
Birmingham Police finding success removing suspected criminals and guns from the streets during Operation Knight Rider
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - We’re getting an update on a Birmingham Police operation that was designed to crack down on exhibition driving in the Magic City. Birmingham Police say since the operation began back in April, they have towed 57 cars - 10 of those vehicles were stolen. The...
‘It’s a complete nightmare’: Deundray Cottrell’s loved ones mourn as killing remains unsolved
DeEric Williams tried to fight back tears as he talked about his longtime partner – Deundray Cottrell – who was killed two weeks ago today. The 31-year-old Cottrell, a Woodlawn High School graduate and doctoral student, vanished while celebrating the Fourth of July with family in East Lake.
Hueytown awarded 400K to develop new West Rock Mountain Preserve trail system
Hueytown’s new West Rock Mountain Preserve is one step closer to becoming an outdoor paradise for hikers and cyclists. Earlier this week, Governor Kay Ivey awarded the West Jefferson County town a $400,000 grant from the Federal Highway Administration’s Recreational Trails Program to begin working on creating a trail system at the 330-acre preserve.
Heavy police presence reported in the area of Walmart on Pepperell Parkway
OPELIKA, Ala. (WTVM) - The Opelika Police Department is searching for a suspect who is wanted for a felony shooting charge in the area of Walmart. Officials have confirmed that the suspect was not in the Walmart, located on Pepperell Parkway, and officials are continuing to patrol the area. The...
Huntsville lawyer discusses social media rights amid controversy online from Trump assassination posts
Huntsville lawyer Nick Lough said, "We do not have the absolute right to say whatever we want, whenever we want, to whoever we want, with whatever we may say if it's a threat or something along those lines.”. As Lough said, before you take to social media, it's important to...
Breaking: Mass Shooting in West Blocton
Multiple people reportedly have been shot in northwestern Bibb County. According to Sheriff Jody Wade the incident took place around 10:00pm Thursday night in the Greentree Drive area of West Blocton. A nearby resident told news partner ABC3340 that the residence is normally very quiet and as far as he...
Gulf Coast region gas prices rose from last week: See how much here
Regional gas prices rose last week and reached an average of $3.11 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, up from last week's price of $3.06 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in the Gulf Coast region has risen about 12 cents since...
First Alert Weather: Off-and-on weekend storms, patchy fog Saturday morning
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Wet weather will continue through our area Friday night with lows in the 70s. Be alert for some patchy fog if you are on the roads overnight into Saturday morning. THE NEXT BIG THING will be more storms and showers for the weekend. I’m not expecting...
Alabaster juvenile identified as Helena Publix arsonist
The Helena Police Department has shared that an 11-year-old juvenile was responsible for the fire at the Publix supermarket at Crow’s Corner on July 15. The post Alabaster juvenile identified as Helena Publix arsonist appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Alabama hotel up for best boutique in America in new USA Today poll
A small, one-of-a-kind Alabama hotel has a shot at top honors in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice awards, and voting is open. The GunRunner in downtown Florence is among 20 finalists in the awards’ Boutique Hotel category. USA Today says the category is dedicated to hotels that “offer an escape all their own, complete with a more customized experience and the best modern amenities and service … [and] unique accommodations in the middle of some of the nation’s greatest destinations.”
Business Hall of Fame to Induct 7
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — The Alabama Business Hall of Fame will honor seven business leaders who have brought lasting fame to the state of Alabama through their business contributions during a ceremony in Birmingham Nov. 14. This year’s inductees are Rob O. Burton of Birmingham; Raymond J. Harbert of Birmingham;...
Time now to plant pumpkins for Halloween
Halloween season starts in July, at least according to gardening standards. For those wanting to grow their own pumpkins for spooky jack-o’-lanterns or festive fall centerpieces, early to mid-July is the time to get those pumpkin seeds in the ground. Getting Started Bethany O’Rear, an Alabama Cooperative Extension System home grounds, gardens and home pests […] The post Time now to plant pumpkins for Halloween appeared first on The Brewton Standard.
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