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5 iconic barbecue joints you need to visit in Birmingham
What’s the best way to celebrate National Barbecue Month? If you live in Birmingham, we’re pretty sure you know. The city is packed with places that serve delectable ‘cue, from pulled pork to brisket to the yummiest chicken. Folks in the metro area are quick to praise their favorite barbecue spots, including restaurants that put twists on traditional fare in mouthwatering ways. (Pork ‘n’ greens from Saw’s, anyone?)
Alabama Champion School Resource Officer
Birmingham Police Officer Lane Harper wears many hats. He is a school resource officer at Dupuy Alternative School. He runs the Power of Life Foundation. And he teaches martial arts around the country to police to help them know how to better deescalate potentially violent situations. The students at the school say he encourages them to be the best they can be. He also helps them work to achieve their dreams. Through his foundation he helps to provide funds for utilities, food, clothes and shoes for those in need. At Christmas he has presents for needy children. For Thanksgiving, he has given away five-hundred turkey complete with fixings. He is amazing and tireless. His motto is to treat others as you would have them treat you. His talents are endless. He is also in two movies which will debut at a local theater in Birmingham soon. Please take time to get to know Officer Lane Harper. You will be inspired.
Comeback Town: Something funny going on in Birmingham
Today’s guest columnist is Rebecca Rothman. Some things are so far-fetched you can’t make them up. I’m a happily married mom of two well-adjusted teenagers. I work in finance. I volunteer at my temple, host Shabbat dinners, and drive carpool to Girl Scouts. I am a practical person!
ASU choir to perform in Birmingham
Congratulations are in order for the Alabama State University Choir who will perform at the America's Negro League Baseball on June 19 in Birmingham, Alabama at Rickwood Field. The nationally televised event will take place at Rickwood Field, the oldest professional baseball park in the United States according to the...
Reading scores for Birmingham students dramatically rise: ACAP
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) – This year’s Alabama’s Comprehensive Assessment Program (ACAP) scores have been released. According to the state department of education, third-grade reading scores have improved from last year. 91 percent of third graders are considered to be on grade level for reading, up from last year’s 83 percent. State Superintendent Dr. Eric Mackey […]
What to know about SEC Baseball Tournament in Hoover: TV, times, tickets, parking
It is once again SEC Baseball Tournament week in Hoover. The tournament gets started with four play-in games on Tuesday and continues with four game each day on Wednesday and Thursday before dipping to two games for Friday and Saturday with a championship game on Sunday. The championship game is set to be broadcast at 2 p.m. on ESPN2.
Stallions-Roughnecks free livestream online: How to watch UFL game, TV, schedule
The UFL regular season continues this weekend, as the Birmingham Stallions play against the Houston Roughnecks tonight at 7 p.m. CT on ESPN 2. Football fans can watch tonight’s UFL game for free online by using the free trials offered by DirecTV Stream and Fubo TV. If fans have already exhausted both of those options, then they can take advantage of a discounted Sling subscription.
Update: Thunderstorms with marble-sized hail in Blount and Jefferson counties Saturday
An updated report from the National Weather Service was issued on Saturday at 3:11 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 4 p.m. for Blount and Jefferson counties. Wind gusts of up to 40 mph and marble-sized hail (0.5 inches) are expected. "At 3:10 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm over...
UAB School of Nursing hosts health club students on campus
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Students from Booker T. Washington K-8 School’s health club visited the UAB School of Nursing Friday afternoon. The students participated in a simulation and skills lab tour, with one case centered around babysitting and first aid. UAB nursing students were also available to teach them about health, first aid, nutrition and […]
Oak Mountain names Curry’s Anna Claire Harris as new head volleyball coach
After a months-long search for a new leader, Oak Mountain High School decided on a new head coach to carry on the volleyball program’s success. The post Oak Mountain names Curry’s Anna Claire Harris as new head volleyball coach appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Birmingham Southern College athletics department hosts final merchandise sale
Birmingham Southern College is less than 2 weeks away from closing their doors for good. In an attempt to help the school pay off debts, the athletic department held their first weekend of merchandise sales. The department had all things panthers, from helmets, to trophy's, jerseys and more. Many in...
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