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Jefferson County funds new low-cost grocery store
The Jefferson County Commission, in partnership with hunger solution company Goodr and the Daniel Payne Legacy Village Foundation, recently unveiled a new low-cost grocery store. The new store, part of a chain called Goodr, opened in Birmingham’s Daniel Payne Plaza. County officials said it will help combat food insecurity in...
Birmingham Police working to create Citizen Observers Patrol
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Police Chief Scott Thurmond spoke about a community and police program to help stop and solve crimes in Birmingham. Chief Thurmond kept it short and sweet in his presentation to the Public Safety Committee Tuesday, speaking for six minutes. Chief Thurmond believes the Citizen’s Observer Patrol will serve as the eyes and ears for Birmingham police.
Birmingham company offers downtown pickup services to help drivers avoid predatory towing
Responding to ongoing accusations of predatory towing in Birmingham, one local business owner has started offering a curbside pickup car service. Comedienne Joy, who started her Birmingham Eat Drink Ride food tour business in 2017, recently expanded her services to help people feel comfortable going downtown again. If you purchase...
Number of homicides in Birmingham slightly up compared to 2023
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - WBRC is taking a look at crime in Birmingham, specifically the number of people who have been killed so far this year. The number of homicides has already surpassed 2023, with the most recent death happening over the weekend in a shooting involving at least seven people.
Tarrant police chief remains on administrative leave, not terminated Monday night
Tarrant city council members decided not to terminate Police Chief Wendell Major at Monday night's city council meeting. Mayor Newton placed Major on administrative leave without pay in February, after being accused of deleting murder charges, among other accusations. Lieutenant James Hill continues to serve as the acting chief.
Southern Heritage Funeral Home and Cemetery issues apology amid cleanup outcry
Emotions from families with loved ones buried at Southern Heritage Funeral Home continue to run high following a recent apology issued by management that comes weeks after a controversial cleanup of the cemetery grounds. The post Southern Heritage Funeral Home and Cemetery issues apology amid cleanup outcry appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Hoover City Council President John Lyda nearly ousted after calling developer a ‘known felon’
Hoover City Council President John Lyda survived a challenge to his leadership on Monday when two of his colleagues proposed a motion to remove him from the council president post after referring to the developer of Stadium Trace Village as a “convicted felon.”. City Councilor Steve McClinton made the...
Birmingham working on new safety pilot program that would greatly alter the East Lake community
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - A potential safety protocol enhancement could be coming to the East Lake Community. Mayor Randall Woodfin sent a letter to residents on which he proposed an “out of the box” pilot program to limit entry and exit points in the East Lake Community. The...
Bradford Health Services Welcomes Rob Marsh as New Chief Executive Officer
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 7, 2024-- Bradford Health Services, a premiere substance use disorder (SUD) treatment provider in the Southeast, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Rob Marsh as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective Monday, May 6th. With an extensive background in behavioral healthcare and healthcare management, Marsh brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of driving growth and innovation. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240506873994/en/ Rob Marsh, Chief Executive Officer (Photo: Business Wire)
Boy Scouts of America to rebrand in a push to be more inclusive
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Boy Scouts of America announced Tuesday they are moving towards being more inclusive. The 114-year-old organization says they are rebranding and by this time next year they’ll have a new name. Leaders say all it is, is a name change to match the entire organization...
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