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WBRC 6 News welcomes new weekend anchor De’Jah Gross

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - WBRC 6 News, the Gray Television station serving Central Alabama, announced today that De’Jah Gross will join the WBRC 6 News team as weekend anchor. Gross graduated from Hofstra University on Long Island, New York, with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and a minor in...

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Knight named president pro tem as Jefferson County Commission begins new term

Trussville resident Joe Knight will serve as president pro tempore of the Jefferson County Commission for its new four-year term, and he will lead the committee that oversees county finance and emergency management.

Jefferson County, AL · 12h

The Alabama Initiative for Independent Journalism

Blue gets $46K+ bill for vote recount

Camara Blue expects to be at the Jefferson County Courthouse on Monday afternoon with more than $46,000 to pay for a recount of his District 3 County Commission election with Jimmie Stephens. Following Friday’s certification of last week’s election results, Blue learned that it will cost $46,239.72 to get a...

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Pleasant Grove ends Jackson’s quest for 3rd straight state title

Pleasant Grove needed just three plays to go 70 yards on the game’s first possession. The Spartans (10-2) truly took control in the second half — scoring three touchdowns in the third quarter, as quarterback Elston Hooper scored on runs of 4 and 7 yards sandwiched around a 19-yard touchdown pass to Colin Crave — in a 27-7 victory over Jackson in the second round of the Class 3A playoffs.

Pleasant Grove, AL · 22h

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Jimmie Hale Mission to open warming station in Birmingham as temperatures drop

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Jimmie Hale Mission will open its nightly warming station in Birmingham on Nov. 13 and 14. Each day, the warming station will be open from 6 p.m. to 7 a.m. Those in the Birmingham area who are unhoused or who lack sufficient heat in their homes can come to the […]

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Barrett Media

Cumulus Media Begins Another Round of Layoffs Following Bankruptcy Restructuring

"The reductions follow the company's emergence from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in October." The post Cumulus Media Begins Another Round of Layoffs Following Bankruptcy Restructuring appeared first on Barrett Media .

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2 vacant homes in Brighton destroyed by fire

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Two vacant homes in Brighton were destroyed by fire overnight. Birmingham Fire and Rescue said the fires happened just after midnight on Huntsville Avenue. No injuries were reported. A cause of the fires is under investigation. Get news alerts in the Apple App Store and Google...

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Birmingham enforces new public camping ordinance with Jimmie Hale Mission looking to expand services

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A new city ordinance prohibiting homeless encampments on public property is now in effect in Birmingham, and local organizations are preparing to help connect people experiencing homelessness with shelter and resources. The ordinance, which took effect Tuesday, gives the city authority to clear encampments from public property after providing notice. City […]

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Get stronger, more flexible at new business in Forest Park

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Located at 706 37th Street South in Birmingham is a new business in the neighborhood that helps you get stronger and more flexible. It’s called Forest Park Pilates, and owner Candice Nance said that she loves for people to try out her reformer machines because the proof is in the pudding.

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Vestavia Hills council to vote on alcohol license for Abhi, finalize five annexations

The Vestavia Hills City Council will consider an alcohol license Monday for Abhi, the sushi and ramen restaurant moving into the former Satterfield’s space in Cahaba Heights. The council meets at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall. Nori Cimba, doing business as Abhi, is seeking a restaurant retail liquor license...

Vestavia Hills, AL · 1d

The Trussville Tribune

Popular Irondale bakery plans Trussville location

From Tribune staff reports TRUSSVILLE, Ala. — Sunshine’s Bakery, the Irondale shop whose menu runs from croissants and sourdough to pork floss buns and sweet dessert treats, is getting ready to open a second location in Trussville. Husband and wife Sunshine Dang and Glen Williamson own Sunshine’s Bakery. They opened the original location at 2231 […]

Trussville, AL · 1d

Shelby Reporter

Hoover parent donates $5,000 to school district for special education classroom camera

HOOVER – A Hoover parent has donated $5,000 to Hoover City Schools with instructions that the money be used to install a camera in a self-contained special education classroom at Berry Middle School, adding a new development to a yearslong push by families for increased classroom monitoring. Charles Daniel...

Hoover, AL · 2d

ABC 33/40 News

Hoover approves church school after religious freedom dispute

HOOVER, Ala. (WBMA) — A Hoover church has received approval to operate a private Christian school on its property following months of discussions over religious freedom, city regulations and building safety requirements. The Hoover City Council approved a conditional use permit Monday, Nov. 9, allowing Trinity Classical Academy to...

Hoover, AL · 2d

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Prattville rolls past Spain Park to advance to quarterfinals

Quarterback Will McKay threw three touchdown passes, helping the Prattville Lions beat the Spain Park Jaguars 36-17 on Friday night in the second round of the AHSAA Class 6A Playoffs. Prattville’s win moves them into the Class 6A quarterfinals, where they will host Daphne next week. Daphne finished second in...

Prattville, AL · 22h

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Presley & Pierce | Southern Elegance and Bespoke Florals at The Club in Birmingham

A celebration of Southern tradition with a fresh, personal perspective, Presley and Pierce Quick’s Birmingham wedding brought together custom floral patterns, thoughtful hospitality, and timeless bridal fashion. From the patterned bridesmaid gowns to a beautifully wrapped dance floor, every element felt considered – creating a wedding that was both classically elegant and unmistakably their own.

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UAB reopens Bartow Arena after $15M renovation project

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - UAB’s Bartow Arena has reopened after a renovation project of more than $15 million that began in June and is almost completely finished. Changes fans will notice this season include a new entrance and a new premium halfcourt club. The entire concourse has been upgraded, and the ticket window is now indoors.

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Dining in the shadow of Bear Bryant and Nick Saban, at the Bright Star

The Bright Star restaurant in the blue-collar town of Bessemer has been a dining destination of Alabama football fans for generations. Aside from the 119-year-old restaurant’s famous broiled snapper and Greek-style tenderloin the main attraction for Tide fans is the private booth where the legendary “Bear” Bryant dined when he visited the Bright Star on his frequent trips to Birmingham.

Bessemer, AL · 2d

Bham Now

Nearly 1,000 native plants take root on Birmingham’s Highland Ave

Almost exactly a year ago, we wrote a story about yard signs appearing on medians along Highland Avenue, across from Rhodes Park in Birmingham, encouraging native plant plantings. We got a kick out of the messages:. Pollinator Restaurant Being Built Here SOON!. Caterpillar Spa Coming Here SOON!. Whatever came of...

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Culver’s construction in Trussville expected to wrap up Dec. 6

Construction of Culver’s at 5905 Trussville Crossing Blvd. is expected to be finished Dec. 6, according to the project’s general contractor. The company has not announced when the restaurant will open.

Trussville, AL · 11h

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