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Haitian Immigrants Find a New Home in Rural Alabama
SYLACAUGA, Ala. — Rural Alabama has recently seen an influx of Haitian immigrants, a change that is beginning to shape the region both culturally and economically. This migration wave is tied to the CHNV Parole Program, which provides legal pathways for Haitians to enter the U.S. under specific criteria. The arrival of these immigrants has…
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Vestavia Hills Principal Transferred Amid LGBTQ+ Controversy
VESTAVIA HILLS, Ala. — Lauren Dressback, the principal of Cahaba Heights Elementary in Vestavia Hills, Alabama, was transferred to an alternative school following allegations that her removal stemmed from her sexual orientation. Dressback, who came out as a lesbian after separating from her husband, was placed on administrative leave earlier this year before being reassigned….
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A Tin Can Crown: The Misadventures of Happy Hooligan and the Genius of Frederick Burr Opper
When Happy Hooligan debuted in 1899, readers met a bumbling, kind-hearted tramp who quickly became one of the earliest comic strip icons. Created by Frederick Burr Opper, Happy Hooligan chronicled the well-meaning but constantly unlucky exploits of its titular character—a man who could never catch a break, no matter how hard he tried. Wearing a…
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Bullets and Blacktop: The Gadsden Road Rage Showdown
GADSDEN, Ala. — A quiet afternoon in Gadsden erupted into chaos on Tuesday when a road rage incident turned violent. At approximately 3:17 p.m., gunfire shattered the calm at the intersection of Rainbow Drive and Lakewood Drive. Responding officers discovered a woman with gunshot wounds, her injuries thankfully non-life-threatening, but the drama was far from…
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Gov. Ivey Breaks Ground on New STEM Learning Center in Rainbow City
RAINBOW CITY, Ala. (AP) — Governor Kay Ivey broke ground Wednesday on a new Challenger Learning Center in Rainbow City, marking a significant investment in educational infrastructure aimed at enhancing STEM opportunities for Alabama students. Located at 1986 Challenger Way, across from the Rainbow City Mega Sports Complex, the center is part of a global…
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End of an Era: Oak Mountain Amphitheatre to Close After Nearly 40 Years
PELHAM, Ala. (AP) — After nearly four decades as a cornerstone of Alabama’s live music scene, the Oak Mountain Amphitheatre is set to close its doors. The iconic venue in Pelham will host its final concert on October 15, 2024, featuring award-winning artist Post Malone. Opened in 1986, the amphitheater has been a premier destination…
Established in 1997