On the weekend of Feb. 8-10, the Mercedes-Benz Marathon celebrated its 18th year of a Birmingham tradition. Runners participated in marathons, half-marathons, five-person relays, Superhero 5k and kids races.Photos by Jordan Wald. … [Read more...]
Basketball Recap: Spain Park defeats Hewitt Trussville, Homewood falls to Huffman
Class 5A Girls Area 8 at Ramsay High School, Friday Ramsay x, Briarwood Christian x Class 7A Girls Area 6 Finals at Spain Park, Friday Spain Park 55, Hewitt Trussville 48 Class 7A Girls Area 5 Finals at Hoover High School, Sat., Feb. 9 Hoover vs Tuscaloosa County, 6 p.m. Class 6A Boys Area 10 at Huffman High … [Read more...]
Hoover Mayor Holds News Conference In Response To AG’s Report
Hoover Mayor Frank Brocato held a news conference Wednesday following Attorney General Steve Marshall’s recent decision that the Hoover police officer involved in the Thanksgiving night shooting at the Galleria was justified in the fatal shooting of 21-year-old Emantin "E.J." Bradford Jr.“We respect the Attorney General’s findings and urge everyone to take the time to … [Read more...]
IN PHOTOS: Hoover Signing Day 2019
Hoover High School joined other OTM schools in signing day ceremonies yesterday as part of National Signing Day.Among the students recognized were Amanda Gawlowicz, Gabriella Walker, Sydney Chandler, Brooke Hoven, Amiyah King, Caroline Raybon, Cole Baker, Trey Harry, Haley Green, Madeline Harris, Zach Elam, Jack Henry Milligan, Peyton Wilson, Miya … [Read more...]
IN PHOTOS: Birmingham Zoo Creates New Groundhog Day Tradition
At this year's Groundhog Day celebration at the Birmingham Zoo, there was a twist: groundhog Birmingham Bill was given the choice to sleep in. “Here at the Birmingham Zoo, we hold animal welfare to the highest standard as we possibly can," said Rebekah Lane, who led the zoo event. "And every year, we continue to learn more things and more better ways to take care of … [Read more...]