Yavapai County Annual Free Slash Program
Text-to-speech audio articles made possible by a Yavapai College Quest Grant. Tuition-free industry certifications to help you in your career. The Yavapai County Board of Supervisors, in partnership with the Public Works Department, is pleased to announce the continuation of the annual Free Slush Drop-Off Program at County Transfer Stations. From April 1, 2024 to […]
72nd Annual Yuma County Fair comes to town
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – The 72nd annual Yuma County Fair will be held on Tuesday, April 2nd. The fair officially begins in less than 24 hours! Today, we got a sneak peek at what will be on offer when the fair opens on Tuesday. I walked around the various rides, vendors, and performances that […]
Auburn campus readies for annual Tiger Giving Day
Auburn University's annual Tiger Giving Day, an annual day of giving, is returning for its ninth year this week. Wednesday's lineup includes 45 projects from across campus, ranging from digitizing Auburn University Athletics' fragile film reels to funding field trips for students in grades 6-11 participating in the Summer STEM Academy. Other projects include creating […]
PETA begs Flora-Bama replace annual mullet toss with rubber fish, vegan alternatives
Each year, the iconic Flora-Bama on the Gulf Coast brings together residents from across the region, state and nation to celebrate the iconic Mallet TossIt's a weekend-long competition to see who can throw a dead mullet the furthest. The event is a staple on the Gulf Coast and one of the largest annual beach parties […]
Florence chef takes home win at 9th annual Alabama Seafood Cook-Off
A chef from popular Florence restaurant Odette has been named the winner of the ninth annual Alabama Seafood Cook-Off, pitting the best chefs across the state against each other to win $2,500 and a chance to win at the 2024 Great American Seafood Cook-Off in New Orleans, Louisiana this summer. According to Alabama Gulf Seafood, […]
Alabama’s Black Belt region produces $3.8 billion in annual economic impact for 2023
A recent report revealed that Alabama's Black Belt region will generate $3.8 billion in statewide economic impact in 2023, an increase of $1.9 billion from 2020, just a few years ago. Additionally, tourism in the region reportedly created an estimated 45,500 jobs during the same period. Pam Swanner, president of the Alabama Black Belt Adventure […]
Alabama’s annual Free Fishing Day scheduled for early June
If you're looking to fish for free in Alabama, the state's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) has some exciting news to share. The department recently announced that June 8 has been designated this year's Alabama Free Fishing Day. During the day, most public waters, both freshwater and saltwater, will be open to anglers […]
Alabama’s officials honor law enforcement during annual National Police Week
Alabama's elected officials on Wednesday honored law enforcement in the state and across the country. At the federal level, Alabama's two U.S. senators and a Republican congressman expressed their gratitude to police who risk their lives every day to serve their communities. U.S. Senators Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) and Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) not only co-sponsored a […]
The heat is on in Birmingham for annual Salsa Showdown
A salsa-style showdown is taking place in Birmingham this weekend. The annual Salsa Showdown takes place on Saturday and is hosted by Birmingham's Sidewalk Film Center + Cinema. Now in its 13th year, the competition showcases the city's best salsas, guacamole, queso, specialty dips and more. The showdown will take place Saturday from 2-6 p.m. […]
1,300 Estimated Dead In Annual Pilgrimage Abroad: Report
An estimated 1,301 people have died this year in heatwaves at Saudi Arabia's holy sites during the Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca, CNN reported Sunday, citing Saudi Arabian officials. “The health care system has dealt with numerous cases of heatstroke this year, some of whom are still receiving treatment. Sadly, the death toll has reached 1,301,” […]
