Written By Eddie Vines

Two months and counting. The Circle of Love Foundation will be hosting its second annual 5k fundraiser at Veterans Park in Hoover, Ala on Saturday, March 18 to help children in area shelters throughout Central Alabama. The Circle of Love 5k is for all ages and fitness levels. Sponsored by Re…

Written By Eddie Vines

Written By Eddie Vines

The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) encourages you to get up to date with your COVID-19 vaccinations as a new subvariant of concern emerges. COVID-19 vaccine and the new bivalent boosters are important for your maximum protection as the Omicron subvariant XBB.1.5 overtakes other O…

On December 15th, Freshwater Land Trust installed five new benches on two trails within its Red Rock Trail System® located in District Two, Jefferson County Commissioner Sheila Tyson’s district. Two benches were placed on the Enon Ridge Trail in the Smithfield community, and three were place…

Written By Eddie Vines

Written By Eddie Vines

Staying warm, keeping well informed and taking extra precautions is extremely important during times of extremely cold weather, such as the coming days when below freezing temperatures are predicted. Everyone should remember to lower risks of cold-weather health problems by dressing in multi…

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Lawson State Community College will celebrate the graduating Class of 2022 and guests during the college's Annual Fall Commencement Exercises with a presentation on Friday, December 16, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. in the Arthur Shores Fine Arts Gymnasium on the Birmingham West Campus of Lawson State…

The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) encourages the public to get vaccinated or boosted against the COVID-19 virus, get flu shots, take prevention measures, and seek healthcare guidance when sick during the holiday season.

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Sozo Trading Co., located in the Avondale community in Birmingham, is hosting a Christmas Open House on Saturday December 10, 2022 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

 The Alabama State Parks Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will again recognize special contributors to the parks with its prestigious Eagle Awards. 

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While the holiday season is well underway, the Alabama Department of Public Health encourages you to make time in your busy schedule to get up to date with your COVID-19 vaccinations if you haven’t already. Family, friends and others you encounter in the days to come are vulnerable to infect…

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Vulcan Park & Museum invites the entire community to embrace the holiday spirit in spectacular style. Gather for the 5th Annual Vulcan’s Magical Nights, Dec. 2-4, 9-11 and 16-23 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Vulcan Park & Museum.

Rickwood Caverns will again transform into a unique, winter wonderland for the holiday season this year.

Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday reiterated her staunch support for Alabama’s small businesses by signing a proclamation declaring November 26, 2022 as Small Business Saturday in the state of Alabama. 

The Salvation Army Greater Birmingham Area Command will host its annual Thanksgiving Day lunch on Thursday, November 24, 2022, from 11:30 am until 12:30 pm, at 2015 26th Avenue North Birmingham, AL 35234.Volunteers will be on-hand to serve our guests a delicious holiday lunch, open to the co…

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires that the U.S. Secretary of Education make an annual determination as to whether each state meets the requirements of the statute based on the data submitted in the Annual Performance Report (APR) and other available information.…

Written By Eddie Vines

Written By Eddie Vines

The City Of Lake View Veteran's Day / Suicide Awareness Day - Friday, Noember 11, 2022 - 10 am - 12 pm - 22757 Central PPark Dr. Lake View Al. 35111

The sun has set on another Alabama & Jefferson County General Election. Below is some statewide races and the unofficial election night results from the Secretary Of States and Jefferson County Probate Office websites.

Courtesy of 2911 Media 

Get out to the polls today and vote.

Alabama Assistant Minority Leader, Merika Coleman, Dominates Democratic Primary for Senate District 19, Faces Libertarian Opponent in Tuesday’s Election - Paid For by Merika Coleman Campaign P.O. Box 28888 Birmingham, Al 35288Alabama Assistant Minority Leader, Rep. Merika Coleman (D-Pleasant…

Pediatric leaders across the state of Alabama are warning families about unusually high and severe influenza activity throughout the state, especially in children.  

Meet Alabama State Representative Merika Coleman, Democratic Candidate For Alabama State Senate For District 19, On November 8, 2022 - Paid For by Merika Coleman Campaign P.O. Box 28888 Birmingham, Al 35288

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Meet Ontario Tillman, Democratic Candidate For Alabama State House of Representatives For District 56, On November 8, 2022 - Paid For by the Committee To Elect Ontario Tillman State House District 56 P.O. Box 813, Bessemer, Al 35021

Meet Bill Veitch, Republican Candidate For District Attorney for the Tenth Judicial Circuit of Jefferson County, Bessemer Cutoff Division On November 8, 2022 - Paid For By Committee To Elect Bill Veitch District Attorney 1714 4th Ave N Bessemer, AL 35020

Meet Incumbent District Attonery Lynneice O. Washington, Democratic Candidate Seeking Re-Election For District Attorney for the Tenth Judicial Circuit of Jefferson County, Bessemer Cutoff Division On November 8, 2022 - Paid For by the Committee to Re-Elect DA Lynneice O. Washington P.O. Box …

Meet Jared Hudson, Republican Candidate For Sheriff of Jefferson County, Alabama On November 8, 2022 - Paid For By Jared Hudson For Sheriff 3524 Decatur Highway Ste 300B Fultondale, AL 35068

Meet Incumbent Sheriff Mark Pettway, Democratic Candidate Seeking Re-Election For Sheriff of Jefferson County, Alabama On November 8, 2022 - Paid for by The Committee to Elect Sheriff Mark Pettway P.O. Box 19511 Birmingham, Al 35219.

Monthlong observance in which communities, businesses and individuals are asked to show appreciation for K-12 teachers statewide

 Landmarks across Alabama, including the state’s tallest building, the RSA Battle House Tower, together with more than 800 buildings and landmarks around the world, will be lighting up teal on November 3 to raise Alzheimer’s awareness as part of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s (AFA) …

The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) Oral Health Office announces the sixth annual “Share Your Smile with Alabama” statewide photo contest. Two third grade students, one girl and one boy, will be selected from photo submissions as the winners of the campaign. 

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Now that Halloween is right around the corner, many children are anticipating getting plenty of candy treats when they trick or treat. Candy consumption for most children will increase exponentially during this time. Meanwhile, parents likely will be putting forth their best efforts to regul…

This past week, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) announced that her Washington D.C. and district offices are now accepting applications for spring 2023 interns. College students and recent graduates interested in government and public service are invited to apply for a chance to spend the seme…

Halloween / Fall Festival / Trunk Or Treat List For The Cutoff For Saturday, October 30, Sunday, October 31 & Monday, October 31 & November. Here's a few that we have found, If you have one you want us to ad to this list please email us at thecutoffnews@gmail.com

Brighton Fire and Rescue Halloween Stop and Treat - Monday, October 31, 6 pm Brighton Fire Department  

Alabama Moves from 52nd to 40th in 4th Grade Math, and 49th to 39th in 4th Grade Reading as the Nation Uniformly DeclinesThe National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) results have been released, with Alabama’s standing either moving upwards, or holding its own against a backdrop of …