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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced Friday that the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine booster dose is now authorized for many people who previously received the two-dose Pfizer vaccine and are at least six months past completion of the primary series. The U.S. Food …

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On Friday, Governor Kay Ivey accepted the resignation of State Treasurer John McMillan upon his appointment to serve as the Executive Director for the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission. His resignation is effective September 30, 2021.

The Woodstock Wildflower Walk and Wellness Fair outdoor event Saturday, Sept 18, from 9AM-12PM @ West Blocton Town Hall 28513 AL-5, Woodstock, Al 35188 - (Drop in any time.)

Participants will receive two free admission tickets to the Zoo

Wages Reach New Record High, Jobs Count Increases

The increased incidence of the Delta variant of COVID-19 has caused a substantial surge in the use of monoclonal antibody products. Monoclonal antibody treatments help those at high risk for serious COVID illness, individuals who have recently tested positive for the virus, or people who are…

BIRMINGHAM, AL- With the release of census data, the State of Alabama Redistricting Committee has been holding public hearings across the state for you to attend and voice your concerns with redistricting.  The last week is upon us for them to receive our testimony about our opinions in our …

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BIRMINGHAM, AL (Sept. 9, 2021) – The World Games 2022 and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama are partnering to provide teachers with a free resource that will expand educational opportunities in the classroom.

In an effort to encourage COVID-19 vaccinations and expand access to the vaccine, Lawson State Community College will be hosting a vaccination clinic at the Birmingham Campus on September 9, 2021, in the Academic Success Center room 160.

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Governor Kay Ivey on Friday reallocated $12.3 million of the Coronavirus Relief Fund to secure qualified, out-of-state, travel nurses to work in Alabama hospitals in a temporary capacity.

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) provides nutrition education and supplemental foods, and serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 whose family income is up to 185 percent of the federal poverty l…

The Jason Foundation, Inc. (JFI), a nationally recognized leader in youth and young adult suicide awareness and prevention, proudly recognizes and supports September as National Suicide Prevention Month. Throughout the month individuals and organizations around the country have plans to high…

Many people are making plans to enjoy the upcoming Labor Day weekend. However, along with the fun come health and safety challenges – especially with the threat of the COVID-19. “Jefferson County is averaging about 600 new COVID-19 cases per day, and the Delta variant is extremely contagious…

Birmingham City Schools will offer three opportunities for students and area residents to get COVID-19 vaccinations, working with partners this week at three different schools.

State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris urges Alabamians to heed all health and safety warnings as areas of the state may be dealing with significant flooding and damage caused by Tropical Storm Ida. In addition, the public should continue COVID-19 preventive actions that include washing hands…

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Next-gen infrastructure will help telecom, tech firm offer ultra-fast internet to consumers, businesses

Sozo Trading Co., located in the Avondale community in Birmingham, has launched a recycling program aimed at reducing waste associated with discarded clothing and fabrics. The program is part of a larger initiative focused on reducing waste throughout the company.

The baby who went missing around 2:00 PM today from Fairfield has been found safe.  He has been reunited with his family.  The family and the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office wish to extend their sincere gratitude for all of the help in locating the child safely and quickly. 

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The Alabama Department of Public Health  has received reports that residents are receiving unsolicited telephone calls, some asking unsolicited questions about their Medicare coverage. One of the numbers from which they are calling appears to be from a county health department number. Howeve…

(Birmingham, AL) -- The Jefferson County Commission emerged from a specially called executive session today and named Cal Markert as the new County Manager for Jefferson County effective Oct. 1, 2021. 

BIRMINGHAM, AL (08/20/2021) Lawson State Community College recognized twelve students who successfully completed the nine-week Line Worker Training Program with a graduation ceremony on Wednesday, August 18, 2021.

Jefferson County Health Officer Strongly Recommends Face Coverings for Indoor Public Spaces

People with weakened immune systems are now eligible for an additional dose of Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine following a primary mRNA vaccine series to help prevent serious and possibly life-threatening COVID-19. Health officials are not recommending booster vaccine doses for the genera…

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama – The Birmingham Organizing Committee for The World Games 2022 today announced Spire as a Premier Partner of The World Games 2022.

Guest Editorial/Op-Ed byBen Moncrief Managing Director Of Broadband Operations in Alabama and Senior Vice President of Strategic Relations for C Spire.

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Governor Ivey is issuing a limited, narrowly-focused state of emergency based on the surge in covid-19 cases we are experiencing in an effort to support Alabama’s frontline heroes and cut red tape. As more and more Alabamians choose to get vaccinated each day, this will allow our health care…

Imaginative videos entered in a TikTok contest sponsored by the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) demonstrate the importance of getting a COVID-19 vaccination. 

Today, the Jefferson County Department of Health filed a Complaint in the Circuit Court of Jefferson County against Bluestone Coke. The Department is seeking civil penalties and injunctive relief under the Alabama Air Pollution Control Act of 1971 (the “Air Pollution Control Act”) and the Je…

Sozo Children International, a Birmingham, Alabama based nonprofit ministry dedicated to serving at-risk children in Uganda, will host its annual fundraising Gala at The Club on September 9, 2021. The “Evening of Dreams” will feature a silent auction from 5:30p.m. to 7p.m. with a dinner and …

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama (August 8, 2021) – One of the world’s most recognizable brands has joined the team of The World Games 2022 (TWG2022).  Birmingham’s Coca-Cola Bottling Company United, Inc. (UNITED), among the  largest privately held Coca-Cola bottlers in North America, , will be  the pres…

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Recently, Alabama State House Representative For District # 57 Merika Coleman presented $40,000 in grant money to help different schools and different organizations. The grant distributions amounts were as follows $10,000 to Lawson State Community College, $3,500 to Midfield High School, $3,…

As cases of COVID-19 in Alabama increase rapidly, subsequent hospitalizations due to the virus have risen at a rate not previously seen. Alabama hospitals have been admitting significantly more COVID-19 patients recently, including patients who are younger, sicker and unvaccinated. As a resu…

On Tuesday, Jefferson County Health Officer, Dr. Mark Wilson held a virtual meeting with public school superintendents and several heads of private schools in Jefferson County to update them on the current situation with the COVID-19 Delta variant and concerns about its impact on school-age …

Alabama Becomes First in Nation to Certify Sworn State Law Enforcement with KultureCity’s Sensory-Inclusive Training

The National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3) recently held its Annual Leadership Summit in a virtual format for the second year in a row. 

Updated guidance for K-12 Alabama schools is now available on the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) website. These updates reflect the most up-to-date recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which are based on the best scientific understanding of how COV…

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Press Release From Alabama Department Of Health