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Can’t Miss Alabama: Inaugural Bham Foodie Fest to take place this weekend

Can’t Miss Alabama: Inaugural Bham Foodie Fest to take place this weekend

| September 7, 2024 @ 8:00 am

Get ready for a culinary experience like no other as the inaugural Bham Foodie Fest takes over historic Sloss Furnaces Saturday, Sept. 7, from noon to 6 p.m.

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A Mainly Dry Weekend Ahead, But Wet Weather Returns Midweek

A Mainly Dry Weekend Ahead, But Wet Weather Returns Midweek

| September 7, 2024 @ 5:00 am

We’re set to dry out for the weekend, but we could see some wet weather moving in as we head through the workweek, especially from Wednesday through Friday.

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Tropics Update:  Then There Were Two….

Tropics Update: Then There Were Two….

| September 6, 2024 @ 7:11 pm

Taking a quick look at the tropics to see what is being monitored.  Most of the week there have been anywhere from 3, 4 and even 5 areas of disorganized showers and storms being monitored by the NHC.  With the latest outlook, we are down to two main areas, and one has a chance of developing into a tropical depression sometime next week.

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Miles College, the reigning SIAC golf champs, competing in tournament in Miyoshi City, Japan

Miles College, the reigning SIAC golf champs, competing in tournament in Miyoshi City, Japan

| September 6, 2024 @ 4:00 pm

On Sunday, the Miles College golf team boarded a flight to Miyoshi City, Japan, to compete in the University Golf Super League tournament, which features men’s and women’s collegiate golf teams from Japan, the United States and throughout Asia. The Golden Bears are playing 18-hole rounds on three consecutive days beginning Sept 4.

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Light Rain At Times Tonight; Mostly Dry Weekend Ahead

Light Rain At Times Tonight; Mostly Dry Weekend Ahead

| September 6, 2024 @ 3:27 pm

RADAR CHECK: Large areas of light rain continue to move across the southern 2/3 of Alabama this afternoon. Rain amounts have been light so far, and they should remain light tonight as a layer of dry air in the higher levels of the atmosphere is limiting rain rates

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Increasing Drought Conditions for Alabama

Increasing Drought Conditions for Alabama

| September 6, 2024 @ 1:10 pm

The U.S. Drought Monitor posts its updates every week on Thursday.  It was not good news for the state of Alabama as we have had a a big increase in drought conditions.  Every county in the state is now measuring on the intensity scale.  The levels run from D0 to D4.  

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Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium to be dedicated at University of Alabama Saturday

Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium to be dedicated at University of Alabama Saturday

| September 6, 2024 @ 12:00 pm

On Saturday, Sept. 7, the University of Alabama will formally dedicate Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium with pregame and halftime ceremonies in addition to several commemorative items celebrating the occasion.

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Midday Nowcast: Rain for Some, Clouds for All

Midday Nowcast: Rain for Some, Clouds for All

| September 6, 2024 @ 10:32 am

A low pressure is tracking east along the Northern Gulf Coast and will keep us cloudy today with periods of rain today and tonight.

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Beneficial Rain For South Alabama Today; Drier Air For The Weekend

Beneficial Rain For South Alabama Today; Drier Air For The Weekend

| September 6, 2024 @ 5:38 am

RADAR CHECK: Rain is relatively widespread this morning across Alabama south of I-20, and west of I-65. Rain will continue to expand this morning, but the most widespread coverage and heavier totals will be over the southern half of the state thanks to a weak low moving through the northern Gulf of Mexico.

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Beneficial Rain Ahead For The Southern Half Of Alabama

Beneficial Rain Ahead For The Southern Half Of Alabama

| September 5, 2024 @ 3:05 pm

RADAR CHECK: Areas of light rain continue over the southern half of Alabama this afternoon near a stalled surface front/trough near the Gulf Coast. Most of the state has a cloudy sky, but the sun is out over the Tennessee Valley with temperatures in the 80s.

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Alabama State Parks marks progress in major renovations

Alabama State Parks marks progress in major renovations

| September 5, 2024 @ 3:00 pm

With more than $150 million available for renovations, repairs and construction, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ State Parks System is in the middle of major upgrades and enhancements to help the parks’ guests embrace and enjoy Alabama’s natural beauty.

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A Look Back at Tropical Storm Alberto, the first storm of the 2024 Season

A Look Back at Tropical Storm Alberto, the first storm of the 2024 Season

| September 5, 2024 @ 10:36 am

The National Hurricane Center has posted The Tropical Cyclone Report for Tropical Storm Alberto which occurred on June 19-20 of this year.  This was the first named storm of the 2024 season and the 8th time the name Alberto has been used for a tropical system. 

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Midday Nowcast: Clouds, Rain, and Drought for Alabama

Midday Nowcast: Clouds, Rain, and Drought for Alabama

| September 5, 2024 @ 9:26 am

Clouds and rain are increasing over the today and through the day tomorrow as a low pressure will track east along the Northern Gulf Coast.

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Dr. Ann says these are the 4 pillars of healthy grocery shopping

Dr. Ann says these are the 4 pillars of healthy grocery shopping

| September 5, 2024 @ 9:00 am

While you’re shopping healthy, pick up a few ears of corn and give this summer corn sauté recipe a try.

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