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News

Mama and newborn baby sloth

Exotic wildlife animals, Alabama sporting legends at Flip Trade Show in Trussville

Updated: Dec. 27, 2024 at 1:29 PM CST
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By Jenna Wood
Meet wildlife and Alabama sports legends at the Flip Trade Show in Trussville this Saturday and Sunday.

Connected Through Cooking

Closeup photo of a pile of freshly cooked hot crispy bacon resting on a wood cutting board

Bacon Dip

Updated: Dec. 27, 2024 at 10:57 AM CST
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By James K Jones
Chef James K Jones shows us how to make a delicious Bacon Dip that’s perfect for gatherings.

Good Day Alabama

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’New Year, New Me’: Resolutions you can start now

Updated: Dec. 19, 2024 at 5:22 PM CST
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By Jhas Williams
Here are four achievable New Year’s resolutions you don’t even have to wait until January to put into play.

News

Children’s of Alabama pre-Thanksgiving Day parade

Children’s of Alabama pre-Thanksgiving Day parade with Meaghan Thomas

Updated: Nov. 27, 2024 at 11:59 AM CST
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By Jenna Wood
Patients and their families at Children’s of Alabama had some holiday fun at the annual Pre-Thanksgiving Day Parade on Tuesday.

News

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Veterans Day freebies, discounts in central Alabama

Updated: Nov. 11, 2024 at 10:10 AM CST
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By Jhas Williams and WBRC Digital Staff
Here are some businesses in central Alabama offering discounts and freebies on Nov. 11 for Veterans Day.

News

The Mt. Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church was founded by former enslaved African Americans

Oldest African American church in Leeds celebrating 150 years

Updated: Nov. 7, 2024 at 12:13 PM CST
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By Jonathan Skinner
The church is the oldest African American church in Leeds and one of the oldest in Alabama.

Good Day Alabama

What I learned wearing houndstooth as a newbie in Alabama

What I learned wearing houndstooth as a newbie in Alabama

Updated: Nov. 1, 2024 at 1:44 PM CDT
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By Jhas Williams
If you’re planning to move to central Alabama, a word of advice to the newbie: don’t wear a houndstooth pattern! Or do… the choice is yours.

Events

A TVL exclusive inside look at the history and the work that goes into The Magic City Classic

WBRC 6 News to broadcast Magic City Classic parade

Updated: Oct. 18, 2024 at 3:02 PM CDT
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By Hannah Crowe
WBRC 6 News is excited to sponsor the82nd annual Magic City Classic. Alabama A&M University and Alabama State University battle at Legion Field for the much-anticipated football game on Saturday, October 26.

Community

Merry Market Gardendale.

Merry Market opens at Gardendale Civic Center

Updated: Oct. 18, 2024 at 1:14 PM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
Event organizers say it’s an opportunity for the community to get Christmas shopping finished early and support local businesses.

News

One of the largest celebrations of Native American communities in Alabama kicks off at the...

The 36th Annual Moundville Native American Festival starts Thursday

Updated: Oct. 3, 2024 at 12:05 PM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
One of the largest celebrations of Native American communities in Alabama kicks off at the 36th Annual Moundville Native American Festival.
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TV

WBRC 6 Streaming

Watch WBRC 6 News 24/7

Updated: Sep. 30, 2024 at 7:06 AM CDT
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By WBRC Digital Staff
Steam WBRC FOX6 anywhere.

News

A brand-new, sensory-friendly playground is now open in downtown Calera.

Calera Main Street unveils new playground, alley activation in downtown Calera

Updated: Sep. 17, 2024 at 12:35 PM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
A brand-new, sensory-friendly playground is now open in downtown Calera. Leading into the playground is a newly activated alley that features a metal archway with the words “Calera Courtyard” inscribed on it.

News

The 5th anniversary edition of Le Diner en Blanc Birmingham returns to the Magic City this...

Le Diner en Blanc Birmingham returns this weekend

Updated: Sep. 16, 2024 at 1:23 PM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
The 5th-anniversary edition of Le Diner en Blanc Birmingham returns to the Magic City this weekend.

News

The Alabama Mineral & Lapidary Society’s Gem and Mineral Show returns to the Irondale Civic...

The 52nd Annual Gem Show comes to Irondale Civic Center this weekend

Updated: Sep. 5, 2024 at 1:23 PM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
The show will feature minerals, jewelry, fossils, and more.

News

The United Way of Central Alabama has kicked off its annual fundraising campaign.

United Way of Central Alabama kicks off annual fundraising campaign

Updated: Sep. 5, 2024 at 11:28 AM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
This year’s theme is “Be Somebody.”

News

The three-day festival will feature more than twenty men’s cricket teams, a women’s cricket...

The Hundred Cricfest 2024 celebrates community, the game of cricket

Updated: Aug. 29, 2024 at 12:03 PM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
The free-to-attend festival happens from Aug. 30 to Sept. 1.

News

Sober Fest.

Overdose Awareness Walk in Walker Co.

Updated: Aug. 29, 2024 at 10:02 AM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
Several recovery specialist organizations are coming together to host an Overdose Awareness Walk on Aug. 31 for National Overdose Awareness Day.

News

UNCF Walk.

UNCF Birmingham hosting Fourth Annual Walk for Education

Updated: Aug. 19, 2024 at 3:59 PM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
The United Negro College Fund Birmingham is preparing to host its Fourth Annual Walk for Education this Saturday, Aug. 24, at Railroad Park.

News

Run For Them

The 10th Annual Just a Call Away 5K happens in Homewood this weekend

Updated: Aug. 16, 2024 at 2:45 PM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
The event includes family-friendly activities, a 5K race, a fun run, and more.

News

Safe Summer Series

Safe Summer Series 2024 season kicks off with a concert at Birmingham Botanical Gardens

Updated: Aug. 16, 2024 at 1:22 PM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
he concert will be held at the BBG on Sunday, August 18, at 6:00 p.m. It’s free to attend.

News

Drive Electric Alabama 2024 EV Summit

Drive Electric Alabama 2024 EV Summit brings industry and state leaders to Birmingham

Updated: Aug. 15, 2024 at 3:55 PM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
Mike Oatridge, the Executive Director of the Alabama Mobility and Power Center, says the industry continues to grow in Alabama.

TV

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How to download the WBRC 6 News app to your smart TV

Updated: Aug. 15, 2024 at 1:07 PM CDT
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By WBRC Staff
Download the WBRC 6 News app to your smart TV today.

News

Money

Penny Foundation hosting a free financial literacy event and Birmingham Barons baseball game

Updated: Aug. 13, 2024 at 1:03 PM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
The Penny Foundation is hosting “Hitting a Home Run in Personal and Business Finance” this Saturday, August 17 at Regions Field from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

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The 9th Annual Kutz 4 Kidz event will happen on Sunday, August 11 at the Black Effect Beauty...

9th Annual Kutz 4 Kidz providing haircuts and school supplies for hundreds of students

Updated: Aug. 9, 2024 at 11:12 AM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
They plan to distribute 750 bookbags and 150 vouchers for free haircuts.

Tuscaloosa News

‘State of the Community’ address draws hundreds in Tuscaloosa

‘State of the Community’ address draws hundreds in Tuscaloosa

Updated: Aug. 8, 2024 at 4:57 PM CDT
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By Kelvin Reynolds
Leaders of Tuscaloosa County’s three largest municipalities explained where they’re investing resources and improving the quality of life for residents in a ‘State of the Community’ address Thursday morning.

Good Day Alabama

spain park starts new mentor program

Good Day Alabama visits lunchroom at Spain Park High School

Updated: Aug. 8, 2024 at 12:06 PM CDT
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By Lynden Blake
Lynden Blake visited Spain Park High School for the first day of school Thursday.

News

Carver Jones Market is now open in Fairfield.

New grocery store opens in Fairfield

Updated: Jul. 31, 2024 at 10:21 AM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
The market is minority owned and owners say their goal is to provide fresh, affordable food, jobs, and resources to the community.

News

Students had the opportunity to work on a case using some of the same tools and techniques...

InfraGard holds 2024 Cyber Forensics Camp for middle school students

Updated: Jul. 30, 2024 at 12:52 PM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
Students had the opportunity to work on a case using some of the same tools and techniques used by the FBI to collect information and solve crimes

News

Tuscaloosa Zone Initiative program offers students resources outside of classroom

Zone Initiative in Tuscaloosa City School System aims to help students outside of classroom

Updated: Jul. 30, 2024 at 10:39 AM CDT
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By Kelvin Reynolds
Last year, the school system created a program to help some students and their families outside of the classroom.

Good Day Alabama

Midfield High School Cosmetology students giving free haircuts and hairstyles

Midfield High School students give free haircuts and hairstyles

Updated: Jul. 29, 2024 at 1:07 PM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
Cosmetology students at Midfield High School spent part of their summer break getting kids in their community ready for the upcoming school year by giving out free haircuts and hairstyles.

News

Basketball

Three 3 on 3 basketball tournament to be played at Finley Center

Updated: Jul. 29, 2024 at 8:19 AM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
J Smith Hoops and the Hoover Met Complex are partnering to host the Three Basketball Tournament. The 3 on 3 basketball competition will happen on Saturday, August 3 at the Finley Center of the Hoover Met Complex.

News

Ramsay Class of 2025 Senior Kickoff and Donation Drive

Ramsay Class of 2025 holding Senior Kickoff and Donation Drive

Updated: Jul. 25, 2024 at 12:55 PM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
Items to be collected include baby wipes, toilet paper, deodorant, and hand sanitizer.

Good Day Alabama

Cemetery cleanup in Pleasant Grove

Cemetery in Pleasant Grove gets much needed cleaning thanks to community

Updated: Jul. 24, 2024 at 12:47 PM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner and WBRC Digital Staff
Members from a church and community in Pleasant Grove banded together to help clean up a cemetery.

Good Day Alabama

Red Mountain Theatre is welcoming more people back as COVID-19 spread has slowed.

Beautiful: The Carole King Musical at the Red Mountain Theatre

Updated: Jul. 24, 2024 at 12:08 PM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner and WBRC Digital Staff
The award-winning Beautiful: Carole King the Musical is now in Birmingham at the Red Mountain Theatre.

Good Day Alabama

The Birmingham Youth and Young Adult Fellowship Choir is inviting families to enjoy gospel...

90′s back to school gospel concert happening this weekend

Updated: Jul. 17, 2024 at 11:37 AM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
At the event, families will be given free school supplies for the upcoming year.

News

Weight heavier than these dumbbells will be lifted at the WRPF's first Wyoming based event in...

Magic City Boot Camp returns to Legion Field

Updated: Jul. 2, 2024 at 1:55 PM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
Magic City Boot Camp is returning to Legion Field after being on hiatus for several years.

Good Day Alabama

United for United Way: A.G. Gaston Boys and Girls Club

A.G. Gaston Boys and Girls Club hosts United Way Day of Mentoring

Updated: Jun. 28, 2024 at 10:11 AM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
The clubhouse director at the A.G. Gaston Boys & Girls Club, Dominic McCoy, says it’s critical to connect young people with mentors from their community.

Good Day Alabama

Stock photo

Experts give advice to stay safe when exercising in extreme heat

Updated: Jun. 24, 2024 at 11:30 AM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
According to the American Heart Association, taking frequent breaks, avoiding exercise outside in early afternoon, and watching for signs of heat exhaustion are also important steps to staying safe.

News

The Boys and Girls Club of West Alabama is hoping to raise $5 million in a major fundraising...

Boys and Girls Club kicks off fundraiser in west Alabama

Updated: Jun. 21, 2024 at 11:09 AM CDT
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By Kelvin Reynolds
The Boys and Girls Club of West Alabama is hoping to raise $5 million in a major fundraising initiative they’re calling “Legacy of Hope.”

Good Day Alabama

DRUM the Program performing at 2nd Annual Montevallo Juneteenth Celebration

DRUM the Program performing at 2nd Annual Montevallo Juneteenth Celebration

Updated: Jun. 18, 2024 at 5:17 PM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
The Drum Rhythm Unification Movement, or “DRUM,” is an educational non-profit meant to develop social and emotional learning skills through West African drum and dance.

Connected Through Cooking

Korean Fried Chicken Sliders

Korean Fried Chicken Sliders

Updated: Jun. 18, 2024 at 11:29 AM CDT
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By Big Whiskey's American Restaurant
Big Whiskey’s American Restaurant joined us on Good Day Alabama to make Korean Fried Chicken Sliders.

Tuscaloosa News

1 injured in Tuscaloosa County house fire

1 injured in Tuscaloosa County house fire

Updated: Jun. 18, 2024 at 8:28 AM CDT
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By WBRC Digital Staff and Kelvin Reynolds
One person was injured in a house fire Tuesday morning in Tuscaloosa County, according to Tuscaloosa Fire Rescue.

News

Firefighter injured battling overnight fire in Brighton

Firefighter injured battling overnight fire in Brighton

Updated: Jun. 18, 2024 at 6:46 AM CDT
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By WBRC Digital Staff
A firefighter was taken to the hospital Tuesday morning after responding to a fire in the Brighton community.

Tuscaloosa News

Family in West Alabama are new homeowners thanks to Habitat for Humanity Tuscaloosa

Family in West Alabama new homeowners thanks to Habitat for Humanity Tuscaloosa

Updated: Jun. 17, 2024 at 8:29 AM CDT
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By Kelvin Reynolds
A family in West Alabama is new homeowners thanks to Habitat for Humanity Tuscaloosa. The charity that builds and repairs homes just completed a house for another family to move into.

Tuscaloosa News

Whatley Health Services

Whatley Health Services starts summer internship program

Updated: Jun. 13, 2024 at 1:38 PM CDT
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By Kelvin Reynolds
Whatley Health Services restarted an internship program this summer.

Good Day Alabama

Lakeshore Foundation, Birmingham, Ala.

Lakeshore Foundation hosting Governor’s Disability Summit

Updated: Jun. 11, 2024 at 6:32 PM CDT
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By Jeh Jeh Pruitt
The event will be hosted by the Lakeshore Foundation in Homewood.

News

The WWE SmackDown stage set up inside Legacy Arena in Birmingham, Ala.

WWE SmackDown to be preempted Friday night for Alabama State Games Opening Ceremony

Updated: Jun. 7, 2024 at 12:05 PM CDT
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By Jeffery Winborne
SmackDown will air at 11:05 p.m. Friday night on WBRC FOX6.

News

Marcell Dareus Football Cheer Camp

Former UA football star Marcell Dareus hosting free football and cheer camp

Updated: May. 30, 2024 at 1:48 PM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
The camp is for boys and girls aged 8-17 years old. The event is free and lunch and t-shirts will be provided as well.

Good Day Alabama

Softball game to benefit the Class of 2025.

Jefferson Co. Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. hosting scholarship softball game to benefit graduating seniors

Updated: May. 30, 2024 at 1:28 PM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
The game will be held at the Shades Valley High School softball field Saturday, June 1 at 4 p.m.

News

Kids enjoy a YMCA camp in Trussville.

Registration still open for YMCA Summer Day Camps

Updated: May. 28, 2024 at 11:39 AM CDT
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By Jonathan Skinner
Camp organizers say children will be able to participate in STEM-based projects, outdoor activities, swimming, other water fun, arts and crafts, and more during the summer.
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