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Cullman County deputies in Alabama made three significant drug busts over Christmas, arresting Nathan Whitfield, Albert Dragon, and Leann Elizabeth Finchum for trafficking meth, fentanyl, and marijuana. These arrests resulted from routine traffic stops that turned into proactive enforcement, demonstrating the sheriffs offices commitment to cracking down on drugs in the area. Checkout Solipillow.com

Georgia Southern Triumphs in JLab Birmingham Bowl: O.J. Arnolds Big Day, Stellar Defense Secures Victory Georgia Southern Eagles dominated Appalachian State in the JLab Birmingham Bowl, winning 29-10 at Protective Stadium in Birmingham. The Eagles, from the Sun Belt Conference, started strong and never looked back, thanks to a big rushing day from O.J. Arnold and a stifling defense. Arnold earned game MVP honors, rushing for 153 yards and topping 1,000 for the season. The defense forced four turnovers, with Dorrian Smith grabbing two interceptions. This victory gives Georgia Southern a 7-6 record, their second straight winning season and fourth bowl appearance in a row— a first in program history. Checkout Solipillow.com

Alabama sees a staggering surge in ER visits for viral respiratory diseases, with flu cases driving the increase. A tragic flu-related death of an eleven-year-old child has been reported. Health officials advise getting vaccinated and practicing preventive measures to curb the spread. The flu season is expected to peak soon, with those at highest risk being older adults, young children, and individuals with health issues. Checkout Solipillow.com

Birmingham Police Chief Michael Pickett highlights progress in reducing violent crime, particularly homicides, due to strong police work. However, he warns of a rise in domestic violence cases. Pickett emphasizes the need for teamwork with local offices and resources to tackle this issue, stressing that even one loss of life is too many. He calls for community involvement in mental health training and support to make families safer. Checkout Solipillow.com

Jacksonville, Alabama, experiences a Christmas Eve shooting at Hickory Run Apartments, leaving four injured. Multiple shooters opened fire during a party, leading to a mass exodus. Police Chief Marcus Wood vows to apprehend the out-of-town suspects, emphasizing that people, not weapons, are responsible for the violence. Neighbors and investigators work tirelessly to bring the perpetrators to justice. Checkout Solipillow.com

In Trussville, Alabama, Kanen Isaac Harper, 24, faces murder charges for the shooting death of Christian White, 32, outside Velmas karaoke bar. The altercation began inside the bar, escalated outside, and ended with Harper firing multiple rounds, claiming self-defense due to a knife threat and punch. Despite waiving his rights for an interview, Harper was granted a $200,000 bond with electronic monitoring. Checkout Solipillow.com

39-year-old Charles Alan Cummings from Vestavia Hills, Alabama, was denied bond after an Aniah’s Law hearing. He faces severe charges including first-degree domestic violence, rape, and kidnapping. The incident began when Cummings forced his way into his ex-girlfriends home, assaulted her, and drove her to an airport. Surveillance footage showed him ramming a gate and offering her for sex. The woman sought help from neighbors, leading to Cummings arrest. The judge found probable cause to send all charges to a grand jury, keeping Cummings in custody with no bond. Checkout Solipillow.com

Nick Derzis, Hoovers new mayor, promises transparency and economic growth, live-streaming meetings and giving council members time to review decisions. Hes finding citizens more engaged than during his police chief tenure. A hot topic is the Riverchase Galleria, with Derzis planning to expand a study on its future and handle the citys growth. Checkout Solipillow.com

48-year-old Birmingham man, Kevin Holloway, charged with murder for fatally shooting unarmed Bobby Sherman Richardson during an argument. Holloway claims self-defense, but witnesses and police report Richardson was unarmed. Holloways lawyer argues for release, citing clean record and cooperation, but prosecutor emphasizes deadly force in crowded area with child present. Bond set at $150,000 with strict conditions. Checkout Solipillow.com