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The U.S. flag has made its way from Washington, D.C., through 15 states on its way to The World Games in Birmingham.

Sales tax revenues climbed 18%, helping create a record $34 million surplus.

A growing number of Hoover residents say that in recent years they’re having to deal with stormwater problems more frequently than in the past, flooding both yards and homes at an alarming rate.

The city is paying $375,000 to buy the land with plans of annexing it and reselling it potentially for restaurant, retail or recreational use.

The property is at 5352 U.S. 280, directly across from the Walmart Supercenter.

The complex, which is owned by the city but managed by a private company, continued to exceed expectations in the fiscal year, which ended Sept. 30, said John Sparks, the executive who oversees about half a dozen complexes for Sports Facilities Manag

Lyndsey Baxley has lived in Hoover since 2014 and works as an occupational therapist at Green Valley and Gwin elementary schools.

The deaths of four people were blamed on Alabama flooding, officials said. Flash flood warnings and watches were issued Thursday for much of the state.

The deaths of four people were blamed on Alabama flooding, officials said. Flash flood warnings and watches were issued Thursday for much of the state.

A child’s death was blamed Alabama flash flooding, officials said. Flash flood warnings and watches were issued Thursday for much of the state.