Jarvis Robertson

2 weeks ago | wvtm13.com | Jarvis Robertson

The NCAA Women's Basketball Regional at Legacy Arena in Birmingham generated more than $12 million in economic impact last month, according to city organizers.Leaders reported that 45,000 tickets were sold for the weekend-long event. David Galbaugh, vice president of sports sales and marketing for the Greater Birmingham Convention and Visitors Bureau, said the hotels and restaurants in downtown Birmingham were thriving."From the broadcast, you know, our seats were full with people.

2 weeks ago | wvtm13.com | Jarvis Robertson

Eyes were watching Wall Street Thursday as stocks took a noticeable dip, leaving many people concerned or overwhelmed. The big question some people may be asking is, why should you care about what's happening?WVTM 13 spoke to a professor of economics from Samford University who said multiple times that this is a "significant economic event."The best advice Dr. Jeremy Thornton gave was not to overreact.

3 weeks ago | wvtm13.com | Jarvis Robertson

The chip factory once known for a sweet and salty snack is getting new life with The Factory at Golden Flake redevelopment. It's expected to be a mixed-use space for retail and warehouse. However, no leases have been signed at this time. Golden Flake ceased operations in 2023, and the property has sold twice since closing. 2nds in Building Materials, Inc. retail store, Southern Salvage, is preparing to leave its current location in Irondale and take up space and the anchor store in Titusville.

3 weeks ago | wvtm13.com | Jarvis Robertson

Baseball was in full swing for young children in Birmingham Tuesday evening, something police are excited to see. Chief Michael Pickett mentioned in his 8-point crime reduction plan last month that the Police Athletic Teams (PAT) would be returning this spring. This is a way for the youth to build rapport with officers, in hopes of a long-term crime reduction tactic. "I’m an advocate of the PAT. I know exactly what they’re trying to do," said assistant coach of the Ensley Crush, Dion Luster.

3 weeks ago | wvtm13.com | Jarvis Robertson

Alabama is one step closer to banning the recreational use of products that contain nitrous oxide. SB 78 was introduced in this legislative session and moved through both chambers pretty fast. The Senate passed the bill in February, the House did the same on March 19. "I think it's good," said Calera police chief David Hyche. "I know you can order it from Amazon, and there are different gas stations around Shelby County that were found that were selling the the product.