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4 days ago
- Business
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Nonprofit organization donates 3 AED's to American Village
MONTEVALLO, Ala. (WIAT) — The Lord Wedgewood Charity donated three Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) to Montevallo's American Village. Based in Birmingham, the Lord Wedgewood Charity is dedicated to supplying high schools and community gathering places with AEDs. 'The donation was made possible through the collaborative efforts of several local leaders with deep ties to American Village and each other,' American Village said in a statement. Rusty Lowe, an alum of Leadership Shelby County who works with GoRescue, will assist with installation and training for the AED units. 23-year-old former Walker County deputy pleads guilty in case involving death of Anthony 'Tony' Mitchell 'This is an important step for American Village to provide safety for their visitors and staff,' Lowe said in a statement. 'We are excited to be part of this process. AEDs and CPR are of utmost importance for the survival of victims experiencing sudden cardiac arrest and time is of the essence.' According to a statement from American Village, this donation will enhance emergency preparedness and ensure a safe environment. 'This is a great example of what happens when a community works together,' Alan Miller, CEO of American Village stated. 'Thanks to the kindness and initiative of these individuals and organizations, we are better prepared to respond to medical emergencies—especially during large public events like Independence Day, when we welcome thousands of visitors to campus.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-03-2025
- General
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Gov. Kay Ivey signs ‘Two Lights for Tomorrow Day' proclamation
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — Governor Kay Ivey signed a proclamation on Thursday endorsing a national initiative declaring Friday, April 18, as Two Lights for Tomorrow Day. According to the Alabama USA Semiquincentennial Commission and the American Village in Montevallo, the day aims to signify the ride of Paul Revere in 1775 — specifically, the line 'One if by land, two if by sea' written in Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's poem, 'Paul Revere's Ride.' 'Today, 250 years later, we gather together to plan ways to ensure that not only are those events remembered, but more importantly to ensure that not just the 'what' of 'what happened' is remembered but the 'why,'' The Alabama USA Semiquincentennial Commission stated on their website. 'We are called not to remember history just for history's sake, but to make it relevant, meaningful, and engaging for the public today.' The Alabama USA Semiquincentennial Foundation and the American Village are encouraging people to participate in Two Lights for Tomorrow Day by displaying two lights in statehouses, offices, schools, churches and homes on April 18. More information can be found here. Gov. Ivey's full proclamation reads: PROCLAMATIONBy the Governor of AlabamaWHEREAS, the state of Alabama recognizes the importance of honoring and commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding of our nation; andWHEREAS, the events of 1775 that began the revolution the year before independence was declared are significant moments that signaled the creation of a national identity and unity of purpose that transcended national geographic, cultural and societal divides; andWHEREAS, on the evening of April 18, 1775, with impending hostile action from the British Army in Boston, Massachusetts, Paul Revere and William Dawes along with other alarm riders undertook a perilous ride to alert everyone in the countryside of the coming danger; andWHEREAS, preceding their departure from Boston, a prearranged signal was set in the Old North Church steeple to ensure that the message got out and did not solely rely on just one or two alarm riders; andWHEREAS, the two lanterns that were the signal were immortalized in Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's poem Paul Revere's Ride as 'One if by land, and two if by sea' and have become an enduring symbol of American vigilance, perseverance and preparedness in the face of adversity; andWHEREAS, we are reminded, 250 years later, that the call for unity and the call to serve each other is no less relevant today than it was then; andWHEREAS, a national initiative has been proposed by the United States Semiquincentennial Commission that two lights be displayed in public spaces across the country for all to see marking that significant anniversary in April 2025 and the beginning of the 250th anniversary commemorations leading up to the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026; andWHEREAS, that state of Alabama supports and encourages community events that promote patriotism, unity and reflection on our shared history;NOW, THEREFORE, I, Kay Ivey, Governor of Alabama, do hereby endorse the nationalinitiative and proclaim Friday, April 18, 2025, as Two Lights for Tomorrow DayIn the state of Alabama and encourage reflection on the idea that all these historic events were endeavoring toward one common goal: the chance to embrace our God-given rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of Under My Hand and the Great Seal of the Office of Governor at the State Capitol in the City of Montgomery on the 6th day of March 2025. Kay Ivey, Governor Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
20-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
9th annual Festival of Tulips to open at American Village
MONTEVALLO, Ala. (WIAT) — American Village's 9th annual Festival of Tulips will open at 10 a.m. Saturday. The festival will feature performances from American Village's actors, as well as a puppet show. The event will also include food trucks, including Nettie B's Grill, C's Cake & Coffee House, Sunshine Lemonade, Frozen Rooster and Birmingham Wings & Waffles. Miss America Abbie Stockard to speak at Center Point Prayer Breakfast The festival will last as long as the tulips are blooming. It will be open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. It is recommended to check American Village's website plus Facebook and Instagram accounts for updates and field conditions before visiting. Admission to the tulip field is $5 per person. Tulips will be $2 each. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
