07/13/2020
We expect a high today in the low 90s, right at seasonal averages. But, mid to upper 90s are likely by Wednesday, and this should be the hottest week so far this summer.
I don't like the idiotic "heat tips" like "go into an air conditioned room" and "stay out of the sun to be cooler" (you will see this all over the TV news this week). Believe it or not, those that follow this page can actually can figure this out on their own.
But, for those that work outside, you do need to know the symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. When this comes on, you do have to stop and get some relief immediately. Take it easy out there this week...
07/08/2020
Birmingham Zoo reduces operating hours due to low attendance during pandemic
The Birmingham Zoo reduced its operating hours and days because people aren't visiting as much as they used to before the COVID-19 pandemic. Like many businesses, the zoo closed to the public on March 19, under state quarantine orders. They reopened on June 8 with new social distancing and health pr...
07/07/2020
STAY SAFE: Jefferson County has entered the ‘Very High Risk’ phase of COVID-19 infection, according to the Alabama Dept. of Public Health.
Counties in the ‘High Risk’ phase include: Calhoun, Etowah, Pickens, Shelby, St. Clair, and Talladega.
Go here to check on risk-levels by county: https://www.alabamapublichealth.gov/covid19/guidance.html
07/02/2020
RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT: Check out APC's resources for children birth to five years in Alabama ▶️ https://bit.ly/3eOWoMA
07/02/2020
Keep the kids busy with this fun 4th of July Scavenger Hunt!
06/27/2020
Alabama school districts exploring options for virtual learning
Online learning in the fall could be the only option for parents across the state. It may be a challenge for students who don't have access to reliable computers or internet. “First, we extended our WIFI out in the Spring, it didn’t cover the entire city limits of Bessemer," said Besseme...
06/05/2020
Our deepest condolences for the loss of Dr. Edwards
Such a great man, and a great ambassador, he made the world a better place for more than 37 years at United Ability
It is with the heaviest of hearts that we write this message.
Our beloved CEO, Dr. Gary Edwards, passed away this morning after an extended illness.
For 37 years, “Dr. E” dedicated his life to our children and adults living with disabilities and special needs.
From his mantras “Babies cannot wait” and “Employing adults with disabilities should be on every board agenda” to every service in between, Dr. Edwards’ vision and passion were unsurpassed.
United Ability will not be the same without him; yet, his legacy will live on through the life-spectrum programs he built and through every life touched.
Please join the United Ability Staff and Boards of Directors as we pray for The Edwards Family during this difficult time.
Tributes in memory of Dr. Edwards can be made at www.unitedability.org/give or mailed to:
United Ability
100 Oslo Circle
Birmingham, AL 35211
With heartfelt gratitude for your support,
The United Ability Executive Team
Tina Shaddix, COO
Dr. Charlie Law, CMO
Alison Berman, CDO
Kristi Hart, CHRO
Brad Spencer, CFO
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