FedEx Driver Arrested + Omicron In Alabama: The Week In News

BIRMINGHAM, AL — This past week began with news of the arrest of a FedEx Driver who discarded hundreds of undelivered packages in Blount County, and ended with news of the first case of the omicron variant of the coronavirus in Alabama.

In between, the week brought news of a major college football transfer, and a trend on the social media app Tik Tok that had local school systems on edge.

Here are those stories and more from this past week on Patch:

Former Pinson QB Bo Nix To Transfer From Auburn

After three years as the Auburn starting quarterback, former Pinson Valley High School star Bo Nix has reportedly entered the NCAA transfer portal.

FedEx Driver Accused Of Discarding Packages Has Been Arrested

A FedEx driver who is accused of dumping more than 400 undelivered packages into a ravine in Blount County faces Class D felony charges for cargo theft.

Tik-Tok Threat: 2 Area School Systems Go Virtual Friday

Two Birmingham-area school systems have opted for an e-learning day Friday due to a viral thereat on Tik Tok.

First Case Of Omicron Variant In Alabama Confirmed

Alabama health officials have confirmed the first case of the omicron variant of the coronavirus in the state.