🌱 JeffCo Deputy Injured In Ensley Crash + Escaped Inmate Recaptured

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Here are the top three stories today in Birmingham:

1. A Jefferson County deputy was injured in a motorcycle crash in the Ensley area of Birmingham over the weekend. The deputy was part of an escort for a funeral procession in Birmingham when the crash occurred. The name of the deputy was not released, however, the individual is being treated for serious but non-life-threatening injuries. (WVTM13 Birmingham)
2. Looking for a new job? See who's hiring in the Birmingham area! Whether you're on the market for a new career change or are just looking for a supplemental part-time job, start your search with Patch and ZipRecruiter's latest list of job openings. (Birmingham Patch)
3. Authorities recaptured a local inmate who escaped over the weekend. On Sunday, Sharon Simmons reportedly left her assigned job location in Birmingham around 2:30 p.m. She is currently serving a 20-year sentence for third-degree burglary out of Tuscaloosa. Police did not state where she was found. (WBRC)

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Today in Birmingham:

• Guess the Comic Book! At Birmingham Public Library (9:00 AM)
• Off the Hook Crochet At Birmingham Public Library (10:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Ready to find your dream home in the Birmingham area? Start your search with the latest roundup from Patch and Redfin. (Birmingham Patch)
• George, Jayden, Ralphie, and more are looking for their fur-ever homes. Check out the latest adoptable pets in the B'ham area at the link! (Birmingham Patch)

You're officially in the loop for today! I'll see you around.

— Miranda Fraraccio

About me: Miranda Fraraccio is a born and raised Rhode Islander, now living in New York. She works as a staff writer for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and is a graduate of The University of Rhode Island, where she earned a degree in Writing & Rhetoric and Communication Studies. In her free time, you can find her traveling, drinking tea, or photographing her neighborhood as a street photographer.