🌱 UAB Women's Tennis At The Hoover Met + Annual 5k Run Fundraiser

Good morning, Hoover! I'm back with your fresh copy of the Hoover Patch newsletter. Here are all the things you need to know about what's happening in the community today.

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But first, your local weather:

• Saturday: Cooler with periods of sun. High: 53 Low: 29.
• Sunday: Rather cloudy and cold. High: 48 Low: 27.

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Here are the top stories today in Hoover:

1. An investigation is taking place in Ragland, Al, of a double homicide and arrest related to a double murder that occurred in Birmingham the previous night. Police responded to a disturbance call around midnight in Ragland, where they found Amber L. Manning shot dead in the driveway and Timothy R. Davidson inside the home injured. He was airlifted to the UAB Hospital, where he also died from a gunshot wound. Daniel P. Watson was taken into custody after approaching a Leeds officer early Tuesday morning, claiming he shot these two individuals as well as two others in Birmingham. (wvtm13.com)
2. The UAB Blazers women's tennis team will be hosting two matches this weekend at the Hoover Met, including nationally ranked Florida State. This will be the first competition for the Blazers after returning home from spring break. UAB has a 7-6 record at this point in the season. UAB will be competing in all of their home contest at the Hoover Met, and admission to these matches is always free. (UAB Athletics)
3. The Circle of Love Foundation will be hosting its second annual 5k fundraiser today, 9 a.m. at Veterans Park to help children receive book bags, school supplies, and other necessities throughout central Alabama. The 5k welcomes all those interested in participating, regardless of age or fitness level. The cost to participate in the run is $35, and every penny raised goes directly to children in need. The Circle of Love Foundation has been servicing children since 2004 through many different fundraisers and will continue to do so. (Hoover Sun)

Today and tomorrow in Hoover:

Saturday, March 18

• The Farmers Market at Brock's Gap - Hoover Chamber of Commerce (8:00 AM)
• Gun Show - Finley Center (9:00 AM)
• Steph Tolev - StarDome Comedy Club (6:30 PM)

Sunday, March 19

• Gun Show - Finley Center (9:00 AM)
• Sunday Funday Specials - Brixx Wood Fire Pizza (11:00 AM)
• Patti LaBelle - Alys Stephens Center (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• We're back once again for National Night Out down at Riverchase Galleria for the first time since 2019. Tuesday, Mar. 21, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. bring your family out and enjoy a nice night surrounded by your neighbors. (Hoover (AL) Police Department via Facebook)
• A quick blast from the past was provided from an old post from 2018. A look at Montgomery Hwy at Highway 150 from the late 60s to today. (Hoover (AL) Police Department via Facebook)
• There are not many things better in this world than the beautiful white, sandy beaches down in coastal Alabama. Gulf Shores and Orange Beach are just a few hot spots to visit when traveling as the weather warms up. (Visit Coastal Alabama via Instagram)

You're officially in the loop for today. I'll catch up with you soon with a new update!

— Miranda Fraraccio

About me: Miranda Fraraccio is a staff writer for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners. She is a graduate of the University of Rhode Island, where she earned degrees in Writing & Rhetoric and Communication Studies. In her free time, you can find her traveling, drinking tea, or practicing film photography.