If you have a penchant for opening a bottle or uncorking a drink, you'll find significance in today being the 91st anniversary of the ratification of the 21st Amendment. This amendment repealed the 18th Amendment, bringing an end to prohibition at the federal level. Let's delve into the various aspects related to this milestone.

Where Should the Mud Go?

The environmental group Mobile Baykeeper has raised objections to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' plans for widening and deepening the Mobile Harbor Shipping Channel. The concern lies in what will be done with the sediment dredged from the channel. The Corps' plan involves using "thin-layer placement," which Mobile Baykeeper refers to as "experimental mud dumping." There are worries about the potential to cover up plant and animal life and muddy the bay. However, not everyone opposes this. Mobile Bay National Estuary Program Director Roberta Swann believes that keeping the dredged material in its environment would be more beneficial. She clarifies that the common misconception that sediment on the seafloor will suffocate creatures is incorrect; in reality, those little critters can crawl out and reach the surface. 2: The implications of this sediment disposal issue extend beyond just environmental concerns. It has implications for the ecosystem and the various organisms that depend on the bay. The decision on how to handle the dredged sediment will have long-term effects on the health and balance of the marine environment.

Food Truck Boom in Birmingham

There could be a significant food-truck boom in Birmingham if the city's changes have the desired effect. Currently, 192 food trucks are poised to roll through the city next year. The city is adjusting its food-truck ordinance and streamlining the permit process. Permits that used to take two or three months can now be issued in just two or three days. Additionally, the permit fees for some prime locations are coming down by hundreds of dollars. Birmingham began allowing food trucks in 2014, and in the first couple of years, there were fewer than five trucks in the business. Now, the potential for a food-truck explosion is on the horizon. 2: This growth in the food-truck industry not only offers more culinary options for residents and visitors but also has the potential to boost the local economy. Food trucks can become a vibrant part of the city's streetscape, attracting people and creating a sense of community.

Super 7 High School Football Championships

The Super 7 high school football championships are in full swing at Birmingham's Protective Stadium. It started with a thrilling game as Thompson High School defeated Central-Phenix City 21-7 on Wednesday night, winning the Class 7A title. This gives Thompson five state championships in the past six years. Today, three games are being played: Mars Hill Bible and Houston Academy in Class 3A at 11 a.m., Maplesville and Wadley in Class 1A at 3 p.m., and Montgomery Catholic and Moody in Class 5A at 7 p.m. On Friday, three more games will conclude the championships: Cherokee County and Jackson in 4A at 11 a.m., Tuscaloosa Academy and Reeltown in 2A at 3 p.m., and Parker and Saraland in 6A at 7 p.m. 2: These football championships bring together high school athletes from different schools and communities, showcasing their skills and sportsmanship. It's a time of excitement and pride for the participating schools and their fans.

By the Numbers

A 54-year-old Pelham man received an 80-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to two counts of production of child pornography and one count of possession of child pornography. Such cases highlight the serious nature of child pornography and the need for strict legal measures to protect children. 2: Such incidents serve as a reminder of the importance of safeguarding the well-being and innocence of our youth. The legal system must continue to take a firm stance against such heinous crimes.