BCS Names Superintendent; Arrest In Trucker's Death: Week In News

BIRMINGHAM, AL — This past week, Birmingham City Schools named Dr. Mark Sullivan its permanent superintendent, after Sullivan had served in the role on an interim basis for the last several months.

Also this past week, an arrest was made in the death of a female truck driver who was beaten to death August 19.

Here are those and more stories that made headlines this past week on Patch:

JeffCo Students To Receive School Meals While Learning Online

Students in the Jefferson County school system begin their school year at home this week, but while they will not receive in-person instruction for the first nine weeks, they will receive school meals.

Bessemer Man Charged With Murder In Death Of Female Trucker: PD

A Bessemer man has been charged with the murder of truck driver Christine Summers, who was beaten to death August 19.

Sullivan Named Permanent Superintendent For Birmingham Schools

Interim superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan will have the "interim" title taken off, as the Birmingham school board approved naming him the system's permanent superintendent Monday.

Veteran Sports Writer's Book Remembers Pro Football In Birmingham

Veteran sports writer Scott Adamson explores the history of pro football in Birmingham in his new book, "The Home Team: My Bromance With Off-Brand Football."

Alabama Heroes: Help Patch Recognize Those Making A Difference

Patch has partnered with Ring to shine a spotlight on the neighborhood heroes who are making a difference in their communities.