Coronavirus Effects; New Hoops Coach At Samford: The Week In News

BIRMINGHAM, AL — As the coronavirus continues to worsen throughout the state, Patch is working to make sure the most relevant stories are coming your way online. This past week, some major developments regarding Birmingham and the entire state's handling of the pandemic made headlines.

Here are some of the stories that made headlines on Patch this past week:

Bucky McMillan To Leave Mountain Brook For Samford Job

Mountain Brook basketball head coach Bucky McMillan has been offered the Samford head coaching job, ending an unprecedented era in Mountain Brook sports.

Gov. Ivey Announces Launch Of New Coronoavirus Search Engine Tool

Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday announced the launch of a COVID-19 search engine tool that enhances the state's official resource site, altogetheralabama.org.

New UAB Basketball Coach Andy Kennedy Adds To Coaching Staff

The Andy Kennedy era at UAB began just a week ago, and the new Blazers basketball coach made a splash this week by adding some familiar faces to his staff.

Coronavirus Pandemic Could Cost Hoover $15 Million

Hoover Mayor Frank Brocato's letter to residents this week revealed that the City of Hoover could lose up to $15 million in tax revenue from the pandemic.

City Council Approves Hazard Pay For City Employees

The Birmingham City Council Tuesday unanimously approved allotting $500,000 for overtime and hazard pay for the city's employees who are required to have daily interaction with the public.