Alabama City and State Leaders gather ahead of Willie Mays Park rededication

Alabama city and state leaders gather ahead of Willie Mays Park rededication

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Fresh paint, new lights and brand-new striping on the field gives Willie Mays Park a whole new look. "To be able to honor him and honor his legacy through baseball, and continue that legacy by rehabbing Willie Mays Park so children can come and enjoy baseball, because it changed his life," said regarding the importance of the renovations Senator Merika Coleman. Mayor Woodfin describes City Walk as state park, says…

Alabama City and State Leaders gather ahead of Willie Mays Park rededication

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Fresh paint, new lights and brand-new striping on the field gives Willie Mays Park a whole new look. "To be able to honor him and honor his legacy through baseball, and continue that legacy by rehabbing Willie Mays Park so children can come and enjoy baseball, because it changed his life," said regarding the importance of the renovations Senator Merika Coleman. Mayor Woodfin describes City Walk as state park, says…