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Caroleene Dobson responds to Shomari Figures’ Democratic National Convention speech
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Republican congressional candidate Caroleene Dobson said there were parts of her opponent Shomari Figures’ speech at the Democratic National Convention that she actually liked. “He’s a very talented speaker,” Dobson told WKRG News 5. “I loved that he referenced the legacy of civil rights leaders in District 2.” Shomari Figures spoke […]
Alabama man incapacitated from Boar’s Head listeria outbreak files federal lawsuit
An Alabama man who contracted a listeria infection that has left him incapacitated and hospitalized for more than a month has filed a federal lawsuit against Boar’s Head, claiming the company’s since-recalled deli meat led to his condition. Jeffrey Scott Cox, who became ill after consuming Boar’s Head...
UAB looking to add clinics across state to address dental crisis
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The American Dental Association ranks Alabama 51st in the nation for access to dental care, a ranking UAB’s School of Dentistry wants to change. School leaders want to add more dental clinics near rural and moderately urban parts of the state. They have already launched...
FuelAL: Alabama’s initiative to retain young professionals
OPELIKA, Ala. (WTVM) - Alabama has introduced a summer program designed to retain young professionals within the state. FuelAL aims to connect college interns with the vibrant lifestyle and recreational opportunities in the areas where they work. “There are so many industries here that I didn’t even know were in...
Alabama drivers frustrated by rising car insurance rates
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) – Auto insurance rates are expected to continue increasing this year, with Alabama projected to rise by 18%. According to AAA, these hikes are nothing new as car insurance rates have been increasing annually for the last several years. “Typically, the reason that we see that happen is because of an increase […]
Auburn's Brian Battie released from hospital after three months
After three months of treatment and recovery, Auburn running back Brian Battie was released from Sarasota Memorial Hospital this week, according to a Facebook update from his mother, Adrienne. Battie was shot in his hometown of Sarasota, Florida, in May, and had been hospitalized since. In late June, he was...
City Mourns Friday Death of “Tuscaloosa’s Doctor” Ramesh Peramsetty
City leaders, his staff and patients across the area are mourning the Friday afternoon death of "Tuscaloosa's Doctor," Ramesh Peramsetty. Peramsetty was the well-known founder and medical director of a group of local medical officers operating as the Crimson Network, including Alabama Family Medical Care, both Crimson Care locations, Crimson Village and the Tuscaloosa Weight Loss Center.
Selma Saints beat Park Crossing in season opener at Memorial Stadium
The Selma High Saints came out the gate running Friday night in their opening game of the 2024 football season against Park Crossing, winning 30-20. Park Crossing was mere inches from making a touchdown, when No. 11 Kristan “Megatron” Moore intercepted and ran from one stretch of the field to the other to score a touchdown. Surely that was close to or at 70 or 80 yards. Rushing two-point conversion was successful by Nicholas "Smoove" Thomas.
The Extra Point: New Brockton vs. Pike Liberal Arts
TROY, Ala. (WDHN) — Friday night the New Brockton Gamecocks battled more than just an opponent. Playing for the first time since a Freshman player died after collapsing during practice last week. With heavy hearts, the team took the field with Semaj Wilkins on their minds and hearts. Wilkins collapsed during practice on August 13, […]
Lawrence delivers legislative updates to Children’s Policy Council
Rep. Kelvin Lawrence (D-Hayneville) addressed the Lowndes County Children’s Policy Council during the group’s quarterly meeting held Aug. 14, informing council members on legislative news impacting area children. Lawrence shared good news with the council, describing Alabama’s Education Trust Fund budget as the largest in the fund’s history. “We have the biggest Education Trust Fund […]
Prattville mayor addresses concerns over condemned house
Prattville Mayor Bill Gillespie is taking time to address rumors on social media regarding a condemned house. He said code enforcement workers noticed the house in April, and it was recently condemned. Gillespie says there has been a lot of public outcry over the property and the Robinson family who...
Wilcox County Career & Resources Fair to be held Sept. 17
The Wilcox County Career & Resources Fair will be held on Sept. 17 at the Wilcox Central High School Gym from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The fair is presented by the Culver School of Business at the University of Alabama, A-Reset, the Alabama Department of Human Resources, Wilcox County Public School System, and the Wilcox County Chamber of Commerce.
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