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Police chase ends with three arrests
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Three men are facing charges after a police chase ended on Memorial Parkway Monday night. According to Huntsville Police, the department’s Anti-Crime Unit was following up on a previous investigation involving a car. Investigators located the car and tried to pull it over but the driver refused to stop.
Alabama Governor shares message for teachers preparing for back-to-school season
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) – On Monday, Governor Kay Ivey shared a special message for Alabama teachers preparing to start the school year. The nearly two-minute video can be viewed on the governor’s YouTube page, in which she mentions her experience as a teacher and offers encouragement to current educators. Click here to watch the full video.
Annual Alabama Coastal Birdfest Nature Expo celebrates its 20th anniversary
SPANISH FORT, Ala. (WPMI) — The South Alabama Land Trust (SALT), a regional land conservation nonprofit, is hitting a major milestone in its 34-year history; this year’s annual Alabama Coastal BirdFest & Nature Expo in October will be the 20th consecutive year of this premier Gulf Coast event.
From lockdowns to drills: Alabama's proactive approach to school safety
It's been 25 years since the shooting at Columbine High School. Now, every year we hear reports of school shootings. Central Alabama knows all too well about threats on campus - proving time and again that training saves lives. Earlier this year a Walker County school resource officers put Oakman...
Smurfit Westrock is now operating in Stevenson
Smurfit Westrock cuts the ribbon on Stevenson Plant. STEVENSON, ALA. On Tuesday, July 9, the Mountain Lakes Chamber of Commerce participated in a ribbon cutting for Smurfit Westrock, formerly known as Westrock. The Chamber stated, “Congratulations to Smurfit-Westrock on being the go-to as a sustainable packaging partner of choice. Thank you for the outstanding hospitality during your ribbon cutting, and thank you for being a part of the bigger picture for Jackson County.” The plant is located at 1611 County Road 85, Stevenson.
Update: Delays in Florence from crash at Huntsville Road and Cox Creek Parkway
UPDATE: Roadway has been cleared. Florence Police Department says There is a vehicle crash at Huntsville Road and Cox Creek Parkway near Green Valley Nursery. Police are advising avoid the area if possible and expect delays if you have to travel that way.
Meal Barrel Finds a Base
TUSCUMBIA — The Colbert County Board of Education offered a new home to the Meal Barrel Project ahead of the center’s August eviction. August 7 will be the last donation day at the current location in the old National Guard Armory building in Sheffield. On August 14, donations...
Southside football star Derick Smith switches commitment from UA to Auburn
Southside High football star Derick Smith has switched his commitment from playing at the University of Alabama to Auburn University. Smith of Selma announced his pick for Alabama in March. However, Bama 24/7 Sports reports four-star recruit Smith of Selma made the decision on Saturday night shortly after a "Big Cat Weekend" visit to Auburn.
Condolences extended to Councilman Hughes
BRIDGEPORT, ALA. – The City of Bridgeport extended its condolences to Councilman Barry Hughes and his family on the loss of their son, Brian Hughes. North Jackson Press (NJP) also wishes to express its sympathy to Mr. Hughes’s family and everyone he loved. Brian Hughes, age 47, of...
City leaders in Jacksonville preparing for e-scooters
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. (WBRC) - City leaders in Jacksonville are finalizing plans for the city to have E-Scooters. A popular transportation method and a boost to the economy. Officials in Jacksonville say they welcome these scooters but they have to be safe for everyone. City leaders along with the E-Scooter company...
New Bill Would Require Alabamians to Obtain Permit Before Carrying Assault Weapons
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — A recently filed bill would require Alabamians to obtain a permit for carrying assault weapons, whether on their person or in their vehicle. House Bill 23, introduced by Rep. Kenyatte Hassell, D-Montgomery, defines an assault weapon as a semiautomatic rifle capable of accepting detachable magazines and possessing at least one of six specific features, such as a folding stock or a second handgrip.
All West Alabama First Responders Invited To Free Appreciation Lunch
How much do we appreciate our Alabama first responders?. Well, just talk to someone who had a life-saving experience with a local first responder. Now, we can put our money where our mouth is and give back to our first responders. Who is invited?. Police, firefighters, EMT/Rescue crews, nurses, doctors,...
Fishermen Break Alabama State Record With 495-Pound Bull Shark Caught At Annual Fishing Rodeo
For the second time in as many years, a shark fishing record was broken at the annual Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo off Dauphin Island after anglers brought a new state record bull shark to the scales. Last year, anglers landed a state record 1,019-pound Tiger Shark that made national headlines. This time around, angler […] The post Fishermen Break Alabama State Record With 495-Pound Bull Shark Caught At Annual Fishing Rodeo appeared first on BroBible.