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Update: South Alabama under a heat advisory Wednesday
On Tuesday at 7:34 p.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated heat advisory valid for Wednesday between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. for Choctaw, Washington, Clarke, Wilcox, Monroe, Conecuh, Butler, Crenshaw, Escambia, Covington, Mobile and Baldwin counties. The weather service comments, "Heat index values up to 109 degrees expected."
New produce store brings affordable and nutritious food to a Mobile Co. food desert
PRICHARD, Ala. (WPMI) — More residents in Prichard will have access to fresh fruits and vegetables thanks to M&K’s Fresh Produce. The store opened its doors to the public on Monday. It is located on Saint Stephen's Road. "We've been needing fresh vegetables in the area and thank...
New market opens in Prichard to combat food desert, lack of healthy options
PRICHARD, Ala. (WKRG) — M&K’s Fresh Produce Market opens Monday morning in Prichard. Much of the city is in what’s known as a “food desert” where affordable, healthy food options are hard to get. A news release from the City of Prichard says: As a community labeled as a food desert, this new M & […]
City of Prichard, Prichard Housing Authority to host July 4 celebration
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The City of Prichard and the Prichard Housing Authority are preparing to host the Annual Fourth of July Celebration. According to a press release, this year’s event will be held starting at 6 p.m. on July 4 at Highpoint Park. LOCATION: The activities will begin at 6 p.m. followed by a […]
Children’s Harbor center unveils inclusive playground in north Alabama
ECLECTIC, Ala. (WIAT) — A new piece of equipment will provide fun for kids side-by-side at a resource center in north Alabama. The Children’s Harbor at the Harbor Lodge Family Camp unveiled a $750,000 playground, designed to provide activities for children of all abilities. The playground features ramps, musical and sensory elements as well as […]
Judge rules next steps for Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — Lawyers representing the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission and other license applicants gathered for a hearing at the state’s capital Tuesday. The commission has awarded but not issued any licenses to applicants up to this point because of legal injunctions. Now, Judge James Anderson has allowed the commission to move forward with […]
Over $11 million in grants to add EV charging stations across Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WKRG) — Some Alabama cities are getting more electric vehicle charging stations after receiving funding. According to a news release, the Alabama Department of Economic Affairs administered 14 grants totaling $11.2 million to “ensure Alabama is poised to accommodate electric vehicles as they continue to make their way onto the state’s roads.” The […]
Better Business Bureau warns classic car buyers to steer clear of internet scams
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Central and South Alabama is issuing a warning to consumers about a surge in reports of fake classic car and heavy equipment websites scamming individuals. The fraudulent sites are tricking buyers into losing substantial sums of money, with Alabamians falling victim to car dealer scams originating from other states. […] The post Better Business Bureau warns classic car buyers to steer clear of internet scams appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Alabama community colleges say financial aid awards are coming, amid FAFSA delays
Alabama community and technical college students who completed federal financial aid forms will start to receive notice of their award packages this week, officials said Tuesday. About half of community college students in the state should be eligible for some aid. The letters will come as colleges across the country...
Texas Ranked In Top Ten Of Worst States For Summer
The Texas summer is full swing as we all know. While the state enjoyed a lot of rain at the beginning of the year, the sun is now making its presence known. Air conditioners are constantly running, and Texans are doing everything they can to stay out of the sun for as long as possible. But Texas isn't the only dealing with this right?
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