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New park coming to Prattville
PRATTVILLE, Ala. (WSFA) - During Prattville Founders Day on Friday, Prattville Mayor Bill Gillespie, Jr. announced plans to build a new park in the town. The Prattville Land Company has donated eight acres of land to be developed into Vista Point Park. The park will have an observation deck by...
Birmingham faith leaders answer call to combat gun violence
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Over the next 30 days, faith leaders across Birmingham will open their church doors at 6 p.m. to pray, go out in the community and pass along a message of hope. On Thursday, many of those leaders gathered at the Epic Center to kick-start this effort to gun violence in the […]
Coosada officials allege Millbrook’s proposed annexation on Chapman Road is illegal
Top Photo credit Selti.org. The Town of Coosada called an emergency meeting this morning to discuss a proposed annexation by the City of Millbrook, one which Coosada Mayor Jim Houston feels is being done illegally. Lacking a quorum, as three council members did not attend, the meeting was more of...
Wetumpka art legend Don Sawyer dies
Look anywhere in Wetumpka and there is Don Sawyer’s mark — the Hollywood Fish. Almost always on a yellow background, the fish is wearing sunglasses and grinning to the world. Look close enough, and you’re likely to find a cross and a church in the painting. Those paintings will now stand as memories as Sawyer died Friday after a battle with cancer.
Lake Guntersville residents say mining operation emerged over Independence Day
This article originally appeared on Inside Climate News, a nonprofit, independent news organization that covers climate, energy and the environment. It is republished with permission. Sign up for their newsletter here. LANGSTON — In a state-owned lodge atop Taylor Mountain in Lake Guntersville State Park, the walls are covered with paintings of bald eagles. Busts of the […] The post Lake Guntersville residents say mining operation emerged over Independence Day appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
Wetumpka’s Cosmic Hippy operates out of shipping container
WETUMPKA, Ala. (WSFA) - A trip to Wetumpka may turn into a trip back in time. The Cosmic Hippy is a store filled with hippy gear from the 60′s and 70′s. And it’s wild both inside and out. The owner, 17-year-old Lillian Vilardi, has a lot going...
See “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” at Red Mountain Theatre—now-Aug. 11
Get ready to celebrate the voice of a generation at Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. This joyous jukebox musical runs from July 19-August 11, and Bham Now readers can save $7 off tickets—just enter discount code NOWINSIDER at checkout. Know before you go—Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. When:...
Investigators searching for shooter as Opelika Walmart cleared of potential threat
OPELIKA, Ala. (WRBL) – A significant police presence at the Walmart on Pepperell Parkway Friday afternoon is clearing up as officers confirm there is no armed suspect inside the store. Surveillance footage confirms the suspect has left. However, officers continue to patrol the area out of caution. The incident began with a shooting in Lee County […]
Hall, American Legion riders roll through Clanton for Legacy Run
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor American Legion Chilton County Post 216 Commander Mike Hall and American Legion riders from across Alabama made their way into Clanton on July 13 for a stop along the 2024 Heart of Dixie Legacy Run. During the stop, 56 riders were joined by Clanton Mayor Jeff Mims to show […] The post Hall, American Legion riders roll through Clanton for Legacy Run appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Alabama birthing units are closing to save money and get funding. Some say babies are at risk
GROVE HILL, Ala. (AP) — One of the last remaining birthing units in southern Alabama will close next month to qualify for federal funding that will save the hospital’s emergency services, but doctors warn the move may cost newborns and pregnant women essential access to obstetric care. Nestled in rural Clarke County, the small, nonprofit […]
Who won Alabama's five special elections this year?
Kelvin Datcher's election to Alabama House District 52 brings the total number of state House representatives to 105. Every district in the state now has an elected representative in legislative body. The House had four special elections this calendar year. The Senate had one special election. Here's what happened in...
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