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Dothan Fire and Police take kids shopping for Youth Fishing Day
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - “I’m a pro, I’m a professional,” said Dothan Leisure Services Program Coordinator Shaliyah Foxx when asked if she was good at fishing. “If anyone wants to have a fishing tournament, I’m the one.”. “I wouldn’t say I’m an expert fisherperson,”...
One Dead Following Accident on Saturday Morning
Alabama State Troopers say that a 20 year old woman – was sitting in the roadway on I-65 – when she was struck and killed by an SUV on Saturday morning. That incident occurred at around 2:30am near Highway 69 and the Good Hope community. Alabama Troopers identified the woman as Madelyn Guerra of Adelphia, Maryland. A second woman, a 19 year old from Anniston was also struck while walking in the roadway and she was then rushed to UAB Hospital – where her condition remains unknown.
Weather alert for strong thunderstorms in Houston County Monday afternoon
The National Weather Service issued a weather alert at 3:11 p.m. on Monday for strong thunderstorms until 3:45 p.m. for Houston County. Residents can anticipate wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 3:11 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm near Cottonwood, moving east at 15 mph," according to...
Dothan teen arrested in Blakely drive-by shooting, police say
BLAKELY, GA (WDHN) — A teen from Dothan is behind bars in southwest Georgia after police claim he was identified as a suspect in a drive-by shooting. According to Blakely Police, 17-year-old Joseph Pelland was arrested on Friday, July 19, after investigators claimed he fired shots at an occupied home on Palmetto Avenue on Wednesday, July 17.
Stuck in same soggy pattern
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — We’re going to have meteorological deja vu for the next few days. Pockets of heavy rain and strong storms will continue through the work week across our area, as July looks to close on a wet note. High pressure to our southeast, coupled with...
More Warm & Wet Afternoons Ahead
SYNOPSIS – While tomorrow will be a touch drier, deep moisture will bounce back to provide warm and wet afternoons Tuesday and Wednesday. Our typical pattern of hot and humid days between isolated showers and thunderstorms will return towards the weekend as moisture loosens its grip on our area.
Here's what happens to Alabama ballots after presidential ticket shakeup
State officials confirmed Monday that Alabama ballots for the general election will have the Democratic candidates for president and vice-president listed as chosen at the party's convention next month. President Joe Biden has withdrawn from the race, and he has thrown his support to Vice-President Kamala Harris to lead the...
Sen. Katie Britt slams Kamala Harris as ‘last person who should be entrusted with our nation’s future’
As national Democrats began lining up behind Vice President Kamala Harris following President Joe Biden’s decision to suspend his re-election campaign, Alabama Sen. Katie Britt Sunday blasted Harris for her record with the administration. “Changing the president in this case isn’t going to change the policies,” Britt told AL.com...
Below average temperatures continue as rain chances remain elevated
Monday: Scattered showers and a few storms will be around for much of the day, increasing in coverage during the afternoon and evening hours. High temperatures will be in the middle 80s while the humidity remains very high. Tuesday-Thursday: Temperatures will continue to stay below average over this week as consistent cloud cover and waves […]
Update: Flood advisory affecting Alabama until Sunday night
An updated flood advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Sunday at 8:27 p.m. in effect until 11:30 p.m. for Bullock, Montgomery and Pike counties. The weather service says, "Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected." "Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas....
Ozark splash pad closed indefinitely
OZARK, Ala. (WTVY) - The splash pad at the Kidzone Pavillion in Steagall Park will be closed until further notice, according to a Facebook post by Ozark Parks and Recreation. “One of the elements in the water pump broke. We are doing our best to have the pump repaired and have the splash pad reopened as soon as possible,” Ozark Leisure Services Director Ozzie Maianeto said in a comment.
Farm Swap supports local hobbyists
Crenshaw County is home to a swap event, organized by local farmers. This past Saturday, Sardis Farm Swap held its monthly event, featuring wares hand-crafted or home-grown in the local area. A farm swap is a small gathering, where farmers and hobbyists can sell or trade goods ranging from hand-made items, to live chickens and […] The post Farm Swap supports local hobbyists appeared first on Luverne Journal.
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