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ALEA reminds residents of the importance of driving sober this holiday weekend
Many people across the Tennessee Valley celebrated the 4th of July, but holiday travel will continue through the weekend and officials are reminding people of the importance of driving sober.
Alabama dive team explains drowning victim recovery, lake safety
ALEX CITY, Ala. (WBRC) - Even the most experienced divers in the state say they never get used to the feeling of recovering a drowning victim’s body. “You never get used to it,” said Jerry Sewell with the Alex City Fire Department Dive Team. “What I tell my guys is ‘What if it was your loved one? Wouldn’t you want to bring them home so they can have closure?’”
Allison 'Socks' Pryor Receives June 2024 Island Spirit Award
Gulf Shores, Ala. – (OBA) – The Island Spirit Award from the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber is one of the longest lasting traditions on the island. It is the highest honor from the Chamber because it's not the businesses that make visitors feel welcome, it is the staff at each location who make the difference.
Sharing more than a crown: What Miss Alabama USA and Miss Alabama Teen have in common
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Wearing a crown isn't the only thingMiss Alabama USA and Miss Alabama Teen USA have in common; they are both on a mission to make an impact across the state. Miss Alabama USA, Diane Westhoven, is a senior Psychology student at Auburn University and Miss Alabama...
Nearly 71 million people expected to travel over July 4 week
AAA projects 70.9 million travelers will head 50 miles or more from home over the Independence Day holiday travel period. For the first time, AAA looked at the entire July 4 week, plus the Saturday before and the Sunday after the holiday. This year’s projected number of travelers for that time period is a 5% […] The post Nearly 71 million people expected to travel over July 4 week appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Silverada headlines in Phenix City before Nashville album release party
PHENIX CITY, Ga. (WRBL) — In celebration of the Fourth of July, Silverada makes its Phenix City debut with it’s new name. The band formerly known as “Mike and the Moonpies” takes the stage at 8:45 p.m. as part of a free Fourth of July celebration held at the Phenix City Amphitheater. “It’s been a […]
GIS meets EMS: How a map could save your life
Today, most of us could navigate practically anywhere by entering an address into our phone. But what if you don’t have an address? And what if you’re looking for someone who isn’t quite sure where they are? And what if they’re in danger?. In fall 2022,...
Terrion Arnold and Brian Branch pose for 'Bama Boyz' photo
Over the last three drafts, the Detroit Lions have drafted four players out of the University of Alabama. In April, cornerback Terrion Arnold made it three straight years the Lions took an Alabama player in the first round. According to ESPN Stats and Information, per ESPN Lions' beat writer Eric...
Garbage truck slams into house injuring one
MADISON, Ala. (WAFF) - Authorities in Madison responded to a wreck after a Garbage truck slammed into a house Friday morning, according to Don Webster with HEMSI. The wreck happened in the area of Grayson Avenue and Sullivan Street. Authorities say no one was home during the wreck. Webster said...
Grocery store removes ammo vending machine
A Tuscaloosa grocery store has removed a vending machine after the legality of the machine was questioned during a pre-council meeting on July 2nd. The vending machine doesn't sell drinks, snacks, or toys but something very different. During the meeting, Councilman Kip Tyner said; "I got some calls about ammunition...
Huntsville Office of DEI hosting Stuff the Bus event
HUNTSVILLE – Ahead of an upcoming school supply giveaway, Huntsville’s Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (ODEI) and Community Awareness for Youth (CAFY) are asking the community to help Stuff the Bus this weekend. “We urge the community to donate new school supplies as these contributions can profoundly...
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