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Educator Toolkit can help teach students about Social Security | KYLLE' D. MCKINNEY
A well-informed instructor can have a powerful influence on their students. That’s why we created the Educator Toolkit. This toolkit is easy to use and provides shareable online resources that teachers can use to engage students and educate them about Social Security. The Educator Toolkit includes: Lesson plans with objectives.Infographics and handouts for each...
2 Alabama HBCUs compete in National Battle of the Bands
HOUSTON, Texas — Two of Alabama's historically Black colleges and universities competed Sunday in the 10th annualNational Battle of the Bands at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas. Eight bands were chosen from around the nation to perform this year, including the Miles College Purple Marching Machine and the Tuskegee...
Dentists lambast Alabama Dental Examiners Board as ‘predatory, secretive’ in public hearing
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Several dentists spoke out against the Alabama Board of Dental Examiners during a public hearing Thursday for conduct one described as “predatory” and “secretive,” with a recent report finding a number of instances of the board acting outside its authority. “You may...
Dallas County Hornets sting Francis Marion Rams with opening night win
The Dallas County Hornets traveled to Marion on Friday night to face the Francis Marion Rams for their season opener. Dallas County came out on a mission this first game to start their season off with a bang. The Hornets were able to defeat the Rams on the road 28-14.
Frances W. Davidson Homeless Shelter receives a donation
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Monday, the Community Foundation presented a check to the Frances W. Davidson homeless shelter. The community foundation donated to the shelter to help with all their services. Of all five counties this new endowment is made to help support the homeless shelter. “We are excited at...
Sideline View with Dale McKee
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Lots of changes and questions to be answered are in store as we begin the 2024 college football season. The first changes began when Southern Cal and UCLA left the PAC-12 and bolted to the Big Ten. Shortly after that Oregon and Washington also made the same move, so for now the Big Ten is an 18-team conference. Not long after that Arizona, Arizona State, Colorado and Utah left the PAC-12 for the new 16-team Big 12. Then Stanford and California followed suit by leaving the PAC-12 for the American Atlantic Conference which is now a 17-team league. The PAC-12 now has only two members remaining in Oregon State and Washington State.
Delta In a Minute 8-26
MERIDIAN, MISSISSIPPI - The Meridian Police Department is investing a shooting involving an elderly couple. Police responded to reports of a shooting that occurred Wednesday night in the 1600 block of 37th avenue. According to WTOK in Meridian, one of the victims died after the couple was airlifted to a...
Atlantic Hurricane Season may be quiet, but not over yet
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - We continue to be in a rut when it comes to the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, but we’re far from done. The peak of the Atlantic hurricane season is late August and early September, so we’re technically in “peak hurricane season” right now.
Opelika police searching for breaking and entering suspect
OPELIKA, Ala. (WTVM) - The Opelika Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying a vehicle break-in suspect. According to police, the suspect was shown on security footage wearing a Kansa City Chiefs hat, t-shirt, and shorts. They also said he appears to have facial hair and several tattoos on his forearm.
The Local Lemon celebrates Grand Opening in Prattville
The Local Lemon held their official Grand Opening at their new store front on Saturday in Prattville. Their store is located at 702A Commerce Court in Prattville. They offer the freshest, most delicious variety of lemonades in town including sugar-free options as well. Their big day consisted of serving refreshing lemonade drinks, hosting local vendors in store, a food truck, and raffle giveaways from area businesses.
Prattville opens flag football season with three-game sweep in Hoover tournament
HOOVER -- Prattville’s flag football team opened the 2024 season with a sweep of Brookwood, John Carroll and Hewitt-Trussville in Hoover’s kickoff tournament on Saturday. John Carroll hosted the qualifying tournament for its area last year before losing in the first round to eventual 1A-5A state champion Wenonah. Hewitt-Trussville reached the quarterfinals of the 6A-7A playoffs last year before losing to Lee.
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