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Montgomery Police Seek Help in Solving Fatal July Shooting
Montgomery, AL (WDNews) – The Montgomery Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on July 18, 2024. Authorities are seeking the public’s help in identifying the suspects involved in this tragic incident. Victim Identified:. The victim, Hector Bamaca Yoc, 21, of Montgomery, was found with a...
Montgomery Fire/Rescue mourns passing of retired captain
The Montgomery Fire/Rescue Department has announced the death of retired Captain William R. Lowe, who passed away on Monday, July 15. The department made a statement on social media saying that Lowe was a firefighter for 20 years, first entering in 1968 and retiring in 1988:. "Grieving when a loved...
Rita Carmichael honored with Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award
Selma native Rita Carmichael was honored with the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award. The accolade, presented by Anita C. Roberts, Executive Director of the Black Business Journal, an affiliate of Made Media Group, recognizes Rita's unwavering dedication to the service of children and her profound impact on the community. The ceremony, held at the heart of Selma, celebrated not just an individual, but the values of commitment, compassion, and excellence that Rita embodies.
Selma healthcare worker opens medical transport business
There’s a new ride service in Selma-Dallas County that will help residents get to a doctor’s appointment or pick up medication. Preferred NEMT officially started business July 16 with a ribbon cutting at the Selma Dallas County Public Library hosted by the Selma-Dallas County Chamber of Commerce. Preferred...
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...
Career and Technical Education Center is set to open August 2026
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Friday, superintendent Dr. John-Mark Cain says the Career and technical education Center is set to open. Since last fall, Lauderdale County School District has been rejected by taxpayers that would have provided funds for the ten programs within the center. The district has been “Future Focused” and as of last night, they were approved to work on the CTE center.
Interprofessional Simulation Program granted provisional accreditation, set for student use this fall at MSU-Meridian
MERIDIAN, Miss.—The international Society for Simulation in Healthcare Accreditation Council has granted provisional accreditation to MSU-Meridian’s Interprofessional Simulation Program. The IS Program will be housed in a nearly completed 7,715-square-foot facility, located on the third floor of the Riley Campus’ Rosenbaum Building. Building renovations for the $6 million...
Firefighters use modern-day technology to rescue animals
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Meridian Fire Department rescued a puppy earlier this week that has sparked much attention. MFD explains that animals are a part of families, and they treat anything that has life. When a fire occurs, they remove the animal from the building and treat it like its...
Car-Mart hosts back-to-school bash, providing supplies, meals to families
America's Car-Mart hosted a back-to-school bash, providing supplies and meals to local families in preparation for the new school year. America's Car-Mart hosts back-to-school bash, providing supplies to families. America's Car-Mart hosted a back-to-school bash Friday, supplying many families with school supplies and a meal.
Meridian Children's Museum in Meridian offering sensory hours this weekend
The Meridian Children's Museum in Meridian is holding sensory hours for children who are more sensitive to the normal traffic that comes through the museum. This Sunday, July 21st, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., the facility will dim its lights, turn down the music, and limit the crowds for an inclusive playtime for children.
City of Meridian Arrest Report July 19, 2024
Meridian Police Department was requested to respond to 118 calls for service from July 18, 2024 at 6:00 AM to July 19, 2024 at 6:00 AM. The following were reported to the Meridian Police Department. Robbery. There were no robberies reported. Commercial Burglary. There were no commercial burglaries reported. Church...
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 […]
Pack the Backpack continues through July 26
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - WTOK-TV and Wendy’s are collecting back-to-school supplies in our Pack the Backpack initiative. We are collecting backpacks, paper, pens, pencils and colors at Wendy’s restaurant locations in Meridian and Philadelphia. You may donate to the Pack the Backpack initiative through July 26.
Songwriters wow crowd at festival
The Hwy. 80 Songwriters Festival featured a number of local and nearby artists Saturday, July 6, at the Demopolis Civic Center. The event has been going on in Demopolis for at least the past 10 years. The event is designed to showcase local songwriters, and this is one of the several Hwy. 80 Songwriters Festivals […] The post Songwriters wow crowd at festival appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
432-pound bull shark caps opening day at 2024 Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo
A stormy Friday morning made for a slow start to the 91st Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo, but the big fish started to come in by day’s end – including a bull shark that wasn’t far shy of the state record. The firing of a cannon marked...
Fortunate Lottery Players Win Six-Figure Prizes in North Carolina
An incredibly fortunate player from Alabama, who recently visited North Carolina, scored a six-figure prize from a recent Powerball drawing. The lucky man identified as Christopher Baker from Leesburg, Alabama, visited the North Carolina Education Lottery Wednesday to collect his sweet $100,000 Powerball prize. The man recently visited North Carolina...
Alabama shrimpers set to rally Saturday
DAUPHIN ISLAND, Ala. (WALA) - Kerry Mitchell and her husband know the challenges that come with shrimping for a living. Her husband Michael is out dragging his net off Dauphin Island. Have you listened to this article via the audio player?. If so, send us your feedback around what we...
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