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Here are the rules for shooting fireworks in North Alabama counties, cities, towns
If you plan to light your own fireworks this July Fourth holiday, you'll need to follow local rules. We've asked for those guidelines from North Alabama counties, cities and towns. If a location is missing, that means leaders have yet to respond to our requests for information. We'll update this list through July 4 as we get more.
Supreme Court refuses to hear bite mark case involving Alabama inmate
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — The U.S. Supreme Court declined Tuesday to review the case of an Alabama man who has spent decades in prison for a murder conviction supported by recanted and discredited testimony about bite marks. Charles M. McCrory was convicted of murder for the 1985 killing of his wife, Julie Bonds, who was […]
Better Business Bureau warns classic car buyers to steer clear of internet scams
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Central and South Alabama is issuing a warning to consumers about a surge in reports of fake classic car and heavy equipment websites scamming individuals. The fraudulent sites are tricking buyers into losing substantial sums of money, with Alabamians falling victim to car dealer scams originating from other states. […] The post Better Business Bureau warns classic car buyers to steer clear of internet scams appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Fuel advisory notification for all of Alabama
TUSCALOOSA COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - The Alabama Forestry Commission is reminding you to stay safe when cooking out this Fourth of July week. Dry conditions are making it easier to accidentally start fires. The forestry commission has issued a ‘fuel advisory notification’ for the state. The state has seen a three-fold increase in wildfires in three weeks.
Alabama putting a stop to taxing hearing aids
ALABAMA, USA — Alabama is one of only three states in the country that puts a tax on hearing aids. However, it won't be that way for long. Lawmakers are listening and want to change how Alabamians pay for hearing aids. Representative Margie Wilcox for Montgomery explained that last...
ACTION 8 LIFESAVER RADAR: New technology that’s made in Alabama
Action 8’s new Lifesaver Radar was built right here in Alabama. The Climavision radar system was constructed at Enterprise Electronics Corporation in Enterprise. EEC has been in business since 1971, providing radar and satellite solutions to companies worldwide. This new radar is the product of a partnership between WAKA...
Wiregrass United Way pleased with Fireworks at the Fairgrounds
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - The Wiregrass United Way is claiming Fireworks at the Fairgrounds 2024 a success. The Dothan Independence Day tradition didn’t let the bad weather rain on its parade. The event was postponed last Saturday because of a power outage in the area from severe weather. It...
Multiple officers honored during annual Dothan Police Awards and Promotion Ceremony
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - Dothan Police Department recently held their annual Awards and Promotion Ceremony at The Forum in downtown Dothan, with several officers recognized for their service to the city. Alongside the promotions of several officers and honors shared like Supervisor of the Year (Lt. Hancock), Officer of the...
Sorrell College remains among world’s elite business and accounting schools
Troy University’s Sorrell College of Business’s elite status has been reaffirmed by the highly competitive specialized business accreditation agency AACSB. Accreditation for both the Sorrell College and its William H. Carr School of Accountancy was validated by the organization’s board of directors in its July 2 meeting.
Dothan’s Rookie All-Stars are going to the World Series
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — Dothan National League’s 9u All Stars team has earned an invitation to compete in the 2024 Diamond Youth Baseball World Series. The “9u Rookies” earned their spot in part with their performance as State Runner-Ups, reaching the championship game in the 2024 Alabama State Diamond Youth Baseball Tournament in Prattville June 13-16.
Dempsey challenges TROY graduates to ‘be the change’ in their communities
Michael Dempsey, Deputy Chief of Staff for the Maneuver Center of Excellence at Fort Moore, encouraged graduates to put the skills learned and knowledge gained from Troy University to use in becoming the change their communities need. Speaking during Friday evening’s spring commencement ceremony at the Columbus Convention and Trade...
Softball teams from across the state set to again converge on Troy
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... After successfully hosting 18 softball teams (6U and 8U) last weekend for their state tournament, Troy Parks and Recreation is now set to host 27 additional teams for their softball state tournament. This weekend Troy is hosting the 10U, 12U, 15U and 18U teams. The tournament runs from July 5 – 9 with opening ceremonies on Friday at 2pm and the first round of games starting at 4pm. Most of the Troy teams will start their play at 7pm on Friday.
Suspect in Dothan nightclub murder arrested on assault charges while out on bond
DOTHAN, Ala (WDHN) — A man accused of shooting a “good Samaritan” to death outside of a Dothan nightclub last year has been arrested on assault charges less than a month after being released from the county jail on bond. Raheem Powe was arrested in the early...
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