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Alabama native becomes first Black, female Episcopal bishop in Mississippi
The new bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Mississippi is being formally installed Saturday, and she is first woman and first Black person to hold the post. The Rev. Dorothy Sanders Wells, a native of Mobile, Ala., was elected bishop in February and has been in the leadership role since May. She is being ordained and consecrated by the Most Rev. Michael Curry, presiding bishop of the Episcopal Church.
Mobile mother of child found with cocaine in backpack indicted on federal charges
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - A woman whose 3-year-old child allegedly had a backpack full of cocaine now faces federal charges, according to an indictment unsealed Friday. A federal judge previously had made the federal indictment partially public. It named Glennie Antonio McGee and his wife, Echandza Dianca Maxie, but left other defendants blacked out.
No deaths reported locally over Fourth of July weekend
Over the course of an extended five-day enforcement period, Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) investigated a total of nine traffic fatalities and three non-boating fatalities (drownings). However, this was the third year in a row where the state experienced zero boating related fatalities on Alabama waterways. The official Fourth of July travel […] The post No deaths reported locally over Fourth of July weekend appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Worldwide internet outage slowing flights at Alabama airports: What to know
A major internet outage affecting Microsoft on Friday morning has slowed flights at Alabama’s largest airports. “The global tech outage continues to cause delays for United, Delta, and American,” Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport posted on X. “But, things are moving slowly. Southwest Airlines not impacted by the outage. If...
National Ice Cream Day is Sunday. Score deals at Dairy Queen, Baskin-Robbins and more
It’s hot outside. What better way to cool off than a cold treat on National Ice Cream Day? On Sunday, loads of deals for ice cream scoops, cups and cones can be had both in-store and online at various locations in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. Here’s a look at all of the deals...
U.S. Attorney’s Office launches initiative targetting gun switches
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Alabama and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives announced a new initiative on Thursday designed to target illegal machinegun conversion tools, known as switches. Operation Flip the Switch falls under Project Safe...
Happenings in North Alabama the weekend of July 19-21
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — This weekend has some events to keep in mind!. The Market at MidCity - Every Sunday until November 10, from noon to 4 p.m., featuring 50 local vendors. Athens Lions Club Kiddie Carnival - Rides priced at one 50-cent ticket each. The carnival runs Thursday through Saturday evenings until July 27.
Youth Mental Health Summit gives teens tools to navigate life's struggles
Dozens of Pensacola teens were in attendance for the inaugural Youth Mental Health Summit on Friday where speakers, community resource groups and volunteers came together to start the mental health conversation early. The event was held by Storytelling Solutions of America at the Gateway Church of Christ and featured information...
Woman survives after car gets trapped under tanker truck on interstate
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA/Gray News) - First responders in Alabama rescued a crash victim who was trapped in her car underneath a tanker truck on Friday morning. The Mobile Fire-Rescue Department said its rescue crews were called before 8 a.m. about a collision on Interstate 65 near Government Boulevard. Crews worked...
Veteran coach Cris Bell getting back to basics as he tries to restore Robertsdale football program
Cris Bell knew the numbers before he agreed to take over the struggling football program at Robertsdale High School in Baldwin County. 24 – Number of games the Golden Bears have lost consecutively entering the 2024 season. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a...
Sea Turtle Nest Vandalized In Orange Beach
A sea turtle nest was vandalized on Orange Beach on July 17th and 18th. The incident left one hatchling dead and several eggs broken, although most of the nest remained intact. The viability of the remaining eggs is uncertain. This act has prompted the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources to install cameras to monitor the nest and deter further incidents.
Researchers study forest deep beneath the Gulf
BATON ROUGE – The ancient underwater forest about eight miles off the coast of Gulf Shores, Alabama, is known as a time capsule from the last ice age — and for the first time, researchers understand why. Chemical and pollen analyses found the bald cypress trees were buried...
$100 Off: Alabama’s Tax-Free Weekend Kicks Off – Save Big on School Supplies and Clothes!
From July 19 to July 21, Alabama’s tax-free weekend allows savings on school supplies and clothes under specific price limits. Alabama’s Tax-Free Weekend Brings Big Savings on School Supplies and Clothes This weekend, Alabama shoppers can save money on school supplies and clothes. From July 19 to July 21, many items will be tax-free. This […]
Disney's Descendants coming to Pensacola Little Theatre
When you think about your favorite Disney movie, there are a few classic characters such as Snow White, Aladdin, and Sleeping Beauty that immediately come to mind. As the stories usually unfold, the hero defeats the villain, and they all live happily ever after. But have you ever wondered what...
Mobile County preemie given 1% chance of survival celebrates 1st birthday
CHICKASAW, Ala. (WALA) - A local baby born at just 21 weeks of gestation celebrated his first birthday last week. Doctors said that Herron Abney III, affectionately known as Tripp, had a 1% chance of survival, but he’s beating all the odds. Tripp was born to Herron Abney II...
People United to Advance the Dream Mobile holds 8th Annual Community Outreach and Back to School Bash
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The start of school is still a few weeks away, but community and church groups have already begun putting on special events to help students. People United to Advance the Dream Mobile held its 8th Annual Community Outreach and Back to School Bash on Saturday. The...
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