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U.S. News & World Report: UAB Hospital Claims No. 1 Ranking as Best in Alabama; Birmingham Metro
UAB Hospital was once again named the best hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report in its 2024-2025 Best Hospital rankings, released last week. University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital also claims the No. 1 ranking as the best hospital in the Birmingham metro area. “UAB Hospital’s recognition...
Lawsuit challenges timing of new Alabama law disqualifying more felons from voting on Nov. 5
Robert Crowley is a U.S. Army veteran, and volunteer with the Paralyzed Veterans of America and Mid-South chapter representative. He’s described in a lawsuit as a devoted father, grandfather and great-grandfather. But 27 years ago in 1997, he was convicted of attempted murder. Though he’s a registered voter in Alabama, his ability to vote on Nov. 5 is in doubt because of a new Alabama law that could disqualify him and many others from voting.
Marengo resident among taking office on retired employees board
The Alabama Retired State Employees’ Association (ARSEA) recently announced the results of their statewide elections of officers and board members. New board members beginning their terms were Marengo County’s LeTonya Williams of District 9, State Rep. Joe Lovvorn, who is a retired Auburn firefighter and chairman of the House Rules Committee, of District 11, former […] The post Marengo resident among taking office on retired employees board appeared first on The Demopolis Times.
Cheeseburger sliders franchise targeting 8 more Alabama locations
Atlanta-based Smalls Sliders is continuing to sign development deals geared toward covering Alabama. The chain earlier this year announced as many as five locations in and around Birmingham, Tuscaloosa and Auburn, and the cheeseburger franchise already has Auburn and Birmingham locations set to open over the next year. According to...
DeFuniak Springs man arrested on drug and weapons charges after traffic stop
DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, Florida — A DeFuniak Springs man was arrested on drug and weapons charges following a traffic stop for not wearing his seat belt, according to the Walton County Sheriff's Office. A deputy stopped the vehicle on 19th Street near Orange Avenue and noticed a smell of burnt...
Local educator speaks on future ACT changes
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - New changes are coming to the ACT test format. The science section is becoming optional and the overall test is becoming shorter. Traditionally, the test with four sections takes 3 hours to complete, but starting next year the test will take 2 hours to complete. “They...
Ashford man dies in deadly motorcycle police chase
HOUSTON COUNTY, Ala. (WDHN) – A motorcycle wreck on Highway 52 & 55 claimed the life of Ashford man, Johenam Moises Fernandez Alvarez, 34, Friday morning during an attempted traffic stop escape; the driver came off their motorcycle and struck a tree. Law enforcement attempted to make a traffic...
2024-2025 Back to school events across the Wiregrass
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - It’s that time of year again. Summer is winding down and the 2024 school season is fast approaching. Many organizations in the Wiregrass are hosting back-to-school events for parents and students to soak up those last few weeks of summer break, and starting July 19th- July 21st is the 19th annual Alabama Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday weekend.
Sixty students in Morgan County working manufacturing jobs through school program
A work-based learning program in Hartselle City Schools has expanded its reach across Morgan County to include 60 high school students this year who are gaining insight into the workforce by working in local companies and acquiring practical skills. All students in the program are juniors or seniors who attend...
Heavy police presence reported in the area of Walmart on Pepperell Parkway
OPELIKA, Ala. (WTVM) - The Opelika Police Department is searching for a suspect who is wanted for a felony shooting charge in the area of Walmart. Officials have confirmed that the suspect was not in the Walmart, located on Pepperell Parkway, and officials are continuing to patrol the area. The...
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...
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