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Offensive onslaught powers Fighting Hawks past Alabama State
GRAND FORKS, N.D. – It happened early, often and throughout the opening 45 minutes of action on Sunday afternoon from Bronson Field as the North Dakota soccer team blitzed Alabama State with six first-half goals on their way to a 7-0 victory and a second-straight win. The Fighting Hawks...
Alabama faces a familiar SEC quarterback in its season opener versus WKU
A familiar face returns to a Southeastern Conference venue to play the University of Alabama this week. T.J. Finley, a Louisiana native, is on his fourth college football team. The 6-foot-7, 255-pound quarterback will start Saturday for Western Kentucky against the Crimson Tide at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Finley faced the Tide...
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.
Kalen DeBoer is carving his own early path at Alabama with quiet confidence after replacing Saban
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) -- Kalen DeBoer's plane hadn't even landed in Tuscaloosa before he reached out to Alabama's most important recruit. It was a Friday night in January after DeBoer's
Selma man joins Army at age 39
By Staff Sgt. Inez Hammon For The Selma Times-Journal Defying the odds and the passage of time, a 39-year-old has enlisted in the U.S. Army, achieving a dream that was nearly two decades in the making. Growing up in Selma, Alabama, Michael Powell, who for a time worked as an associates’ manager at a local […] The post Selma man joins Army at age 39 appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Women’s Golf Opens Season at Tiger Classic
The Troy women's golf team begins its fall season at the Tiger Classic hosted by Clemson at The Walker Course. The tournament features 15 teams and consists of a one-day, 36-hole competition. Coach Randy Keck expressed enthusiasm for starting the season, highlighting the returning players' skills. Key players include junior Laura Fangmeyer, who has a strong career stroke average, and Katelynn Altese, among others. The team will compete without Alyssa Mercado, who is at LPGA Qualifying School.
Troy Position Preview – Bandits / Spears
Troy's outside linebacker unit faces significant changes heading into the 2024 season. The team has to replace All-Sun Belt talents Richard Jibunor and Caleb Ransaw, shifting the focus to players like Phillip Lee, who was a defensive leader before an injury. New transfers, including Jah-Mal Williams and Devin Lafayette, are expected to make immediate contributions. The bandit and spear positions, crucial for the defense, will rely on players with versatility to adapt to the evolving roles. John Perry and Eric Shaw represent the emerging talent in this reshaped defensive lineup.
Prattville Library honors First Responders with ‘See You at the Library Event’
On Saturday, the Autauga Prattville Library hosted their inaugural See You at the Library (SYATL) event honoring local First Responders. The program is a national day that is held each year on August 24th. It is an event that is dedicated to fostering American, Constitutional, and Biblical values through wholesome story hours.
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...
Full of personality, Sully is waiting at PAHS for new family
Meet the PAHS featured pet of the week–Sully! Sully is a one-year-old Pit Bull/Boxer mix who makes friends easily. He was brought into the shelter after being found at a country gas station where he had been greeting customers for several days. He came in covered with ticks and...
Dothan’s Amazon Distribution Center Grows Closer to Completion
DOTHAN, Ala (WDNews) – The Amazon Distribution Center on Kelley Drive in Dothan is making significant progress, with construction moving swiftly toward completion. On-site today (Saturday), WDNews observed that a large portion of the expansive parking lot has been freshly paved, and small trees are ready to be planted, signaling the final stages of landscaping.
Gospel Events coming to our area! See updated calendar
SUN – Aug 25 – 6 PM – Michael Combs will be at the Way of the Cross Church of God, Highway 31, Verbena/Clanton. SUN – Aug 25 – 6 PM – 11th Hour returns to Hunting Ridge Church of God, 305 Selma Highway, Prattville.
PCI exhibit opens at Cotton Street Gallery Tuesday
The Cotton Street Gallery in Andalusia is partnering Alabama’s Poarch Band of Creek Indians for an exhibition celebrating the tribe’s rich history of handcrafted regalia and traditional art. A soft opening was held Friday, August 23, with a ribbon cutting that afternoon. Items on display will include powwow regalia, princess regalia, basketry, quilts, reproduction pottery, […] The post PCI exhibit opens at Cotton Street Gallery Tuesday appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Historic Cleveland Avenue YMCA adds to Wall of Fame
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - YMCAs across the country serve as a safe space for kids to stay busy in the summer and after school. Montgomery’s historic Cleveland Avenue YMCA, which opened in 1960 as one of the few places African Americans could swim in the area, is no different.
Charlton Place Rehabilitation & Health Care Center Earns 2024 National Quality Award from the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living
Charlton Place Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, managed by Tutera Senior Living & Health Care, is proud to announce it earned a prestigious Quality Award from the American Health Care Association (AHCA)/National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL), the leading association for long term and post-acute care providers. The annual award honors members across the nation that have demonstrated their commitment to improving quality of care for seniors and persons with disabilities.
Tropics quiet for now, but Atlantic could wake up soon
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — After Hurricanes Debby and Ernesto affected parts of the United States, the Atlantic Basin has gone dormant. But, the basin could be signs of waking up. Currently, upper-level wind shear over the Main Development Region (MDR) and strong easterly winds are hampering any development for...
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