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Local Blood Drive Set to Make a Big Impact in Wiregrass
DOTHAN, AL (WDNews) – A community blood drive, “Give for Life,” is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM at Guthrie’s, located at 189 John D. Odom Rd., Dothan, AL 36303. Jenny Klement, a registered nurse with 31...
Salvation Army Dale County Requests Donations During Store Hours Only
DALE COUNTY, AL (WDNews) – The Salvation Army of Dale County, located in Ozark, AL, extends its heartfelt gratitude to all donors for their generosity. However, the organization regrets to inform the community that it is unable to accept donations left outside of store hours. Due to donations being...
This week in HS Sports: New executive director must address key topics quickly
Heath Harmon officially starts his new job as executive director of the Alabama High School Athletic Association on Monday. Since he was named to the position early last month, Harmon has spent five weeks putting the finishing touches on his tenure as Oxford High School’s principal and talking to people – a lot of people.
Rebels win 4th AISA cheer championship
The Lowndes Academy varsity and junior varsity (JV) cheerleaders attended camp in June, and one squad earned its fourth state championship in a row during the competition. Rebel cheer squads participated in the Alabama Independent School Association (AISA) cheer camp and competitions hosted by Troy University at the Troy campus June 18 – 20. Both […]
Where did Miss Alabama winners go to college? Which school has the most winners?
Miss Alabama 2024, Abbie Stockard, is a student at Auburn University and proud of it. During a recent interview with AL.com, Stockard, 21, sang the praises of her school, from the nursing program that’s her academic focus to the football hoopla that’s part of her life as a member of the Tiger Paws dance team.
Alabama Ramps Up Law Enforcement to Tackle Rising Shoplifting Incidents
In recent months, Alabama’s law enforcement agencies have significantly ramped up their efforts to curb retail theft. An alarming rise in organized crime has compelled officials to take a more stringent approach. According to recent statistics, Alabama ranked top among states with the most organized crime incidents in 2023, which explains the urgency of these measures.
Savannah, nearly all of Georgia abnormally dry; some corn crops could be 'total loss'
Nearly half of Georgia is experiencing drought conditions, and more than 95% of the state is now considered “abnormally dry,” according to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Much of the Southeast is facing similar conditions “due to the hot weather...
Dragons dominate 4-0 with playoff hopes on the line
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - On a beautiful Saturday night at Rip Hewes Stadium, the Dothan United Dragons knew that with the regular season winding down they need a pair of confident, high scoring showings between tonight and next Saturday’s finale to keep any hopes of a playoff run tonight.
Holmes County Sheriff’s Office seeking public’s help identifying trespassers
HOLMES COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – The Holmes County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in identifying two trespassers. According to authorities, the individuals have been trespassing on property in the Leonia area. On Saturday, the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office released additional photos and footage on their Facebook page. If you have any information, please […]
Afternoon pop-up storms return Sunday with highs in the mid to upper 90s
A couple pop-up storms have helped cool off western parts of the area this evening, including Tallahassee and Bainbridge. That cluster of storms is curently moving across our area north of I-10, bringing brief downpours and some rumbles of thunder. This has helped cool us off from the triple digit feel-like temperatures across a good chunk of the area, and temperatures will continue to fall heading through the remainder of the night. Lows bottom out in the upper 70s around sunrise tomorrow, with showers dissipating around midnight throughout the Big Bend and South Georgia.
Vernon man arrested on drug and gun charges following a traffic stop
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – On Saturday, a Vernon man was arrested on gun and drug charges following a traffic stop. A Washington County deputy initiated a traffic stop on Spoolmill Road in Vernon. Officials said they identified the driver as 32-year-old Jesse Charles Piechowiak. During the stop, deputies smelled the odor of narcotics coming […]
Florida man with multiple suspended licenses led police on a pursuit, investigation underway
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – On Saturday, the Florida Highway Patrol is investigating an incident involving a motorcyclist with multiple suspended licenses who led police on a pursuit resulting in a collision. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the incident happened around 12:20 a.m. when a Florida Highway Patrol official was conducting traffic enforcement on […]
T.J. Roulhac Enrichment & Activity Center 4th July Fireworks
On July 4th, 2024, at the T.J. Roulhac Enrichment & Activity Center in Chipley, FL, 4th of July Fireworks were presented by, The Southern Splash & Dash, there were food venders, train rides, pony rides, and music.
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