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Justin Gatlin says 'no way,' it doesn't feel like it has been 20 years since his first Olympics
Twenty years can feel like a long time. In 2004, Shrek 2 was the biggest film of the year in the United States. Myspace – yes, that one social media site – was becoming bigger and bigger, and Facebook was co-launched that year. The new Motorola Razr phone was released for $499.
Marlin almost spears fisherman in Gulf of Mexico
Shocking footage captured the moment a massive blue marlin nearly killed a fisherman in the Gulf of Mexico. Fairhope Fishing Company shared a clip of the freak accident onboard the Jubilee Monday on TikTok. A group of fishermen were reeling in a gigantic marlin when it swiftly jumped on board.
Here's where gas prices in North Alabama stand
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — As summer travel peaks, AAA reports a rise in gas prices across Alabama compared to last year. According to AAA's latest data, the national average for regular gasoline stands at $3.50 per gallon, with mid-grade at $3.94 and premium at $4.29. In North Alabama, drivers are...
Danger: Large Coyotes Causing Havoc In Alabama
This is one reason we should all own a rifle. Recently people have been spotting some giants roaming closer and closer to heavily populated residential areas. Be on the lookout a very large COYOTE roaming Chigger Ridge Road. Joyce Kidd Kephart added this pic. And said.. Something has bothered my...
Two motorcyclists injured after collision in Escambia County
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. -- A two-sport motorcycle crash occurred early Sunday morning at 2:50 a.m. near Sorrento Road and Choctaw Road in Escambia County. FHP says a white and red Suzuki motorcycle driven by a 19-year-old Pensacola man and a black and green Kawasaki motorcycle driven by a 21-year-old Maryland man were both headed east on SR 292 side by side.
USA Health Children’s & Women’s Hospital marks milestone for birth tissue donations
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — USA Health Women’s & Children’s Hospital is celebrating the milestone of 1,300 placenta donations. Since partnering in 2020 with TelaGen, a regenerative medicine company, USA Health Children’s & Women’s Hospital has had more than 1,300 mothers give birth and donate their birth tissues.
Milton bookkeeper charged with stealing over $1.3 million from employer
SANTA ROSA COUNTY, Fla. -- A Milton woman is accused of defrauding a company of more than $1.3 million. 45-year-old Jessica McKinnon is facing several charges including fraud and larceny. The Santa Rosa County Sheriff's Office says between 2019 and 2023, Mckinnon stole large amounts of money from Paul Patrick...
Gulf Shores Bridge Will Be One Lane At Night Starting Tonight
South bound Hwy 59 bridge will be one lane at night. Gulf Shores, Ala. – (OBA) – The City of Gulf Shores issued a press release today concerning traffic on the Hwy. 59 bridge ( W.C. Holmes Bridge). After recent accidents on Hwy. 59, we urge residents to travel slowly when using the bridge next week and be aware of construction crews.
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...
Danger: Large Coyotes Causing Havoc In Alabama
This is one reason we should all own a rifle. Recently people have been spotting some giants roaming closer and closer to heavily populated residential areas. Be on the lookout a very large COYOTE roaming Chigger Ridge Road. Joyce Kidd Kephart added this pic. And said.. Something has bothered my...
Merry Fishmas! The Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo is back
MOBILE, Ala. (WPMI) — Merry Fishmas! The Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo is back!. A beautiful speckled trout was caught in the Gulf of Mexico Friday afternoon by an angler taking part in the Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo. So why in the world, a short time later, was...
First performer is last to take the stage before Mobile's Civic Center Theatre demolition
MOBILE, Ala. (WPMI) — After 60 years serving the citizens of Mobile, Thursday night the old Mobile Civic Center Theatre saw its last production. "Play It Just One More Time" was a dance tribute to the theater, which is expected to be torn down this summer to make room for a new Mobile Civic Center Complex.
$20 Million Refund Ordered: Pensacola City Forced to Return Franchise Fees to Gas Customers
A judge has ordered Pensacola to refund $18-20 million to natural gas customers for illegal franchise fees charged since 2011 and to stop these fees immediately. Pensacola Must Refund Up to $20 Million to Gas Customers According to the report of WKRG News 5, a judge has ordered the City of Pensacola to refund between […]
Bear balances on home fence in Mary Esther, Florida
MARY ESTHER, Fla. (WKRG) — A small black bear has incredible balancing skills while crossing a fence. This video was sent to us by Ryan Campbell in Mary Esther. As you can see, the bear is treading carefully yet swiftly on a fence. The bear does slip at least once, but carries on until it […]
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