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Two teens orchestrate small Alabama town's Fourth of July fireworks show
HIGHLAND LAKE, Ala. — The small town of Highland Lake witnessed a Fourth of July fireworks show Thursday, orchestrated by two teenage brothers, Max and Brady Ryan. "I just like the big boom. You know, it's fun. It's cool to watch," Max, 15, said. The brothers have been staging...
Sen. Gudger injured in July 4 jet ski accident
Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, was airlifted to UAB Hospital after a jet ski accident on Smith Lake on Thursday. Gudger was in intensive care late Thursday after a “brief surgical procedure to address internal bleeding,” according to a press release from the Alabama Senate. He sustained other injuries that are being monitored.
Alabama dive team explains drowning victim recovery, lake safety
ALEX CITY, Ala. (WBRC) - Even the most experienced divers in the state say they never get used to the feeling of recovering a drowning victim’s body. “You never get used to it,” said Jerry Sewell with the Alex City Fire Department Dive Team. “What I tell my guys is ‘What if it was your loved one? Wouldn’t you want to bring them home so they can have closure?’”
ALEA reminds residents of the importance of driving sober this holiday weekend
Many people across the Tennessee Valley celebrated the 4th of July, but holiday travel will continue through the weekend and officials are reminding people of the importance of driving sober.
Weather Aware continues on Friday for dangerous heat, There will also be heavy rain and storms
Weather Aware Through Friday for Heat Tonight: mostly cloudy and muggy with a few stray showers. Low temperatures will be in the lower to upper 70s. Tomorrow: Friday will remain hot and humid ahead of a cold front moving into Alabama from the northwest. This front will set off scattered to numerous showers and storms. […]
Early July Heat Index Values Continue for West Alabama
Many Alabamians have enjoyed the holiday with family and friends while taking in summertime activities like cookouts, swimming, boating, and more. As the temperatures climb in early July, the heat index is reaching alarming levels, raising serious concerns about heat-related illnesses. Please remember that hot temperatures and high humidity can pose significant risks not only to you but also to children, the elderly, and pets.
Sharing more than a crown: What Miss Alabama USA and Miss Alabama Teen have in common
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Wearing a crown isn't the only thingMiss Alabama USA and Miss Alabama Teen USA have in common; they are both on a mission to make an impact across the state. Miss Alabama USA, Diane Westhoven, is a senior Psychology student at Auburn University and Miss Alabama...
Humid and becoming unsettled Friday and Beryl is still on the move
Columbus, Ga. (WRBL)-Showers mainly with a few thunderstorms. These will be ending across east Alabama and west central Georgia before sunset and tonight for most locations looking good for fireworks across the region. Readings will remain in the mid 90s, with overnight low temperatures into the upper 70s. Scattered coverage...
The Alabama Forestry Commission says to practice fire safety while using fireworks
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WRBL) — The Alabama Forestry Commission is urging citizens to be extra cautious when using fireworks due to current drought conditions. The AFC is asking residents to avoid shooting fireworks in or near dry grass, leaves, or other flammable materials and to thoroughly soak any area where fireworks will be used with water. […]
Senators Greg Reed, Garlan Gudger announce renovation completion and installation of navigational lights at Duncan Bridge
ARLEY, Ala. – Sen. Greg Reed, R-Jasper, president pro tempore of the Alabama Senate, and Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, on July 3, 2024, announced the completion of renovations that include navigational lights at Duncan Bridge on Smith Lake. Duncan Bridge was built in 1967 and is known by its...
West Alabama getting new EV charging stations
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WBRC) - Drivers in electric vehicles will soon have more of a reason to pass through west Alabama. Gov. Kay Ivey awarded grants that will pay for the installation of EV charging systems in nearly a dozen communities. 13 of 14 grants will be used to add electric...
Alabama Department of Education targeted in cyberattack
Alabama State Schools Superintendent Eric Mackey said Wednesday that the Alabama State Department of Education’s computer systems had been breached last month, and that students and employees of the department may have been affected. Speaking at a press conference in Montgomery, Mackey said the breach took place on June...
AGA’s Priest moving on; will head Carolinas Golf Association
HOOVER – The Alabama Golf Association is searching for a new leader. The AGA announced Tuesday that Andy Priest will be stepping down as executive director in November. He has headed the Alabama association for nine years. Priest will to assume the same position with the Carolinas Golf Association...
Woman searching for bystanders who saved daughter from burning home after gruesome attack
DICKSON, Tenn. (WSMV) - The family of the woman who was brutally attacked is looking for an Alabama duo who saved her from a house fire on Monday. Tessa Trotter is recovering at Vanderbilt University Medical Center after she was allegedly stabbed by her husband, according to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. Not only is 28-year-old Zachary Mowel accused of stabbing her, but the TBI says he also doused her with gasoline and set their home on fire.
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