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Alabama storms flood streets, down power across state
Thunderstorms dumped heavy rain across parts of Alabama Sunday evening. Several parts of Jefferson, Shelby and Tuscaloosa counties reported flash flooding in streets and creeks. Wesley Lollar waded into deep water Sunday in Tuscaloosa. His house is OK, he reports. Scattered power outages were reported Sunday across the state, with...
Preston’s Rolls into Greenville
On July 12, The Greenville Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed Preston’s Food Truck to its membership. The food truck, operational since September 2023, serves as a mobile extension of the original Preston’s Steak & Grill in Luverne. A large crowd gathered to welcome Preston’s and enjoyed a variety of menu options, including steak tips, steak […] The post Preston’s Rolls into Greenville appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Local churches unite in worship, break racial barriers
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... On July 14, two local churches further cemented a newly formed tradition of joining their congregations to worship together. The service was intended to form new relationships in Christ, all while breaking racial barriers. “In 2023 I had pneumonia and got really sick. I...
STEVE & DC DOMINATE MORNING RADIO RATINGS; WTUG-FM #1 ALL DAY AGAIN
The audio ratings that determine what West Alabama is listening to are out for the second time in 2024. Just like television ratings, the company known as Nielsen (Nielsen Audio), keeps track of listeners to radio and all forms of audio entertainment. The newest, and arguably most important, Spring 2024...
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall Files 22-State Amicus Brief in Support of Florida’s Regulation on Sex-Modification Procedures for Minors
Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has joined a coalition of 22 states in filing an amicus brief in support of Florida’s request to the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals. Florida seeks to enforce its law regulating sex-modification procedures for minors while an appeal is underway against a district court’s order that enjoined the […] The post Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall Files 22-State Amicus Brief in Support of Florida’s Regulation on Sex-Modification Procedures for Minors appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
Heavy Downpours Prompt Flooding Concerns in Portions of Alabama
The National Weather Service in Birmingham has issued a “FLOOD ADVISORY.”. * WHAT...Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...A portion of central Alabama, including the following counties: Bibb, Jefferson, and Tuscaloosa. * WHEN...Until 615 PM CDT. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor...
Alabama Sounds Off After Racial Incident At Legendary Restaurant
If you don't recognize the exterior. Many of you may recognize this interior. An alleged racial incident at Nick’s in the Sticks is generating lots of comments on social media. Here is the video if you haven't seen it.. Here is a sampling of the comments from longtime Nick’s...
In the states that didn’t expand Medicaid, 1.6M can’t afford health insurance
The majority of residents in this coverage gap are people of color, an analysis found. Nearly 1 of every 5 uninsured working-age adults across the 10 states that have not expanded Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act are, according to a new analysis, stuck in a health care limbo known as a “coverage gap.” That means they earn too much money to receive Medicaid but not enough to qualify for financial help to purchase their own plan on the marketplace.
Dillon Native Jerome McQueen’s ‘AcaSTEMics’ Tapped To Conduct Professional Development By Alabama State Department Of Education
The Alabama State Department of Education tapped AcaSTEMics to conduct teacher professional development (PD) to over 175 school systems at the State’s annual conference. AcaSTEMics is the brainchild of Dillon native Jerome D. McQueen, PE focused on exposing students to career opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The PD centered around each participant assembling their own “Magic Lamp” STEM kit and how to leverage hands-on fun into motivating students in the classroom.
Alabama Lawmaker Facing Federal Prison Time After Allegedly Breaking Plea Agreement
John Rogers, one the longest serving lawmakers in the Alabama House, is facing federal prison. According to court records, Rogers has breached his long-standing plea agreement for misusing Jefferson County tax dollars during his last term. Rogers’ term ended after he pleaded guilty to participating in a federal kickback scheme. The case involved the Jefferson County Community Action Fund, which used increased taxes in 2017 to support local students by funding new school construction. Rogers, along with fellow state lawmakers Fred Plump and Varrie Johnson Kindall, exploited the action fund for personal gain. The state senators directed some of the grant money...
Angel of Hope presents $9,000 in scholarships to county’s first set of recipients
The Angel of Hope for Covington County committee recognized six scholarship recipients and awarded $9,000 during a ceremony and reception at the Andalusia Area Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, July 24. Seniors from each of the six high schools in Covington County were eligible to apply for the scholarship in the spring with $1,500 awarded […] The post Angel of Hope presents $9,000 in scholarships to county’s first set of recipients appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Commission discusses proposed per diem policy
The Covington County Commission continued discussion of the county’s travel reimbursement policy at a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, July 23. Commission Chairman Greg White said there is a need to update the travel reimbursement policy to a per diem policy for all county employees. Prior to Tuesday’s meeting, a proposal was made and presented […] The post Commission discusses proposed per diem policy appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Troy lands commitment from Montgomery running back AC Walters
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... This weekend, the Troy Trojans landed a commitment from incoming Alabama Christian Academy senior running back AC Walters. The 5-foot-10-inch, 190-pound Montgomery native, committed to Troy over offers from other programs like Kentucky, Ole Miss, Maryland and Appalachian State. Walters is listed as a...
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