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Federal prosecutors seek 14-month imprisonment for former Rep. John Rogers
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Federal prosecutors are recommending that former Alabama state Rep. John Rogers be sentenced to 14 months’ imprisonment after he pleaded guilty to diverting state grant funds. The 83-year-old Birmingham Democrat had been the longest-serving member of the Alabama House of Representatives. He resigned in March after agreeing to plead guilty to […]
It’s All in the Family: The Harrisons’ legacy and their impact on pharmacy in Alabama is four generations strong
Some family traditions run deeper than others. The Harrison family has made remarkable contributions to the field of pharmacy and is recognized as the first family of pharmacy in the state of Alabama. Carter Harrison ‘24, a recent graduate of Samford’s McWhorter School of Pharmacy, is carrying on the family legacy by pursuing a career in pharmacy.
Troy Public Library wraps up Summer Reading Program
The Troy Public Library’s “Adventure Begins at Your Library” 2024 Summer Reading Program ended with a blast Monday, July 8. Youngsters ages four and five were happy campers throughout the library’s summer reading program. They enjoyed Outdoors Adventures that included camping, going on a bear hunt, stories and games. On the last Adventurous outing, the […] The post Troy Public Library wraps up Summer Reading Program appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy Women’s Basketball Embarks on Costa Rica Tour for Cultural & Competitive Experience
Women's Basketball from Troy University is set to travel to Costa Rica for their 2024 foreign tour, engaging in games against local teams, cultural experiences, wildlife exploration, and community service. Yes, But. The trip combines sports, cultural immersion, and community service, potentially balancing the competitive aspect with the humanitarian and...
Movie Night raises $3,000 for Sav-A-Life
Friday night at the movies was fun for all who attended The Vine’s fun(d) raiser in support of Sav-A-Life Troy, which is embarking on a fund-raising campaign for the construction of a new building to facilitate its growing needs and future opportunities. Sav-A-Life Troy, a Pregnancy Resource Center serves Pike and surrounding counties and students […] The post Movie Night raises $3,000 for Sav-A-Life appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Troy’s Kole Myers selected 280th in 2024 MLB Draft
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - Troy Trojans senior outfielder Kole Myers was selected with the 280th overall pick in the 9th Round of the 2024 MLB Draft on Monday by the Los Angeles Dodgers. Myers, a native of Lafayette, Louisiana, becomes the 64th pro baseball draft pick in program history and...
Major Ashford Library project abandoned, director cites rising costs as cause
DOTHAN, Ala (WDHN) — A renovation project to move the Ashford Library to a new and larger space has been halted by the Dothan Houston County Library System (DHCLS). According to DHCLS Director Chris Warren, the library system’s Board of Trustees voted to stop the Ashford Library renovation project and the Ashford Library Capital Campaign to raise funds for the project.
Dothan Career Center to Host Job Fair on July 18
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) – The Dothan Career Center will be hosting its annual job fair on Thursday, July 18. The job fair will begin at 1 p.m. and end at 4 p.m. and take place at Sterling Event Services, 2461 E. Burdeshaw St. Dothan, AL 36303. Hiring agencies from...
Local comics shop employees picking up the pieces, ask community for help after fire ravages business
Employees of the family-owned Missys Comix Shop are heartbroken and picking up the pieces after a place that offered a variety of happiness in the Dothan community was destroyed in a fire over the weekend. Missy’s Comix bookstore employees spent the day Monday trying to save books and other items...
Upcoming Pageant Events at Oxford Performing Arts Center: Miss Alabama Volunteer Competition
Oxford, AL – In just two weeks, the much-anticipated Miss Alabama Volunteer competition is set to take place at the Oxford Performing Arts Center (OPAC), promising an exciting and memorable experience for all. This event is a wonderful opportunity to connect, have fun, and celebrate the talents and achievements of young women from across the […] The post Upcoming Pageant Events at Oxford Performing Arts Center: Miss Alabama Volunteer Competition appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
City of Foley Considers Open Container Alcohol District In Downtown Area
Foley’s city council will discuss adding an entertainment district in the downtown area along U.S. 98 for two blocks west of McKenzie Street or State Route 59 with the north boundary being West Rose Avenue and the south boundary being West Myrtle Avenue. According to Alabama state law, entertainment...
Elba murder suspect’s case on hold, sent to prison pending indictment
COFFEE COUNTY, Ala (WDHN) — The case of an Elba murder suspect has been placed on hold until the Coffee County District Attorney’s office receives evidence for an indictment. According to District Attorney James Tarbox, Freddie McGhee’s case was placed on hold on Monday, July 15, and will...
Enterprise fire destroys Castle Ridge Apartment building, leaving 37 without homes
The Circle City's Wingstop location under construction ahead of its opening date in August. Dothan Police Department recently held their annual Awards and Promotion Ceremony at The Forum in downtown Dothan, with several officers recognized for their service to the city. Town Terrace Apartments are now available to rent. Updated:...
Governor urges families to ‘stock up’ during tax holiday
Governor Kay Ivey issued a statement Monday, encouraging Alabamians to begin preparing for the upcoming academic year by participating in Alabama’s annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, slated for Friday, July 19 through Sunday, July 21. Towns including Fort Deposit and Hayneville participate each year in the annual tax holiday traditionally held the third full weekend […]
Alabama agrees not to autopsy Keith Edmund Gavin after his execution this week
In a change from recent protocol, the state of Alabama will not perform an autopsy on Keith Edmund Gavin if he is executed this week, a state prisons spokeswoman said. Gavin is scheduled to be executed by lethal injection Thursday evening for the 1998 capital murder of a north Alabama delivery truck driver. Court records show Gavin is not requesting any last-minute legal efforts seeking a stay in his execution. He has requested that the state not...
More heat advisories for Alabama: How hot will it get?
More heat advisories will be in effect for most of Alabama on Tuesday. The National Weather Service said heat and humidity could combine to make it feel as hot as 108 degrees in parts of the state this afternoon. Air temperatures are expected to peak in the mid-90s for most...
Alabama House District 52 Democratic runoff election: A voter’s guide
Voters in Birmingham go to the polls Tuesday to choose a Democratic nominee for a special election in House District 52. Kelvin Datcher, the deputy director of community development for Birmingham, will compete against Frank Woodson, a nonprofit executive and former UPS manager, for the Democratic nomination in a district that covers a portion of […] The post Alabama House District 52 Democratic runoff election: A voter’s guide appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
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