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Alabama linguist is fixin' to tell you what makes Wiregrass dialects unique
This story is part of a partnership between the Montgomery Advertiser and the Living Democracy program at Auburn University. Now in its 13th year, the program disperses students across rural Alabama to spend 10 weeks learning more about the inner workings of the community and writing about what they observe.
Nonprofit Eco Clean Marine promoting marine life through educational Fish Feeding Machines
A nonprofit organization dedicated to combating plastic pollution and creating awareness about ocean conservation along Alabama beaches is educating Gulf Coast visitors though Fish Feeding Machines. Eco Clean Marine installed the instruments along Fort Morgan, Alabama to Panama City, Florida. The organization also offers e-books to download at the feeder...
Elba native Alex Wright hosts third annual football camp in Elba
ELBA, Ala. (WTVY) - For three straight years, Cleveland Browns’ and Elba High graduate Alex Wright has spent time during his off-season to give back to his community. Wright was selected in the third round of the 2022 NFL draft and hasn’t missed a beat with his youth football camps since.
Alabama’s Katie Britt to speak at Republican National Convention days after Trump assassination attempt
Alabama U.S. Sen. Katie Britt will be among the list of expected Republican national lawmakers to speak during Monday’s action at the 2024 Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. The convention opens in the shadow of Saturday’s attempt on the life of former President Donald Trump in Butler, Pa.
Devastating apartment fire leaves desperate families in need
ENTERPRISE, Ala. (WTVY) - A devastating apartment fire in Enterprise displaced nearly 40 people on Saturday morning, leaving families in desperate need. The fire, which began in a first-floor apartment, quickly devoured all eight units of the Castle Ridge Apartments building. Firefighters and rescuers responded to emergency calls after occupants...
Let off the gas! 'Operation Southern Slow Down' in effect now through July 21 in Georgia
Are you one to speed when you think no one will catch you? Fair warning: This week is Operation Southern Slow Down. This is a multi-state initiative with law enforcement agencies from Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, Florida, and Tennessee partnering with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, according to Georgia State Patrol Capt. Michael Burns via email. The participating agencies will be increasing their presence for cracking down on speeding and aggressive driving. ...
Tyson Sells GA Poultry Complex, Alabama Field Days
With your Southeast Regional Ag News, I am Haylie Shipp. This is the Ag Information Network. Tyson Foods, Inc. has entered into an agreement to sell its Vienna, Georgia poultry complex to House of Raeford Farms, the company announced last week. According to a statement from Tyson, the decision to...
Celebrate Alabama agriculture with Sweet Grown Alabama Day
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Sweet Grown Alabama, the state’s non-profit agricultural branding program, is hosting a day to celebrate all the wonderful produce grown in Alabama. On July 13, farmers markets across the state will host special events to celebrate all things grown in Alabama!. In the River Region,...
NFL star with Wiregrass roots gives back to the community
ELBA, Ala. (WDHN)—On Saturday, former Elba Tiger, and current Cleveland Brown defensive end, Alex Wright returned to the Wiregrass to host his annual football camp. This is the third year Wright has hosted the camp and he truly went all out for those in attendance; offering free food and school supplies to guests.
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