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Things to do around Montgomery for Aug. 22-28
MONTGOMERY WHITEWATER This week, Montgomery Whitewater, a 120-acre state-of-the-art recirculating whitewater park and outdoor adventure center located off I-65 in Montgomery, announced plans to keep active throughout winter. The facility recently announced plans to expand with an ice skating rink, a kid's water play area, rope courses, trails, flatwater activities on the Alabama River and more. ...
Update: Damaging winds and quarter-sized hail expected with thunderstorms in Bullock County Thursday
The National Weather Service issued an updated severe thunderstorm warning at 4:35 a.m. on Thursday valid until 4:45 a.m. for Bullock County. The storms could bring quarter-sized hail (1 inch) and wind gusts of up to 60 mph. "At 4:35 a.m., a severe thunderstorm was located near Aberfoil, or near...
ADCNR Acquires Beachfront Property on Fort Morgan Peninsula
The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) recently acquired 79 acres of undeveloped land adjacent to the Beach Club Resort on the Fort Morgan Peninsula. This acquisition adds to extensive acreage that ADCNR and its partners already purchased on the peninsula with Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill Funds, including the Gulf Highlands property acquired in 2018.
Alabama Public Library Service hosts homework help program
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Alabama Public Library Service is launching a statewide program to assist students of all ages with their schoolwork. Homework Alabama provides free one-on-one online tutoring, review services, test prep and other educational resources. Over 4,000 tutors with expertise in more than 60 subjects are a part of the program’s leadership.
Make your choice for the top OL recruit in Alabama history
Earlier today, AL.com named former Huffman star Andre Smith as the state’s top offensive line recruit of all-time. The former Alabama star was our choice among seven finalists over the course of the last 30 years. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link...
Man convicted for Millbrook woman’s 1994 murder dies on Alabama’s death row
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - A man who was awaiting execution on Alabama’s death row for the 1994 murder of a Millbrook woman died before his sentence could be carried out. Donald Dallas died at Holman Correctional Facility in south Alabama on Wednesday after battling brain cancer, according to Montgomery County District Attorney Daryl Bailey.
Agreement to cancel medical debt for 193,000 needy patients in Southern states
NEW ORLEANS — A New Orleans-based system of hospitals and clinics serving Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama is working with a New York nonprofit to wipe out $366 million in medical debt for about 193,000 needy patients. The Times-Picayune/The New Orleans Advocate reported Wednesday that the deal involving Ochsner Health...
EastChase senior living complex welcomes new leadership
Residents of a $60 million senior living center in the heart of one of the state's busiest retail hubs gathered Tuesday to introduce new leadership at the Montgomery complex. The Crossings at EastChase, which has been open since November 2020, offers three types of living options — independent living, assisted living and memory care — as well as a number of services and amenities to its 164 residents, including activity programming, chef-prepared dining, a billiards room, a...
Golden Tiger Family Has Successful Fan Appreciation Day
TUSKEGEE, Ala. – The Tuskegee Athletic Department celebrated a spectacular Fan Appreciation Day earlier this week, bringing together the community for an exciting event highlighting our fall sports teams. The day was packed with engaging activities, lively entertainment, and heartfelt interactions, making it a memorable experience for fans of all ages.
Professional development classes instill more than job readiness
One Saturday each month, Charles Box leads professional development classes at Walnut Street Church of Christ. People from Butler, Lowndes and Crenshaw counties who are working through Drug Court attend as a program requirement but while there they gain much more than job readiness skills. Box is minister at the church and works concepts like […]
Garbage contract hot topic for Lowndes County Commission
Shannon Meuleman, Martin Environmental director of sales, appeared before the Lowndes County Commission on Aug. 12 to discuss obstacles for moving forward with approval of the county’s garbage collection contract. “We were awarded the bid back in April or May and we have submitted a contract to the commission,” Mueleman said. “I believe attorney [Prince] […]
Alabama community colleges see surge in enrollment, bucking national trend
Alabama community colleges are seeing the highest enrollment numbers in a decade. According to the Alabama Community College System, more than 170,000 Alabamians enrolled in academic courses, adult education or workforce training in the last academic year. Enrollment numbers at local community colleges haven’t been that high since 2013, according...
The Rundown: Events for sports fans, music lovers and foodies
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Are you a sports fan, a music lover, or maybe a foodie? Whatever you are, this weekend has some events that you are sure to add to your schedule for a little bit of fun. It’s time for the Rundown. Football fans, listen up, college...
Montgomery police searching for missing woman
Montgomery police need your help finding a woman who hasn’t been seen in months. Police are looking for 23-year-old Timaya Williams of Montgomery. Williams was last seen on June 2 at about 12:00PM by her mother in Montgomery. Investigators say Williams was last seen driving a blue four-door Dodge...
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