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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. […]
Gulf State Park Pier Reopens to the Public
The renovated Gulf State Park Pier reopened on Monday, August 19, welcoming people to the iconic Gulf Coast landmark for the first time in more than nine months. The pier closed in November 2023 for the $13.6 million renovation project, with contractor MD Thomas Construction, based in Orange Beach, leading the work.
Reid Wilson, 14, is returning for a shot to wow the nation live on America's Got Talent
A Montgomery teen is one step closer to making his musical dreams happen live on NBC's "America's Got Talent." When Reid Wilson, 14, returns to the show on Tuesday, Aug. 27, he has to wow not just the judges, but all of America with his soulful singing. Voting is in the hands of...
Alabama Trump voter speaks at DNC, endorses Kamala Harris
CHICAGO - The Democratic National Convention heard from an unlikely speaker this week: a lifelong Alabama Republican. Kyle Sweetser, a former President Donald Trump voter from Mobile told the convention Tuesday night he will be voting for Vice President Kamala Harris in November, despite voting for Trump in 2016 and 2020.
Week 0 Montgomery-area high school football live updates: Scoreboard, players, rankings
Week 0 of the Alabama high school football season continues Friday with matchups all around the Montgomery area. In Thursday’s game, Prattville defeated Pike Road 41-37, while T.R. Miller bested Reeltown 28-7 in the opening game of the AHSAA Kickoff Classic at the Cramton Bowl. This page will be your hub for all...
Rep. Robert Aderholt celebrates multi-million investment project in the Shoals
MUSCLE SHOALS, Ala. (WAFF) - Rep. Robert Aderholt made a stop in north Alabama to celebrate a multi-million-dollar investment project. Aderholt was in the Shoals, visiting the Constellium facility after a recent boost from the Department of Defense. More than $20 million is on the way to the area to...
3 charged after armed robbery at Atlanta Highway restaurant
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Three suspects are under arrest and charged in connection with the armed robbery of a pizza restaurant on Montgomery’s Atlanta Highway, according to court filings. Darrin Spencer Jr., 22, Cordelia Adair, 37, and Gary Adair, 32, are each charged with first-degree robbery. The relationship among...
Cultural festival celebrates Alabama blues women on Aug. 31
A pre-Labor Day cultural festival in Pickens County celebrating women in blues music is set for Saturday, Aug. 31 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event will feature music from Debbie Bond, Carroline Shines, and Taylor Britton. It will also feature a truck, motorcycle and car show, as well as food, vendors, games and more.
Alabama social worker goes extra mile in her work to protect elderly, disabled adults
The Alabama Department of Human Resources has recognized one of its social workers for her initiative and innovation in helping elderly and disabled adults. Kaylan Jacobs, who works for the Chilton County DHR, was chosen for the Alabama Spirit of Adult Protective Services Award for 2024. Jacobs’ efforts led to...
DJ Vinson wants to take care of family debate with breakout season
When he sets foot on McLemore Field on Friday night, DJ Vinson knows he’ll be a marked man. The Montgomery Academy senior accounted for 47 percent of the Eagles’ offense last year as a wide receiver, often drawing double teams or bracketing schemes that could put as many as three players on him.
Montgomery woman charged with arson after three properties burn
A woman has been charged with three counts of arson after three Montgomery properties caught fire Wednesday, authorities say. Montgomery Fire Rescue units responded to a structure fire Wednesday evening at 5160 Missildine Circle. Ladona Missildine, co-owner of the property, was the only person inside the building at the time of the fire, Assistant Fire Chief S.L. Cooper said. ...
Volleyball Heads To Alabama For Faulkner Invitational
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The 19 ranked St. Thomas University volleyball team looks to keep its undefeated record in tact in Montgomery, Ala., where the Bobcats are set to take on Texas A&M Texarkana, Reinhardt, William Carey and Freed-Hardeman at the Faulkner Invitational on Friday, Aug. 23 and Saturday, Aug. 24.
Special teams help Lions rally past Pike Road in season opener
WETUMPKA -- Talk about being in the right place at the right time. Not once, not twice, but three times Donovan Brown turned special teams miscues into good fortune for the Prattville Lions, who rallied late to defeat Pike Road 41-37 in a sloppily played season opener on Thursday night.
Prattville Council hires Amy Hilliard as Economic Developer for City
The Prattville City Council, with a 4-2 vote Tuesday, agreed to hire Dr. Amy Hilliard as the new Economic Developer for the City. Hilliard secured the position as the economic development director and department head for the newly created director position. Hilliard was in a similar position several years ago with the Prattville Area Chamber of Commerce before leaving for a position in Auburn. Her name at that time was Amy Brabham.
Burrage receives HOSA champion ring
Photo submitted Health Sciences Teacher and HOSA co-advisor Tabitha Bryan Gary (left) presents Highland Home School senior Regan Burrage (right) with her state champion ring on Aug. 13, commemorating Burrage’s first place win in the Interview Skills competition at the 2024 Alabama HOSA State Leadership Conference held in March. The post Burrage receives HOSA champion ring appeared first on Luverne Journal.
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