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Early voting opens in Okaloosa and Walton counties on Aug. 10. What to know
Want to beat long wait times or vote in a more convenient location? Starting Aug. 10, voters across the Emerald Coast can cast their ballots early for the Aug. 20 statewide primary elections. ...
Veterans Invited to Enter Gulf Coast Art Contest
Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – The "Best of the Vets" Gulf Coast Art Contest is now accepting submissions from military veterans living in Baldwin County, Alabama, and Escambia County, Florida. The contest includes Literary Art/Poetry and 2D/3D Artwork in the following categories:. Clay. Digital Media/Photography. Metal. Mixed...
'This is barbaric': Inmate families call for criminal investigation of organ harvesting
MONTGOMERY, Ala (WBMA) — Families accusing the University of Alabama at Birmingham Health System (UAB) of organ harvesting are calling on Governor Kay Ivey, Attorney General Steve Marshall and the FBI to investigate their claims. They have filed civil lawsuits in state court, but believe criminal investigations are warranted.
What we give up by living in Alabama, ask Nick Saban
Coach Saban seems to understand what we give up by living in Alabama. This spring my wife and I attended our grandson’s high school graduation in Atlanta. We’re so proud because our grandson had been accepted to Georgia Tech. But then it struck us. Our Atlanta son and...
Alabama’s plasma science initiative yields promising results, eyes major future funding
A decade-long federal investment of $40 million in plasma science and engineering (PSE) efforts in Alabama, managed by The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), is showing promising results. This initiative, supported by the U.S. National Science Foundation’s (NSF) Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR), aims to position Alabama...
Sewell accepting fall internship applications
U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) announced July 22 that her Washington D.C. and district offices are now accepting applications for fall 2024 interns. College students and recent graduates interested in government and public service are invited to apply for a chance to spend the semester learning about the inner workings of a congressional office. Interns […]
National Republicans to target 2nd congressional district, announce Caroleene Dobson as a ‘Young Gun’
Alabama’s 2nd congressional district was drawn to give a Democratic politician the advantage, but the National Republican Congressional Committee is going all-in on its candidate 99 days before the Nov. 5 election. The NRCC announced Monday that Montgomery attorney Caroleene Dobson is one of 26 Republicans added to the...
National Hurricane Center increases chances of tropical cyclone. Georgia should watch closely
In a rush? Here's everything you need to know — in less than a minute — about what's happening in the tropics. The National Hurricane Center has increased the chances for a tropical wave to strengthen as it moves toward Florida and the U.S., according to the latest advisory. The system now...
Pensacola's plan for homeless help, new zoning regs will be paid for with federal funds
Pensacola will have exactly five months as of Wednesday to make any changes to its plan to spend $19.1 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds. Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves is bringing an updated plan to spend the city's American Rescue Plan Act funds to the Pensacola City Council next week that will leave...
Pensacola's Missy Gannon wins European Disc Golf Festival tournament in Estonia
Missy Gannon's disc golf career has been going pretty well since moving to Pensacola last summer. In March of this year, Gannon, known as "Big Money Missy" for her putting prowess under pressure, won her first Professional Disc Golf Association major tournament when she captured the United States Women's Disc Golf in March of this year. ...
Summer heat returns this week
Tuesday: We’re finally starting to dry out today with only a few afternoon storms in the forecast, so many of us will remain dry. High temperatures will make a run for the middle 90s with heat index values as hot as 105-110°. A Heat Advisory is in place for much of central and western Alabama today.
First Alert: Summer strikes back!
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - After a couple weeks of wetter, less hot weather, Summer is returning with a vengeance this week. Afternoon temperatures will go back above normal most of the second half of the work week, with most places heating into the mid 90s each day. Overwhelming humidity will push the heat index into the 103-108 degree range each afternoon and rain will be hard to come by.
Local Markets, Coastal Dining and Fishing Highlights This Week of Activities
The upcoming week on the Gulf Coast is packed with various activities for all ages. From enjoying traditional Irish pub fare and fireside music, embarking on fishing adventures, crafting at the library, and attending rock concerts, to exploring local markets and indulging in coastal dining experiences, there is something for everyone. Community events like shelling hikes and beachside s'mores gatherings ensure both residents and visitors have ample opportunities to engage and enjoy the vibrant local culture.
Scorching feels-like temps continue through Tuesday
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - Heat continues to strong-arm much of Mississippi and Alabama, some with feels-like temperatures over 110 degrees now! We’ll continue to see temperatures like this over the next few days, with humidity and low cloud cover helping the already searing heat feel even more oppressive. Today,...
Swiger Studios Earns Accolades for Creative Murals
Gulf Shores, Ala. – (OBA) – The Swiger brothers are making waves along the Gulf Coast, literally and figuratively, with their combined talents as they continue taking deep dives into the world of murals. Explore over 40 locations across coastal Alabama towns as we navigate some of the public locations.
Annual Shrimp Festival Golf Tournament Set For August
The 31st Annual National Shrimp Festival Golf Challenge for Education will take place at Craft Farms Golf Club in Gulf Shores on Friday, August 30. This event is organized by the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber to support their education initiatives. Since 1993, the golf challenge has marked the beginning of...
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