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Col. Shamekia Toliver takes command of 42nd Air Base Wing at Maxwell Air Force Base
A ceremony was held this morning at Maxwell Air Force Base as Col. Ryan Richardson transferred command of the 42nd Air Base Wing to Col. Shamekia N. Toliver. Col. Toliver, the new Maxwell-Gunter Installation Commander, had been commander of the 502d Installation Support Group Joint Base in San Antonio, Texas.
Something ‘a-fowl’ in Brundidge
There’s an old saying that “There’s something rotten in Denmark.” Well, there’s something rotten in the vicinity of the transfer truck parking lot just off S.A. Graham Blvd. in Brundidge and across for the Dollar General. On Saturday morning, several shoppers leaving the Dollar General noticed a foul odor. Donna Hogan, of Brundidge, was among […] The post Something ‘a-fowl’ in Brundidge appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Selma eyes way to refinance loan that’s choking growth
The heat is on for the city of Selma to agree on a budget before the next fiscal year starts Oct. 1. . It’s always a good idea for a city to have a budget approved before the fiscal year begins, but having a budget for the 2025 Fiscal Year is a crucial step to getting the city out from under a higher interest loan that is soaking up almost 10% of the city’s total budget.
Eufaula Verizon store to give away free backpacks, school supplies
EUFAULA, Ala. (WTVM) - As the new school year approaches, Round Room, an authorized Verizon retailer, is gearing up for its 12th annual “Schools Rock Backpack Giveaway.” The event aims to support local families by providing free backpacks to children. The giveaway will kick off this Sunday at...
Tuskegee looks at changing how the city is governed
Residents in Tuskegee could possibly get to vote on whether to change who hires and fires city employees. The proposal was discussed at Tuesday night’s city council meeting. Right now the City of Tuskegee has a less traditional type of governing body. Employees are hired and fired by a city manager instead of by the mayor. But now, a petition is circulating that would change that.
Pay It Forward: Cedric Sanders of Montgomery
Cedric Sanders is the owner of Can A Brotha Get A Slice? pizza restaurant in Montgomery. His big personality is felt as soon as you meet him. But behind the big personality is also a big heart. We’re told Sanders helps the homeless and feeds them and encourages the youth...
Wetumpka art legend Don Sawyer dies
Look anywhere in Wetumpka and there is Don Sawyer’s mark — the Hollywood Fish. Almost always on a yellow background, the fish is wearing sunglasses and grinning to the world. Look close enough, and you’re likely to find a cross and a church in the painting. Those paintings will now stand as memories as Sawyer died Friday after a battle with cancer.
Grove Hill Memorial Hospital set to end its labor and delivery services
CLARKE COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — There is growing concern as the only hospital in rural Southwest Alabama that provides labor and delivery services shared that it is set to shut the doors on its obstetrics unit. In mid-August, Grove Hill Memorial Hospital located in Grove Hill, just off of State Highway 295, will end its […]
Stuff the Cruiser 2024 is just around the corner
MARION, Miss. (WTOK) - School is just weeks away from starting, and the Marion Police Foundation wants to make sure every student has the supplies they need to be successful. For the last seven years, Chief Randall Davis and his officers have hosted the Stuff the Cruiser school supplies drive to ensure that each kid in East Mississippi and West Alabama can walk into the school year knowing they have what they need to start the year off right.
Alabama governor visits Andalusia, speaks to students about their education
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - Alabama Governor Kay Ivey made a visit to Andalusia on Wednesday to instill the importance of knowledge to students. “Strong students lead to a strong Alabama” was Governor Ivey’s main message to students at the Coleman-Robertson Center’s Summer Program. She spoke about learning...
Carlee Russell Returns To Social Media With 27th Birthday Post One Year After Kidnapping Hoax: ‘The Work Is Not Finished Yet’
Returning to social media one year after her kidnapping hoax — which made national news — Carlee Russell breaks her silence to celebrate her 27th birthday, telling followers, “The work is not finished yet.” RELATED: Sister Of Carlee Russell’s Boyfriend Says Their Family Had No Clue ‘She Fabricated This Story,’ Adds ‘I Pray For Carlee’s ... Read more The post Carlee Russell Returns To Social Media With 27th Birthday Post One Year After Kidnapping Hoax: ‘The Work Is Not Finished Yet’ appeared first on Hollywood Unlocked .
No action following statement of Eclectic town clerk
It was supposed to be a meeting to discuss the fiscal year 2025 budget for the Eclectic Town Council. Instead Monday’s council meeting turned into a two-hour executive session hearing accusations of misspending of town funds, a hostile work environment and slander. Mayor Gary Davenport said he and town clerk Shannon Duck have been discussing a situation for a week or so. The mayor felt the matter was important enough to delay the budget discussion to allow Duck to make a public statement before the council headed behind closed doors to hear from Duck, Eclectic police officers, town staff and Alexander City clerk Stephanie Southerland.
Demopolis City Schools Superintendent Tony Willis leaving for Calhoun County schools
Demopolis City Schools Superintendent Tony Willis has resigned to take the top job of Calhoun County schools. According to The Anniston Star, the Calhoun County Board of Education hired Willis, 53, in a vote Tuesday morning. Willis starts the job immediately. Willis has a master’s degree in Instructional Leadership from...
Families describe assaults and deaths behind bars during hearing on Alabama prison conditions
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Deandre Roney told officials at the Alabama prison he was incarcerated at that he feared for his life because another inmate had been threatening him, his sister said. On June 8, months away from his scheduled release date, the 39-year-old was stabbed to death. Money the family had saved to help […]
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