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Alabama officials praise $550M grant, but more funds required for Mobile bridge
(The Center Square) – Alabama leaders celebrated the award of $550 million for a long-proposed bridge over the Mobile River in a news conference this week, but more funds are needed to complete the project. Federal Highway Administrator Shailen Bhatt visited the Port City on Monday, surrounded by some Alabama leaders, some of whom voted against the $12.5 billion infrastructure law that provided the funding. Despite the infusion, more is...
Former Alabama Rep. John Rogers sentenced to 13 months in prison after pleading guilty to fraud
John Rogers, the longest-serving member of the Alabama House of Representatives and a stalwart of the state's Black caucus, will spend 13 months in prison for his part in stealing money from a community service fund.
How does Auburn's 2025 class in the state of Alabama compare to years past?
Auburn has not always won the big dog recruiting battles in the state of Alabama, but when the Tigers are at their best, the program has done a good job landing in-state prospects that aren't headed to Alabama or Georgia. Hugh Freeze and Auburn's new staff recognize that — along with flipping the script and winning some of the big dog recruiting battles — as they attack the state of Alabama in recruiting.
Alabama voters speak on what they want out of the 2024 presidential election
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — Less than 100 days from Election Day, recent Emerson Polls show the gap between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris narrowing. When asked, Alabama voters voiced a myriad of answers about what they want out of this election. “When I go to the ballot box, I think it’s […]
Prattville woman charged in shooting death of Montgomery resident
A Prattville woman has been charged with murder in a Montgomery shooting, police say. Ivory Brooks, 25, of Prattville was identified in the July 27 shooting death of Montgomery resident Rayonta Fuller-Anderson, 26, police said. Brooks was taken into custody July 29 and placed in the Montgomery County Detention Facility with no bond. Montgomery police did not immediately release any other information about the shooting or arrest. An MPD spokesperson said the investigation is ongoing. This article originally appeared on Montgomery Advertiser: Prattville woman charged in shooting death of Montgomery resident
PAHS Pet of the week – Bambi
Bambi (formerly known as Beauty) is an 11-month-old female Great Pyrenees mix who has already been spayed. She is a return adoption because the owner did not have enough time to spend with her. Bambi has a gorgeous solid white coat–a coat a diva would love! Just look at that stylish tail that she carries so proudly. Bambi currently weighs 69 pounds so she is a large gal who will probably be an extra-large dog as an adult. This sweetheart would be fine with other dogs and older children. Bambi is house trained and will need a nice, securely fenced yard where she can safely play. Come meet Bambi soon–she lives up to her name because she is truly sweet and gentle.
High school football Media Day: What coaches at Catholic, Saint James ect. said about the season
MONTGOMERY — High school football programs across the River Region gathered at Garrett Coliseum for the Prep Media Day kicking off the 2024 football season. The second session consisted of Montgomery Catholic, Montgomery Academy, Saint James, Trinity, Elmore County and Holtville. Here are some of the biggest takeaways we got from Tuesdays media day. ...
WSFA 12 News, Better Business Bureau to hold shredding event
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - The Better Business Bureau will be holding a shred day event, in conjunction with WSFA 12 News, so you can safely dispose of your sensitive papers. Volunteers with the BBB will available on Friday, Sept. 20 to take and shred your unneeded documents. This event will...
Warhawk Weekly 7-30: Key semester dates; Kickoff to College Tailgate
While Auburn University at Montgomery’s new academic year officially starts with the beginning of classes on Monday, August 19, there are several other important dates to know as the fall semester begins:. Student housing move-in: 14-17 Last day to add classes: Monday, Aug. 26. Last day to apply for...
Man arrested on federal gun charges a ‘potential suspect’ in Birmingham triple homicide, records say
A man being investigated as part of the ongoing probe into a Birmingham triple homicide that left a 5-year-old boy and his mother dead has been arrested on unrelated federal gun charges. The shooting happened in the 1700 block of Indian Summer Drive, just off Winewood Road, shortly before 5:30...
3 from Montgomery sentenced for illegal possession of machineguns
Three men from Montgomery have been sentenced to federal prison after being convicted of illegal possession of machineguns, said an announcement from the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Alabama. The announcement said that there were two cases involving defendants who were being tried for using conversion switches...
New grocery store in Fairfield helps to combat food insecurity
Fairfield, AL (WBMA) — Carver Jones Market is a new grocery store opening up in Fairfield. The city has been without its own grocery store since the Walmart closed back in 2016. The minority owned grocery store is expected to increase access to fresh food within the food desert....