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ADPH urges caution against mosquito-borne illnesses
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Mosquito bites may seem like just an inconvenience, but they could lead to major health problems. That’s because they can carry deadly diseases, like the West Nile virus. “Symptoms include things like fever, headache, body aches, vomiting, diarrhea, rash,” said Dr. Wes Stubblefield with the...
Hot, humid, and stormy weather Thursday through Labor Day Weekend
Thursday: The high pressure will move northeast of Alabama on Thursday, bringing back southeast winds. That will keep us humid and bring in spotty showers. High temperatures will still be in the middle to upper 90s, and the heat index will be between 100-105+. Football Forecast: UAB takes on Alcorn at 7 PM in Birmingham […]
Alabama considers employment benefits for gig, nontraditional workers
Alabama lawmakers and industry officials are trying to figure out how nontraditional full-time workers can get employment benefits through their jobs. The Alabama Portable Benefits Task Force Tuesday discussed the potential for developing a portable benefits system for independent workers in the state. Portable benefits are employment benefits that are not tied to a single […]
Alabama oyster season 2024: Harvest forecast and industry challenges
Fishermen on Alabama’s coast are gearing up for this fall’s oyster season. But though the forecast shows that the oyster harvest will be comparable to last year’s, it’s a shadow of what the harvest—and the oyster industry—in Alabama used to be. “We still need...
Lowery places in Alabama’s Strongest Man competition
Greenville native Samuel Lowery placed second in the middleweight novice division of Alabama’s Strongest Man 12th competition on Saturday, Aug. 17. The competition was held at The Hangout in Gulf Shores. The men’s middleweight novice competition features male powerlifters under 231 pounds. Lowery graduated from Fort Dale Academy in 2022 where he was an outstanding […] The post Lowery places in Alabama’s Strongest Man competition appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Alabama Department of Environmental Management announces over $2.5 million in grants
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The Gulf Coast is getting a boost in recycling efforts as the Alabama Department of Environmental Management announced over $2.5 million in grants to cities, counties, agencies, and nonprofits across the state. According to an ADEM press release, 18 entities received a total of $2,581,070 in grant funding. Gulf Coast entities […]
Rabies in wildlife highlights the importance of vaccinating pets
Over the past few weeks, cases of rabies in wildlife have exposed several pets. In the city limits of Hokes Bluff in Etowah County, a raccoon positive for rabies was found inside a fenced yard. Three dogs in the yard were exposed to rabies. In early August in Sylacauga, Talladega County, a bat positive for rabies was found on a front porch and a cat was likely exposed. The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) reminds the public that rabies is a viral disease that can be fatal if untreated.
Bucs, Jags ranked in top 5
The Alabama Sports Writers Association released its weekly high school football poll Wednesday morning. After the first week of games, Hoover is ranked No. 5 in Class 7A. The Bucs knocked off Western (Fla.) 17-14 on Saturday evening. Spain Park is No. 4 in 6A after blowing out Sparkman 38-7.
Ozark police expect arson arrest after house fire
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - An Ozark man free on bond after his arrest on arson charges this year could face similar charges after a home burned Wednesday morning. Ozark Deputy Police Chief Michael Bryan said the Northwood Drive home sustained substantial damage, though no one was hurt. “We are questioning...
Alabama-based shipbuilder Austal USA agrees to pay $24 million to settle accounting fraud probe
Austal USA, an Alabama-based shipbuilder that makes vessels for the U.S. Navy, has admitted wrongdoing and agreed to pay a $24 million fine to settle an accounting fraud investigation, the U.S. Department of Justice announced Tuesday.
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