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Vehicle hit by gunfire near Montgomery intersection
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Authorities confirm shots were fired in the area of Atlanta Highway and McLemore Drive Friday afternoon. Although the incident occurred within Montgomery city limits, it is being investigated by the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office said a vehicle was hit by gunfire, but...
Marion Academy renews Cognia accreditation
Marion Academy has renewed its Cognia accreditation, continuing a 25-year streak of national performance recognition. Formerly named AdvancED, Cognia is the parent organization of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI), the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI), and Northwest Accreditation Commission (NWAC).
Montgomery Police Seek Help in Solving Fatal July Shooting
Montgomery, AL (WDNews) – The Montgomery Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on July 18, 2024. Authorities are seeking the public’s help in identifying the suspects involved in this tragic incident. Victim Identified:. The victim, Hector Bamaca Yoc, 21, of Montgomery, was found with a...
Montgomery Fire/Rescue mourns passing of retired captain
The Montgomery Fire/Rescue Department has announced the death of retired Captain William R. Lowe, who passed away on Monday, July 15. The department made a statement on social media saying that Lowe was a firefighter for 20 years, first entering in 1968 and retiring in 1988:. "Grieving when a loved...
New park coming to Prattville
PRATTVILLE, Ala. (WSFA) - During Prattville Founders Day on Friday, Prattville Mayor Bill Gillespie, Jr. announced plans to build a new park in the town. The Prattville Land Company has donated eight acres of land to be developed into Vista Point Park. The park will have an observation deck by...
Investigators searching for shooter as Opelika Walmart cleared of potential threat
OPELIKA, Ala. (WRBL) – A significant police presence at the Walmart on Pepperell Parkway Friday afternoon is clearing up as officers confirm there is no armed suspect inside the store. Surveillance footage confirms the suspect has left. However, officers continue to patrol the area out of caution. The incident began with a shooting in Lee County […]
432-pound bull shark caps opening day at 2024 Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo
A stormy Friday morning made for a slow start to the 91st Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo, but the big fish started to come in by day’s end – including a bull shark that wasn’t far shy of the state record. The firing of a cannon marked...
ADECA wants comments from Selma residents on disaster grant
The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs wants public comments on the Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program from Selma residents. According to City of Selma Planning and Development director Danielle Wooten, feedback will directly impact the development and recovery projects in Selma and ensure that the needs and priorities of the community […] The post ADECA wants comments from Selma residents on disaster grant appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Fortunate Lottery Players Win Six-Figure Prizes in North Carolina
An incredibly fortunate player from Alabama, who recently visited North Carolina, scored a six-figure prize from a recent Powerball drawing. The lucky man identified as Christopher Baker from Leesburg, Alabama, visited the North Carolina Education Lottery Wednesday to collect his sweet $100,000 Powerball prize. The man recently visited North Carolina...
Alabama shrimpers set to rally Saturday
DAUPHIN ISLAND, Ala. (WALA) - Kerry Mitchell and her husband know the challenges that come with shrimping for a living. Her husband Michael is out dragging his net off Dauphin Island. Have you listened to this article via the audio player?. If so, send us your feedback around what we...
Montgomery man charged in the shooting death of Darius Gunn
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - The Montgomery Police Department announced that a man has been arrested in connection to the June 18 shooting death of Darius Gunn. According to MPD, they have charged 19-year-old Zephaniah Lowery of Montgomery with capital murder. He was identified as the suspect that shot and killed 27-year-old Darius Gunn on the Eastern Boulevard in Montgomery on June 18 just before midnight.
Prattville Farm Swap event is Saturday
Join us at The Prattville Farm Swap on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.! We are currently accepting vendor applications for our events, which will be held near a gas station and Piggly Wiggly off Highway 31. The address is 1926 US 31, Prattville. Do you have hens, quail, ducks, pigs, rabbits, goats, exotics, turkeys, chicks, or hatching eggs UFD? Reach out to us today and sign up as a vendor!
Local athletes compete in AHSAA All-Star Week
Homewood’s Annie McBride (11) attempts a pass as Mountain Brook’s Sophie Hicks (16) blocks the ball during a Class 6A second-round playoff game at Waldrop Stadium on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. Photo by Erin Nelson Sweeney. The Alabama High School Athletic Association held its annual All-Star week in...
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