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Trojans encouraged to show their spirit on Aug. 30 for College Colors Day
Troy University students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends are encouraged to show their Trojan spirit on Friday, Aug. 30 by donning their TROY colors. On Wednesday, Gov. Kay Ivey presented a proclamation to the Higher Education Partnership of Alabama, recognizing Aug. 30 as College Colors Day in the state of Alabama.
Drought conditions worsen as monthly rainfall deficit grows
Rainfall has been hard to come by in some parts of the Tennessee Valley this month. This has put some communities at a significant monthly rainfall deficit. The latest drought update as of August 22, shows that parts of Northwest Alabama including the Shoals area are experiencing severe drought. At the same time, other parts of the region continue to experience dry to moderate drought levels.
Alabama Public Library Service hosts homework help program
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Alabama Public Library Service is launching a statewide program to assist students of all ages with their schoolwork. Homework Alabama provides free one-on-one online tutoring, review services, test prep and other educational resources. Over 4,000 tutors with expertise in more than 60 subjects are a part of the program’s leadership. […]
Gulf State Park Pier Reopens to the Public
The renovated Gulf State Park Pier reopened on Monday, August 19, welcoming people to the iconic Gulf Coast landmark for the first time in more than nine months. The pier closed in November 2023 for the $13.6 million renovation project, with contractor MD Thomas Construction, based in Orange Beach, leading the work.
Alabama Trump voter speaks at DNC, endorses Kamala Harris
CHICAGO - The Democratic National Convention heard from an unlikely speaker this week: a lifelong Alabama Republican. Kyle Sweetser, a former President Donald Trump voter from Mobile told the convention Tuesday night he will be voting for Vice President Kamala Harris in November, despite voting for Trump in 2016 and 2020.
Rep. Robert Aderholt celebrates multi-million investment project in the Shoals
MUSCLE SHOALS, Ala. (WAFF) - Rep. Robert Aderholt made a stop in north Alabama to celebrate a multi-million-dollar investment project. Aderholt was in the Shoals, visiting the Constellium facility after a recent boost from the Department of Defense. More than $20 million is on the way to the area to...
Cultural festival celebrates Alabama blues women on Aug. 31
A pre-Labor Day cultural festival in Pickens County celebrating women in blues music is set for Saturday, Aug. 31 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event will feature music from Debbie Bond, Carroline Shines, and Taylor Britton. It will also feature a truck, motorcycle and car show, as well as food, vendors, games and more.
Perry County Ambulance Service expanding to Uniontown
The Perry County Ambulance Service is set to expand to Uniontown in September. A post on social media by Perry County Commissioner Albert Turner Jr. said that three employees will need to sign contracts, the facility will need "some attention", an MOU with Uniontown will need to be established and the commission will need to approve hiring.
Alabama social worker goes extra mile in her work to protect elderly, disabled adults
The Alabama Department of Human Resources has recognized one of its social workers for her initiative and innovation in helping elderly and disabled adults. Kaylan Jacobs, who works for the Chilton County DHR, was chosen for the Alabama Spirit of Adult Protective Services Award for 2024. Jacobs’ efforts led to...
Community congratulates Peoples on accomplishments
Friends and family of minister Second Lt. Merrie Jessica Peoples joined members of the Collirene community to convey their congratulations for her achievement of earning a second master’s degree in divinity with Magna Cum Laude honors from Ambridge College. “Your dedication and hard work have truly paid off,” they said in a media release. “We […]
Reid Wilson, 14, is returning for a shot to wow the nation live on America's Got Talent
A Montgomery teen is one step closer to making his musical dreams happen live on NBC's "America's Got Talent." When Reid Wilson, 14, returns to the show on Tuesday, Aug. 27, he has to wow not just the judges, but all of America with his soulful singing. Voting is in the hands of...
3 charged after armed robbery at Atlanta Highway restaurant
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Three suspects are under arrest and charged in connection with the armed robbery of a pizza restaurant on Montgomery’s Atlanta Highway, according to court filings. Darrin Spencer Jr., 22, Cordelia Adair, 37, and Gary Adair, 32, are each charged with first-degree robbery. The relationship among...
Montgomery woman charged with arson after three properties burn
A woman has been charged with three counts of arson after three Montgomery properties caught fire Wednesday, authorities say. Montgomery Fire Rescue units responded to a structure fire Wednesday evening at 5160 Missildine Circle. Ladona Missildine, co-owner of the property, was the only person inside the building at the time of the fire, Assistant Fire Chief S.L. Cooper said. ...
Troy Regional Medical Center one of 391 hospitals nationwide with the lowest C. diff rates
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Three hundred ninety-one hospitals in the U.S. have a Clostridioides difficile infection rate of zero, as based on the healthcare-associated infections dataset from CMS. Measures are developed by the CDC and collected through the National Healthcare Safety Network. The measures show how often patients...
CCBOE approves personnel changes amid debate over new supplemental roles
By Haley Mitchell Godwin The Crenshaw County Board of Education held its regular meeting Aug. 12 in the Joe R. Sport Administration Building following a reception in honor of Superintendent Dodd Hawthorne. Hawthorne, who recently announced his resignation after accepting a position with the Alabama State Board of Education, has taken on the role of […] The post CCBOE approves personnel changes amid debate over new supplemental roles appeared first on Luverne Journal.
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