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Alabama dive team explains drowning victim recovery, lake safety
ALEX CITY, Ala. (WBRC) - Even the most experienced divers in the state say they never get used to the feeling of recovering a drowning victim’s body. “You never get used to it,” said Jerry Sewell with the Alex City Fire Department Dive Team. “What I tell my guys is ‘What if it was your loved one? Wouldn’t you want to bring them home so they can have closure?’”
Alabama Department of Education targeted in cyberattack
Alabama State Schools Superintendent Eric Mackey said Wednesday that the Alabama State Department of Education’s computer systems had been breached last month, and that students and employees of the department may have been affected. Speaking at a press conference in Montgomery, Mackey said the breach took place on June...
Humid and becoming unsettled Friday and Beryl is still on the move
Columbus, Ga. (WRBL)-Showers mainly with a few thunderstorms. These will be ending across east Alabama and west central Georgia before sunset and tonight for most locations looking good for fireworks across the region. Readings will remain in the mid 90s, with overnight low temperatures into the upper 70s. Scattered coverage...
The Alabama Forestry Commission says to practice fire safety while using fireworks
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WRBL) — The Alabama Forestry Commission is urging citizens to be extra cautious when using fireworks due to current drought conditions. The AFC is asking residents to avoid shooting fireworks in or near dry grass, leaves, or other flammable materials and to thoroughly soak any area where fireworks will be used with water. […]
Senators Greg Reed, Garlan Gudger announce renovation completion and installation of navigational lights at Duncan Bridge
ARLEY, Ala. – Sen. Greg Reed, R-Jasper, president pro tempore of the Alabama Senate, and Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, on July 3, 2024, announced the completion of renovations that include navigational lights at Duncan Bridge on Smith Lake. Duncan Bridge was built in 1967 and is known by its...
AGA’s Priest moving on; will head Carolinas Golf Association
HOOVER – The Alabama Golf Association is searching for a new leader. The AGA announced Tuesday that Andy Priest will be stepping down as executive director in November. He has headed the Alabama association for nine years. Priest will to assume the same position with the Carolinas Golf Association...
Vending machines dispense ammunition at two Alabama grocery stores: How they work
Two grocery stores in Alabama currently have an automated vending machine that dispenses ammunition. American Rounds markets an automated ammunition dispenser which uses artificial intelligence technology to verify a buyer’s identification and age through card scanning and facial recognition software. The buyer inserts their photo ID, and the machine...
2 former Auburn defensive coordinators now on same Alabama HS staff
Paul Rhoads is back at the beach. The longtime college coach has rejoined Mark Hudspeth’s football staff at Gulf Shores High School after spending 2023 as an assistant at Boston College. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may...
Go Build Alabama Job Board launches new tool connecting people to jobs
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — If you haven't heard, there's a new tool for job seekers in Alabama. It's called Go Build Alabama Job Board. The tool is helping workers connect with career opportunities in the construction industry and beyond. Thanks to Go Build Alabama Job Board, they'll be easier to find.
57-year-old Pensacola man killed in crash into utility pole, tree
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. -- A 57-year-old Pensacola man was killed in a crash Thursday night in Escambia County. It happened around 10:43 p.m. on Hannah Circle just east of Grimsley Rd. According to Florida Highway Patrol, the man left the roadway in a minivan and collided with a utility pole...
Alabama state officials defend Alabama prison practices amid labor exploitation claims
Alabama state officials argued in a motion Monday that inmates and civil rights groups accusing the Department of Corrections of employing slave labor did not pursue all available administrative channels and improperly split their claims across multiple lawsuits. In a motion in support of a state motion to dismiss the lawsuit, the officials, including Governor […] The post Alabama state officials defend Alabama prison practices amid labor exploitation claims appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
enrG Wellness: Functional Health & Wellness in Foley
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - We continue to follow Cherie Raber’s weight loss journey with enrG Wellnes. In addition to hearing from Raber, we speak to Luz, the office manager at enrG Wellness. Luz says she started a weight loss program with enrG Wellness three months ago and is now down 24 lbs.
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