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Search for missing Morgan County man ends in heartbreak
Rescue crews are no longer searching for a missing Morgan County man. Divers found the body of 35-year-old Justin Letson in the Tennessee River Friday afternoon near Point Mallard Park. The Morgan County Rescue Squad, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Marine and Aviation, and the Lawrence County Rescue Squad...
Alabama state senator seriously injured in Fourth of July personal watercraft accident with son, police say
An Alabama State senator was injured Thursday afternoon in personal watercraft accident with his adult son, state police said Friday. Sen. Garlan E. Gudger Jr., 49, of Cullman, was injured Thursday when the 2024 Sea-Doo GTI personal watercraft (PWC) he was operating was struck in the rear by a 2019 Sea-Doo GTI PWC operated by Garlan E. Gudger III, 21, also of Cullman.
Tuscaloosa Restaurant Announces Permanent Closing On July 4th
A Tuscaloosa restaurant known for their wings, burgers, fries, nachos and more has announced they will be closing their doors permanently in Alabama. "This location has closed. Please visit us at our Georgia locations," is the message that was posted on social media by Buffalo's Cafe at Tuscaloosa. "We are...
Report: Campaign spending in Alabama could top $43M
(The Center Square) – Campaign spending in Alabama elections this fall could top $43 million, a new report says. The Political Projections Report was released on Monday by advertising tracking company AdImpact and it predicts that nationally, campaign spending could hit a new high of $10.69 billion, up from its previous prediction of $10.2 billion. The previous high was in the 2019-20 cycle, when spending topped $9.02 billion. There are...
Tennessee man arrested in Murray, KY after police respond to call of reckless driver
MURRAY, Ky. (KBSI) – A Tennessee man faces several charges in Murray after police responded to a call of a reckless driver. Brandon Partee, 26, of Humboldt, Tenneessee faces charge of fleeing or evading police 1st degree on foot, fleeing or evading police 1st degree motor vehicle, operating motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol, resisting arrest, wanton endangerment 1st degree, criminal mischief 1st degree, leaving the scene of an accident-failure to render aid, disarming a peace officer and disregarding a traffic control device.
Volunteer Tennessee will provide $8 million in AmeriCorps grant funding for the 2024-25 period, these grants will empower more than 830 AmeriCorps members across Tennessee
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, these grants will empower more than 830 AmeriCorps members in Tennessee. Each program recruits members dedicated to tackling critical challenges within the state, including providing tutoring and mentoring for students, delivering health services, restoring the environment, increasing economic opportunities, and recruiting and managing volunteers.
Lauren Giesecke Named MTSU Head Women’s Golf Coach
Lauren Giesecke, a renowned women’s golf coach with nine years of head coaching experience, has been named head coach of the Middle Tennessee women’s golf program, Director of Athletics Chris Massaro announced Monday. Giesecke becomes just the fourth Blue Raiders head coach in the program’s history. A...
Here are 4 awesome yard sales to check out this weekend
This weekend is a great time to find yourself some hidden gems and good deals on a variety of items for sale at local yard sales. In the Huntsville area, there are multiple yard sales and estate sales happening over the next few days. Check these out:. Yard sales in...
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