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Deadliest strain of fentanyl found in Alabama after drug bust
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - As the fentanyl epidemic continues, law enforcement is warning that a new and even more deadly strain has made its way to Alabama. After a drug bust in Shelby County, the Drug Task Force Investigators said they found para-fluorofentanyl, which is more dangerous than pure fentanyl.
Weather alert for strong thunderstorms in Southeast Alabama Wednesday midday
The National Weather Service issued a report at 12:17 p.m. on Wednesday for strong thunderstorms until 12:45 p.m. for Dale, Geneva and Houston counties. Residents may experience wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 12:17 p.m., Doppler radar tracked strong thunderstorms along a line extending from 6 miles west...
Live at Rouses: Make a Wish Foundation
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Rouses Markets, team members and supplier partners proudly partner with hundreds of organizations throughout the Gulf Coast every year through corporate donations, sponsorships and our customer scanning campaigns. Here in Alabama, they support the Alabama Kidney Foundation, Autism Society of Alabama, among others, and of course Make-A-Wish.
UAH-led coalition building new statewide plasma industry in Alabama, backed by National Science Foundation
A 10-year, $40 million federal investment in plasma science and engineering (PSE) efforts in Alabama managed at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) has produced tangible results that are very encouraging, according to Dr. Sandra Richardson, the section head for the Research Capacity and Competitiveness Section in the Office of Integrative Activities at the U.S. National Science Foundation. UAH is a part of the University of Alabama system.
Gun violence prevention advocates question ammo machines in Alabama
Standing between a coin-to-cash machine and a refrigerator of energy drinks, a new vending machine at a Fresh Value grocery store in Pell City, Alabama, offers something more than a quick snack or drink — bullets. The machine is operated by American Rounds, a Texas-based company. To purchase ammunition,...
Alabama Democratic delegates rally for Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — Alabama’s Democratic delegates are reassessing the 2024 election following President Biden’s decision to withdraw from the race. Many are banding behind Vice President Kamala Harris after Biden’s endorsement on Sunday. However, some say an open convention may not be off the table. “Biden had vision and plenty of knowledge, so the […]
Distinguished leader of athletics in Alabama Kennith Blankenship dies at 88
The first executive director of the Alabama High School Athletic Directors & Coaches Association and of the Bryant-Jordan Student-Athlete Scholarship Program Kennith Blankenship died after an extended illness on Sunday at the age of 88. A release from the Alabama High School Athletic Association said Blankenship was a four-sport star...
Sherell Robertson To Handle Bob Jones Girls Basketball Program
MADISON- The new head coach of the girl’s basketball program at Bob Jones High is now on board. Sherell Robertson arrived within the Lady Patriots with a wealth of knowledge and experience including playing three years at Auburn University from 2007-2009 where she served as team captain. “From recruitment...
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