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Let off the gas! 'Operation Southern Slow Down' in effect now through July 21 in Georgia
Are you one to speed when you think no one will catch you? Fair warning: This week is Operation Southern Slow Down. This is a multi-state initiative with law enforcement agencies from Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, Florida, and Tennessee partnering with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, according to Georgia State Patrol Capt. Michael Burns via email. The participating agencies will be increasing their presence for cracking down on speeding and aggressive driving. ...
Tyson Sells GA Poultry Complex, Alabama Field Days
With your Southeast Regional Ag News, I am Haylie Shipp. This is the Ag Information Network. Tyson Foods, Inc. has entered into an agreement to sell its Vienna, Georgia poultry complex to House of Raeford Farms, the company announced last week. According to a statement from Tyson, the decision to...
Celebrate Alabama agriculture with Sweet Grown Alabama Day
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Sweet Grown Alabama, the state’s non-profit agricultural branding program, is hosting a day to celebrate all the wonderful produce grown in Alabama. On July 13, farmers markets across the state will host special events to celebrate all things grown in Alabama!. In the River Region,...
Headland native Bryce Cunningham selected 53rd in 2024 MLB draft
HEADLAND, Ala. (WTVY) - It’s a dream come true for a hard working Headland native Sunday night. Bryce Cunningham, named the ninth best overall prospect heading to college, is headed to the New York Yankees after three seasons with the Vanderbilt Commodores. Bryce was selected 53rd overall in round...
NFL star with Wiregrass roots gives back to the community
ELBA, Ala. (WDHN)—On Saturday, former Elba Tiger, and current Cleveland Brown defensive end, Alex Wright returned to the Wiregrass to host his annual football camp. This is the third year Wright has hosted the camp and he truly went all out for those in attendance; offering free food and school supplies to guests.
One picture – A thousand thank yous
An Editorial Opinion of The Greenville Advocate There is an old adage, the origins of which many sources debate, which advises the reader that, “a picture is worth a thousand words.” Because there is much truth in the proverb, The Greenville Advocate is holding a photo opportunity on July. 18 aimed at compiling the […] The post One picture – A thousand thank yous appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Warning: Lightning In Alabama Kills Cow And Many People Each Year
OK, here's a fact that I bet you are unaware of. Alabama is ranked 3rd in the United States for death by lightning. A poor cow was struck by lightning within 100 yards of a family. Luckily the family found shelter and were safely indoors when it happened. An Alabama...
Here's where gas prices in North Alabama stand
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — As summer travel peaks, AAA reports a rise in gas prices across Alabama compared to last year. According to AAA's latest data, the national average for regular gasoline stands at $3.52 per gallon, with mid-grade at $3.96 and premium at $4.31. In North Alabama, drivers are...
Alabama secures $550M federal grant for Mobile River Bridge and Bayway Project
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Following notification of the grant awards to the Alabama Congressional Delegation, Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has awarded a $550 million discretionary grant from the Bridge Investment Program to the Mobile River Bridge and Bayway Project.
Six new Alabama school districts will offer free meals to all students. See where
Six Alabama school districts, including Jefferson and Baldwin County, will offer free breakfast and lunch to all students for the first time since the pandemic. Together, those school systems enroll more than 87,000 students. Scroll down to see the list of school districts offering universal free meals. “We know it’s...
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