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JD Vance came to Alabama in 2018 to talk about money and opportunity
Six years ago, when JD Vance came to Birmingham, he was simply a well-known figure in venture capital with a bestselling book under his belt. Now, of course, he’s the Republican senator from Ohio and his party’s nominee for vice president. But back in May of 2018, Vance...
Business Hall of Fame to Induct 7
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — The Alabama Business Hall of Fame will honor seven business leaders who have brought lasting fame to the state of Alabama through their business contributions during a ceremony in Birmingham Nov. 14. This year’s inductees are Rob O. Burton of Birmingham; Raymond J. Harbert of Birmingham;...
Time now to plant pumpkins for Halloween
Halloween season starts in July, at least according to gardening standards. For those wanting to grow their own pumpkins for spooky jack-o’-lanterns or festive fall centerpieces, early to mid-July is the time to get those pumpkin seeds in the ground. Getting Started Bethany O’Rear, an Alabama Cooperative Extension System home grounds, gardens and home pests […] The post Time now to plant pumpkins for Halloween appeared first on The Brewton Standard.
Friend and coworker reflect on life of young mother who lost her life in Geneva Co. crash
GENEVA COUNTY, Ala. (WDHN) — Sitting on the front desk of Elijah & Vaughn, DMD, PC Family Dentistry in Dothan is a memorial for 26-year-old Tiffany Cobb. “She was just one of those personalities that never met a stranger and that of course made us feel good and our patients feel good,” Hygienist and office […]
Odd series of events could see new rep in HD52 by August
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Kelvin Datcher could be Alabama’s newest state representative as soon as next month. Originally slated to meet Carlos Crum in a special election to fill the vacant House District 52 seat, Datcher, who won a Democratic primary runoff on Tuesday, could be sworn in as soon as August 1, following Crum’s departure from the race.
Federal judge narrows lawsuit over minority representation on Alabama state board
A federal court judge on Wednesday ordered discovery in a lawsuit challenging a statute requiring minority representation on a state board. But U.S. District Judge R. Austin Huffaker dismissed the lawsuit’s challenge to language requiring state boards to reflect the diversity of the state. The American Alliance for Equal Rights, an organization that challenges preferences […] The post Federal judge narrows lawsuit over minority representation on Alabama state board appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
Rural utilities’ challenges during natural disasters
HARTFORD, Ala. (WTVY) - Representatives with Wiregrass Electric Cooperative traveled to Washington D.C. last week to discuss the challenges that natural disasters pose for rural utilities. The cooperative always monitors the weather to prepare for disaster strikes. This is certainly the case as we are in a projected above-normal Atlantic...
Vote for the AL.com Boys Athlete of the Year from these 7 standouts
The Baseball Hall of Fame includes 12 players who were born in the state of Alabama. There are 10 Pro Football Hall of Fame inductees from the state (not including those born elsewhere who played college ball here). Four players born here are in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, although Harpersville native George McGinnis grew up in Indianapolis.
Disabled American Veterans installs more than just new officers, bringing veterans together
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - Fulfilling promises to men and women who have fought for our freedom -- that’s the mission of Chapter 87 of the Disabled American Veterans. While today’s meeting installed their newest officers and brought together a community of people who gathered for a meal, it also brought discussion of issues with Veteran Affairs and the disabilities that some veterans in the Dothan area live with everyday.
Local educator speaks on future ACT changes
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - New changes are coming to the ACT test format. The science section is becoming optional and the overall test is becoming shorter. Traditionally, the test with four sections takes 3 hours to complete, but starting next year the test will take 2 hours to complete. “They...
Multiple holdups cause delays for Wiregrass mental health center
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN)—After multiple years since its announcement, the Circle City is still waiting for the state’s latest mental health center. In December of 2022, it was announced that SpectraCare Health Systems, a local behavioral healthcare facility, would be opening a crisis diversion center; just the sixth in the entire state.
Bond hearing for attempted murder suspect pushed until August
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — Brantley Lloyd Tolleson, charged with attempted murder and first-degree domestic violence, and burglary was in court Thursday morning trying to get his bond lowered. But, it was continued due to a pending case. Tolleson was indicted less than a month ago on chemical endangerment of...
‘She was Amazing Grace:’ Beloved Dothan woman’s murder remains a mystery 14 years later
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - Grace Ann Bridges was a beloved mother, caregiver, and businesswoman whose life was cut short. The person who shot her on a dark and dreary day in March 2010, remains a mystery. “To us, that’s who she was, amazing. She was Amazing Grace,” Wendy Northington, Grace’s...
TROY teams with ESCC and LBW to provide smooth pathway for students pursuing EET undergraduate degree
Agreements with two community colleges will help pave a pathway to Troy University for students seeking four-year degrees in Electronics Engineering Technology. Partnering with TROY are Enterprise State Community College and Lurleen B. Wallace Community College, both of which operate two-year programs in the field of electronics engineering. “We are...
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