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Construction on state veterans home in Enterprise completed; opens in less than two months
ENTERPRISE, Ala. (WDHN) — After five years, construction on the Command Sgt. Bennie G. Adkins Veterans home in Enterprise is now complete and is less than two months away from opening. This veterans home will mark the fifth one in the state of Alabama. The Department of Veterans Affairs...
Local students have ‘Impact’ at Troy
Five local students made an “impact” last week as Troy University held their annual IMPACT session for incoming students of the college. Brewton area students who attended the session that completes orientation and enrollment for the upcoming Fall semester at Troy include James Dehoff, Carter Hodges, Jakari Paul, Dean Sasser and MaKenzie Thomas. John Ingram […] The post Local students have ‘Impact’ at Troy appeared first on The Brewton Standard.
Organizations helping people experiencing homelessness react to Florida public sleeping ban
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Two community organizations are hoping the new outdoor sleeping ban will make sure all people experiencing homelessness are taken care of. Glenda McCollors McLendon is with the Chef Harvey Foundation. It’s a place she says people who are experiencing homelessness will soon be able to go to get help.
Prattville paramedic named Alabama Firefighter of the Year
PRATTVILLE, Ala. (WSFA) - A paramedic in Prattville has been honored with a statewide award, the Prattville Fire Department announced in a social media post. Firefighter paramedic Josh Shedd was honored Tuesday night with the State of Alabama Firefighter of the Year award. Shedd was nominated by his command staff...
Drenching tropical wave has sights on Florida
A surge in downpours and gusty thunderstorms that could disrupt outdoor plans and travel in Florida is forecast to begin later this weekend and may persist into next week. In the wake of mighty Hurricane Beryl, the Atlantic has returned to a quiet state. However, waves of moisture and energy continue to lurk about, and one such tropical system will affect Florida from Sunday to Tuesday, AccuWeather meteorologists say.
Prichard Preparatory School recognized for outstanding education program: Alabama Independent School Association
MOBILE COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — Officials have recognized a Prichard school’s “outstanding” educational program, News 5 has learned. The Alabama Independent School Association said Prichard Preparatory School was a 2023-2044 AISA Blue Ribbon School Award recipient. “In order to be considered for the AISA Blue Ribbon Award, a school must complete a rigorous application process […]
Highway havoc as massive blaze forces Gulf Shores evacuation
GULF SHORES, Ala. (WPMI) — Highway 180 west in Fort Morgan is back open Wednesday night after being shut down for several hours earlier. Gulf Shores police say a large brush fire forced residents to evacuate, and the highway west of Rookery to be closed while fire fighters battled the flames.
Normal operations resume after gate runner causes NAS Pensacola main and west gate closure
All gates onboard Naval Air Station Pensacola swiftly reopened after a brief closure Wednesday. Around 11:47 a.m., NAS Pensacola released on X, formerly known as Twitter, that both the main and west gates were closed, causing slight traffic delays. A spokesperson for the base told the News Journal that Navy...
Pineapple Express Hawaiian Grill to permanently close Barrancas Avenue restaurant this month
Pensacola’s Pineapple Express Hawaiian Grill is closing its doors permanently on July 26, according to a social media post from the company Wednesday morning. The Hawaiian-style restaurant located at 1400 Barrancas Ave. made its debut in February. “Thank you everyone who came and supported the business up to this...
Saharan dust approaching Florida. See when it will arrive and expected impacts
Get ready for some exceptional sunrises and sunsets. A plume of Saharan dust is on its way. The dust emerges off the western coast of Africa and travels across the Atlantic. It can blow as far west as Texas, according to NOAA. ➤ Track all active storms. A big benefit...
Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo welcomes 2 cheetahs
GULF SHORES, Ala. (WKRG) — The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo has welcomed some new residents, according to officials. Those two female cheetahs are Taj and Shani. “This is an exciting time for the zoo, as it’s the very first time we have had the opportunity to house cheetahs,” explained Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo Executive Director […]
Orange Beach Opens Fall Youth Soccer Registration
Orange Beach Youth Soccer Registration Ends August 11. Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – Registration for the Fall 2024 Orange Beach youth soccer season is now open until August 11. The registration fee is $100. Children must be at least 4 years old by August 1, 2024, to participate.
County invests $1.3 million for Marler Park playground upgrades on Okaloosa Island
The Okaloosa Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to approve more than $1.3 million for new playground equipment and signage at Marler Park on Okaloosa Island. The board authorized $1,237,213.08 for playground structures and $73,769.65 for new playground signage, to be purchased from GameTime. Charlotte Dunworth from the Tourist Development...
Orange Beach considering reduced ambulance transport area
ORANGE BEACH, Ala. (WPMI) — The City of Orange Beach City Council will consider reducing the number of hospitals that they will transport a patient to, citing an undue strain on the fire department at its meeting Tuesday evening. Currently, Orange Beach Fire and Rescue will transport a patient...
Alabama set to execute convicted murderer, then skip autopsy
A man convicted of killing a delivery driver who stopped for cash at an ATM to take his wife to dinner is scheduled for execution Thursday night in Alabama. Keith Edmund Gavin, 64, is set to receive a lethal injection at a prison in southwest Alabama. He was convicted of capital murder in the shooting death of William Clayton Jr. in Cherokee County. Alabama last week agreed in Gavin's case to forgo a post-execution autopsy, which is typically performed on executed inmates in the state. Gavin, who is Muslim, said the procedure would violate his religious beliefs. Gavin had filed...
Foley Plans New Indoor-Outdoor Aquatic Center
Foley, Ala. – (OBA) – Foley residents will have a chance to provide input on plans for the city’s indoor-outdoor pool facility to be built in Max Griffin Park. The city will hold a public input meeting Tuesday, July 23 on the proposed Foley aquatics center. The meeting will start at 6 p.m. in the Foley Civic Center at 407 East Laurel Ave. The discussion will allow residents to comment on the project before the design of the center is completed.
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