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Troy Bank and Trust and South Alabama Electric Cooperative invest in Brundidge industrial park
Troy Bank and Trust and South Alabama Electric Cooperative have joined together in support of the City of Brundidge through the Growing Alabama Tax Credit program. The two local businesses contributed a total of $473,275 allowed by the State of Alabama through the program. These funds will provide infrastructure to the North Industrial Park, located in Brundidge, to bring additional industries to the area.
Here Comes the Heat Again!
SYNOPSIS – After a cooler and more comfortable weekend with some much drier air, the heat starts to crank up once again this week as afternoons showers stay very few and far between. We’ll see partly cloudy skies just about every day with temperatures climbing back up close to the upper 90s by the end of the week. We may see a few small showers for the next couple of afternoons, then rain chances look a little better to close out the upcoming weekend and into early next week.
Zion Chapel hosts Ellwood Christian this Friday
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The Zion Chapel Rebels (1-0) will host the Ellwood Christian Eagles (0-1) this Friday, Aug. 30. Zion Chapel defeated Coffee County rival Kinston by a score of 27-20 in the season opener last Friday. John Foster Hamm led the Rebel offense, completing 5-of-9 passes for 93 yards and a touchdown, while Zach English also threw a 36 yard score. Brayden Benbow rushed for 80 yards and a touchdown on 14 carries. Hamm also tallied 60 yards on the ground.
Goshen hosts Alabama Christian in season opener
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The Goshen Eagles will open the 2024 football season this Friday, Aug. 30, against the Alabama Christian Eagles (1-0). Goshen is coming off a 35-0 win over Class 4A’s Geneva in a preseason jamboree last week. Goshen rolled up 363 yards in the win, while holding Geneva to just 147 total yards.
Greenville high unveils gym remodel
On July 30, members of the community gathered to get their first peek inside the newly remodeled gym at Greenville High School. Pictured are (left to right) Greenville High Principal Bryant Marlow, District 4 school board representative Wayne Boswell, Butler County Schools Superintendent Joseph Eiland and Greenville basketball coach Nick Henry. The post Greenville high unveils gym remodel appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Commission approves tag issuance fee increase
During the Butler County Commission meeting on Aug. 13, commissioners approved a resolution to raise the license plate issuance fee from $1.25 to $10, representing a 700% increase for vehicle owners. Butler County Commissioner Jesse McWilliams notes that the commission was asked for a resolution of support but does not itself profit from the increase. […] The post Commission approves tag issuance fee increase appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Hotter days coming, tropics remain quiet for now
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — Our “false fall” is about to revert back to a simmering summer. Highs this week will climb to the upper 90s, and a few locations might even reach the triple digits. Through the workweek, we will remain dry. High pressure at the surface...
Alabama mom shot dead 'by ex' in front of kids as child leads police officer to her body
A mother was shot dead in front of her children who later led police officers to find her dead body. Shannette Yvonne Colbert, 35, was shot dead at her home at the 2700 block of East Cottonwood Road in Dothan, Alabama, on Friday, August 23. Her ex-boyfriend Phillip Lee McAdoo, who is also the father of one of her children, has been charged with capital murder.
Staying Dry As Temperatures Rise
TOMORROW – Mostly sunny. High near 94°. Winds NE at 5-10 mph. TOMORROW NIGHT – Mostly clear. Low near 73°. Winds light E. FRI: Partly cloudy, slight rain chance. Low: 75° High: 98° 10%. SAT: Partly cloudy, slight rain chance. Low: 75° High: 96°...
Tropics quiet for now, but Atlantic could wake up soon
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — After Hurricanes Debby and Ernesto affected parts of the United States, the Atlantic Basin has gone dormant. But, the basin could be signs of waking up. Currently, upper-level wind shear over the Main Development Region (MDR) and strong easterly winds are hampering any development for...
'Coming together' | Georgia Republicans looks to unite the party at 8th Congressional District fish fry
PERRY, Ga. — Hundreds of GOP supporters flocked to Georgia National Fairgrounds for the annual 8th Congressional District Fish Fry. The event brought a mixed crowd of elected officials, candidates vying for ballot spots, volunteers and guests. The gathering comes a day after Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp formally stamped...
Women’s Golf Opens Season at Tiger Classic
The Troy women's golf team begins its fall season at the Tiger Classic hosted by Clemson at The Walker Course. The tournament features 15 teams and consists of a one-day, 36-hole competition. Coach Randy Keck expressed enthusiasm for starting the season, highlighting the returning players' skills. Key players include junior Laura Fangmeyer, who has a strong career stroke average, and Katelynn Altese, among others. The team will compete without Alyssa Mercado, who is at LPGA Qualifying School.
Troy Position Preview – Bandits / Spears
Troy's outside linebacker unit faces significant changes heading into the 2024 season. The team has to replace All-Sun Belt talents Richard Jibunor and Caleb Ransaw, shifting the focus to players like Phillip Lee, who was a defensive leader before an injury. New transfers, including Jah-Mal Williams and Devin Lafayette, are expected to make immediate contributions. The bandit and spear positions, crucial for the defense, will rely on players with versatility to adapt to the evolving roles. John Perry and Eric Shaw represent the emerging talent in this reshaped defensive lineup.
Dothan’s Amazon Distribution Center Grows Closer to Completion
DOTHAN, Ala (WDNews) – The Amazon Distribution Center on Kelley Drive in Dothan is making significant progress, with construction moving swiftly toward completion. On-site today (Saturday), WDNews observed that a large portion of the expansive parking lot has been freshly paved, and small trees are ready to be planted, signaling the final stages of landscaping.
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