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6 East Texas firefighters deployed to help with Hurricane Milton response
LONGVIEW, Texas — Six members of the Longview Fire Department's water rescue team are being deployed to Alabama in preparation of Hurricane Milton's incoming landfall. According to the fire department, the team members were activated by the Texas Task Force on Monday as Milton gains strength in the Gulf of Mexico. On Monday, the storm became a Category 5 hurricane and it's forecasted to land in Florida.
Alabama Power Takes Steps to Address Coal Ash Issues, Full Solution Unclear
[We use AI tools to help us create our content more efficiently, but all data is verified prior to publishing.]. Alabama Power has reached an agreement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) about how it handles coal ash at Plant Barry, near Mobile.
Hunters reminded to keep safety at forefront this fall
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama hunters are apparently more aware of the safety aspects of climbing a tree during hunting season. During the 2023-2024 season, only six treestand accidents were reported, down significantly from the average. Unfortunately, Alabama’s two years without a hunting fatality ended with two this past season. Michael Bloxom, hunter education coordinator with the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) Division, said the first fatality occurred during a duck hunting trip in January. The teenage victim pulled his shotgun out of the back seat of the truck with the muzzle pointing toward him...
Opinion: Signs You Are on the Path to Financial Success in Alabama
Disclosure: State of Alabama-based writer. This article is a work from cited sources for informational purposes and is used with permission. No affiliate links are included. Invested Wallet recently published an insightful article that explores important financial indicators that can set individuals apart in American society. Here are some key highlights that Alabama residents can consider.
11 songs about Alabama our readers love
From classic country tunes to new country hits and plenty of songs in-between, Alabama has gotten plenty of musical shout-outs over the years. So with that in mind, our friends over at This is Alabama recently asked its Facebook followers what their favorite song about Alabama is, and just as we suspected, there’s plenty to choose from. (And no, we’re not just talking about “Sweet Home Alabama,” though that was certainly the most popular pick.)
Gas Prices: See how North Alabama compares this week
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Gas prices continue to remain lower than last year’s averages, according to AAA. The national average for regular gasoline is currently $3.17 per gallon, with mid-grade at $3.65 and premium at $4.00. In Alabama, drivers are paying an average of $2.77 for regular, $3.19 for...
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