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Alabama State Trooper among six indicted on federal drug charges
Six people, including an Alabama State Trooper, have been indicted on federal cocaine distribution charges. United States Attorney Jonathan S. Ross announced that a federal grand jury in Montgomery indicted these people for their roles in an alleged conspiracy to distribute cocaine: Jim Carter Jr., 57, from Montgomery.Francisco Lopez, 38, from Texas.Maria Beatriz Palomo-De...
On 'Main Street' Alabama, Independence Day reconnects community
This story is part of a partnership between the Montgomery Advertiser and the Living Democracy program at Auburn University. Now in its 13th year, the program disperses students across rural Alabama to spend 10 weeks learning more about the inner workings of the community and writing about what they observe. ELBA − Elba’s annual Fourth of July celebration, Let Freedom Ring, is an annual event described as a “party with a purpose," according to Mary Helmer Wirth,...
Lowndes Academy wins AISA Chairman's Award
Lowndes Academy is the recipient of the Alabama Independent School Association (AISA) Class A Chairman's Award. The award was designated for the 2023-2024 school year and was established to recognize member schools for their academic achievements. "The award also serves as a symbol of recognition to the individuals who have...
Alabama Democratic delegates rally for Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — Alabama’s Democratic delegates are reassessing the 2024 election following President Biden’s decision to withdraw from the race. Many are banding behind Vice President Kamala Harris after Biden’s endorsement on Sunday. However, some say an open convention may not be off the table. “Biden had vision and plenty of knowledge, so the […]
Distinguished leader of athletics in Alabama Kennith Blankenship dies at 88
The first executive director of the Alabama High School Athletic Directors & Coaches Association and of the Bryant-Jordan Student-Athlete Scholarship Program Kennith Blankenship died after an extended illness on Sunday at the age of 88. A release from the Alabama High School Athletic Association said Blankenship was a four-sport star...
The UAW’s union dreams seemed unstoppable. Then came the realities of the South
The United Auto Workers was on a historic six-month run until it got a reminder that when it comes to unions, southern hospitality often gets replaced with hostility. It started last November when the UAW ended decades of concessions to carmakers by ratifying record contracts at Ford, GM and Stellantis. The success inspired southern auto plant workers to launch their own campaigns, starting at Volkswagen in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Montgomery City Council committee considers increased business license fees
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - As Montgomery looks for more money to fund projects and initiatives, the City Council’s Commerce and Industry Standing Committee believes they have found an avenue to do just that: increase business license fees. “We want to be competitive when it comes to business licensing fees...
Canine flu cases temporarily close Montgomery Humane Society
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - The Montgomery Humane Society will be closed until Saturday due to canine flu cases. The Humane Society says it has over 40 symptomatic dogs in the facility. Dogs in the adoption center will need to be placed in isolation and will not be available for adoption for 28 days. Adoptions of the exposed dogs will be halted for a period of four weeks.
Update: Pea-sized hail anticipated with thunderstorms in Central Alabama Tuesday
The National Weather Service issued an updated report at 4:09 p.m. on Tuesday for strong thunderstorms until 4:45 p.m. for Hale, Perry, Chilton and Dallas counties. The storms could bring pea-sized hail (0.25 inches) and wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 4:09 p.m., Doppler radar tracked strong thunderstorms...
Grant applications open for sign, façade enhancements in Selma
Two grant applications are available from the Selma Redevelopment Authority (SRA) for sign and façade enhancements in the downtown district. SRA is granting funds totaling $20,000 to improve the façades of business in the district that includes the Alabama River north to JL Chestnut and Martin Luther King Street west to Church Street, as well as six contiguous blocks enclosed by Dallas Avenue and Mabry Street.
Hampton named Board of Trustees chair at Stillman College
Joe Hampton is the new chair of the board of trustees at Stillman College. Hampton, president of Spire Energy for Alabama and Mississippi, graduated from Stillman College in 1997 with a Physics degree. “Becoming the chair of the board of trustees at Stillman is very humbling but also exciting,” Hampton said in a release. “Humbling […] The post Hampton named Board of Trustees chair at Stillman College appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts Jazz Jams
The 2nd and 4th Thursdays | July 25, August 8, August 22, 2024. In partnership with the City of Montgomery, Alabama, Jazz Jams is back! This free event celebrates Montgomery, Alabama’s vibrant creative culture, featuring a live band, cash bar, and delicious hors d’oeuvres. This free, 21+ event features music from local jazz musicians.This event is rain or shine; in the case of inclement weather, activities will be moved indoors. Food Venders and Cash Bar.
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