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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.
Orange Beach Wraps Summer with Family Fun Outdoor Movie and Yoga
Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – The City of Orange Beach invites residents and visitors to mark the end of Parks and Recreation Month with a fun outdoor evening event on August 1st, 2024. The Orange Beach Summer Send-Off is scheduled to take place from 6 to 9 p.m. at Waterfront Park on Wolf Bay.
New Housing and Marinas Planned Near New Intracoastal Bridge
Gulf Shores Planning Commission to Review New Bridge-Area Developments. Gulf Shores, Ala. – (OBA) – Dirt’s turning along the north bank of the Intracoastal Waterway in Gulf Shores not just where the new bridge is being built by the state but for residential area and two marinas are planned.
Woman, 6-year-old killed in Dauphin Island crash Monday: ALEA
MOBILE COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — Officials with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency have identified a woman after she and a 6-year-old were killed in a crash on July 22 in Dauphin Island. ALEA officials said 61-year-old Mary R. Hawkins was killed when a 2014 Lexus ES-350 collided head-on with a 2018 GMC Sierra around 2 […]
MCPSS encourages parents to attend free Parent University
MOBILE, Ala. (WPMI) — Mobile County Public Schools invites parents to attend our free Parent University next week. The seminar focuses on student success and will feature tools and tips on how to help your child have a successful 2024-25 school year. Parent University will be held at the...
1 arrested after Tuesday morning car chase: Mobile Police
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Mobile Police were involved in a chase Tuesday morning on Highway 90, News 5 has learned. Police attempted to make a traffic stop in the 2000 block of Demetropolis Road shortly before 8 a.m. Tuesday. The driver reportedly refused to pull over, which led to...
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