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ULA eyes more Vulcan launches after expansion of Alabama rocket factory
DECATUR, Alabama — United Launch Alliance (ULA) is preparing for a busy schedule of rocket launches after completing of a $300 million-plus expansion project that made its Alabama rocket factory the largest facility of its kind in the world. The growth in Decatur will allow ULA to nearly double...
ALDOT announces grants for municipal airports
The Alabama Department of Transportation announced July 22 it has awarded more than $22,000 in state funding to three municipal airports for improvements. The Russellville Municipal Airport in Russellville, Ala., will receive $50,130 from the Federal Aviation Administration and $2,785 from a state grant to install runway end identifier lights for two of the airport’s runways. The City of Russellville will provide $2,785 in matching local funds for a total project value of $55,700.
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 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...
‘It’s bad!’: Sheriff speaks on gang activity in Mobile County
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Pages of jail records show 25-year-old Isaiah Kelly has been in and out of Metro Jail on serious charges since he was 18. Now, he’s facing the most serious of charges so far, murder. Mobile County sheriff’s deputies say Kelly shot and killed Demetris Hunter...
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 […]
Reefmaker: Building the Gulf’s Artificial Reefs
“All right,” Captain Stewart Walter speaks into his radio, instructing his crew. “Cast off that last port stern line; let’s get ‘er moving.” It’s pitch black on the Intercoastal Waterway (ICW), 11:30 at night, and there’s little to distinguish between where the sky ends and the water begins, as the boat named Maranatha II leaves her moorings behind in Orange Beach. The air is tinged with the smell of saltwater blended with diesel fumes from the twin Caterpillar 399 engines as the 1200 horsepower motors begin to move the vessel to its destination, roughly five hours east. The bow thruster helps center the vessel to the middle of the ICW and she’s underway, moving at eight knots.
Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola named sole Level 1 trauma center in Panhandle
PENSACOLA, Fla. -- Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola has been designated by the Florida Department of Health as the sole provider of Level 1 trauma care in the Panhandle. The hospital made the announcement on Tuesday. "With this designation, we join an elite group of only 11 Florida hospitals offering Level...
American Idol finalist Moseley to perform free concert Aug. 1 at Boxcar Willie
Special to the Advance City of Atmore and Main Street Atmore officials Tuesday announced that American Idol runner-up Will Moseley will perform live during Main Street Atmore’s First Thursday event on Aug. 1 from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. The concert is free of charge and will take place in Atmore’s entertainment district at Boxcar […] The post American Idol finalist Moseley to perform free concert Aug. 1 at Boxcar Willie appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
Satsuma City Schools dishes out free and reduced-price meal details
SATSUMA, Ala. (WPMI) — Satsuma City Schools Tuesday announced its policy for free and reduced-price meals for children served in schools under the National School Lunch Program and/or School Breakfast Program. Local school officials have adopted the following household size and income criteria for determining eligibility:. Children need healthy...
Mississippi man sentenced after helping to distribute drugs, officials say
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A Mississippi man faces prison time after he was sentenced for conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute cocaine, according to the United States Department of Justice. Court documents said that United States District Court Judge Terry F. Moorer sentenced 39-year-old Morris Alan Morgan to prison on June 18 after he […]
Gulf Shores beachgoers feeling the sting, heavy jellyfish presence
News Weather Sports Special Reports Community Gulf Coast CW Watch Now Jobs More. Purple flags were flying Monday afternoon on Gulf Shores beaches to warn beachgoers of jellyfish in the water. FULL STORY: https://trib.al/xlvZcSX.
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