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Alabama taps state and federal agencies to address crime in Montgomery
MONTGOMERY (AP) — A coalition of Alabama officials announced a new task force that will use state and federal resources to address crime in the state’s capital, amid a persistent staffing shortage in the Montgomery Police Department. The Metro Area Crime Suppression unit will use resources from the...
Sheep maintenance at Milton FPL solar site shows promise for cost savings
SANTA ROSA COUNTY, Fla. -- Florida Power & Light has now been using sheep to help maintain vegetation at one of its solar sites in Santa Rosa County for a year now. The company says the pilot is starting to show benefits for customers. FPL began the project last June...
GALLERY: Andalusia Tennis Summer Camp 2024 ends with over 2,000 campers attending
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The 22nd Annual Andalusia Tennis Summer Camp concluded with a tournament on Thursday, July 18. The Andalusia Tennis Association, in conjunction with the City of Andalusia, has hosted over 2,000 campers over the past 22 years. Sponsors are John and Faye Vick, Andalusia Rotary Foundation, LBW Community College, CCB Community Bank, and Thelma Dixon Foundation.
AL.com readers pick 6-time champ to claim Class 3A state football title
Readers overwhelmingly chose T.R. Miller to win the Class 3A state football championship this week in AL.com’s online poll. AL.com picked reigning 2A champ Fyffe to win the title in its Monday preview of that classification. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link...
16-year-old dead, another injured in Montgomery shooting
Montgomery police are investigating a Wednesday afternoon shooting that left one 16-year-old dead and another 16-year-old wounded. At about 4:32 p.m., police went to a local hospital on a report of a shooting, said Maj. Saba Coleman, spokeswoman for the Montgomery Police Department. They found two 16-year-old males who had been shot: one juvenile with a non-life threatening gunshot wound and one juvenile male with a life-threatening gunshot wound. The second juvenile was later pronounced dead, Coleman...
Cypress Landing RV Park named Butterfly Sanctuary
Written and Submitted to the Star-News by Cypress Landing RV Park Owner/General Manager Brody Brown Site also earns place on Rosalynn Carter Butterfly Trail Cypress Landing RV Park on Gantt Lake has recently been recognized as a certified butterfly sanctuary by the North American Butterfly Association (NABA). This certification marks a significant milestone for the campground, […] The post Cypress Landing RV Park named Butterfly Sanctuary appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
'Under the radar': Montgomery's 'purposeful' tourism lands it among top 4 spots in South
Over the decades, Montgomery gradually became one the South’s premiere locations for civil rights tourism — something that’s been greatly amplified since Equal Justice Initiative opened three facilities here: The Legacy Museum, The National Memorial for Peace and Justice and this year’s latest Freedom Monument Sculpture Park. “They‘ve really made a huge splash,” said Ron Simmons, chief officer for Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce. ...
Live amid 27 acres in updated four-bedroom home in Shorter | REAL ESTATE
Say so long to the city every day while living amid 27 acres of woods and fields in an updated four-bedroom home for sale in Shorter. Covered front and back porches will help homeowners soak in views of the countryside and the sound of a nearby creek. Shorter is located 15 minutes east of EastChase just off Interstate 85. “Live just 15 minutes from EastChase and 25 minutes from Auburn in a quiet area with a slower...
Talkin' Trash: Sustainable Carolina Gets Students Involved in Sustainability Efforts
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Sustainable Carolina offers Summer Internships for students and other opportunities during the regular school year. Students are able to receive community service hours and gain experience for the future. Feel more informed, prepared, and connected with WIS. For more free content like this, subscribe to our...
Escambia County schools show best improvement in over a decade
PENSACOLA, Fla. -- Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, and Escambia County schools are celebrating their grades just released by the state. Each school was scored with a new rating system. The state increased its standards, making it harder for schools to get higher grades. Escambia says they're happy with the results. They...
Wetumpka art legend Don Sawyer dies
Look anywhere in Wetumpka and there is Don Sawyer’s mark — the Hollywood Fish. Almost always on a yellow background, the fish is wearing sunglasses and grinning to the world. Look close enough, and you’re likely to find a cross and a church in the painting. Those paintings will now stand as memories as Sawyer died Friday after a battle with cancer.
Selma eyes way to refinance loan that’s choking growth
The heat is on for the city of Selma to agree on a budget before the next fiscal year starts Oct. 1. . It’s always a good idea for a city to have a budget approved before the fiscal year begins, but having a budget for the 2025 Fiscal Year is a crucial step to getting the city out from under a higher interest loan that is soaking up almost 10% of the city’s total budget.
Col. Shamekia Toliver takes command of 42nd Air Base Wing at Maxwell Air Force Base
A ceremony was held this morning at Maxwell Air Force Base as Col. Ryan Richardson transferred command of the 42nd Air Base Wing to Col. Shamekia N. Toliver. Col. Toliver, the new Maxwell-Gunter Installation Commander, had been commander of the 502d Installation Support Group Joint Base in San Antonio, Texas.
Carlee Russell Returns To Social Media With 27th Birthday Post One Year After Kidnapping Hoax: ‘The Work Is Not Finished Yet’
Returning to social media one year after her kidnapping hoax — which made national news — Carlee Russell breaks her silence to celebrate her 27th birthday, telling followers, “The work is not finished yet.” RELATED: Sister Of Carlee Russell’s Boyfriend Says Their Family Had No Clue ‘She Fabricated This Story,’ Adds ‘I Pray For Carlee’s ... Read more The post Carlee Russell Returns To Social Media With 27th Birthday Post One Year After Kidnapping Hoax: ‘The Work Is Not Finished Yet’ appeared first on Hollywood Unlocked .
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