Selma church rebuilds daycare destroyed in 2023 tornado
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Selma continues to show signs of recovery more than two years after the devastating tornado in 2023. That EF-2 tornado destroyed about a third of…
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Big Ten, Selma partner for basketball court reopening & history lesson
Over 150 Big Ten athletes celebrated the reopening of the Ronnie Sharpe Park Basketball Court and learned civil rights history in Selma
SAVING SELMA: Tornado recovery efforts continue in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A group of volunteers is using a common proverb -- a little elbow grease -- and their faith -- to help families in Selma -- rebuild their…
Selma AmeriCorps builds its members and the community
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- AmeriCorps -- it's members -- and the work they do -- are being highlighted all over the country -- as part of National AmeriCorps Week. The federal program provides…
SAVING SELMA: Tornado recovery efforts continue
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Selma is still picking up the pieces -- after the devastating tornado that ripped through the city nearly two years ago. The long road to recovery…
PERC Selma gives residents a voice in the grant process
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Millions of federal dollars could be on the way to Selma to help improve living conditions in the city. City leaders are reaching out to the community for help -- to determine the best ways…
SAVING SELMA: Dallas Co. Jail rebuild makes progress
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The work rebuilding the Dallas County Jail continues to make progress -- and phase one of the project is nearing completion. The jail was one of the many…
Selma neighborhood revitalization project beginning to take shape
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A revitalization project is starting to take shape in a Selma neighborhood devastated by the January 12th tornado -- and years of neglect. The 1400 block of Washington…
First of 100 affordable new modular homes delivered in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- At least a hundred affordable brand new homes are on their way to Selma -- as construction starts to ramp up around the city. It's part of the Safe…
Grants awarded to help preserve historic Selma church
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Tabernacle Baptist Church in Selma -- receives two grants to help preserve the church and its rich history. The roof of the church -- including the iconic dome --…
Two major construction projects now underway in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Two major construction projects are underway in Selma. The Selma Interpretive Center -- and Bloch Park -- are both getting major makeovers. Bloch Park suffered significant damage last year…
SAVING SELMA: One year since tornado destroyed one-third of city
On January 12, 2023, lives were changed forever as an EF-2 tornado destroyed about one-third of Selma.
SAVING SELMA: Pine Hill Mission provides food and Christmas gifts to Selma tornado victims
Pine Hill Mission donated gifts to more than 100 people who were victims of the Selma tornado.
SAVING SELMA: Partnership brings new homes, repairs to Selma after tornado
Some new homes are coming to the Selma area, thanks to the efforts of a new disaster recovery partnership.
SAVING SELMA: Downtown church repair projects underway
Ten months after after the devastating January 12th tornado, two historic churches in downtown Selma are finally starting to assess some of the damage and make repairs.
Saving Selma: Clean up efforts move forward at cemetery
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The January 12th tornado downed a lot of trees in New Live Oak Cemetery in Selma. And the clean-up effort there -- has been moving forward -- carefully…
U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell hosts disaster relief update in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Congresswoman Terri Sewell hosted a disaster relief update in Selma to discuss the ongoing recovery efforts in the city. The city of Selma has come a long way since…
SAVING SELMA: Crews ready Memorial Stadium for high school football season
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Construction crews have made significant progress making repairs at Memorial Stadium in Selma. The stadium was damaged by the tornado that hit the city in January. Now it's coming…
SAVING SELMA: SBA approves loan to owner of old candy factory in Selma
The old candy factory in Selma -- has been a highly visible reminder of the devastation the January 12th tornado caused in the city.
SAVING SELMA: Tornado damage repairs underway at Memorial Stadium
Memorial Stadium in Selma took a direct hit from the January 12 tornado, but repairs are underway to get it ready for high school football season.
SAVING SELMA: Dallas Co. Jail repairs making slow progress
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The tornado that hit Selma on January 12th -- tore the roof off the Dallas County Jail -- flooding the facility -- and causing extensive damage inside the building.…
Historic Selma church hosts tornado recovery event
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Historic Brown Chapel AME Church in Selma is hosting an tornado recovery event Friday. Balm of Gilead Day focuses on the mental and spiritual health needs of tornado…
Selma City Schools receives tornado recovery aid
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma City Schools receives $1.75 million dollars in state funding to help with tornado recovery efforts. The January 12th tornado caused extensive damage -- to about a third…
Non-profit repairing damaged houses in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A small Selma non-profit is helping to make repairs at the homes of January 12th tornado victims -- who can't afford to make the repairs for themselves. The Black…
Dallas Co. EMA unveils new Mobile Command Center trailer
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- First responders in the Selma-Dallas County area have a new tool to improve communication and efficiency during an emergency situations. EMA Director Toya Stiles Crusoe -- unveiled the county's…
Deadline looms for free removal of tornado debris in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- People in Selma only have one week left to sign up to have tornado debris removed from their property -- at no charge. Property owners have to sign a…
SAVING SELMA: Dallas Co. EMA Gives Residents Free NOAA Weather Radios
200 weather radios were given away, giving peace of mind to people in the wake of the January 12 tornado that devastated much of Selma.
SAVING SELMA: Small Business the Focus of Federal Disaster Recovery after Tornado
The city of Selma continues to pick up the pieces after the devastating tornado that tore a path of destruction through the city back in January.
Selma Continues to Recover 3 Months After the Tornado
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- People in Selma continue to recover from a tornado -- that ripped through the city three months ago -- and destroyed a third of the city. Although progress has…
SBA Now Focused on Effort to Stimulate Selma Economy
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Federal agencies continue to provide resources in Selma -- to help the city bounce back from the devastation caused by the January 12th tornado. The Small Business Administration hosted…
Project to Rebuild Dallas County Jail Underway
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Dallas County Jail was severely damaged by the January 12th tornado. Phase I of the rebuilding project -- is currently underway at the facility. The January 12th…
Non-Profit to Help Bring Affordable Housing to Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma City leaders are partnering with a New York city non-profit to try and bring more affordable housing to the city. The community is still recovering from the devastating…
Deadline to Apply for Disaster Assistance a Week Away
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The deadline for January 12th storm victims to apply for federal disaster assistance -- is only a week away. FEMA officials say the deadline for people impacted by the…
Selma Historic District Slowly Recovering from Tornado
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma's historic district was one of the areas in the city -- hit hardest by the January 12th tornado. Nevertheless -- the annual event showcasing the area --…
Clean Up Effort in Selma Showing Noticeable Progress
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The clean up process continues in Selma after the January 12th tornado. It's now about halfway through the 30-day -- 100-percent -- federal cost share period. And some noticeable…
Tornado Damage Won't Stop Bridge Crossing Jubilee
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The annual Bridge Crossing Jubilee is only a week away -- and organizers say the event will go on -- despite the damage the January 12th tornado caused in…
Tornado Clean Up Process in Selma Gets Major Boost
The process of cleaning up after the January 12th tornado is taking a giant step forward in Selma.
Congresswoman Provides Disaster Recovery Update
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Congresswoman Terri Sewell held a disaster recovery relief update -- Tuesday at Selma City Hall. Sewell is working with FEMA -- along with state and local officials -- to…
Volunteer Organizations Lead Recovery Efforts in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The recovery effort continues in Selma. It's an effort that's been lead in large part -- by volunteer organizations -- like Team Rubicon. Team Rubicon is a volunteer disaster…
Amended Disaster Declaration Helps Clean Up Efforts
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The effort to clean-up after the January 12th tornado -- just got a big boost from the federal government. Congresswoman Terri Sewell announced that her request for 100% reimbursement…
SBA Disaster Assistance Loans Available for Businesses
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Small Business Administration wants to help business owners impacted by the January 12th tornado pick up the pieces after the disaster. Over a hundred businesses in the Selma…
FEMA Disaster Assistance Also Available for Renters
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Misinformation is causing some tornado victims not to apply -- for the disaster recovery assistance that they need. FEMA officials want to dispel the misconception that the organization only…
Disaster Recovery Center in Selma moves to new location
The new location will be at the Felix Heights Community Center on Medical Center Parkway.
ASU Donates Truck Load of Supplies to Tornado Ravaged Selma
"It is imperative that we provide the citizens of Selma with water, toiletry items, blankets, and other basic essential items," stated State Rep. McClammy.
FEMA & SBA Open Disaster Recovery Centers in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Two disaster recovery centers have opened up in Selma to try and help January 12th tornado victims -- get back on their feet. The Small Business Administration -- Business…
Sheriff Gets Help Housing Displaced Dallas Co. Inmates
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Dallas County Jail is unusable after being severely damaged by the January 12th tornado. So now what happens to someone arrested for committing a crime? About 130 inmates…
FEMA opens Recovery Centers in Autauga, Dallas and Elmore counties
The centers are open Monday-Sunday, 7 days a week, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT daily
Signs of Progress Beginning to Show in Selma Recovery
From West Alabama Newsroom-- People in Selma are beginning to see -- the start of some progress -- as the process of cleaning up after the recent tornado continues. As city streets reopen to…
Church Volunteers Help Selma Cleanup Storm Damage
Over 600 volunteers with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints from Alabama, Florida, and Georgia were in Selma Saturday helping with tornado cleanup efforts.
Annual Bridge Crossing Jubilee in Selma Will Go On Despite Tornado Damage
Despite the damage from the Jan. 12 tornado in Selma, officials with the Bridge Crossing Jubilee say this year's event will go on as scheduled in early March.
