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One Month Until Legislators Return to State House

[gtxvideo vid="pZTuuSNM" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/pZTuuSNM-120.jpg?cachebust=1451940815516" vtitle="Legislation one month"] We are exactly one month a way from legislators returning to the state house for the regular session. It's a new year, but they may be tackling old issues. A major headache…

Crimson Tide Rolls Over Michigan State Spartans in Playoff Semifinal

[gtxvideo vid="0vzmJWYm" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/0vzmJWYm-120.jpg?cachebust=1451942800131" vtitle="Cotton Bowl"] From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Alabama's blowout victory over Michigan State Thursday at the Cotton Bowl has Tide fans fired up and eyeing another national title. Alabama was the only team from last…

Large Crowd for Downtown Countdown in Montgomery

[gtxvideo vid="wVAXa5Kl" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/wVAXa5Kl-120.jpg?cachebust=1451942841623" vtitle="Donwtown Festive"] 2015 ended with a bang in downtown Montgomery.  Alabama News Network was one of the sponsors for the celebration at the Commerce Street entertainment district.  Thousands of people filled the streets, listening to…

Civil Air Patrol National Competition Underway At Maxwell AFB

[gtxvideo vid="CsrpMVzQ" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/CsrpMVzQ-120.jpg" vtitle="CADETCOMPETITION"] These cadets have been working for years to march in the halls of Maxwell Air Force Base's Air University. It's part of a competition showcasing skills they use throughout the year. "We've redesigned the…

Update: Road Closings in Elmore County

  Here is the latest list of road closings from the Elmore County Emergency Management Agency, as of Thursday afternoon, Dec. 31, 2015: Elmore/Montgomery County - Emerald Mountain Toll Bridge is closed due to flooding of Dozier Road in Montgomery…

Greenville Auburn Fans Enjoy Birmingham Bowl Game

[gtxvideo vid="AsQXwyCS" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/AsQXwyCS-120.jpg" vtitle="SAL BHAMBowl"] The Auburn Tigers played the Memphis Tigers in this year's Birmingham Bowl. Fans across the state were excited to see their team make it to a bowl game, considering the season record was…

Faith Matters: Terry's Tumor and Pilots for Christ

  [gtxvideo vid="8ApAYXhL" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/8ApAYXhL-120.jpg" vtitle="faithmatters"] An Alabama non-profit is using flight to get people in dire need to cancer and other medical treatments across the country. In Monroeville, Alabama Pilots for Christ takes off with a greater purpose.…

Last Call for War Eagle Supper Club

  [gtxvideo vid="GLrjm785" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/GLrjm785-120.jpg" vtitle="wareaglesupperclub"] Every college town has that one iconic bar. In Auburn, that's been the War Eagle Supper Club. And as we countdown the end of 2015- so to will be the finale of a…

Giraffe Dies at the Montgomery Zoo

The Montgomery Zoo has announced the death of the zoo's 12 and-a-half year old, male Reticulated giraffe, Willie. Zoo officials say he died yesterday morning. Willie had been a resident of the Montgomery Zoo for 10 years. Zoo officials say…

Top 8 News Stories of 2015

In March, Selma and Montgomery were in the national spotlight as the the 50th anniversary of Bloody Sunday and the Selma to Montgomery March drew large crowds to the region. Even President Obama made a special appearance. "Their faith was…

Rainy Forecast Raises More Flooding Concerns in Selma

[gtxvideo vid="WvpT60xn" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/WvpT60xn-120.jpg" vtitle="Selma flooding update.m4v"] From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Flood water from the swollen Alabama River in Selma have already swallowed up buildings and shut down several roads -- and with another round of rain in…

Update: Road Closings in Montgomery

The city of Montgomery has released an updated list of road closings due to flooding. Here are the roads that remain closed as of late Monday afternoon: 400 block Japonica Street 3535 Norman Bridge Road Stuart Street and East Fairview…

Montgomery Roads Take on Flooding

[gtxvideo vid="IWd10n49" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/IWd10n49-120.jpg" vtitle="Dozier Road.m4v"] The heavy rainfall has caused damage to a number of roads, making it difficult for drivers trying to get home. Crews are working around the clock on Dozier Road in Montgomery County. The road was…

Troy Residents Give Prayers for the New Year

Another Sunday at the Vine Church and like most, they're already looking forward to the new year with a list of prayers. "The troops...Last couple weeks ago we lost the most we've lost in three years, their families, as well as…

Bullock County Residents Reaction to Flooding and Sink Hole

[gtxvideo vid="ljOGEfA6" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ljOGEfA6-120.jpg" vtitle="Sinkhole reaction.m4v"] Heavy rains and thunderstorms put a damper on Christmas for many, leaving several roads closed in surrounding counties from flooding or either forming a sink hole in Bullock County. "Its the first time…

Making Healthy Choices Can Be Tough During the Holiday Season

  [gtxvideo vid="naiIUHop" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/naiIUHop-120.jpg" vtitle="Stay Health.m4v"] From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Healthy choices are often pushed aside during the holiday season -- but there are some people who manage to stay on track. The holiday season provides plenty…

Santa Claus Visits Alabama News Network

[gtxvideo vid="ZyYKylrK" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ZyYKylrK-120.jpg" vtitle="Santa Claus on Talkback"] Christmas Day is almost here!  Santa Claus took time out of his busy schedule to appear on Alabama News Network.  Area children were able to visit with Santa and tell him…

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