Relay For Life: A Cancer Survivor's Story
Aretha Bettis announces to the crowd gathered for the Relay for Life event Friday night in Montgomery that she is cancer free. She not only beat it once, but twice.
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Renovations Underway At Normandale Mall
Built in 1954, the normandale mall used to be the the place to shop in Montgomery. Things have changed as the city has grew, but Charlie Reed is working hard to bring businesses back.
Career Day in Camden Puts Students on a Path to Success
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- An annual event at a Wilcox County middle school puts students on an early path to college and career readiness.
Sales Tax Increase Proposed to Fund Tallapoosa Co. Schools
You could soon be paying a little more sales tax in Tallapoosa County. The County Commission is considering a proposal to raise the tax by one cent.
Local Hero Surprises Daughter at Georgiana Talent Show
Only on Alabama News Network--A Georgiana school talent show opens with a show stopping surprise.
Charges Dropped Against Cyrus Jones
Two days after being arrested, Friday, police dropped the charges against Alabama cornerback Cyrus Jones.
Golden Apple Teacher of the Year Finalists Announced
All school year, Alabama News Network anchor Brittany Bivins has highlighted outstanding teachers in our area.
Montgomery's Speed Cameras
You've probably seen them parked around Montgomery -- empty police cars with radar detection systems and cameras.
Court Clerks Worry about Possible State Budget Cuts
Possible cuts in the state's General Fund budget are leaving some circuit court clerks worried about the future.
Father Suspected of Shooting and Killing Son Near Florala
A man has been found dead of an apparent gunshot wound near Florala in Covington County.
ADEM Hosts Earth Day in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Alabama Department of Environmental Management hosted about a 120 middle schoolers at an Earth Day celebration at School of Discovery in Selma.
Wetumpka Pre-K Preps For Possible State Budget Increase
Unlike the general fund, the education budget has already cleared one of the houses. But some preschool programs are hoping to see it pass both soon so they can finish planning for next year.
Tanker Crash Shuts Down Highway 231
Highway 231 south of Brundidge had to be shut down after a morning wreck.
Troy Nepalese Students Raise Money for Earthquake Relief
In the five days since a massive earthquake devastated the country of Nepal, there's been not only stories of mass destruction, but also of rescues.
Greenville Teacher Retiring after Nearly 40 Years in the Classroom
A Greenville kindergarten teacher is preparing to retire after touching young lives for 38 years.
Two People Shot in Selma
Selma police are investigating the shootings of two people.
1,500 Head to State Capitol for Community College Day
Representatives and students from community colleges all over the state want to let people know how big of an impact they have on Alabama.
Gov. Bentley, Atty. Gen. Strange Respond to Gaming Proposal
Alabama's top Republicans are responding to a proposal by a senate leader that suggests legalizing gambling in the state would bring in more than 400 million dollars, solving the state's budget shortfall.
Local Businessman Talks about Family in Nepal Earthquake
Dhirendra Parajuli owns "Taste of India" restaurant in Montgomery. He looks over pictures from his hometown of Kathmandu, Nepal-- now unrecognizable after last weekend's massive earthquake.
WCCS Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Community College System
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Wallace Community College Selma celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Alabama Community College System -- by taking a look back at its past -- while keeping an eye on its future.
Abortion Bills Debated At Public Hearing
The three bills would have a big impact on abortions in Alabama. One would require clinics to stay at least 2000 feet away from schools, which would shut down one in Huntsville.
Fourth Annual "Bo Bikes Bama" Raises Money for Storm Preparedness, Recovery
This week marks four years since tornadoes tore through Alabama, killing more than 250 people and causing millions of dollars in damage.
Hotel Groundbreaking Brings a Boost for Wetumpka's Development Plans
City leaders in Wetumpka are welcoming new business as they restore the city's downtown charm.
The Fight Against Heroin and Spice Intensifies in Alabama
The war against drugs in Alabama is intensifying.
Pike Co. Commission Denies Judge's Request
Heated moments between the Pike County Commission and the Probate Judge continue.
