Montgomery Public Schools to host farmers market, seeking vendors
Montgomery Public Schools will soon host a farmers market and is looking for vendors to help provide fresh fruits and vegetables.
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Midtown YMCA adds Esports lounge
The Midtown YMCA in Montgomery is leveling up by adding a new Esports lounge for people who enjoy playing sports electronically.
Golfers raise money, awareness of domestic violence at tournament in Greenville
Golfers got the chance to help raise awareness about domestic violence and support abuse survivors across our area at a golf tournament in Greenville.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Federal judge dismisses former Montgomery police chief’s lawsuit against city, mayor
A federal judge has dismissed the lawsuit that former Montgomery Police Chief Ernest Finley had filed against the city and Mayor Steven Reed.
Fort Novosel to return to original name, but not in memory of Confederate general
An Alabama U.S. Army base that had its name changed under the Biden administration will now revert back to its original name.
Macon County Economic Development Authority steps in to buy “The Tuskegee News”
The Tuskegee News, the 160-year-old newspaper in Tuskegee, has been saved from possible closure by the Macon County Economic Development Authority.
Brian Wilson, Beach Boys visionary leader and summer’s poet laureate, dies at 82
Wilson’s family posted news of his death to his website and social media accounts Wednesday. Further details weren’t immediately available.
Donation From Leadership Montgomery Class Boosts Local Summer Camp
Strong Foundation plans to expand the use of the computers beyond summer camp.
18-year-old arrested in Tuskegee following police chase on Interstate 85
An 18-year-old has been arrested in Tuskegee following a police chase that started in Opelika and went down Interstate 85.
Selma Mayor James Perkins, Jr., to seek re-election
Selma Mayor James Perkins, Jr., has announced that he will seek another term in this year’s municipal election.
