Sunny Days with a Warming Trend Before Rain Return this Week
Ridging starts to build in over the area today, which will allow sunny days and a warming trend. Our Monday will feature a sunny sky with highs in the mid to upper 60s.
Author: WAKA Action 8 News
New Site Honors First Black Student at Auburn University
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — A new site on the Auburn University campus honors the school’s first black student, Harold A. Franklin. The university and members of the Franklin family dedicated a marker and a brick courtyard during a ceremony on Thursday. Franklin, who enrolled as a graduate student in January 1964, died on Sept. 9 at the age of 88….
Carnival Cruises to Resume Alabama Operations March 5
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — Nearly two years after the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, Carnival Cruise Lines is restarting operations in Mobile. Carnival said that all 22 of its U.S.-based ships will be back in operation by March 2022, with the Carnival Sensation sailing out of Mobile on March 5, the first Saturday of the month. Mayor Sandy Stimpson, in…
Tuscaloosa Mercedes Plant Donating 15 Vehicles to Schools
VANCE, Ala. (AP) — The Mercedes-Benz automotive plant in Tuscaloosa is donating 15 sport-utility test vehicles to Alabama schools for use in classroom training. Mercedes-Benz International, Inc. announced the donations to 13 high schools and two community colleges on Friday. Most of the GLE SUVs were used for testing and to ensure quality standards. The company says that once quality…
Last In Math: Alabama Politicians Look for Ways to Close Gap
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — State elected officials are working on a math initiative in an effort to boost scores. Republican Sen. Arthur Orr is working on proposed legislation for lawmakers to consider in 2022. He said it would include hiring more math coaches in elementary schools and other efforts to boost math scores. Eventually, in the latter part of this…
MACOA Holds “International Tasting” Fundraiser, Offering Locals a Taste from Around the World
The Montgomery Area Council on Aging held their annual “International Tasting” fundraiser.
First Assembly of God in Millbrook Cuts Ribbon on New Church Building
First Assembly of God in Millbrook held a rededication ceremony for their new building.
Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church Gives Away “Turkeys, Games, and Essentials”
Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist, a church filled with rich history, has been serving the community since the 1800s. This year is no exception.
Auburn QB Bo Nix Out With Ankle Injury
According to ESPN, Auburn quarterback Bo Nix will have surgery on Monday to repair the ankle injury suffered during Saturday’s loss to Mississippi State.
Cool Sunday But Above Average Temps On The Way
Despite a chilly start, this Sunday has shaped up to be very beautiful! However, these cooler temperatures won’t last long, as we will begin to see a warming trend to start the week, as we could go several days with above average temperatures. #alwx
