What the Tech? How to Access Your Home Computer from Anywhere
If you use Google, there’s a free tool that gives you almost complete control of your computer from anywhere in the world.
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What the Tech? Back to College Gadgets That Students May Need
Here are a few consumer tech gadgets you might not think about when packing up your son or daughter’s car as they head to campus.
Rising COVID-19 Cases Forces Montgomery County to Cancel Jury Trials in August
Montgomery County is canceling all jury trials in the month of August. Presiding Judge Johnny Hardwick made the decision to cancel due to the rising number of COVID-19 cases. The jury trials that were set to take place in August will be rescheduled at a later date. The order states that it will remain in effect until further order of…
3 Bodies Found in Burned Vehicle on Logging Road Near Montevallo
CLANTON, Ala. (AP) – The remains of three people were found inside a burned-out vehicle that was discovered on a remote logging road near Montevallo. The Chilton County Sheriff’s Office says authorities were working to identify the skeletal remains, and there was no immediate indication of the cause of death. Authorities say the car was found on Thursday. Sheriff John…
Oklahoma and Texas To Become Members of the SEC in 2025
The University of Oklahoma and the University of Texas will become the newest members of the Southeastern Conference in 2025. The SEC announced Friday morning that both universities’ Boards of Regents officially accepted the invitations during their respective meetings. On Tuesday, both schools submitted requests for invitations for membership to the powerhouse conference. The Conference’s Presidents and Chancellors voted during…
Preliminary Hearing Set for Man Accused of Killing Selma Police Officer
Javonte Stubbs/Source: Chilton County Jail The man accused of killing a Selma police officer and injuring a woman had his first appearance in court. 18-year-old Javonte Stubbs appeared before Judge Collins Pettaway, Jr. for his arraignment in a Dallas County courtroom Friday. Stubbs is charged in the shooting death of Selma police officer Marquis Moorer and the attempted murder of…
New Mental Health Facility Opens in Greenville
A new mental health facility geared towards the incarcerated is now open in Greenville. City leaders held a dedication and ribbon cutting on Thursday for the new Norman-McLendon Facility on Industrial Parkway. The new facility will serve as an alternative to having people in jail with mental illness and will allow them to get assistance from professional doctors. “It’s such…
Another Hot Day For Friday, But Heat Relief Comes This Weekend
Another very hot day is in store for much of Alabama today, with no rain to relieve us from the heat in sight. However, that story changes for the weekend.
Doctor: COVID-19 ‘Raging’ in Alabama as Many Refuse Shots
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) – A health leader says COVID-19 is “raging” through Alabama as thousands refuse vaccinations that nearly always prevent serious illness. UAB Hospital’s Dr. Sarah Nafziger says the surge is happening as a highly contagious strain race through communities where many have quit taking basic safety precautions. Nearly all of the more than 1,250 people hospitalized statewide with…
Longtime Alabama Sheriff Testifies in Theft, Ethics Trial
ATHENS, Ala. (AP) – A longtime Alabama sheriff on trial on theft and ethics charges has taken the stand to deny charges that could result in his removal from office after nearly four decades. Limestone County Sheriff Mike Blakely testified Thursday about a series of transactions and checks. Prosecutors say they’re evidence of wrongdoing but the defense contends they show…
