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Police: Motive Elusive in Shooting at Fire Hydrant Factory

A police officer walks at the entrance to a Mueller Co. fire hydrant plant where police said multiple people were shot to death and others were wounded in Albertville, Ala., on Tuesday, June 15, 2021. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt) Detectives are interviewing and re-interviewing people who might hold the keys to knowing why a gunman opened fire on his co-workers at…

All Eyes on the Gulf

SUNNY, DRY, HOT THURSDAY: Not too bad outside with the lower dew points in place across the state. The dry air is allowing for sunshine in full supply today and we are seeing temperatures head into the lower 90s this afternoon. Tonight, another clear and comfortable one with widespread 60s. For tomorrow, clouds begin to increase and we will need…

Camp Conquest Serving As Kids Summer Camp For Burn Survivors

Camp Conquest is a kid’s summer camp for burn survivors, where campers meet with others who have been through similar experiences.

The camp has been responding to the needs of pediatric burn survivors for over 20 years. Each summer, they host a week long experience at Children’s Harbor on Lake Martin. Campers spend their days boating, swimming, and meeting other survivors. Alabama Fire Marshals from across the state volunteer as camp counselors.Â