Author: WAKA Action 8 News

What the Tech? App of the Day: Marigold

It’s been a tough year for everyone but sometimes a bad day is just as bad. If not worse. Whether it’s the pressure at work, at home with the kids, with your spouse or significant other, or just internal stress because of another issue, confidence in yourself can take a beating. While there are hundreds of motivational or self-help apps…

What the Tech? How to Avoid Online Romance Scams

2020 was not a good year for dating. Once the coronavirus pandemic began and people stayed in their homes 24/7, they began looking for love or companionship online. That made for a perfect storm for scammers using romance as a weapon. There’s no shortage of dating or romance websites, there are hundreds of dating or hook-up apps in the Apple…

What the Tech? Useful Life Hacks

We are warned all the time about the dangers of computer hacks. It typically means bad guys hacking into your computer or device to steal information, data, or even your identity. Not all “hacks” are bad. Life hacks make things easier, especially when it comes to technology. Try these “tech life hacks” that can make routine things a little easier….

Alabama women fall to 2-seed Maryland

SAN ANTONIO — Maryland and its offensive juggernaut are rolling fast and easy into the Sweet 16, getting 19 points from Angel Reese and overwhelming Alabama 100-64. The second-seeded Terrapins came into the women’s NCAA Tournament with the nation’s highest-scoring offense and have yet to take their foot off the gas. The Terps are averaging 99 points in their two tournament…

Montgomery Whitewater Project holding Information Workshop

Project Catalyst (Source: Montgomery County Commission) If you work in construction or construction supply, the Montgomery Whitewater Project invites you to a virtual construction information workshop. The project manager Jeffrey Gustin of S2o Design and Engineering will join virtually to provide an overview of the project scope, budget, timeline, and contracting opportunities. “It could be anywhere from traditional site work…

Montgomery Library Offering Educational Alternative for Spring Break

The Juliette Hampton Morgan library in Montgomery is offering kids an educational alternative this Spring Break. Students, grades, K-12, have the opportunity to participate in the STEM Spring Break Program. The STEM program allows students learn science, technology, engineering, and math through various experiments. The program is open March 24-25 from 9am-12pm. The library will follow all COVID-19 guidelines and…

Congresswoman Terri Sewell Announces Decision NOT to Run for Vacated U.S. Senate Seat

On Wednesday, March 24, Congresswoman Terri Sewell (D) announced she will not run for Richard Shelby’s vacated  U.S. Senate seat. Sewell released the following statement in regards to her decision not to run: “I am humbled by the overwhelming requests I have received to run for Senator Shelby’s seat in 2022. After careful consideration and consultation with my family and…

Crimestoppers: Wanted Domestic Violence Fugitive in Police Custody

Wanted fugitive Antonio Talley is now in police custody and no longer wanted by law enforcement. Crimestoppers announced the arrest of Talley on March 23. He faces Domestic Violence 3rd assault charges after allegedly striking the victim in the head with a wooden 2×4. An anonymous tip alerted authorities to Talley’s whereabouts. The tipster will receive a reward. Crimestoppers didn’t…

Mayor Steven Reed Hosting Virtual Town Hall Meeting to Share Facts Related to the COVID-19 Vaccine

Mayor Steven L. Reed will host a virtual town hall Thursday, March 25, at 6 p.m. featuring Dr. Ian Moore, DVM, PHD, DACVP. The town hall will be streamed on the City of Montgomery’s Facebook LIVE (https://www.facebook.com/montgomeryalabama/live/) and YouTube (https://youtu.be/yERkHRblEnw) properties. It will also air on the City’s website: https://www.montgomeryal.gov/city-government/virtual-mayor-s-town-hall. Mayor Reed seeks to empower residents with information. In doing so,…