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Victims Identified in Thursday Morning Fatal Crash in Millbrook

State Troopers have identified the two people who were killed in a car crash in Millbrook Thursday morning. Authorities say that 73-year-old Ethel Harris, of Selma, and 36-year-old Rashard Adkins, of Jones died when the car they were riding in hit a pick-up truck. The crash happened a Cobbs Ford Road at Interstate 65. The victims were not wearing seat…

Autauga County Deputies Investigating Theft of Hemp Products

Autauga County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating the burglary and theft of several thousand dollars’ worth of hemp products.  On December 17 at approximately 1:30 AM, someone kicked open a side door and entered a business located in the 3800 block of Alabama Highway 14. Once inside, the suspects then stole several thousands of dollars’ worth of hemp products and loaded…

Woman Found Shot to Death on Carmichael Road

Montgomery police say a woman has been found shot to death in the 5600 block of Carmichael Road. Police say they responded to the shooting at about 3 p.m. Police have made no arrests. Stay with Alabama News Network for updates on this story. Categories: Crime, Montgomery Metro, News Tags: body found, carmichael road, Montgomery Police, Montgomery Shooting

“Communities of Transformation” Offers Free Leadership Class

If you’re looking to better your life in the coming year, there’s a community initiative in Montgomery that can help. “Communities of Transformation” supports individuals and families wanting to move from poverty, isolation and dependence to a brighter, more stable future. They have a 10-week free leadership class that will help you set goals. They are inviting anyone 18 and…

‘Home is Safer’: ADPH Urging People to Avoid Gathering During Holiday Season

Alabama continues to have significant community spread of COVID-19 that is not adequately mitigated, and the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) strongly urges caution during the holiday season. Any gathering with family and friends who live outside one’s own household can increase the chances of developing or transmitting the deadly virus. Postponing travel and staying home will protect yourself…

Murder Conviction Upheld for Selma Man in 2014 Murder

Attorney General Steve Marshall announced that the Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals affirmed the conviction of Maurice Devionne Pope, 27, for capital murder.  Pope was convicted in Dallas County Circuit Court on February 5, for the murder of Orlando Robinson. The evidence at trial showed that on the night of January 11, 2014, Maurice Pope and co-defendant Rodney Walters went…

Holtville High in National Competition with YouTube Contest

Holtville High School students need your help in a nationwide YouTube contest. An Internet and Marketing class is competing in a contest with Reach and Teach for a $1000 educational grant. The students have created their own entertainment broadcast for YouTube called “The Slapout Show.” We talked to their teacher Natalie Perkins. She says all they need is your views….

Two Killed in Morning Crash on Cobbs Ford Road

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is investigating a crash in Prattville that claimed the lives of two people. ALEA Trooper Joel Hart said it happened just before 9:00AM on Cobbs Ford Road at I-65. No other details have been released regarding the accident at this time. Categories: Montgomery Metro, News Tags: ALEA, Cobbs Ford Road, fatal crash, I-65, prattville

What the Tech? Small Gadget Gift Ideas

Don’t let their size fool you, these small gadgets maybe their favorite gifts this year. Like a portable movie projector for a family movie night in the backyard. The ViewSonic M1 Mini projector may be tiny but it packs a lot of features. It projects images in high definition, has a built-in speaker and the battery lasts long enough to…