The City of Montgomery is planning a week long celebration of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycotts. December 5th, marks the 65th anniversary of the events that would change the course of history in America. The events are scheduled as follows: FREE Admission to the Rosa Parks Museum, December 1-5 Visitors are invited to enjoy free admission to the…
Just like the summer months, pet owners are encouraged to remember their pets safety for the winter months. Montgomery Humane Society executive director, Steven Tears, says keeping blankets and straw in dog houses outside can help keep them warm. Officials say cats tend to sleep in the hood of cars during the colder months, so they ask residents to check…
Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is investigating a fatal crash in Conecuh County that left two people dead. The crash happened just before 7:30AM Monday on U.S. 31 at MM 82 near Castleberry. ALEA says 24-year-old Justin Naamon Alan Grant, of Cedar Town, GA, and 32-year-old John Arthur Williams, Jr., of Hayneville, were pronounced dead on the scene. ALEA confirms that…
NASHVILLE—With Christmas just around the corner, the Country Music Association has revealed performers for its annual holiday special, “CMA Country Christmas.” Kelsea Ballerini, Gabby Barrett, Dan + Shay, Florida Georgia Line, Lady A, Little Big Town, Tim McGraw, Thomas Rhett, and Darius Rucker with Lindsey Stirling will take the stage for a spirited night of festive classics. Announced last week…
Alabama has reached a new high for the number of people in state hospitals with COVID-19. State health department numbers on Monday indicated that 1,717 people were hospitalized with COVID-19 in the state. That’s the highest number of virus hospitalizations reported since the pandemic began. The previous high was a little over 1,600 in mid-summer. The new record comes before…
Alabama News Network is proud to bring you the 7th Annual Magical Christmas Toy Drive benefitting the Salvation Army of Montgomery. We are collecting new, unwrapped toys until December 11th. The Salvation Army of Montgomery will distribute the toys to families in time for Christmas. Our partners at Brewbaker Motors are helping to fill the vault by going on a shopping spree…
Two administrators in Montgomery Public Schools have died. School officials are not releasing the cause of death. Montgomery County School Board President Clare Weil confirms that Lee High School assistant principal Dr. Ennis McCorvey has died, as well as Johnnie Carr Middle School assistant principal Joshua Farrow. There will be counselors on both campuses for students and staff this week….
Opelika police are searching for a suspected jewelry thief. Police say at around 2:45 p.m. on November 17, a man could be seen at Almost Anything Pawn, located at 221 South 9th Street. Police say the suspect can be seen on camera reaching over the display case, taking multiple bracelets, placing them in his pocket and then leaving the store. …
Montgomery, Ala.- Starting December 7, 2020, all MPS students will be virtual learners. MPS teachers and administrators will continue to report to their classrooms and offices as usual. MPS will observe its December holiday break starting Dec. 21, 2020. All MPS students will resume virtual classes on Jan. 4, 2021. Students who have submitted their commitment forms for face-to-face learning…
Montgomery Police are searching for a missing senior and are asking for help in locating him. 70-year-old Joseph Willie Reed was last seen on Sunday around 4 p.m. on Woodley Road in Montgomery. He was wearing a tan jacket, blue jeans, lime green shoes, and a green hat. Mr. Reed may be living with a condition that could impair his…
