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What the Tech? Gadget Gift Ideas for Your Car

Is it just me or do you hate those commercials where someone is getting a car for Christmas? All my life I’ve never known someone who gets a car under the tree. If you’ve got someone on your gift list who already owns a perfectly good car, these tech gadgets are a more realistic gift. I love watching dashcam videos…

Five Vehicle Crash on U.S. 231

UPDATE: Crash has been cleared. There is a five vehicle crash on U.S. 231 at the River Bridge into Elmore County. This is about a half mile south of Redland Road. State Troopers say there are no injuries involved but the River Bridge is extremely icy this morning. They are still working to clear the crash so expect delays in…

Sunny, Warmer Friday

The clear sky overnight allowed for temperatures to drop into the 20s this morning, but today we rise into the mid 50s with a good supply of sunshine. THE ALABAMA WEEKEND: Clouds return to the state late Saturday, but the day itself looks to be dry. Areas of light rain are expected across the state as we head through Saturday…

Pike Road Continues to Grow

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Pike Road is the fastest growing town in Alabama.

The town of Pike Road shows no signs of slowing down as 2021 approaches. We sat with Mayor Gordon Stone to take a look at 2020, and what his plans are for the future. Our conversation with Mayor Stone began with the topic that has dominated 2020, the coronavirus pandemic. “We’ve had a great community response, and we’ve not seen…

Montgomery Housing Authority Gives Tour of Apartment Where Civil Rights Icon Rosa Parks Lived

The city of Montgomery is continuing to honor the 65th anniversary of the Montgomery Bus Boycott. On Thursday, December 17, the Montgomery Housing Authority along with city leaders held a ceremony at Cleveland Court Apartments where Rosa Parks lived. The housing authority gave a tour of parks’ fully restored apartment. Residents from the housing community were in attendance along with…

Woman Dies in Alexander City House Fire

A woman has died in a house fire in Alexander City. Alexander City Fire Chief Reese McAlister confirms to Alabama News Network that the woman died in the fire, which happened at a home in the 2000 block of North Central Avenue on Wednesday A man was taken to UAB for treatment. His condition is unknown, according to McAlister. It…

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…