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Former Speaker Hubbard Transferred To Kilby Infirmary

Former Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard, who is facing a four-year-prison sentence for an ethics conviction, has been moved to Kilby Correctional Facility. Alabama Department of Corrections records show Hubbard is being held in the medical infirmary of Kilby Correctional Facility. Samantha Rose, a spokeswoman for the Alabama Department of Corrections, said Hubbard was taken into prison custody Wednesday. She…

Local Salvation Army Thanks First Responders in River Region

On Friday, Nov. 6, the Salvation Army of Montgomery held its third annual ‘1st Responders Luncheon’ in Montgomery. Leaders from Montgomery Police and Fire departments along with Montgomery County Sheriff’s office showed their appreciation at the event as they were all given free lunch meals. “We wanted to put a positive spin on their service and celebrate them up for…

Selma Mayor James Perkins Tackles Several Issues in His First Week

Selma Mayor James Perkins has addressed several issues in his first week back in office. He held a news conference this morning to provide updates since his swearing in ceremony on Monday. Some residents are still without electricity after Hurricane Zeta crossed Alabama last week. ‘Everything that we need to do specific to FEMA, to our insurance and our claims,…

Weekend Blanket Drive for the Homeless

On Saturday, Nov. 7th, the Mid-Alabama Coalition for the Homeless will hold a Blanket Drive for the homeless. They will be accepting blankets, hats, gloves, and any winter wear. 2020 Blanket Drive Information: Date(s): Saturday, November 7, 2020, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Saturday, November 14, 2020, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Saturday, November 21, 2020, 9:00 am – 12:00…

Montgomery Police Investigate Man’s Death

Montgomery Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a man’s death. Emergency crews responded to a shots fired call in the 3500 block of Manley Drive Friday afternoon. According to MPD, a man was rushed to the hospital for treatment in a personal vehicle and was later pronounced dead. Stay with Alabama News Network for updates to this story. Categories: Montgomery…

Central Alabama Electric Co-op Says All Power Restored Following Hurricane Zeta

Central Alabama Electric Cooperative (CAEC) says it has completed restoration efforts after Hurricane Zeta ripped through the co-op’s 10-county service territory the morning of October 29, leaving approximately 37,000 members without power.  The final repair work was finished last night. CAEC says Zeta’s winds of more than 60 mph broke nearly 500 poles and left behind countless downed spans of…

Warm Days Ahead

FINALLY FRIDAY: The sky will feature a mix sun and clouds today, and very mild temperatures as afternoon highs climb into the mid and upper 70s across South/Central Alabama. For those football games this evening, expect passing clouds in the lows 70s today with mid 70s tomorrow. KEEPING AN EYE ON ETA: Latest update on Eta from NHC: The center…

State of Alabama Announces $60 Million Settlement With Terminix

Attorney General Steve Marshall announced on Thursday, Nov. 5, a historic $60 million State settlement with Terminix International after the company’s alleged illegal business practices targeting Alabama consumers. An investigation by the Alabama Attorney General’s office and the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries revealed that Terminix engaged in a pattern of collecting annual termite protection premiums from Alabama consumers,…

What the Tech? Get Ready for Early Black Friday Sales

We’re just three weeks away from Thanksgiving and Black Friday. The day after Thanksgiving has traditionally been one of the busiest shopping days of the year. But this is 2020 when the holiday shopping season actually began in the middle of October with Amazon Prime Day. All major retailers are releasing Black Friday sales circulars online to entice shoppers to…