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Pike Road Partners with Life South to Save Lives in the River Region

The Town of Pike Road partnered with LifeSouth for a community blood drive in honor of the town’s founders’ week. LifeSouth officials say the river region is in emergency need of blood donations and encourages everyone to donate if possible. If you would like to donate blood please visit their donor center located at 4139 Carmichael Rd. or visit their…

“Bold, Beautiful and Beyond Cancer” Wig Giveaway

Women suffering from health-related hair loss can get a complimentary wig this weekend. Montgomery city councilman Oronde Mitchell, the  American Cancer Society, Beauty and Beyond, The Strategic Group, Women of W.I.L.L., Young Men on A Mission, and the City of Montgomery Parks and Recreation organized the event. The event is Saturday, October 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at…

Rays even World Series at 1-1 with win over Dodgers

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Brandon Lowe kept finding his name near the top of Tampa Bay’s lineup even as his offensive struggles continued to mount this postseason. After Lowe finally busted out in Game 2 of the World Series, the Rays and Dodgers are tied deep in the heart of Texas. “Sometimes guys, you’ve got to allow them to go…

Attorney General Steve Marshall Announces That the U.S. Supreme Court Has Granted Alabama’s Request to Halt Ruling on Curbside Voting

The U.S Supreme Court grants curbside voting by saying in quote: “Attorney General Steve Marshall announced that the U.S. Supreme Court  granted the State of Alabama’s emergency request for a stay of a federal district court’s order  that had purported to create curbside voting in Alabama. The High Court’s decision  Wednesday is its second in three months to protect the…

Local Boys and Girls Club Host 30th Charity Golf Tournament

The Boys and Girls Club of the River Region hosted their 30th annual golf and tennis charity tournament on Wednesday, Oct. 21. After being postponed in May due to the pandemic, the local non-profit held their events at Wynlakes Golf and Country club with over 130 participants. The club has raised over two million dollars in the past, and the…

Residents Speak, City Council Listens, Passes Ordinance Restricting Liquor Stores

West Montgomery seems to be an attraction for business owners, but residents are not happy with the kind of businesses that are coming to the area. Residents say package stores are popping up on every corner, and they are sick of it. At Tuesday’s city council meeting the Montgomery City Council passed an ordinance restricting package stores from being 250…

Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth Tests Positive for COVID-19

Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth/Source: State of Alabama Alabama Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth has tested positive for COVID-19. Lt. Governor Ainsworth says he was tested out of an abundance of caution after being notified that a member of his Sunday school church group had acquired the Coronavirus. State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris informed Ainsworth of his results and says his…

Opp City Schools Cancels In-Person Instruction: Covid-19 blamed

Opp city schools will be closed for in-person instruction and activities effective immediately until Tuesday october 27. This is due to an increase of covid-19 cases in the schools and community. All classes will be conducted virtually. Parents and students should check their Schoology account for more information and instruction. Categories: News, South Alabama Tags: covid-19, Opp city Schools, virtual…

Search For Missing Woman Underway in Montgomery

Montgomery police are also looking for a missing woman who was last seen early this morning. Authorities say 67-year-old Naomi Yates was last seen around South Union Street around 5 o’clock Tuesday morning. She was wearing a black shirt with flower print and gray pants. Police say she has a condition that may impair her judgement. Anyone with any information…