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AG Steve Marshall Issues Guidance for Voters Contracting COVID-19 Leading Up to Election

Attorney General Steve Marshall issued guidance for Alabama voters who contract COVID-19 in the days leading up to the November 3, general election. Under the guidance, a voter who has tested positive for COVID-19 on or after October 29, and for that reason cannot vote in person, may be able to cast an emergency absentee ballot, as provided for in…

Montgomery Hosting Two College Football Bowl Games This Year

The city of Montgomery will host two college football bowl games this season. The Montgomery Bowl and Camellia Bowl will both be played at the historic Cramton Bowl. “In a unique season, we have a unique opportunity to host two bowl games in Montgomery this year,” Camellia Bowl executive director Johnny Williams said. “We have a great relationship with ESPN…

A Much Cooler Weather Pattern

FINE FALL FRIDAY: Drier and cooler air settled into Alabama overnight, and our Friday promises to be a delightful day of weather. Now we some clouds this morning, but those will give way to ample sunshine by this afternoon. It remains breezy at times and noticeably cooler as highs today will be in the 60s. FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS: For the…

Maxwell’s 908th Airlift Wing Unveils ASU Nose Art

Maxwell’s 908th Airlift Wing unveiled its new nose art with Alabama State University’s artwork. Senior leaders from both ASU and Maxwell’s 908th joined to host the unveiling ceremony on Thursday, Oct. 29. “This aircraft is now going to be known as the ASU plane and this plane is going to go all around the world. So people are going to…

ADPH Partners with Eastdale Mall in Drive-Thru Flu Shot Clinic

The Alabama Department of Public Health partnered with Eastdale Mall to hold a drive-thru flu shot clinic. The five minute process included residents driving in, giving their background information, and getting the flu shot. ADPH officials are encouraging all Alabamians to get their flu shot as it will keep more families healthy and safe. For more information visit here. Categories:…

Some Schools to Remain Closed Friday

Hurricane Zeta may be long gone from Alabama, but the aftermath is causing some school systems to close again on Friday. Autauga County Schools, Butler County Schools and Elmore County Schools will be closed. Pike Road Schools will be teaching remotely. The reason is the widespread power outages and other issues the storm caused. The schools plan to reopen Monday….

What the Tech? Big Companies May Be Tracking You

Halloween is a spooky time of year and some people might get a fright just opening an app on their smartphone. We’re all aware that the big tech companies track our lives online and in real life, but it’s pretty scary when you see what data and information these companies keep all in one place. Like your Google searches. Everything…

What the Tech? How to Use Technology This Halloween

Now that many cities and communities have canceled trick-or-treating you may be looking for other ways to enjoy the holiday with your kids or your friends. Fortunately, we have some really cool tech tools that can make Halloween during a pandemic a happy memory. If your kids want to share or show off their costumes to their friends consider hosting…