Americans are grappling with an essential question as they try to get the information they need to stay safe during the coronavirus crisis: Whom do you trust? Sixty-eight percent of Americans say they have high trust in the information provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Sixty-six percent highly trust their doctor or health care provider, and 52%…
Troy University plans to offer in-class instruction this fall, and all campuses and locations will reopen on June 1, Dr. Jack Hawkins Jr., Chancellor, announced today. “This spring has been a time of uncertainty and challenge. The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted lives and threatened health and safety. And yet throughout these days, I have been impressed but not surprised by…
With the number of layoffs and furloughs rising and unemployment numbers top 30 million in just the past 3 months, Americans are looking for ways to earn money from home. In some cases, working from home or “side hustles” can turn into full-time careers. If you Google, make money from home, you’re going to see a lot of scams. But…
The Montgomery Veteran’s Affairs released its first patient who tested positive for Covid-19 on Thursday after an almost 40-day hospital stay.. The patient was admitted back in march and placed on a ventilator. Marine Corps and Vietnam Veteran Robert Shaw spent 20 days on the ventilator and received physical and speech therapy. Shaw says he is grateful to everyone at…
The Wetumpka Police Department is investigating a string of burglaries and thefts. During a recent burglary in Wetumpka, Sebastian Riggs, stole over 40 Apple iPad and 25 Apple iPod along with several other suspects. Riggs is in police custody and has been charged with Burglary and Theft. After the burglary, Riggs sold several items via Facebook Marketplace, Let go, and…
A drive-up COVID-19 testing clinic will be offered at the Perry County Health Department on Monday, May 11, from 10 a.m. – noon while testing supplies are available. For an appointment and to preregister call the Perry County Health Department, (334) 683-6153. To be tested individuals must be 10-years-old or older and meet the following criteria: ·    …
Montgomery police are investigating a deadly shooting in the 1700 Block of Jackson Ferry Road. An adult male sustained a fatal gunshot wound around 11 p.m. Wednesday, April 29. He was pronounced dead on the scene. A suspect has been taken into custody and charges are pending. Check back with Alabama News Network for more as more details become available….
Photo from Lee Co. Sheriff’s Office A judge in Lee County is allowing the teenager charged in the wreck that killed Auburn University broadcaster Rod Bramblett and his wife Paula to be released to home confinement. Circuit Judge Jacob Walker says because of the COVID-19 pandemic, he is reinstating bond for 17-year-old Johnston Edward Taylor. That will allow him to…
A major narcotics warrant was served in Autauga County Thursday morning. Multiple agencies (Autauga County Sheriff’s Office, Elmore County Sheriff’s Department, Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department, Montgomery Police Department, and the Prattville Aviation Unit) assisted in the raid of “The Farm”. Police say “The Farm”, located on Langford Drive in Prattville, has been used for criminal activity for a long time….
Governor Kay Ivey announced Thursday that economic development activity across Alabama last year generated $7.1 billion in pledged capital investment and 13,454 job commitments, providing a potential spark for economic revival once the shocks of the COVID-19 pandemic ease. Governor Ivey said the results include strategic investments that reflect long-term growth plans in Alabama by major global companies, which can…
