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Lewis Jackson Resigns After 15 Years as ASU Men’s Basketball Coach

Alabama State head men’s basketball coach Lewis Jackson announced his resignation from the program Friday, March 27, after 15 years as the head coach of the Hornets. “As I continue my Alabama State University athletic journey, I am stepping down as head coach of the Alabama State University men’s basketball program,” Jackson said. “The joys and challenges of college athletics as a…

WANTED: Two in Custody, One Suspect Still At-Large in Camp Hill Murder

Josephis Tavrious Mahone, 29, of Dadeville is wanted by the Camp Hill Police Department regarding a Homicide Investigation. Josephis Mahone The Camp Hill Police Department reports that on March 26, at approximately 1:00pm police were dispatched to a residence in Camp Hill in reference to a shooting. Once police were on the scene it was determined that two victims were…

Police Search for Person Responsible for Theft at Montgomery Law Firm

The Montgomery Police Department is currently investigating a vandalism and theft that occurred at a downtown law firm. Reports indicate that on Wednesday, March 25, at approximately 10:31pm an unknown suspect vandalized and stole unspecified property from a downtown law firm storage area. The suspect was driving a dark colored unknown make/model pick-up truck. If you have any information regarding…

Lowe’s Looking to Hire 30,000 New Workers

Lowe’s has announced that it hopes to hire for 30,000 positions in stores across the U.S. The announcement was made by Lowe’s President and CEO Marvin Ellison. Lowe’s is offering full-time, part-time, seasonal and overnight jobs for displaced workers who are seeking short-term opportunities.  It is also hiring at its distribution centers and other supply chain facilities. Those interested in applying can visit https://corporate.lowes.com/careers/ or text…

AHSAA Issues Statement on Cancellation of Spring Sports

The Alabama High School Athletic Assocation has released a statement regarding the cancellation of all spring sports. The announcement of the cancellation was made by Alabama State School Superintendent Dr. Eric Mackey at a news conference yesterday. AHSAA Executive Director Steve Savarese said in a statement, “Like thousands of others, I am deeply saddened and disappointed that our schools have…

Unemployment in Alabama: 2.7%, Before Coronavirus Hit

The Alabama Department of Labor has released unemployment numbers for February, before the coronavirus hit the state and led to many business closures and layoffs. The preliminary, seasonally adjusted February unemployment rate is unchanged at 2.7%, a record low, and well below February 2019’s rate of 3.5%. February’s rate represents 2,184,248 people with jobs, up 23,325 over the year. Wage…

Third Person Dies from Coronavirus in Alabama

A third person in Alabama has died from the Coronavirus. According to the Alabama Department of Public Health’s COVID-19 Dashboard, a resident in Madison County passed away from the virus. The age or gender of the victim, has not been released. Two other people, one in Jackson County and the other in Lauderdale County, also passed away from the illness….

More Record Highs Expected Today and Tomorrow

RECORD HIGHS FOR MONTGOMERY: On Thursday, Montgomery set a record high of 89°, which beat the old record of 87° from 2007. The record warmth continues today and tomorrow with mainly sunny and dry conditions, as we are forecasting highs around 90° both days. The current record highs for Montgomery are: Friday 89° (1910) Saturday 87° (1989) WEEKEND WEATHER: Saturday…

Hyundai Exploring Options to Send Surplus South Korean Test Kits to Alabama

Hyundai Motor Corporation is in communications with the government of the Republic of South Korea to explore the possibility of sending surplus test kits to Alabama. The action comes after Mayor Steven L. Reed requested assistance to combat the Coronavirus in Alabama. “As the nations of the world respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, the actions of South Korean leaders have…