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Dry Through Weekend, Watching Irma

OH SO NICE!: Amazing weather today all across Alabama as it sure looks and feels like fall out there. After the chilly start in the 50s, we will all warm into 80s this afternoon. Very few if any clouds and a light north breeze makes this “chamber of commerce weather.” If you like this weather, which most of us do,…

Troy University Announces New Gameday Parking and Traffic Routes

  Troy University and city officials have announced new parking and traffic plans for Troy’s 2017 football season. The Troy Police Department has announced the following traffic plans: One hour prior to game time, George Wallace Drive will be closed between John M. Long Avenue and the entrance to Charles Henderson High School. This section of George Wallace Drive will…

ASU Acadome to Open for Hurricane Irma Evacuees

Alabama State University is opening the doors to its Acadome to help house Hurricane Irma evacuees. ASU says it’s working with the American Red Cross and the Alabama Emergency Management Agency to offer shelter to the storm’s evacuees. The Red Cross says it will have the University’s shelter in place by 6 p.m. tonight, according to ASU officials. In a statement, interim…

Gov. Kay Ivey Announces She’s Seeking a Full Term in Office

Today, Gov. Kay Ivey announced her decision to seek election as Governor in 2018. The Governor said in a statement, “Four months ago, I was sworn in as the 54th Governor of the State of Alabama. There hasn’t been a more humbling moment in my life. I took over at one of the darkest times in our state’s memory. I’m proud to say we’ve…

Feels Like Fall, Three Active Hurricanes

A TASTE OF FALL: Today through Sunday, we are forecasting sunny pleasant days and clear, cool nights. Highs in the lower to mid 80s are forecast, while lows will be mostly in the 50s. Again Friday morning, those cooler pockets across North/Central Alabama could see upper 40s. Phenomenal fall-like weather in the days ahead. FOOTBALL WEATHER: A perfect night for…

A Taste of Fall, Very Active Tropics

TASTE OF FALL: Clouds and lingering showers are possible in the morning, especially over our southern counties, but as the dry, continental air settles into Alabama, we will see a clearing sky and a refreshing north breeze today. Highs will range from the upper 70s to lower 80s. By tonight, under a clear sky, we are going to see our…

A Hint of Fall, Watching Hurricane Irma

FRONT APPROACHING: The first true cool front of the season is heading towards Alabama and will bring in a chance of showers, and possibly a thunderstorm late this afternoon and overnight. Good news, no severe weather is expected, and rain amounts generally less than and half an inch are likely. The showers will end during the morning hours Wednesday, followed…

Consumer Alert: Winn-Dixie Produce Recall

On Your Side Consumer Alert — Southeastern Grocers, the parent company of Winn-Dixie stores, is issuing a voluntary recall of multiple Country Fresh produce products. These products were sold in 6-, 10-, 12- and 23-ounce packages. The recall is due to listeria concerns. These products are being recalled out of an abundance of caution; no illnesses have been reported, according…

Changes Behind a Midweek Front

FOR LABOR DAY: More of the same for today with yet another terrific morning with temperatures well down into the 60s. The day will feature plenty of sunshine and afternoon highs in the upper 80s with a few low 90s possible. Usually we are dealing with hot and humid weather with afternoon storms, not the case this year, and once…