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Uber Postponed another 2 Weeks after City Council Concerns

The ride sharing service Uber is set to begin in Montgomery, but drivers and passengers will have to wait a little longer than expected.

The city council’s vote Tuesday night postponed the official start of the ride sharing service after some concerns were raised. Councilman Fred Bell says he is not against Uber, but does have concerns about the screening process. During our TalkBack segment, Bell said: “Prior to the passage of this new ordinance, taxi cab drivers had to go to the doctor…

More 908th Reservists Return Home

Families gathered on Maxwell Air Force Base Tuesday night ready to welcome their loved ones home.

It’s been 4 months and, for many, it’s been way too long to go without seeing some pretty important people. Brittain Tucker says she is waiting on, “my daddy.” From the smallest of their supporters to their wives… “Just ready to let him see his son he hasn’t seen for 4 months. Very excited and very happy,” said wife Stephanie…

Holtville Middle Schoolers Win State In App Competition

A group of Holtville Middle Schoolers are named best in the State. They came up with an idea for an application that won Verizon Innovative App Challenge for Alabama.

A group of Holtville Middle Schoolers are named best in the State. They came up with an idea for an application that won Verizon Innovative App Challenge for Alabama. The group of seven Holtville sixth graders already won their very own tablets and $5,000 for their school. Now they need your help to win even more. Carter Brink, a sixth…

Alabama vs. Auburn Basketball Preview

Preview of the Iron Bowl on the Hardwood

Alabama and Auburn played twice during the 2014-15 season, with the Crimson Tide sweeping the season series – both wins were by a combined 13 points. Alabama captured a 57-55 win in Tuscaloosa, followed by securing a 79-68 victory in Auburn Arena.