West Mtgy. Residents Turning to Other Grocers After Calhoun’s Closing
West Montgomery residents are still learning the news that Calhoun Foods, a grocery store that’s been in the area for more than 30 years, is closed.
Author: WAKA Action 8 News
Lawmakers Wrap Session, Governor Vetoes Budget
Lawmakers have called it quits for the regular session one day early, passing the general fund budget early Thursday.
That’s a general fund budget that was quickly vetoed by the governor, so lawmakers will definitely be returning for a special session.
Gov. Bentley Vows to Veto General Fund Budget
Alabama lawmakers have approved an austere general fund budget that Gov. Robert Bentley immediately vowed to veto to bring lawmakers back into special session this summer.
Positively Alabama: Barber Berry Farm
Along with the the warm, spring weather we’re experiencing, it’s also the time of year to experience the fresh fruits and veggies that are growing.
Alabama Makers Market Connects Vendors, Businesses
The Alabama Department of Tourism is trying a new method of connecting Alabama makers to business owners who can sell their products.
New Development Plan for Head Elementary School Property
An update now on the former Head Elementary School property in Montgomery.
Budget Battle Waits Another Day In State House
Another day in the state house and still no general fund budget has been brought up in the senate.
That caused a lot of confusion for lawmakers today.
Changes Coming to Downtown Tallassee
Renovations are set to begin on the historic Mount Vernon Theatre in July. Volunteers raised nearly half a million dollars for the project. Now people who live there are turning their attention to the abandoned buildings just blocks away from the theatre and Hotel Talisi, which shut down after an arson in 2009.
Calhoun Foods Closes Grocery Store on West Fairview Ave.
After 30 years in business, Calhoun Foods has closed its grocery store on West Fairview Avenue in Montgomery.
Report Says Lowndes Co. Roads Are Second-Deadliest in State
If you drive the highways and backroads of some of Alabama’s most rural counties, then you’re driving on some of the deadliest roads in the state.
