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North Alabama Gets Snow

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In North Alabama, schools altered schedules and roads quickly turned to slush as that part of the state received a dusting of snow from a winter weather system. Several school systems delayed opening or closed early Tuesday because of the threat of slippery roads, and photos on social media showed cars and lawns covered with snow. State troopers said Interstate…

Federal Officials Approve Alabama Medicaid Changes

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Federal officials have approved Alabama’s plan to switch its Medicaid program to managed care. Gov. Robert Bentley made the announcement in a press conference. The waiver approval comes after three years of planning and negotiation with federal officials over the proposed change. Instead of the traditional fee-for-service health care delivery model, the state will contract with regional care organizations to…

Montgomery Police Investigating Fatal Crash

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Montgomery police are investigating a fatal wreck that left a man dead. Police say around 4:15 p.m. Monday, they and fire medics responded to a three-car crash at Atlanta Highway at Oldfield Drive. Officers say 77-year-old Lytle Allen of Montgomery was taken to a hospital with injuries that weren’t believed to be life-threatening, but later proved fatal. No one else…

U.S. Senate, Congress Races Heat Up

Three weeks away from the Alabama primary election and the candidates are campaigns are in full swing.
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Longtime Incumbents are facing some opposition this year as the primary gets closer. U. S. Senator Richard Shelby has been in office for nearly 30 years. Congresswoman Martha Roby is in her 6th year. They each have opponents. But how hard is it to beat an incumbent? Political analyst Steve Flowers says it is difficult. “Between 91 and 95 percent…

Agenda Announced for This Year’s Bridge Crossing Jubilee

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Plans for this year’s Bridge Crossing Jubilee celebrating the Selma to Montgomery march have been announced. This year will mark the 51st anniversary of the Bloody Sunday bridge crossing attempt in 1965. Following last years massive event, including the visit of President Barack Obama, organizers say they are hoping for another big turnout this year. However, it’s coming with some competition. …

Missing Man’s Car Found in Wilcox County

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A missing Clarke County man’s car has been found in Wilcox County. Hy’Shawn Curry, 28, of Thomasville has been missing since January 31. Few other details are available at this time. If you have any information, call the Clarke County Sheriff’s office at (251) 275-8156.   Categories: News, Statewide, West Alabama Tags: Clarke County, Missing Man, Wilcox County

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