Labor Day Means Big Business On Lake Martin
Labor Day usually signals the end of the summer season.
That means it’s time for one last weekend at the lake, which is a big help for business.
Author: WAKA Action 8 News
Saban: No. 2 Alabama’s QB Competition Continues
Alabama still has competition for the starting job at quarterback.
Obese Children at High Risk for Hypertension
Obese kids are at nearly six times higher risk for hypertension than children who are normal weight.
Wine & Exercise Can Protect from Heart Disease
A study from overseas reveals drinking wine protects people against cardiovascular disease, only if they exercise.
Tea Drinkers Healthier Than Coffee Drinkers
European researchers say tea drinkers are likely to be healthier than coffee drinkers and may even live longer.
Alabama Amendment Would Address Gun Ownership
A proposed change to the Alabama Constitution would make gun ownership a fundamental right in the state. The proposal also would subject any state gun-control measures to the toughest review by the courts. Rep. Mike Jones is the Andalusia Republican who sponsored the proposed constitutional amendment. He says it puts added protections for the right to bear arms into the…
2 Killed, 2 Wounded in Gun Battle Near Biker Club
Police say at least 40 rounds were fired during a gun battle outside a Birmingham motorcycle club that killed two people and wounded two others. Authorities say the shooting happened shortly after 10 p.m. Sunday outside Showstoppers Motorcycle Club on Coosa Street. Police tell Al.com that one man was pronounced dead at the scene. Another died at UAB Hospital. Birmingham…
Alabama Hosts Moon Pie-Eating Contest
Close to 400 Moon Pies are ready for Alabama’s largest Moon Pie-eating contest. The 23rd annual event will be held Monday afternoon at Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park. The Tuscaloosa News reports the 60 contestants must try to eat as many Moon Pies as quickly as possible. Â (Copyright 2014 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not…
Firefighters in Autauga Getting New Breathing Equipment
Volunteer firefighters in Autauga County will receive money for new breathing equipment. The Autauga County Firefighters Association has received a grant for more than $614,000 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The award does not include the Prattville fire department. To obtain the grant, the association had to promise to provide its own 10 percent match. The Montgomery Advertiser reports…
Alex City Sees an Increase in Sales Tax
Alexander City residents will soon have to pay a little more in sales tax.
