Mardi Gras parade rolls through Millbrook
The town’s annual Mardi Gras parade kicked off at noon but the festivities started earlier on Saturday.
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Johni Broome’s 19 points lead No. 1 Auburn over No. 2 Alabama 94-85
Johni Broome had 19 points and 14 rebounds and five teammates scored in double figures as No. 1 Auburn beat in-state rival and second-ranked Alabama 94-85 on Saturday in a matchup of top-ranked teams.
Opelika man killed in Lee County crash
An Opelika man has been killed in a pickup truck crash in Lee County.
Woman seriously hurt in Montgomery shooting
A woman has been seriously hurt in a shooting in Montgomery.
PHOTOS & VIDEO: Fire causes major damage in downtown Union Springs
A large fire has caused major damage in downtown Union Springs.
Valiant Cross wins first-ever AISA basketball state title
Valiant Cross boys basketball head coach Letwan Hall said he never had to worry about his team getting into the gym. He had to work harder to get them out of the gym.
Valentine’s Day brings “Day of Love” weddings galore in Montgomery
Montgomery County Probate Judge JC Love III took time on Valentine’s Day to perform wedding ceremonies in what he calls the “Day of Love.”
Wetumpka to welcome new business downtown
The owner of Grove Station has announced the bakery, market and restaurant will be moving from Tallassee to downtown Wetumpka.
Winners of Action 8’s “River Region Rockin’ Romance” contest announced
In celebration of Valentine’s Day, we want to congratulate a lucky couple who won Action 8’s “River Region Rockin’ Romance” contest!
Montgomery man killed in head-on crash
A Montgomery man has been killed in a head-on crash just outside of the city limits.
