What’s Happening: December 19-21
We’re getting closer to Christmas, which means there are holiday events happening all over the River Region!
Author: WAKA Action 8 News
Retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, family among seven killed in North Carolina plane crash
A business jet carrying seven people, including retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and his family, crashed at an airport in North Carolina, killing everyone aboard.
Pike Road student does her part to help Friendship Mission
A Pike Road Intermediate School student launched a campaign to help people at Friendship Mission.
Faulkner University’s Jones School of Law celebrates achievements
Faulkner University’s Thomas Goode Jones School of Law reports record enrollment and gains in student diversity.
Some Selma tornado victims still need help, nearly three years after the storm
Nearly three years after the tornado that hit Selma in 2023, some tornado victims still need help repairing their homes.
Autauga County Schools Superintendent lays out plan for schools
Autauga County Schools Superintendent Lyman Woodfin is sharing a report card on the school system with the Prattville Area Chamber of Commerce.
Wetumpka man killed in crash on Atlanta Highway in Montgomery
A Wetumpka man has been killed in a one-vehicle crash on Atlanta Highway in Montgomery.
Funeral arrangements announced for former WAKA sports reporter Christina Chambers
A GoFundMe has been created in Christina’s honor to raise funds to help support her son’s educational expenses.
Former Alabama QB AJ McCarron named head coach of the Birmingham Stallions
The Birmingham Stallions named McCarron Thursday as its new head coach.Â
Troy man arrested on child sexual abuse charges
Details of the investigation have not been released at this time.Â
