What’s Happening: April 24-26
Don’t let the chance of rain keep you from enjoying all of these fun events happening in the River Region this weekend!
Author: WAKA Action 8 News
Rams choose QB Ty Simpson at No. 13, securing their successor for Matthew Stafford
The Los Angeles Rams chose Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th overall pick. They made a bold move to secure their successor to NFL MVP Matthew Stafford.
Auburn’s Keldric Faulk selected as the 31st overall pick to the Titans
Auburn Edge, Keldric Faulk, is headed to the NFL after being selected in the first round as the 31st overall pick by the Tennessee Titans.
Montgomery Hot Air Balloon Festival postponed
Organizers of the upcoming Hot Air Balloon Festival in Montgomery have postponed their event due to weather conditions.
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall discusses role in investigation of Southern Poverty Law Center
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall says his office was part of a coalition that evaluated and investigated the allegations.
Lifesaver Radar data seen on WAKA to be shared with Alabama EMA to improve storm safety
Data from the two Lifesaver Radar systems you see regularly on WAKA Action 8 News will now be shared with the Alabama Emergency Management Agency to improve storm safety efforts statewide.
All Macon County Day Festival to feature “Taste of the Wild”
The festival will take place on Saturday, April 25 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Downtown Tuskegee Square.
Montgomery Christian School’s Art Splash fundraiser returns next week
Montgomery Christian School’s Art Splash will take place April 30 through May 4.Â
Thomasville police officer killed in crash
It happened around 5:02 a.m. Wednesday on U.S. 43 near the 90 mile marker.
People hit the runway in Prattville for a good cause
The Pilot Club of Prattville hosted their 2nd Annual Serving Hopes and Dreams fashion show in Prattville Wednesday.Â
