Tallassee wrestling wins second straight duals state championship
Coach John Mask earned his 700th career duals victory en route to Tallassee wrestling winning back-to-back state titles
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Coaches react to AHSAA reclassification separating public and private schools
The AHSAA approved a reclassification that separates public and private schools. Local coaches spoke to us about how this impacts their teams
Montgomery police make bank robbery arrest
Montgomery police have charged a suspect with robbing a Regions Bank branch.
ACTION 8 WEATHER AUTHORITY: Closings, cancellations and delays
Some school systems are making changes to their schedules for Monday due to the winter weather threat and the expected bitterly cold temperatures.
Businesses announced for Merry Corners in Pike Road
No word on when the businesses will open.Â
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Woman reported missing in Prattville found safe
Prattville police say a missing woman has been found safe.
Winner announced in Action 8’s “New Year, New You” online contest
All of us at Action 8 want to thank everyone who entered our “New Year, New You” online contest. We now have a winner!
CAMPAIGN 2026: Track the candidates who’ve qualified for races
Friday, January 23 is the deadline for candidates to qualify for the Democratic and Republican primaries. See the list of qualified candidates here.
AHSAA approves public-private split for postseason competition
The new classification system will take place starting in the fall of 2026.
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