Pay It Forward: Lorri Simpson of Wetumpka
For the past four years, Lorri Simpson has worked at the Elmore County Humane Shelter. And even before that, she and her husband fostered and bottle fed animals welcoming them into their home and property.
Jamey Tucker
Consumer Technology Reporter Jamey Tucker started providing his daily “What the Tech” stories to Action 8 News in 2019. He can be seen on Action 8 News Rising as well as Action 8 News at 5:00 and 5:30PM.
Jamey previously worked as a reporter for WKRN in Nashville, Tennessee. He was also an anchor and reporter for WREG in Memphis, Tennessee, and WHNT in Huntsville.
Jamey has been honored by the Associated Press in Alabama as Best Reporter and Best Feature reporter for his work as a religion reporter. His love for technology reporting grew while working in Nashville. Jamey now focuses entirely on technology reporting and enjoys finding new apps and gadgets to make life easier, safer and a little more fun.
Jamey and his wife have three children and are the proud owners of a hairless cat.
You can follow Jamey and submit story ideas and questions on X at @jameytucker.
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Amazon to Open New Facilities in Montgomery, Elsewhere in Alabama
Gov. Kay Ivey has announced that Amazon plans to open three new operations facilities in Alabama while also launching a new fulfilment center that will support customer deliveries across the state. One of the facilities will be in Montgomery.
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What the Tech? App of the Day: Endel
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Search for Missing Boater Underway on Lake Martin
Alabama Marine Police say they are searching for a missing boater on Lake Martin.
14-Year-Old to Face Charges after Car Chase that Ended in Prattville
Alabama State Troopers say a 14-year-old driving an SUV with other juveniles inside will face charges after a chase that ended in Prattville.
Parenting Your Parents: Highlight on Dementia Friendly Alabama
Have you ever heard of robotic companion pets? Dementia Friendly Alabama gives them to dementia patients living in our state. Watch the video below for more information on this unique program.
U.S. Justice Dept. Launches Investigation into Lowndes County Sanitation
The U.S. Justice Department says it's launched an environmental justice investigation into the Alabama Department of Public Health and the Lowndes County Health Department.
