New Program Helps High School Students Find Jobs
A new statewide initiative could help pave the way for good paying high tech jobs for thousands of Alabama high school students.
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.
Articles
St. Jude Closing, Parents and Staff Frustrated
St. Jude Education Institute, a private school that's been in Montgomery for almost 80 years is closing for good at the end of the school year.
Butler Co. Parents Want Change In Board Of Education Elections
In Butler County, 10 candidates are running in the democratic primary for the school board. We talked to parents and community members about what they want to see happen for the school system.
Maxwell Invites Civilians To National Security Forum
Maxwell Air Force Base is the home to the Air War College, where the top airmen from across the globe learn strategy. Once a year the base allows civilians in for a behind the scenes look at that strategy, as well as to hear about the biggest concerns of the Air Force.
What’s Right With Your Community: Medical Outreach Ministries
Getting sick can be a stressful time for someone who doesn't have health insurance.
People With Disabilities Need More Exercise
The CDC says adults with disabilities who get no aerobic physical activity are 50% more likely to have a chronic disease, like cancer, diabetes, stroke or heart disease.
Body Found Behind Building in Downtown Selma
A death investigation is underway in Selma after a body is found behind a building in downtown Selma.
Nigerian Gov. asking the Public for Help Finding More than 200 Schoolgirls
The Nigerian government is asking the public for help in finding more than 200 schoolgirls kidnapped on April 15th.
Vote for this Year’s Golden Apple Teacher of the Year
It's your last chance to vote for this year's Golden Apple Teacher of the Year.
Jess Meuse will be Taking to the American Idol Stage Tonight
Slapout's Jess Meuse will be taking to the American Idol stage tonight looking to make it into the top three.
