What’s Happening: July 25-27
We have a backpack full of back-to-school events happening in the River Region this weekend!
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
Montgomery Christian School showing off renovations at new home on Vaughn Road
Action 8 News is getting a sneak peek at Montgomery Christian School's new building before the start of the school year.
Wife of former U.S. Senator Richard Shelby dies
We have sad news from the Alabama political world. The wife of former U.S. Senator Richard Shelby has died.
Hit jazz musician Chuck Mangione dies at 84
Jazz musician Chuck Mangione, known for his hit "Feels So Good," has died at 84.
Judge: Man accused of trying to assassinate Trump can represent himself at trial
A man charged with trying to assassinate President Donald Trump last year in South Florida can represent himself during his trial, a federal judge has ruled.
U.S. Justice Department will meet with Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstein’s imprisoned former girlfriend
U.S. Justice Department officials are set to meet with Ghislaine Maxwell, the former girlfriend of financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, in Florida where she is serving time in prison.
Montgomery Public Schools planning Back to School Bash
Montgomery Public Schools has announced that it's planning a Back to School Bash to get students excited about the start of a new school year.
Korean auto parts maker investing $4 million in Auburn facility
Korea Fuel Tech America, Inc. is investing $4 million to expand its manufacturing plant in Auburn.
What the Tech: See gadgets for people born in years that start with “19”
See eight gadgets that people whose birth year starts with "19" might find helpful around the house.
ONLY ON 8: Political Analyst Steve Flowers discusses Alabama races for governor, U.S. senator
Our Action 8 Political Analyst Steve Flowers shares his insight on Alabama’s races for governor and U.S. senator.
