Reid State Technical College Welcomes Students to explore Career Possibilities
Reid State Technical College hosted their inaugural career exploration event on Thursday to introduce multiple areas of career opportunities to high school students.
Teresa Lawson
Teresa Lawson is a Reporter/MMJ for WAKA Action 8 News.
Teresa was born and raised in Butler County and developed a love for news in middle school, dreaming of becoming a TV news reporter. She attended Auburn University, receiving a Bachelor’s Degree in Liberals Arts.
Teresa interned with WSFA and began her career there as a news content specialist, later accepting a position with WAKA as a TV news producer. Teresa enjoys working in most areas of the newsroom but especially enjoys entertainment news.
She loves the Lord, her church and family, spends her free time reading or shopping and still considers Auburn her second home.
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Greenville’s Ritz Theatre Gearing up for its 43rd Season
The Ritz Theatre has been a staple in Greenville for 90 years. Transforming from a movie theater to a live action theatre the iconic company is now preparing to embark on its 43rd season.
Butler County Schools takes steps to help Greenville students succeed
In the wake of a failing achievement test score for Greenville High School the Butler County School system is placing attention to providing a more solid education foundation for Greenville students.
Georgiana Residents Elect First Woman Mayor in the Town’s History
Georgiana is making history as the first black woman prepares to take the mayoral seat. Not only is she the first black woman to take the seat Nina Bonner is the first woman to ever sit the mayoral position in Georgiana.
Greenville Mayor Dexter McLendon and City Councilman Jae’Ques Brown face runoff
Greenville residents will return to the polls on September 23 as Mayor Dexter McLendon and City Councilman Jae'Ques Brown vie for the mayoral position in a runoff.
City of Georgiana Set to Complete Multi Million Dollar Economic Changes
The Busy Ant Travel Center is set to build an 8 million dollar truck stop in Georgiana effectively creating jobs in the city and enhancing its footprint in South Alabama.
Greenville Mayor Dexter McLendon speaks out ahead of mayoral race against three opponents
In just under a week many municipalities in the river region will face off with local elections.
Pepsi Cola Bottling Company holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to Celebrate Company Expansion in Luverne
Governor Kay Ivey joined Luverne city leaders and the Pepsi Cola Bottling Company to celebrate the company's expansion in Luverne, Alabama marking more than 100 years of business in the city.
Foster Families and Foster Care Support Needed Across the State
According the Alabama Department of Human Resources there are nearly 6,000 children in foster care in Alabama which is why foster homes are a necessary resource for children in need.Â
Georgiana Community Leaders to host Midnight Prayer
In a show of unity and in hopes of sparking a revival in the people of Georgiana, surrounding areas and even the nation, Gail Campbell and Nina Bonner  are praying in the heart of downtown and asking others to join in. Â
