Jackson Hospital to remain open after agreement made with Blue Cross Blue Shield
The announcement comes after the Board of Directors says a verbal agreement has been made with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama.Â
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Military helicopter from Ft. Rucker crashes in Covington County
Action 8 News has confirmed that a military helicopter from Ft. Rucker has crashed in Covington County.
Pike County man arrested for stealing bridge end caps
Pike County Sheriff Russell Thomas says 57-year-old Bobby Richard "Ricky" Faulkner, of Linwood, has been charged with first degree theft of property for stealing bridge end caps valued at $4,800.
Marine Patrol Critical to Public Safety on Alabama's Waterways
Instead of climbing into a police cruiser everyday, Thomas Kennington climbs into a boat to patrol some of Alabama’s beautiful waterways. For many, State Trooper means officer on the roadways but the…
Autauga County Schools Superintendent lays out plan for schools
Autauga County Schools Superintendent Lyman Woodfin is sharing a report card on the school system with the Prattville Area Chamber of Commerce.
Montgomery restaurant owner speaks at city council in gladiator helmet
The owner of a popular pizza restaurant in Montgomery has appeared before city council to answer questions about tax payments while wearing a gladiator helmet.
What the Tech: Change the friends you see most on your Facebook feed
You can make changes on Facebook so that you see more than posts and updates from the same 25 or so friends.
ALDOT Working to Reduce Traffic Congestion on Chantilly Parkway
The Alabama Department of Transportation is working to reduce traffic and congestion on Chantilly Parkway. A new construction project will bring changes to Chantilly Parkway between Technacenter Drive and Eastchase Parkway.…
Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church names new pastor
The historic Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church, where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., once served, has named a new pastor.
City of Demopolis Set to Host Babe Ruth 14U World Series Tournament
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Demopolis is set to host the 2019 Babe Ruth 14U World Series in just a week. Final preparations are underway to make sure everything is ready…
Love Bug Population Increase Due to Alabama's Weather Conditions
Love bugs are everywhere and people are complaining. “I’m wondering what is it that brought them back, because whatever it is, I wish it would take them back from where they came…
Five Years Later: Remembering the deadly Lee County tornado
Sunday, March 3, marks five years since an EF-4 tornado hit Lee County, killing 23 people.
Will Dismukes Drops Out of Second District Congressional Race
Alabama State Rep. Will Dismukes (R-District 88) has dropped out of the Republican race for the second district congressional seat. His campaign manager Henry Thornton made the announcement by email this afternoon. "It is with a heavy heart that I…
New Wilcox Co. Sheriff Aims to Make a Difference
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Wilcox County Sheriff Larry Colston hit the ground running -- when he took office last month. The Camden native brought 30-plus years of law enforcement experience to the job…
MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUGSHOTS 10/16/25- 10/31/25
Check out the Montgomery County Mugshots from 10/16/25- 10/31/25. All are innocent until proven guilty.
Montgomery County Sheriff's Office warns of scam
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office has issued a warning of a scam that may be spreading in our area.
Human Skull Found in Pine Hill Identified
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A human skull found in a wooded area in Pine Hill back in February has now been identified. Police Chief Nikisha Gailes says…
Gov. Kay Ivey Issues Statewide Stay-at-home Order
In a news conference from the Alabama Capitol that was aired live on Alabama News Network on Friday afternoon, Gov. Kay Ivey issued a statewide stay-at-home order. The order takes…
