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ADT's "Stars on the Riverfront" Rehearse for Big Weekend

Local dance students are hard at work along the riverfront rehearsing a wide range of dance from classical to contemporary.

New Supermarket Coming to Thomaston in Marengo Co.

From the West Alabama Newsroom-- People who live in the small Marengo County town of Thomaston will soon be able to do their grocery shopping a lot closer to home.

Phylicia Rashad Delivers Tuskegee University Commencement Address

It's a day every one of these students has looked forward to for years, the chance to walk across the stage and accept a diploma from Tuskegee University. The day was even more special with the addition of TV's Phylicia Rashad.

Helicity Montgomery, Sanctuary Church Rebuilding After Burglary

A popular Montgomery venue needs your help.

Alabama Lawmaker Arrested for Shooting Ex-Wife's Tires

A state representative admits he shot out the tires on his ex-wife's car, but says he plans to plead not guilty to domestic violence charges.

Seven Students Graduate Hope Inspired Ministries Program

Seven students graduated from Hope Inspired Ministries Thursday night.

Meet the New CHHS Principal

It's almost time for students to head back to school.

Training Held for an Active Shooter Crisis in Butler County Schools

Law enforcement officers in Butler County are training themselves on what they should do if there were ever an active shooter situation in a school.

Montgomery Mayoral Candidates Participate in Domestic Violence Forum

The Montgomery County Task for on Domestic Violence held a forum Thursday night for the five Montgomery mayoral candidates.

Back to School Events and School Supplies Giveaways in Dallas Co.

From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Students in Selma and Dallas County are getting ready to head back-to-school -- and several area groups are helping to make sure students are ready.

David Nash Convicted a Second Time in Death of Well-Known Animal Trapper

Once again a jury has found former physician David Nash guilty in the death of a local well-known animal trapper Ralph McNeill.

New Business Coming to Perry Hill Road, Atlanta Highway

It's been an eyesore for almost five years. But now, one part of Montgomery is getting new life.

Crime in Montgomery; Perception vs. Reality

Crime seems to be the hot topic among Montgomery mayoral candidates this election period.

Superintendent Margaret Allen Prepares for New School Year in Montgomery

It's almost time to go back to school in Montgomery.

David Nash Convicted of Felony Murder

A jury has found former Montgomery doctor, David Nash, guilty‬ of felony murder. Nash was convicted in 2013 of a murder-for-hire scheme to kill Skip "The Critterman" McNeill.

Former Prattville Police Officer Indicted on Several Charges

A former Prattville police officer has been indicted on several charges.

Behind the Scenes of "The Little Mermaid"

Taking audiences "under the sea" is a huge undertaking and the Alabama Shakespeare Festival is up to the challenge this summer.

Wilcox Co. DA Hosts Gang Training Seminar in Camden

From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Law enforcement officers from agencies across West Alabama were in Camden Wednesday getting some valuable training on how to identify and deal with gangs.

Gov. Bentley Releases Tax and Budget Plan for Special Session

Gov. Robert Bentley has released his tax and budget proposals ahead of next week's special session on a budget shortfall.

3 MPD Officers Placed on Leave, One Arrested in Domestic Dispute

Three Montgomery Police officers are on paid administrative leave following a domestic dispute.

More Plans to Improve Troy's Municipal Airport

The Troy airport's received more than a million dollars in improvements and repairs in the past decade. The majority of the bill's been covered through federal airport improvement rant money.