Blackfinn Ameripub Hosts Pre-Opening Event For Charity
A new bar and grill is opening up next week in Montgomery, and local foodies had the chance for a sneak peek of the menu all for a good cause.
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iHeart Prom Giveaway Donates Prom Dresses to Local High Schoolers
Alabama News Network helped sponsor the annual "iHeart Prom River Region" Prom Dress Giveaway, giving teenage girls in the area a chance to pick out their prom dress from over 900 available dresses.
Hundreds Help Cleanup Historic Trail
We are just days away from the beginning of celebrations commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery march.
Local Ad Agency Holds "Createathon" for Local Non-Profits
A local advertising group has been working around the clock to help create ad campaigns for local non-profit agencies.
Selma Murder Suspect Gets Million Dollar Bond
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma Police make an arrest in the city's latest murder.
Wetumpka Mayor: Jobs, Tourism, Revitalization Causes City Expansion
The city of Wetumpka continues its efforts to try and expand. But do residents believe the city's vision is enough to keep people there permanently?
Governor Releases Tax Plan To Cover $700 Million Shortfall
Governor Robert Bentley has released his plan to raise taxes in Alabama. It's all to cover a 700 million dollar shortfall in the state's general fund budget.
Pike Co. Man Facing 10 Years in Prison Still Walks Free
A Pike County father will spend a decade in prison for sexually abusing his daughter. But more than 9 months after the sentencing, he is still a free man.
Troy University's Campus Kitchen Sees Added Support
About one third of children in the Pike County community live below the federal poverty line, that's according to leaders of a new Troy University initiative.
Bentley Seeks $541 Million in Taxes for State General Fund
Saying Alabama is in a budget crisis, Gov. Robert Bentley is asking legislators to approve $541 million tax increase.
Education Leaders Celebrate ACCESS, Virtual High School
Education and state leaders gathered in Troy Thursday talking about the state's distance learning program.
Celebrating Alabama/ China Trade Relations
Thursday night representatives from China and state and local officials came together to celebrate the relationship Alabama has with the country... Especially in the trade industry.
City of Selma Gets Ready to Showcase its Rich History
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Selma is getting ready to showcase its rich history to the world by commemorating two different events that happened a 100 years apart.
Public Safety Plans Unveiled For Selma To Montgomery March Anniversary
All eyes across the nation will be in Selma and Montgomery in less than two weeks for of the 50th anniversary of the voting rights march. And public safety officials are making plans to make sure the area is covered.
Hotels Booked for Selma to Montgomery March
If you're looking for a place to stay during the Selma to Montgomery March Anniversary, Montgomery might not be the place to stay anymore.
Max Credit Union Donates Selma to Montgomery March Painting
Today, the city of Montgomery received a present from a local bank and an artist.
Montgomery Holds Ticket Amnesty Day Next Month
The city is holding its annual amnesty program next month.
Parents Threaten to Sue Over Magnet School Changes
A group of Montgomery parents say they may sue the Montgomery County School Board over changes made to the magnet program. It's a story you'll see only here on Alabama News Network.
New Mayoral Candidate, New Issue
The race for mayor is getting even more crowded with state school board vice president Ella Bell officially announcing today. And other candidates are already diving into the issues.
Funeral Arrangements Made for this Saturday for Aiden Howard
Funeral arrangements have been annouced for the six-year-old boy who was killed when a man intentionally drove an SUV into a Montgomery apartment.
Ala County Wants to Fix Roads Using 2011 Tornado Grant
Cullman County wants to use money left over from the 2011 tornado disaster to repair roads.
Ala. Superintendent Exonerated of Child Endangerment Charges
A judge says the Lowndes County school superintendent followed proper procedure in investigating a 2012 sexual misconduct accusation against a school janitor.
Is Montgomery Prepared for a Snow Storm?
It was a cold, rainy Wednesday for Montgomery, but people we talked to say they would much rather see the rain than the snow that counties to our north are experiencing.
CrimeStoppers Needs Money to Continue Operations
Crimestoppers, the non-profit organization that financially rewards people for information that leads to the arrest of a suspect, is itself low on funds.
Finalists Named in Selma Superintendent Search
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Five finalists have been named in the search for the next superintendent of Selma City Schools.
