2016 is here... And a new President will be elected before it ends. Alabama voters will get their first chance at voting March 1st. While the state will join Texas and Georgia along with a long list of other states…
[gtxvideo vid="0vzmJWYm" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/0vzmJWYm-120.jpg?cachebust=1451942800131" vtitle="Cotton Bowl"] From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Alabama's blowout victory over Michigan State Thursday at the Cotton Bowl has Tide fans fired up and eyeing another national title. Alabama was the only team from last…
Community members came together in the historic Shiloh Baptist Church, founded just a few years after Abraham Lincoln signed the emancipation proclamation. Attendees proudly sang The Battle Hymn of the Republic, recalling the days that began the path to the…
[gtxvideo vid="wVAXa5Kl" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/wVAXa5Kl-120.jpg?cachebust=1451942841623" vtitle="Donwtown Festive"] 2015 ended with a bang in downtown Montgomery. Alabama News Network was one of the sponsors for the celebration at the Commerce Street entertainment district. Thousands of people filled the streets, listening to…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Making resolutions is one of the popular traditions people observe at the start of a new year. It's a time when people look towards the future and set goals for improving themselves -- and their…
[gtxvideo vid="CsrpMVzQ" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/CsrpMVzQ-120.jpg" vtitle="CADETCOMPETITION"] These cadets have been working for years to march in the halls of Maxwell Air Force Base's Air University. It's part of a competition showcasing skills they use throughout the year. "We've redesigned the…
[gtxvideo vid="NoPxMd8N" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/NoPxMd8N-120.jpg?cachebust=1451942566249" vtitle="Bullock Co. Flag"] It may not be a big deal to some, as to where the American Flag at the Bullock County Courthouse is located, but it is to Bullock County Commissioner Alonzo Ellis.…
Here is the latest list of road closings from the Elmore County Emergency Management Agency, as of Thursday afternoon, Dec. 31, 2015: Elmore/Montgomery County - Emerald Mountain Toll Bridge is closed due to flooding of Dozier Road in Montgomery…
[gtxvideo vid="AsQXwyCS" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/AsQXwyCS-120.jpg" vtitle="SAL BHAMBowl"] The Auburn Tigers played the Memphis Tigers in this year's Birmingham Bowl. Fans across the state were excited to see their team make it to a bowl game, considering the season record was…
[gtxvideo vid="8ApAYXhL" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/8ApAYXhL-120.jpg" vtitle="faithmatters"] An Alabama non-profit is using flight to get people in dire need to cancer and other medical treatments across the country. In Monroeville, Alabama Pilots for Christ takes off with a greater purpose.…
[gtxvideo vid="GLrjm785" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/GLrjm785-120.jpg" vtitle="wareaglesupperclub"] Every college town has that one iconic bar. In Auburn, that's been the War Eagle Supper Club. And as we countdown the end of 2015- so to will be the finale of a…
State emergency officials are urging everyone to stay vigilant and prepared to evacuate low areas if needed. "Our local governments and our local EMA's have been working around the clock for days," says Director of Alabama's Emergency Management Agency, Art…
The Montgomery Zoo has announced the death of the zoo's 12 and-a-half year old, male Reticulated giraffe, Willie. Zoo officials say he died yesterday morning. Willie had been a resident of the Montgomery Zoo for 10 years. Zoo officials say…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma city leaders want residents to kick off the New Year in the city's entertainment district. Everyone in Selma and Dallas County is being invited to ring in 20-16 at the inaugural New Year's Eve…
In March, Selma and Montgomery were in the national spotlight as the the 50th anniversary of Bloody Sunday and the Selma to Montgomery March drew large crowds to the region. Even President Obama made a special appearance. "Their faith was…
[gtxvideo vid="WvpT60xn" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/WvpT60xn-120.jpg" vtitle="Selma flooding update.m4v"] From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Flood water from the swollen Alabama River in Selma have already swallowed up buildings and shut down several roads -- and with another round of rain in…
The wet weather is causing problems for some drivers. One of the of Prattville's busiest roads will have to be fixed because of a rutted out culvert. Drivers are turning around one by one on McQueen Smith Road, and it's all…
The city of Montgomery has released an updated list of road closings due to flooding. Here are the roads that remain closed as of late Monday afternoon: 400 block Japonica Street 3535 Norman Bridge Road Stuart Street and East Fairview…
[gtxvideo vid="IWd10n49" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/IWd10n49-120.jpg" vtitle="Dozier Road.m4v"] The heavy rainfall has caused damage to a number of roads, making it difficult for drivers trying to get home. Crews are working around the clock on Dozier Road in Montgomery County. The road was…
The Elmore County Emergency Management Agency has released an updated list of road closings as of noon Monday. Those closings include: Wetumpka:…
Another Sunday at the Vine Church and like most, they're already looking forward to the new year with a list of prayers. "The troops...Last couple weeks ago we lost the most we've lost in three years, their families, as well as…
[gtxvideo vid="ljOGEfA6" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ljOGEfA6-120.jpg" vtitle="Sinkhole reaction.m4v"] Heavy rains and thunderstorms put a damper on Christmas for many, leaving several roads closed in surrounding counties from flooding or either forming a sink hole in Bullock County. "Its the first time…
[gtxvideo vid="naiIUHop" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/naiIUHop-120.jpg" vtitle="Stay Health.m4v"] From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Healthy choices are often pushed aside during the holiday season -- but there are some people who manage to stay on track. The holiday season provides plenty…
[gtxvideo vid="ZyYKylrK" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/ZyYKylrK-120.jpg" vtitle="Santa Claus on Talkback"] Christmas Day is almost here! Santa Claus took time out of his busy schedule to appear on Alabama News Network. Area children were able to visit with Santa and tell him…
[gtxvideo vid="9ss0aXRC" playlist="" pid="2gxTqEDg" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/9ss0aXRC-120.jpg" vtitle="Food safety.m4v"] With Christmas quickly approaching people across the country will spend time on the stove or the grill cooking for family members, and firefighters say they want to make sure you stay safe when…
