Budget Shortfall Leads to Paycuts for County Workers in Perry Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- County workers in Perry County will be seeing less in their pay checks -- and more time at home.
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Belly Fat Increases Risk for Hypertension
People with belly fat are at greater risk of developing hypertension than people who have their fat concentrated in other parts of their bodies.
Healthy Food Brain Training a Possibility
Researchers in Boston say it may be possible to train your brain to prefer healthy foods.
Low-Carb Diet Better Than Low-Fat Diet
A low-carb diet is better than a low-fat diet for weight loss according to a new study in the Annals of Internal medicine.
Youth Programs Put On Kickball Tournament to Get Kids Off Street
CBS 8 and ABC Montgomery are taking action against crime and having fun while doing it.
Worlds Largest Peanut Boil
The Crenshaw County Alcazar Shriners spent all weekend boiling peanuts for travelers passing through highway 331.
Brantley Police Eye Beach Traffic
Brantley Police barely covers a 5 mile radius. But in that small distance they're stopping dozens of travelers who are taking highway 331 back home. And if you're not obeying the law you could get a ticket.
Labor Day Means Big Business On Lake Martin
Labor Day usually signals the end of the summer season. That means it's time for one last weekend at the lake, which is a big help for business.
Obese Children at High Risk for Hypertension
Obese kids are at nearly six times higher risk for hypertension than children who are normal weight.
Wine & Exercise Can Protect from Heart Disease
A study from overseas reveals drinking wine protects people against cardiovascular disease, only if they exercise.
Tea Drinkers Healthier Than Coffee Drinkers
European researchers say tea drinkers are likely to be healthier than coffee drinkers and may even live longer.
Alabama Amendment Would Address Gun Ownership
A proposed change to the Alabama Constitution would make gun ownership a fundamental right in the state. The proposal also would subject any state gun-control measures to the toughest review by the courts. Rep. Mike Jones is the Andalusia Republican…
2 Killed, 2 Wounded in Gun Battle Near Biker Club
Police say at least 40 rounds were fired during a gun battle outside a Birmingham motorcycle club that killed two people and wounded two others. Authorities say the shooting happened shortly after 10 p.m. Sunday outside Showstoppers Motorcycle Club on…
Alabama Hosts Moon Pie-Eating Contest
Close to 400 Moon Pies are ready for Alabama's largest Moon Pie-eating contest. The 23rd annual event will be held Monday afternoon at Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park. The Tuscaloosa News reports the 60 contestants must try to eat as…
Firefighters in Autauga Getting New Breathing Equipment
Volunteer firefighters in Autauga County will receive money for new breathing equipment. The Autauga County Firefighters Association has received a grant for more than $614,000 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The award does not include the Prattville fire department.…
Veteran Gives American Flag a Voice
His name is Bill Stewart and he's changing the way we look at the American flag by giving it a voice--literally.
Chapeau Hat Luncheon Honors Local Women
Six local female leaders were honored at a Montgomery luncheon.
Montgomery Fire Officials Investigating Sunday Fire
The Montgomery Fire Department is investigating a Sunday afternoon fire.
Montgomery Co. Sheriff's Office Makes Arrest in Weekend Murder
A Montgomery County woman is dead and a man behind bars after a Saturday night shooting.
Montgomery Nail Salon Gives Away Car
We all know nail salons can give you a day of pampering, but what about a new car?
Habitat for Humanity Builds Home for Montgomery Family
A local family is still celebrating after getting the keys to their new home on Saturday.
Three Arrested in Selma Shootings
Three people are under arrest in Selma for allegedly firing guns while driving.
Fans Embrace Toomer's Corner Redesign
Auburns first home game was also the first time many fans saw the newly complete Toomer's corner.
Sims Starts, Alabama Beats WVU, 33-23
Blake Sims was good enough in his first start at quarterback for Alabama as the second-ranked Crimson Tide held off West Virginia 33-23.
Montgomery Police Investigating Two Overnight Homicides
Montgomery Police are investigating two separate homicides.
