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Obese mothers are more likely to have children with metabolic disorders like diabetes.
A new study suggests vitamin-D supplements have little impact on your health.
Walter Byars, who served as the chief legal counsel for the city of Montgomery has died...
The Montgomery Police Department is advising motorists in the city to never leave their vehicles running and unattended.
A north Alabama woman with a successful career in farming is the newest member of the Alabama Ethics Commission.
Art Splash featuring works in progress by some of the River Region's Most gifted artists will be held on Thursday, Feb. 27 from 6:30-9:30 pm at Montgomery Multiplex at Historic Cramton Bowl, 220 Hall Street (West Side Entrance). This event…
The Second Saturday Fireworks Cruise will continue this year on Second Saturdays from April thru September. The boat will board at 8:00 pm and cruising from 8:30 pm to 10:30 pm. Ticket Prices are $25/adult and $15/child. There will be…
The Auburn Tigers and the Alabama Crimson Tide softball teams will play each other for a "One & Only Game" in the Capital City! The game will take place on Wednesday, April 16 at 6:30 pm on Field 6 at…
There will be a Patsy Cline Tribute Cruise to be held every Saturday in March. The boat will board at 4:30 pm and cruises from 5-7 pm. Ticket prices are $30/adults and $20/child. Includes Live entertainment. A cash bar and…
Love on the Harriott II on Thurs. - Saturday, Feb. 13-15. Boarding begins at 6:30 pm and the boat will cruise from 7-9 pm. Tickets are $155 per couple. A full meal is included, three roses and Champagne with a…
The First Congregational Christian Church, UCC Laymen's Fellowship cordially invites you to join us as we celebrate Black History Month. This year's them is Civil Rights in American with Special Guest Kevin T. Smith. Featuring uplifting music by special musical…
A potential propane gas shortage linked to recent severe winter weather has prompted Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley to declare a state of emergency.
A north Alabama woman with a successful career in farming is the newest member of the Alabama Ethics Commission.
Attorneys say David Johnson the third voluntarily turned himself in to Selma police yesterday.
The two candidates in the runoff for the House District 31 seat met to debate one last time before next week's election. The seat was left vacant after Barry Mask left office early to take another job.
Montgomery fire fighters run through training exercises, practicing the fundamentals of fire fighting. The past few days have kept their skills in high demand.
An exclusive story tonight from Elmore County -- authorities are searching for a man who broke into an Elmore County high school -- and they need your help to identify the burglar in surveilance video that you'll only see here.
Next Wednesday marks one year since Jimmy Lee Dykes stormed Charles Poland Junior's bus-killing Poland, grabbing a young child and holding him hostage in a Dale County bunker for nearly a week.
Lawmakers are still worried about elected officials leaving to take high paying lobbying jobs. There's a bill to keep that from happening this year, but it's taking time to get all the details worked out.
An unusual burglary in Andalusia leaves police looking for a thief.
What some Opp community members call a landmark is being taken down.
Two Andalusia City Schools are getting a facelift, and construction timelines could be affected by the recent rain and cold.
Parents of a slain Auburn University student say they've filed an official claim against the school.
The YMCA VALENTINE‘S 5K DASH-Benefiting Partners With Youth will be held Saturday, Feb. 15 beginning at 8:00 AM. This is a great opportunity to get some exercise while supporting a great cause. All proceeds from this event support the Partners…