Lawmakers React to State of the State, Governor's Stance on Medicaid
Governor Robert Bentley gave his annual State of the State address. The governor took a lot of time to talk about how he thinks Medicaid and Obamacare are hurting Alabama.
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Mixed Reaction to Allen being Named Montgomery Public Schools Supt.
Montgomery Public School Board voted unanimously Tuesday to accept interim superintendent Margaret Allen as the permanent superintendent.
Nearly $27,000 Meth Lab Bust in Covington Co.
An Investigation into out of state burglary charges lead authorities in Covington County to make a major meth lab bust.
New Legislative Session Officially Kicks Off
Lawmakers from across the state returned to the capital city today to kick off the 2014 legislative session.
Judge: No Cut in Restitution in AU Tree-Poisoning Case
A Lee County judge is refusing to reduce restitution payments for the University of Alabama fan who pleaded guilty to poisoning Auburn University's oak trees at Toomer's Corner.
3rd Annual Religious Arts Festival
Join First United Methodist Church for the 3rd Annual Religious Arts Festival! Thursday February 6 from 10-12 pm Tour of St. Peter‘s Catholic Church and St. John‘s Episcopal Church then have lunch at the Young House. Friday February 7 at…
LEARN TO SQUARE DANCE WITH THE BEAUX AND BELLES
LEARN TO SQUARE DANCE WITH THE BEAUX AND BELLES You don‘t need to know anything about dancing to come! FREE Open House to learn about square dancing Tuesday, January 14, 7:30-9:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 21, 7:30-9:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 28,…
Sunday in Selma featuring Jase Robertson of A&E's Duck Dynasty
Praise and worship service with Jase Roberts of A&E's Duck Dynasty as guest speaker. He will be speaking on faith and family. Local Christian bands and worship teams will be in attendance. Concessions available. Love offering given to save a…
Man Accused in "Critterman" Murder Plot to Get New Trial
A man convicted of the murder of Ralph McNeil, also known as "Skip the Critterman" will get a new trial.
ASU Bars New President from Campus Cohabitation
An Alabama university is barring its new president from living with any romantic interest in the campus home provided her as long as she remains unmarried.
Superintendent: Alabama Graduation Rate Hits Record
Alabama's state school superintendent says the graduation rate for the Class of 2013 rose to a record 80 percent.
Reality Shows Lead to A Reduction in Teen Pregnancy
Two reality shows about teen moms may have actually led to a reduction in teen pregnancy.
Probiotics Can Help Prevent Gastrointestinal Oroblems in Infants
Researchers in Italy say feeding probiotics to infants three months old and younger could help prevent gastrointestinal problems including colic and acid reflux.
Survey: Americans With Kids are Happier
A Princeton study finds people with kids at home are a little more satisfied with life than Americans who do not have children living with them.
Two Charged With Animal Cruelty in Dog Hanging Case
Prosecutors in central Alabama say two people accused of hanging a puppy at a house in Valley Grande have been charged with animal cruelty.
Two Common Bills That Never Get Passed
The legislative session starts tomorrow and two hot topics are expected to make their way to the State House...again -- A bill to start a lottery and one to drop the state sales tax on groceries.
Selma Murder Suspects Make First Appearance in Court
From the West Alabama newsroom-- Two Selma men suspected of capital murder make a first appearance in court Monday.
Alabama's Courts Could Face Cuts, Layoffs
With lawmakers returning to the state house tomorrow, it's time to talk budgets. And Chief Justice Roy Moore, who's the head of Alabama's court system, says he needs more to work with.
Greenville Expecting Over 200 Jobs In 2014
A company that's coming to Greenville could be hiring more people than first thought.
Two Alabama Hunters Killed in Accidental Shootings
Authorities say hunting accidents claimed the lives of two men in Alabama over the weekend.
TedxRiverRegion
In the spirit of TED and "Ideas Worth Spreading" TEDxRiverRegion has brought together a diverse group of speakers who have done amazing things in the world of "alternative talent development" and are working to make the River Region a better…
Pike Piddlers Storytelling Festival
Pike Piddlers Storytelling Festival will be held Friday January 24 and Saturday, January 25. Festival begins on Friday night, January 24, with supper and stories at the We Piddle Around Theater in Brundidge and continues with three storytelling concerts on…
New Legislative Session Begins Tuesday
The new legislative session begins this week. The session will include possible changes to the state tax code and Medicaid and a proposal to create a state lottery.
Alabama Senator Pushes Law Requiring Drug Testing for Welfare Recipients
An Alabama senator says he will push legislation requiring drug testing of some welfare applicants even though a similar law has been struck down in Florida.
