What's Happening: December 16-18
There are plenty of events happening across the River Region to help you celebrate Christmas!
News
Montgomery Hosts Annual Flatwood Christmas Lunch after Tornado Damages their Community Center
The Montgomery County Parks and Recreation Department hosted the Flatwood Community's Christmas lunch at the Sheridan Heights Community Center.
Montgomery Police Make Arrest in Traction Ave. Double Shooting
Montgomery Police have arrested a man in connection with a Wednesday double shooting that sent two people to the hospital with life threatening injuries.
U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby Prepares to Leave Office
U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby, who is retiring after being a shrewd force in state and national politics for more than four decades, is stressing the importance of bipartisanship as he prepares to leave office.
UPDATE: Man Sentenced in Death of "Voice of the Auburn Tigers" Back in Lee Co. Jail
Johnston Taylor is back in the Lee County Jail, accused of a parole violation. He is the man who was sentenced last year for the deaths of Auburn announcer Rod Bramblett and his wife.
Two People Injured in Montgomery Shooting
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that left two people injured.
UPDATE: Toxicology Report Released on Selma High School Student Who Died
The toxicology report has been released on a Selma High School student who died after an incident at school last month.
Montgomery Native Stephen "tWitch" Boss, National TV DJ, Dies at 40
Montgomery native Stephen Boss, better known to fans as "tWitch," has died at 40.
Montgomery Co. School Board Selects New President, Vice President
Members of the Montgomery County school board have chosen a new president and vice president.
UPDATE: Two Women Convicted after Feeding Stray Cats in Wetumpka
Two women have been convicted of misdemeanor crimes in Wetumpka because of their efforts to feed and trap stray cats.
Annual HBCU Pigskin Showdown this Weekend at MMI
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The 2nd annual HBCU Pigskin Showdown is coming up this weekend in Marion. The post season all-star game features some of the best football players from Historically Black Colleges…
Pay It Forward: LaToyia Tolbert of Selma
With a natural love for children, LaToyia Tolbert took her own money to form a youth group.
Civil Rights Pioneer John Lewis to be Honored with Postage Stamp
The life of civil rights giant and Congressman John Lewis will be honored with a postage stamp in 2023, the U.S. Postal Service announced Tuesday.
One Person Injured in Alexander City Plane Crash
One person has been hurt after a small plane crashed in Alexander City.
How To Keep Your Family Safe During Severe Weather
As severe weather makes it's way to the river region we want to help you stay safe.
Groundbreaking Ceremony at Historic Cleveland Ave YMCA for Multi-Purpose Fields
The new development will give children in the community opportunities to participate in youth sports and family activities at the YMCA.
Two Selma women charged with theft of property in Auburn
Rand and Hall were transported to the Lee County Jail and held on a $4,500 bond each.
UPDATE: Suspicious letter contained cellulose powder, deemed harmless
Several agencies responded to the Criminal Justice Division on Ripley Street.
Autaugaville Coaching Legend Calvin Hunter Dies at 74
People in Autaugaville are mourning the death of legendary high school coach Calvin Hunter, who has died at the age of 74.
Governor's 2022 Candlelight Tours Begin
Governor Ivey opened the Governor's Mansion for candlelight tours today.
Gov. Kay Ivey Bans TikTok from State Devices, Computer Network
Gov. Kay Ivey has sent a memo to all state agency heads to announce she has banned the use of TikTok on state devices and the state network.
Student Wins Essay Contest, Donates Prize Money to Flatwood Tornado Relief
A Montgomery area third-grade student won an essay contest writing about leadership, then showed his own leadership by donating his prize money to tornado victims.
Selma Salvation Army Needs More Bell Ringers
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Christmas holiday season -- is the busiest time of year for the Salvation Army in Selma. And it's reaching out to the public -- for more volunteers to…
USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack Visits Macon County to Announce New Projects
Tom Vilsack, the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, was in Macon County on Monday to announce another $325 million for agricultural projects intended to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Gov. Kay Ivey Wants State to Have More Time to Carry out Executions
Gov. Kay Ivey on Monday said she wants to give the state additional time to carry out an execution after a series of failed lethal injections.
