What's Happening: October 20-23
There’s a lot happening in our area from October 20-23 involving ghosts, pumpkins and dinosaurs. Oh my!
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What the Tech? How to Use AirTags for Halloween
Use AirTags to track your children when they're out trick-or-treating. It's easy to do.
CrimeStoppers: Andalusia police investigating shooting that left one man dead
Officers responded to a call around 9:15 p.m. at the Foxwood Village apartment complex in the 1000 block of Foxwood Drive.Â
Blank Slate Monument on Display in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Wi-fi enabled interactive sculpture is now on display in downtown Selma. The Blank Slate Monument allows people to become a part of the exhibit. It uses Wi-fi technology…
Fire in downtown Enterprise Sunday ruled accidental
Enterprise Fire Chief Chris Davis said Thursday that the investigators believe the fire started near the kiln in the All About Art building.Â
Man found guilty in 2020 fatal shooting at Montgomery nightclub
Jeffrey Sanders was found guilty in the shooting death of Brandon Zeigler in January 2020.
Sunshine, Rain-Free, And Warmer Through The Weekend
Thursday looks warmer than Tuesday or Wednesday, with highs in the mid to upper 60s. The sky remains sunny with a few passing high clouds. Thursday night looks clear and cold with lows in the mid to upper 30s.
CrimeStoppers: Reward offered for suspect's identity in September homicide
Police say the fatal shooting happened on Labor Day just before 11 p.m. in the 500 block of Centennial Way.
Officials Give Montgomery Whitewater Update
The target date for the grand opening of Montgomery Whitewater is Memorial Day 2023.
Montgomery Regional Airport postpones inaugural MGM Runway 5K
The decision was due to the ongoing construction at the airport.
New Booker T. Washington Performing Arts School Campus
Four years after the fire that devastated Booker T Washington Performing Arts School-- a new location is nearly ready to receive faculty and students.
Lowndes County Voters Talk Bingo Facility Shut Down
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Circuit courts in Lowndes and Macon counties -- now have less than two weeks to put a stop to electronic bingo in their counties. The Alabama Supreme Court ruled…
Montgomery principal surprised with $25,000 Milken Educator Award
Dr. Bryan Cutter was one of 40 recipients nationwide to be recognized for excellence in education and outstanding leadership.
Montgomery man killed in accident on I-85 Wednesday
First responders received a call just after midnight Wednesday in regards to a single-vehicle accident on I-85 S near Eastern Blvd.
MPD: Suspect arrested and charged in August homicide
The shooting happened in the 300 block of Shelley Lane on August 31.
Tuskegee University receives nearly $8 million grant towards new cancer research facility
Construction is expected to begin in Summer of 2023 and will be completed by Spring of 2025.
Pike Road Schools' first State of the Schools Address 2022
Pike Road Schools held its first State of the Schools address for the year to discuss the schools' standing.
Delivery Driver Picks Up Drug Charge in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Fed-Ex driver picks up a drug charge -- while delivering packages in Dallas County. Twenty-nine year old Nidedra Means was pulled over for speeding in Valley Grande. And as the deputy approached the vehicle…
Pay It Forward: Tametria Dantzler of Montgomery
Tametria Dantzler knows first hand the needs of families who are raising children with autism, and she is making a difference in lives across the River Region.
Possible home invasion prompts large police presence in Lowndes County
Deputies were called to the 2400 block of Brinson Place in Lowndesboro just after 7 a.m.
WATCH: Manna Beverages & Ventures to build new facility in Montgomery
The first bottles are expected to come off the line in 2025.
Dallas Co. Schools Spotlight Alabama Literacy Law
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- School officials in Dallas County are working hard to inform parents about the Alabama Literacy Act -- and make them aware of the law's impact. "It's very important for…
Holtville Slapout Volunteer Fire Department hosts Community Family Fun
The Holtville Slapout Volunteer Fire Department hosts community family fun each Tuesday in October and you're invited!
CASA of Montgomery County gets ready for its annual Superhero Run downtown
The second annual Superhero 5K will be held on November 5.
What the Tech? App of the Day: NSOPW
Parents wanting to know more about people living in neighborhoods where kids will be trick-or-treating can now use a smartphone app to map where convicted sex offenders live.
