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Groups Offer Help with Sewer Problems in Lowndes Co.

Sewage problems in Lowndes County have been well-documented in recent years. Now, there's an effort underway to address the problem -- one house at a time.

MPS Announces Top 5 Finalists Vying to Become the Next Superintendent

The new superintendent will replace Dr. Ann Roy Moore, who is retiring at the end of the school year after holding the position since 2018.

Pay It Forward: Jasmine Kennedy of Camden

Jasmine Kennedy graduated from Alabama State University in 2016 and came back to her home in Wilcox County to give back. As Executive Director of the Wilcox Area Chamber of Commerce,…

Kiwanis Club of Montgomery Held 2022 Annual Grant Awards

The Montgomery Kiwanis Club presented grants for more than two dozen charities.

MMFA Seek Community Involvement for 'Got the Power: Boomboxes' Sculpture

New York artist, Bayete Ross Smith, is constructing a boombox sculpture called "Got the Power: Boomboxes" that will be displayed in the MMFA garden.

What the Tech? Why You Should Update Your Windows PC Immediately

If you have a Windows PC, you should read this story and immediately check to see if your computer has the latest security updates.

Mercedes Opens Battery Plant in Bibb County, Adding Up to 600 Jobs

Mercedes-Benz has opened a new electric vehicle battery factory in Bibb County that will create up to 600 new jobs.

White House: Biden Will Go to Europe for Ukraine Talks

President Joe Biden will travel to Europe next week for face-to-face talks with European leaders about the Russian invasion of Ukraine, White House press secretary Jen Psaki has announced.

Macon County Commissioner Mike Berry Dies

Macon County Commissioner Robert "Mike" Berry has died. He was 64 years old.

Candace Owens Announced as Faulkner University's 2022 Benefit Dinner Speaker

Faulkner University has announced that conservative author, host and activist Candace Owens will be the speaker at the university's annual benefit dinner.

7-Year-Old Girl Dies in Mobile Home Fire in Lee County

A 7-year-old girl has died after a mobile home caught fire in Lee County.

Town of Pike Road Honors Local 7-Year-Old Hero

Pike Road Mayor Gordon Stone presented 7-year-old Egypt Henry with a proclamation at the city council meeting, honoring her for her bravery and quick response in dialing 9-1-1 to save her mother who had collapsed in front of her.

Two Sheriffs React to New Conceal Carry Gun Law

From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Law enforcement officials in West Alabama say the new concealed carry gun law -- is going to make people in the state less safe. The law eliminates the background…

Lanier High School Collecting Toiletry Donations for Ukraine, This week

This week, Sidney Lanier High School will be participating in their Social Justice Week, where in that they will be collecting toiletries to send to Ukraine. "Its happening to them today it could…

SLE Rodeo Offers Several Days of Events

The Southeastern Livestock Exhibition Rodeo is March 18-20 at Garrett Coliseum. There are many days worth of events beyond the rodeo performances.

Women In Training Hosts Inaugural Mother Daughter Brunch

The organization known as Women In Training held their inaugural mother daughter fundraising brunch earlier today in the capital city club ballroom downtown. The brunch was an all white affair and it was an opportunity for members and sponsors to come together and celebrate all of the accomplishments of the organization thus far.