City of Wetumpka Plants Tree in Honor of 'Jelly Lady' on Arbor Day
This year, the planted tree was in honor of Wetumpka native Juanita Franklin Brand.
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Permitless Gun Bill Passes Legislature, Gov. Kay Ivey Signs It
Alabama will become the latest state to allow people to carry concealed handguns without first undergoing a background check and getting a state permit.
Hundreds of New Jobs Coming to Wetumpka
A California clothing maker has announced it will open a facility in Wetumpka, bringing 557 jobs to the city.
Auburn Grad & Former DEA Agent Releases New Novel
Scott Nickerson is a local author who recently returned to Alabama after spending more than a decade with the DEA in California. Nickerson recently joined David Lamb on Alabama News Rising to discuss…
Annual Montgomery Half Marathon Kicks Off Saturday
The annual Montgomery half marathon and 5k race will begin Saturday, March 12th at 7 am. The race is expected to resemble a pre-pandemic race with participants starting the race with a gun shot. In 2020 the race was one of the first large scale events in the city of Montgomery to be canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.Â
Lottery and Gaming Bills Advance in State House
Lottery and Gaming once again moving through the Alabama State House
Selma Tour of Historic Homes Returns with New Name
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A 46-year annual Selma tradition -- returns in a new way -- following a two-year COVID-related hiatus. After more than four and half decades -- the annual Historic Selma…
The Statewide High School Rodeo Starts March 11 in the City of Wetumpka
The High School Rodeo is coming to the City of Wetumpka and will have students from all across Alabama and the Florida Panhandle compete against each other.
UPDATE: CrimeStoppers Offers Reward in Woman's Stabbing Death
Central Alabama CrimeStoppers is now offering a $1,000 reward to help solve the stabbing death of a woman in Dallas County.
Tornado Storm Damage Reported in Barbour County
The National Weather Service reports tornado damage in Barbour County from the storms that passed through Central and South Alabama overnight.
Faulkner University Announces New President
Faulkner University has announced its new president.
Man Faces Arson Charge in Montgomery
The Montgomery Fire/Rescue Department says a man has been charged with arson in the second degree.
State Rep. David Wheeler Dies
Alabama State Rep. David Wheeler (R-Vestavia Hills) has died at the age of 72.
Man Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries in Montgomery Shooting
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that's left a man with life-threatening injuries.
7-Year-Old Girl in Pike Road Calls 911 and Saves Mother's Life
Pike Road resident Egypt Henry is more than brave. She's a hero.
Woman Found Stabbed to Death in Dallas County
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A murder investigation is underway in Dallas County -- after a woman is found stabbed to death at Hidden Acres Mobile Home Park. Sheriff Mike Granthum says a family…
Two Men Dead, Woman Injured in Auburn Shooting
Auburn police are investigating a shooting that left two men dead and a woman injured.
Pay It Forward: Jacqueline Hurt of Selma
Jacqueline Hurt is a registered nurse. She works long hours in the ER and at a nursing home.
Dalraida Church of Christ Ships Multiple Containers of Supplies to Ukraine Refugees
Thanks to the surrounding community, the church was able to collect family buckets and personal hygiene bags to send out to the Ukrainian refugees.
WATCH: Biden Bans Russian Oil, Warns of Higher Prices at U.S. Pumps
President Joe Biden has announced that the U.S. will ban all Russian oil imports, toughening the toll on Russia’s economy in retaliation for its invasion of Ukraine.
Best-Selling Author Imani Perry Joins David Lamb to Discuss New Book
In her new book, South to America: A Journey Below the Mason-Dixon to Understand the Soul of a Nation, best-selling author Imani Perry returned to her birthplace. Perry was born in Birmingham but…
Alexander City Residents Express Concern For High Utility Costs
Alexander City residents have seen what they say is an unusual increase in their utility costs. Some residents paying double even triple the amount of money they would pay in previous months. They are experiencing high costs in electricity, water, gas, but most of all sewage.
Crews use ladder to rescue passengers after zoo ride fails
Montgomery Fire/Rescue says an emergency release on the ride was broken.
UPDATE: Montgomery Police Identify Woman Killed in Hunter Loop Road Crash
Montgomery police have now identified the woman killed in a crash on Hunter Loop Road on Monday afternoon.
Falcons WR Ridley suspended for '22 for bets on NFL games
The NFL says the betting took place during a five-day period in late November 2021.
