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Elmore County seeking applicants to open charter school
The Elmore County school board is seeking proposals to open a charter school in the 2027-2028 school year.
Montgomery Area Business Committee for the Arts closing after 46 years
The Montgomery Area Business Committee for the Arts says it will close its doors at the end of the year.
What The Tech App of the Day: Flight Tracker
Anyone who has ever shown up at an airport ready to go, only to find out they will be waiting for hours, knows the frustration. That is where an app called Flight Tracker can make travel a little less stressful.
Pike Road Arts and Crafts Fair Draws Hundreds for 59th Year
Hundreds of visitors came out to shop and enjoy the crisp fall weather while browsing more than 180 booths filled with handmade art, unique clothing, and other items.
Montgomery Baker Opens Pantry to Help Families Affected by SNAP Cutoff
A local baker has transformed part of her business into an in-home pantry to help feed people in the River Region affected by the loss of SNAP benefits.
Man recovering after shooting in Montgomery
A man is recovering after being shot in Montgomery early this morning.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Second victim dies in Montgomery shooting
Montgomery police have confirmed that the second person involved in a shooting on Halloween night has died.
State holding surplus property auction
Thousands of items, including a semi-truck, forklifts, four-wheelers, office equipment, tools and cookware, are up for bids in the latest online state surplus property auction.
Troy Bakery featured on Food Network's Holiday Baking Championship
A Troy resident is gearing up to be the first Alabamian to compete to be champion in The Food Network's Holiday Baking Championship.
Kiwanis Club of Pike Road to sell ornaments benefitting high school seniors
This year's ornament features Pinkston's Grocery which used to be located at the corner of Vaughn and Pike roads where CVS sits now.
Montgomery Regional Airport to add flights to Houston
The Montgomery Regional Airport has announced that it will add flights to Houston starting in April.
Judges order the Trump administration to use contingency funds for SNAP payments during the shutdown
Two federal judges ruled nearly simultaneously on Friday that President Donald Trump’s administration must continue to fund SNAP.
Two Montgomery men convicted of federal sex trafficking
Two Montgomery men have been convicted in federal court of sex trafficking several women and girls.
ABC 32, other properties removed from YouTube TV in carriage dispute with Disney
We have a programming note involving ABC 32. If you subscribe to YouTube TV, you will notice that the station has been temporarily dropped from the channel lineup.
Where to find food in West Alabama as SNAP benefits end due to government shutdown
The stalemate in Washington and ongoing government shutdown is raising concerns for people who depend on federal food assistance to feed their families.
What's Happening: October 31-November 2
As you'd expect, there are plenty of Halloween events throughout the area. But if the holiday's not your thing, there are plenty of other activities!
No tricks, just treats for children from the Montgomery Biscuits
The Montgomery Biscuits gave children an early start to their Halloween fun by hosting the 8th Annual Ballpark Trick or Treat at Riverwalk Stadium.
Registered sex offender faces new charges in Lowndes County
A registered sex offender has been arrested on multiple sex charges in Lowndes County, the sheriff's office says.
Ribbon cut on new community center, named in memory of Montgomery City Council member's daughter
The ribbon has been cut on a new $2.5 million community center in Montgomery, which is named in memory of a Montgomery City Council member's daughter.
What The Tech: Where you can find better deals this holiday season
Some manufacturers are choosing to absorb part of that cost themselves or offer bundles and gift cards rather than raising prices.
Town of Pike Road to honor veterans this weekend
The 14th Annual Veterans Appreciation Ceremony will take place on Sunday, November 2 at the Pike Road Veterans Memorial.
U.S. Senate adjourns for the week without ending the federal government shutdown
The U.S. Senate has adjourned without approving legislation to end the federal government shutdown and isn't scheduled to meet again until Monday.
Pike Road Arts & Crafts Fair returns after one year hiatus
The 59th Annual Pike Road Arts & Crafts Fair is set to take place on Saturday, November 1 at the Historic Marks House in Old Carter Hill Road.
WSFA news director dies after cancer battle
All of us at Action 8 are remembering the life of a fellow Montgomery journalist, community leader and fierce competitor. Desmond Wingard, the news director at WSFA Channel 12, has died after a battle with cancer.
