COVID-19 in Alabama: Hospital Statistics for Wednesday, Aug. 25
The Alabama Hospital Association has released statistics on the status of Alabama hospitals in treating people with COVID-19.
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The City of Wetumpka Kicks off Tim Burton Week by Celebrating the Director's Birthday
The City of Wetumpka started off a week of celebrations for a very special director who put the city in the spotlight back in 2003 with his popular film, "Big Fish." Wetumpka is celebrating Director Tim Burton in a week…
ADPH Warns Against Using Ivermectin to Self-Medicate Against COVID-19
The Alabama Department of Public Health is joining the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and other health agencies in warning people not to use the drug ivermectin to treat or prevent COVID-19.
Football Game Between Brantley and Luverne Cancelled Due to COVID-19
Crenshaw County Schools has announced that Friday's football game with Brantley playing at Luverne has been cancelled due to COVID-19.
Auburn University Asks Fans Not to Roll Toomer's Corner Oaks
Auburn University officials are asking fans to hold off for another year on rolling the Auburn Oaks and descendants along Samford Park.
Man Pleads Guilty to Involvement in Shooting That Killed 7-Year-Old Boy in West Alabama
A man has pleaded guilty in Hale County Circuit Court to being involved in a shooting that left a 7-year-old boy dead.
What the Tech? A Better Way to Save Your COVID-19 Vaccination Card on Your Phone
Many people are simply taking a photograph of their card but scanning the card may look more official to the person requesting vaccination proof.
Delta Air Lines to Make Unvaccinated Workers Pay Monthly Fee
Delta Air Lines won't force employees to get vaccinated, but it's going to make unvaccinated workers pay a $200 monthly charge.
Funeral Arrangements for State Rep. Thad McClammy of Montgomery
Funeral arrangements for State Rep. Thad McClammy (D-Montgomery) have been announced. McClammy died Saturday afternoon of natural causes at the age of 78.
Alabama Shakespeare Festival Renames Rehearsal Halls After Two Longtime Actors
Two longtime actors with the Alabama Shakespeare Festival are being honored in a big way. ASF announced on Wednesday that Rehearsal Hall A and Rehearsal Hall B will be renamed after Philip Pleasants…
President Biden Suggests Companies Require Employees To Be Vaccinated
As the FDA gave the Pfizer vaccine it's full and final approval, President Biden called on many who've waited to go get vaccinated. "The moment you’ve been waiting for is here, and it’s…
Montgomery Man in Custody for the Death of 18-Month-Old
The Montgomery Police Department is investigating the death of 18-month old Collier Wilkerson. On Monday, August 23 at 2:15 MPD was called to a Montgomery hospital regarding a report of a deceased child. It was determined by a forensic examination…
Alabama Poison Control Fields More Calls About Ivermectin
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — A poison control hotline in Alabama is fielding increased calls about possible ivermectin poisoning, an animal dewormer that doctors are warning people not to try as a home remedy for COVID-19. The Alabama Poison Information Center at Children’s…
Selma Enacts Mask Mandate
Mayor James Perkins says the number of COVID-19 cases are on the rise in the city and it's time to go on the offensive against the spread of the virus.
Former Chief Returns to Lead Marion Police Department
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Marion is getting a new police chief -- and it's an old familiar face. Former chief Tony Buford was appointed Monday -- to head up the…
Pay It Forward: Bessie Lucas of Millbrook
Our Pay It Forward honoree this week is Bessie Lucas from Millbrook. She is a frontline healthcare worker and has persevered through her own struggles to help others.
Help Us "Stuff The Truck" This Saturday!
Learning on empty, that's what about 50% percent of Alabama students would be doing if it weren't for the free or reduced lunch program. The number is even higher in Montgomery County at…
Shooting in Millbrook Leaves One Man Dead, Another in Critical Condition
Millbrook police are investigating a shooting that left one man dead and another in critical condition. Police are searching for a third person who is on the run.
Biden to Keep Aug. 31 Deadline to Get Out of Afghanistan
President Joe Biden says he will stick with his Aug. 31 deadline for finishing a U.S.-led evacuation of Americans, at-risk Afghans and others from Afghanistan.
Montgomery Middle School Placed on Brief Lockdown
An anonymous tip led to a brief lockdown at a Montgomery middle school on Tuesday.
COVID-19 in Alabama: Hospital Statistics for Tuesday, Aug. 24
The Alabama Hospital Association has released statistics on the status of Alabama hospitals in treating people with COVID-19.
Herschel Walker Files Paperwork to Run as Republican for U.S. Senate in Georgia
Georgia football legend Herschel Walker has filed paperwork to enter the U.S. Senate race in Georgia after months of speculation.
Smiths Station High School Becomes the Latest Lee County School to Go Virtual
Smiths Station High School becomes the latest school in the Lee County school system to switch students to virtual learning.
LSU to Require COVID-19 Vaccine or Negative Test to Attend Games at Tiger Stadium
LSU says it will require all football fans who want to attend games at Tiger Stadium who are 12 years of age and older to provide proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours prior to entry.
Opelika Man Hospitalized another in Custody after Early Morning Shooting
A man has been hospitalized after a non-life-threatening gunshot wound early Tuesday morning. According to Opelika Police, at 1:36 a.m. they received calls of gunshots in the 2200 Block of Star Street. There police found the suspect barricaded in a…
