New Coore & Crenshaw Golf Course Coming to Lake Martin Area
Russell Lands is working on a new development for the Lake Martin area which will include a Coore & Crenshaw golf course now under construction. The golf course sits on 250…
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Friendship Mission Receives $11,115 from Golf Tournament
Alabama News Network's "Drive Out Homelessness" golf tournament has raised $11,115 for Friendship Mission, which provides emergency food and shelter to those in need. The event was held last month at Lagoon…
The King's Canvas Gets "3 Degree Guarantee" Check for $1,300
Gipson's Tire Pros and Alabama News Network are presenting a check for $1,300 to The King's Canvas, a Montgomery non-profit that helps local artists. The King's Canvas was our "3 Degree…
Gov. Kay Ivey Issues Statement on Sec. of State John Merrill
Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill has announced that he will not run for any elected office next year after saying he made poor choices that impacted his family. Merrill is a prominent state Republican leader who was widely viewed…
First Lady Jill Biden to Travel to Birmingham Friday
First lady Jill Biden speaks at a virtual event with military families from around the world as part of the White House initiative to support military and veteran families in the South Court Auditorium in the…
MPD Charges Off-Duty Police Officer with Criminal Trespass
The Montgomery Police Department said it has initiated disciplinary proceedings against a police officer after being charged in an off-duty incident. MPD Spokesperson Capt. Saba Coleman said 29-year-old Meshach Franklin was charged with third degree Criminal Trespass. MPD said it…
Birmingham Police: Teen Killed, Another Wounded in Drive-By Shooting
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - Authorities say an Alabama teen was killed and another wounded in a drive-by shooting Wednesday night. Birmingham police Sgt. Rod Mauldin says officers were called to a home in the Inglenook community where they found an…
Montgomery Fire Investigating House Fire on Winston Drive
Montgomery Fire/Rescue is investigating a house fire that happened Wednesday afternoon. Fire Lieutenant J.C. Selman said it happened just after 4:00 PM in the 500 block of Winston Drive. Once crews arrived,…
Judiciary Committee resurrects yoga bill, sends to Senate
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama lawmakers have resurrected an effort to lift the state's decades-old ban on yoga in public schools. On Wednesday, the Alabama Senate Judiciary Committee voted 5-2 to advance the bill that would let school systems decide…
Trump Endorses Mo Brooks Among Alabama GOP Senate Contenders
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Donald Trump has endorsed Rep. Mo Brooks in Alabama's 2022 Senate race, siding with the conservative firebrand who whipped up the crowd before the Capitol riot in January. Brooks' campaign announced the endorsement Wednesday, a key…
Alabama Senate Delays Lottery Vote Amid Divisions
A divided Alabama Senate has delayed a vote on lottery legislation. Republican Sen. Jim McClendon of Springville on Wednesday asked to carry his bill over until another day. McClendon said he feared he did not have enough votes to pass…
ADVA to Build Veterans Home in Enterprise
A federal grant thanks to the U.S. Veterans Administration will soon allow Alabama to build its fifth veterans home. According to officials with the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs, the…
Lowndes County Pays Tribute to Sheriff 'Big John' Williams in the Courthouse
Family and friends gathered in the Lowndes County Courthouse today to honor the life and legacy of sheriff big John Williams Sheriff "Big John" Williams was a well loved sheriff in the…
Secretary of State John Merrill Announces He Won't Seek Re-Election in 2022
Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill announced his won't seek re-election in 2022. Merrill elected to the position in 2015 is Alabama's 53rd Secretary of State. The following is a direct statement from Alabama Secretary of State John H. Merrill:…
Baptist Health Hosts Vaccination Clinics in Montgomery & Prattville
Baptist Health officials say they are expanding the COVID-19 vaccination efforts with the opening of two clinics in the River Region. Anyone wanting to get the COVID-19 vaccine will be required to set…
Sheriff: Tiger Woods Was Speeding Before Crash Near Los Angeles
FILE - In this Feb. 23, 2021, file photo a crane is used to lift a vehicle following a rollover accident involving golfer Tiger Woods, in the Rancho Palos Verdes suburb of Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Ringo…
Update: Three Suspects Identified in Marion Shooting Investigation
Authorities in Perry County have now identified three suspects arrested in a shooting in Marion. Lawrence Johnson, 36, Christopher Roberts, 38, and Gerald Hogue, 59, who are all from Missouri, are charged…
Selma Private School Employee Charged with Stealing $10,000 from School
An accountant at a private school in Selma has been arrested and charged with stealing $10,000 from the school. Dallas County Sheriff Mike Granthum says Jennifer Robinson, 43, of Selma is charged…
Gov. Ivey Rescinds Mask Mandate, Issues new "Safer Apart" Order
Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday issued her twenty-sixth supplemental emergency proclamation transitioning the state from an amended Safer at Home Order to a new Safer Apart Order, the third phase of COVID-19 pandemic health orders. Ivey cites the increase in…
Alabama Senate Expected to Debate Lottery Bill
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama senators are expected to debate a lottery bill. Senators say they expect to debate the bill by Republican Sen. Jim McClendon of Springville on Wednesday. The bill would authorize a lottery where tickets could be…
Distracting Driving Bill Crashes after Alabama House Debate
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - The Alabama House of Representatives has rejected a proposal to impose fines for using a smartphone while driving. The bill by Republican Rep. K.L. Brown of Jacksonville failed on a narrow 47-48 vote. The proposal would…
Lawmakers approve alcohol delivery bill
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama could soon allow people to get beer, wine, and liquor delivered to their homes. The Alabama Senate voted to accept House changes to an alcohol delivery bill sponsored by Sen. Jabo Waggoner, R-Vestavia Hills. The…
Montgomery City Council Approves 30-Day Face Mask Extension
Tonight, the Montgomery City Council unanimously approved a face mask ordinance that Mayor Steven Reed proposed. It will keep a face mask mandate intact for 30 days, taking effect when the…
Montgomery Police Officers Allege Mistreatment, Cover-ups within MPD
Tuesday night multiple current and former MPD officers aired out grievances to Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed, and the Montgomery City Council. Accusations include misappropriation of funds, bullying, retaliation, cover ups, and descrimination in…
Small Businesses and Residents React to Mask Mandate Ending Soon in Montgomery
The State mask mandate is set to end Friday, April 9th after 5 p.m. The Montgomery City Council voted to extend the mask mandate for the city for an additional 30 days. Once…
