Selma City School System Starts New School Year
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Today was the first day of school for students in the Selma City School District. Superintendent Avis Williams says the first day of school had a few challenges. She…
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Greenville Welcomes Zaxby's to the City
Greenville residents now have a new dining option, that's been years in the making. The official grand opening and ribbon cutting for a Zaxby's happened in Greenville on Monday, August24. The new…
Campaign 2020: The City Vote - List of Races & Candidates
Thousands of voters in our area will go to the polls on Tuesday, Aug. 25 to cast votes for mayor, city council and city school board seats. Montgomery held its city elections last year and is not a part of…
3 Men, 1 Juvenile from Montgomery Charged with Auburn Armed Robbery
On Monday, August 24, Auburn police arrested Christopher Deundrea Johnson, 22, Demetrie Devontay Givens, 21, and a 15-year-old juvenile. All three suspects are from Montgomery. Johnson and Givens were charged with…
Montgomery Regional Airport Director Named to Airport Minority Advisory Council
Marshall J. Taggart, Jr., Executive Airport Director of the Montgomery Regional Airport, has been named to board of the Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC). As a member of the Board of Directors, Taggart joins senior leaders from the nation’s leading…
"Stuff the Truck" 2020 Another Big Success for Montgomery Public Schools
All of us at Alabama News Network want to thank all of you who donated to the annual "Stuff the Truck" event to benefit Montgomery Public Schools. Saturday, members of Tie and Doll, Inc. were outside the Sturbridge Winn-Dixie in…
All Tuscaloosa Bars Shut Down for Two Weeks
The City of Tuscaloosa, in response to the recent uptick in COVID-19 cases, has decided to close down all bars. The bars will be closed for two weeks starting at 5 pm on Monday, August 24. Mayor Walt Maddox along…
Auburn University Reports 207 COVID-19 Cases in a Week
Auburn University is reporting 207 COVID-19 cases in a week. The report was made on the university's website for the period of August 15 through August 21. The cases involve 202 students and five employees. Auburn breaks down its numbers…
Lowndes County Courthouse Named After "Big John" Williams
By unanimous decision, Lowndes County officials have renamed the Lowndes County Courthouse after late sheriff "Big John" Williams. The Lowndes County Commission along with the sheriff's office held an…
Tallassee Mayor Charged with Harassment in Road Rage Incident
The mayor of Tallassee has been charged in a road rage incident. Mayor Johnny Hammock and Keazanni Spencer, 20, have both been charged with a misdemeanor as a result of the incident. The incident happened on July 5. The mayor's…
UA President: "There is an Unacceptable Rise in Positive COVID Cases on Our Campus"
The president of the University of Alabama has issued a new statement on COVID-19 to everyone on campus. In a letter posted to the university's Facebook page today, President Stuart Bell says there is an unacceptable rise in the number…
Three Alabama Locations Added to National Historic Register
MONTGOMERY, Al -- Three spots in Alabama are being added to the nation's honor roll of historic locations. The state says The Alabama Book Store in Tuscaloosa is joining the National Register of Historic Places. The shop has been located…
Thank You for your Support in the 6th Annual 'Stuff the Truck' Event
The 6th annual 'Stuff the Truck' event kicked off today. Many of the challenges we face are even more difficult now because of the pandemic, so imagine what life must be like for…
University of Alabama Prohibits Students Gathering
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) - The University of Alabama has issued a temporary prohibition on student events, including off-campus parties and fraternity and sorority gatherings, as the school tries to clamp down on the spread of COVID-19. The university said it…
Missing, Endangered Person in Autauga County
The Autauga County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help finding Eddie Roland Cunningham. Cunningham is a 43-year-old white male and may be living with a condition that may impair his judgement. He…
Alabama's Unemployment Rate Rising Slightly
Alabama's unemployment rate rose slightly in July as the state continues to feel the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Alabama Department of Labor reported Friday that the state's preliminary July unemployment rate is 7.9%, up from June's rate…
UPDATE: Traffic Stop Leads to Officer Involved Shooting in Montgomery
At about 6:35 Thursday night, Montgomery police attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a vehicle with what initially was thought to be three occupants in the 2100 block of Day Street. The suspect(s) then shot a gun at officers,…
New Initiative in Selma Aims to Aid Virtual Learning
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A new initiative in Selma aims to help with some of the challenges -- that are bound to arise from distance learning during a pandemic. Edmundite Missions is using…
Lowndes County Courthouse To Be Renamed After "Big John" Williams
The Lowndes County Courthouse will soon have a new name. Lowndes County Sheriff Chris West said the sheriff's office, along…
Stuff The Truck Food Drive Happens This Weekend
Many of the challenges we face are even more difficult now because of the pandemic, so imagine what life must be like for Alabama students who depend on the free or reduced lunch…
The Latest on COVID-19 in Alabama; Infection Rate is Slowing Down
The Alabama Department of Public Health is reporting the Coronavirus case count is now more than 107,000 as of Thursday, August 20th. But the infection rate appears to be slowing down with just over…
Need for Food Continues in Dallas Co. Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Tons of food were handed out to people in the Sardis area of Dallas County. Officials at the Selma Area Food Bank say they continue to distribute more food…
Pike Road Students Return to School
Students at Pike Road Schools headed back to school this morning. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, they have a variety of choices in how to attend class. Students can attend…
Fundraiser Underway to Provide Former MPD Officer a Wheelchair Van
There is a fundraiser underway to help a former Montgomery police officer get the transportation he now needs, after a life changing accident. Officer Carlos Taylor was critically injured in an accident in…
Final Push for Votes in Prattville Mayoral Race
Municipal Elections are less than a week away. Today we're taking a closer look at the race for Mayor of Prattville and learning what the candidates are most focused on. Incumbent Mayor…
