President Trump and Joe Biden Squared Off One Last Time Before The 2020 Election
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Bush Hog Donates Big $$$ to Help Fight Cancer
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma manufacturing company makes a big donation to help the effort to fight breast cancer in Alabama. A pink zero-turn mower -- built by the Bush Hog company…
Alabama National Fair Raises Money for Local Charities
The Alabama National Fair wrapped up on Sunday, Oct. 18, with a successful turnout despite the pandemic and mother nature. Things looked a little different this year, with no indoor activities, vendors, less…
Pike Road Partners with Life South to Save Lives in the River Region
The Town of Pike Road partnered with LifeSouth for a community blood drive in honor of the town's founders' week. LifeSouth officials say the river region is in emergency need of blood…
"Bold, Beautiful and Beyond Cancer" Wig Giveaway
Women suffering from health-related hair loss can get a complimentary wig this weekend. Montgomery city councilman Oronde Mitchell, the  American Cancer Society, Beauty and Beyond, The Strategic Group, Women of W.I.L.L., Young Men on A Mission, and the City of…
ASU Students Hold Hurricane Relief Drive
Alabama State University students worked Thursday to help bring some much-needed relief to hurricane victims in several states. Following the damage of Hurricanes Laura, Sally and Delta, Alabama State University students put their…
Brewbaker Primary School, and Southlawn 6th Graders Under Mandatory Quarantine
Montgomery's Brewbaker Primary and School, and sixth graders at Southlawn Middle School are now under mandatory quarantine after two separate employees tested positive for COVID-19. Montgomery Public Schools confirmed the…
Attorney General Steve Marshall Announces That the U.S. Supreme Court Has Granted Alabama’s Request to Halt Ruling on Curbside Voting
The U.S Supreme Court grants curbside voting by saying in quote: "Attorney General Steve Marshall announced that the U.S. Supreme Court granted the State of Alabama’s emergency request for a stay of a federal district court’s order that had purported…
Local Boys and Girls Club Host 30th Charity Golf Tournament
The Boys and Girls Club of the River Region hosted their 30th annual golf and tennis charity tournament on Wednesday, Oct. 21. After being postponed in May due to the pandemic,…
Residents Speak, City Council Listens, Passes Ordinance Restricting Liquor Stores
West Montgomery seems to be an attraction for business owners, but residents are not happy with the kind of businesses that are coming to the area. Residents say package stores…
Three Killed in Deadly Shootings in West Alabama
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Three people are killed -- and three others are facing charges -- following a deadly weekend in West Alabama. "There were three murders in three different counties over the…
Nearly Half Million Dollars Grant to Macon Co. Schools
Some good news for Macon County Schools: The school system was just awarded a $469,000 grant that will help enhance its virtual learning. Remote learning: a challenge schools, students and families nationwide have…
Buddy Watch Walk East Shines Spotlight on Veterans Issues
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A group of military veterans are walking through Alabama -- to raise awareness about some of the serious issues -- some veterans face after leaving the service. "We all…
Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth Tests Positive for COVID-19
Alabama Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth has tested positive for COVID-19. Lt. Governor Ainsworth says he was tested out of an abundance of caution after being notified that a member…
Opp City Schools Cancels In-Person Instruction: Covid-19 blamed
Opp city schools will be closed for in-person instruction and activities effective immediately until Tuesday october 27. This is due to an increase of covid-19 cases in the schools and community. All classes will be conducted virtually. Parents and students…
Search For Missing Woman Underway in Montgomery
Montgomery police are also looking for a missing woman who was last seen early this morning. Authorities say 67-year-old Naomi Yates was last seen around South Union Street around 5 o'clock Tuesday morning. She was wearing a black shirt with…
Survey: Alabama Child Care Enrollment Down by 23,000 Kids
A new state report shows enrollment in child care centers across Alabama has dropped by more than 23,000 children since the coronavirus pandemic began. Human Resources says an October study showed that 85% of the 2,381 facilities it surveyed have…
City of Prattville Holds Food Drive for Fire Victims
The City of Prattville and Autauga Interfaith Care Center are hosting a 10,000 lb food drive for the victims of the apartment fire this past Saturday. Donation bins have been set outside…
Everything You Need to Know About Absentee Voting
The 2020 general election is two weeks away and thousands of absentee ballots have been cast in Alabama. There are nine days left to apply for an absentee ballot. To vote absentee in…
Montgomery Police Searching for Missing Man
The Montgomery Police Department is asking for your help in finding Anderson Green. Green is a 62-year-old man and may be living with a condition that may impair his judgement. He was last seen on October 11, 2020, around 3:13…
Campaign 2020: Find Out What's On Your Local Ballot, Get Election Day Info
Most Alabama voters know that the November 3 General Election ballot will feature the presidential race and our U.S. Senate race. But there's a lot more that you'll find on your ballot. There are six proposed state amendments that will…
COVID-19 Worsening in Alabama After Weeks of Improvement
The coronavirus pandemic appears to be worsening again in Alabama after weeks of improvement. Figures show the virus has been spreading at a quickened pace since early October. Around 840 people have been hospitalized a day over the past week,…
Justice Department Files Lawsuit Against Google
The Justice Department on Tuesday sued Google for antitrust violations, alleging that it abused its dominance in online search and advertising to stifle competition and harm consumers. The litigation marks the government's most significant attempt to protect competition since its…
Suspect Identified in Felony Theft of Property Investigation
Through an anonymous tip, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office has identified a suspect in a felony theft of property investigation. Authorities say Quanderious Phillips, 23, of Montgomery hasn't been officially charged. He will face a grand jury for felony first…
Montgomery Man Suffering from Memory Loss Reported Missing
The Montgomery Police Department is searching for the location of Anderson Green. Green is currently missing. He is a 5'11", 140 pound black male. On Sunday, October 11, around midnight, Green left the area of 123 Windy Wood Drive in…
