The Alabama Education Association has released a statement regarding the protest of some teachers in Montgomery Public Schools over the return to in-person classes. Starting today, students now have the option of going to school or continue with virtual learning.…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Dallas County Sheriff's Office has a new high-tech crime fighting tool to use -- to help protect and serve the public. Sheriff Mike Granthum says every car in…
Jackson Hospital opened it's fifth care clinic in Greenville on Tuesday, Oct. 13. The clinic offers patients primary care like regular check-ups and vaccinations. The clinic also provides Greenville residents specialized care in urology,…
Alabama growers and handlers of organic agricultural products can recover part of the cost associated with their USDA certification. The reimbursement covers 50% of certification costs, up to a maximum of $500. The cost-share program makes it easier for certified…
The Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals has upheld the reckless murder conviction of Ladarius Orlando Laffitte, 30. Laffitte also was charged with two counts of first degree assault. The reckless murder conviction on September 25, 2019 was for the death…
The U.S. Supreme Court has stopped the once-a-decade head count of every U.S. resident from continuing through the end of October. The court on Tuesday said the 2020 census should be stopped for now. The Trump administration argued that the…
In the aftermath of last week's runoffs in cities across our area, one race was decided by a single provisional ballot. In Opp, the District 2 City Council runoff had ended in…
The City of Montgomery is officially the new owner of Garrett Coliseum. In January of this year, the Montgomery City Council approved a motion for the city the purchase the structure. Garrett…
To sign up for the webinar click here. On Wednesday, October 14th Alabama State University in partnership with The Links, Inc. will host a breast cancer webinar. It's called "Breast Cancer in…
The new mayor of a small Alabama town faces a couple of unusual challenges: Namely, going to class and doing his homework. Auburn University student Messiah Williams-Cole defeated an incumbent to be elected mayor of Camp Hill. Besides operating the…
Montgomery police is investigating a shooting that occurred early Tuesday, October 13 around 9:30 am. At the scene, in the 2200 block of West Fairview Avenue, police located a man suffering from a life-threatening gunshot wound. Further investigation determined the…
Thousands of Montgomery Public Schools students left the virtual classroom and returned to the traditional Tuesday, October 13. But around 100 teachers protested the decision to re-start classroom learning.…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The COVID-19 crisis continues to create new challenges in the fight to stamp out hunger. Namely, the pandemic has affected both the food supply -- and demand for food.…
The Brantwood Children's Home hosted its annual 'Fore The Love of Our Children' charity golf tournament on Monday, Oct. 12. The event was held at the Robert Trent Jones golf course in Prattville with over 70 people participating. Participants included…
Students in Montgomery Public Schools will have the option to return to in-class learning starting Tuesday. So far this school year, all learning has been virtual. But starting with the new nine-week grading period, students have the option of remaining…
Parents, students, educators, staff and people in the community have several chances to meet the six finalists for the Autauga County school superintendent position. The Autauga County Board of Education and the Prattville Area Chamber of Commerce are hosting a…
Some school bus drivers for Montgomery Public Schools say they're not satisfied with the conditions of their return to work on Tuesday, Oct. 13. The bus drivers say they're returning to work…
Alabama News Network is proud to host two days at the Alabama National Fair again this year. Our first Alabama News Network Day is Monday. It's School Day, with students through the 12th grade able to get through the gates…
The Butler County Sheriff's Office is searching for 27-years-old Harley Scott Knight. We're told he left 'traveling' on June 13, 2020 from Greenville. He left without any personal belongings. His mother says the last time she saw him was on…
The Holtville/Slapout Fire and Rescue Auxiliary celebrated Fire Prevention Week by hosting a Fall Craft Fair and Parade at the Holtville fire station. People in the community set up booths to sell honey,…
A Butler County deputy is recovering after being involved in a hit-and-run while working a call Sunday night. According to the sheriff's office's' Facebook page, authorities were working a car crash on Interstate 65 when a car hit a deputy…
Church of Highlands on Taylor Road partnered with the Montgomery Police Department to celebrate National Faith & Blue Weekend. A few weeks ago, some law enforcement leaders extended an olive branch to…
The Junior League of Montgomery is hosting its 32nd annual 'Holiday Market' fundraiser this week. Since Wednesday, the week has consisted of a pop-up shop, spirit night, and girl's night out. Tomorrow, Oct. 10,…
The second presidential debate between President Donald Trump and Democrat Joe Biden is officially off. The nonpartisan Commission on Presidential Debates confirmed Friday that the Oct. 15 face off would be scrapped. The decision was made a day after the…
Bullock County Coroner Sidney Jernigan, Sr. has died. Bullock County Probate Judge James Tatum confirmed to Alabama News Network that Jernigan, Sr. passed away Thursday. Jernigan, Sr. was first…
