ADPH Prepares for Increase of COVID-19 Patients
The number of confirmed Coronavirus cases in Alabama has surpassed 1,000. State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris says that between 120 and 130 of the confirmed COVID-19 patients are in hospitals…
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Gov. Ivey: Census 2020 Now More Important Than Ever
Gov. Kay Ivey on Wednesday stressed the ongoing importance of the 2020 Census, which is currently under way and available for immediate online, phone or mail response. “It is an unprecedented time in Alabama; however, we must remain committed…
Governor Ivey Urges Small Business Owners to Prepare Now by Applying for Federal Financial Relief
Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday urged Alabama Small Business Owners to respond to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic by taking steps to ensure their business will withstand the troubling economy. Final guidelines for how the federal government will distribute financial…
April 1st is "Census Day"
April first is “Census Day,” a day to promote participation in the 2020 census. But the U.S. census count is being disrupted by the COVID-19 crisis. As of March 31, more than 36% of the nation's households had responded, according…
COVID-19 Cases in Alabama Hit 1,000
COVID-19 cases in Alabama have now hit the century mark. According to the Alabama Department of Public Health, there are now 1,000 cases in the state. Of those cases, ADPH says there are 24 reported deaths related to the Coronavirus.…
Coronavirus Pandemic Causes Courthouse Closure in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama newsroom-- The Coronavirus crisis continues to change the way people everywhere -- live and work. Dallas County is under a state of emergency due to the pandemic --…
ASU Waives ACT/SAT Requirements for 2020-2021 School Year
Alabama State University is announcing that it will waive the ACT/SAT test requirements for the 2020-2021 academic year. This decision comes after the ACT postponed its national test date deadline from April 4 to June 13, and the National College…
Redevelopment Project Set to Bring 140 Jobs, Financial Impact to Andalusia
Plans are coming together for some national retailers to make a new home in Andalusia. It's a redevelopment project years in the making, now becoming a reality. “To see how it's dropped…
Legislative Session Suspended Until April 28
The Alabama House of Representatives and Senate have voted to suspend the session until April 28th. The House and Senate met briefly Tuesday to vote on suspending the session with the Senate meeting…
SEE THE LIST: Several Companies Looking to Hire Thousands of Workers
The coronavirus pandemic has led many businesses to close, with some laying off workers. But others are actually looking to hire workers by the thousands to fill various positions across the country. Here is a list: Walmart - Hiring 150,000…
Greenville Woman Killed in Butler County Crash
Alabama State Troopers say a Greenville woman has been killed in a one-car crash in Butler County. State troopers say 37-year-old Capricia LeeAnn Jackson was killed when her car hit a tree off Alabama Highway 185, about five miles south…
Troy University Makes Summer Class Changes; Postpones Spring Commencement
Troy University has announced more changes as it works to protect students and others on campus from the coronavirus pandemic. In a statement, Troy University says in-class offerings for the summer semester will be suspended. All classes for summer will…
Gov. Ivey Awards Grants Totaling Over $9.5 Million to Provide High-Speed Internet Access to Numerous Alabama Communities
Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded 20 grants totaling more than $9.5 million to provide high-speed internet access to numerous communities throughout Alabama. The grants, part of the Alabama Broadband Accessibility Fund, were awarded to nine broadband providers to fund…
Investigation Continues into Disappearance of Marengo Co. Man
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- It's been a week since a missing Marengo County man -- disappeared without a trace. Now there's a thousand dollar reward for information that could help…
CONFIRMED: ADPH Investigation Reveals Montgomery County Resident Died of COVID-19
The Alabama Department of Public Health has now confirmed that a Montgomery County resident died from COVID-19. Monday, Alabama News Network learned that a person in Montgomery County who contracted the virus had died, according to the Montgomery County EMA.…
Three Coronavirus Testing Sites Open in Macon County
After weeks of concern about the lack of coronavirus testing in Macon County, testing facilities are finally open. On Monday ADPH performed drive through testing for residents that were pre-screened…
3 Arrested in Fatal Greenville Gas Station Shooting
Greenville police say three suspects have been arrested in this weekend's fatal shooting. The shooting occurred at a gas station on Willow Lane. Authorities say 22-year-old Antuwan Thompson, 22-year-old Joshua Searight, and 25-year-old Rondivious Loveless have been charged with the murder…
Montgomery Man Dies from Injuries Suffered in March 19 Shooting, Police Launch Homicide Investigation
The Montgomery Police Department is conducting a homicide investigation following the death of Xavier White, 27, of Montgomery who died from injuries he sustained in a March 19, shooting. White was pronounced dead Sunday, March 29 at Baptist Medical Center…
Storm Shelters Impacted by COVID-19
The Coronavirus outbreak will impact storm shelters in our area. Autauga County EMA Director Ernie Baggett tells Alabama News Network that fewer people will be allowed into the county's shelters because of social distancing. The county has two FEMA rated…
WARNING: Alabama Lake/River Activity Increasing; ALEA Patrolling
According to the Alabama Department of Public Health: "Due to schools, businesses and churches closing indefinitely in response to the Coronavirus, more people are spending free time on Alabama waterways. Activity on Alabama’s lakes, rivers and other bodies of water…
Alabama's Confirmed COVID-19 Cases Top 800
According to ADPH's live, interactive map, Alabama's Coronavirus cases are up to 806. As of Sunday afternoon, 4,755 have been tested. Four deaths have been reported.
Selma Implementing Curfew Amid COVID-19
The City of Selma is implementing a curfew starting Sunday, March 28th. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the increased risk of infection by public gatherings, the City of Selma is implementing a curfew for the hours between 9:00 pm…
Five People Die From Coronavirus at a Hospital in Lee County
The East Alabama Medical Center has confirmed five patients who tested positive from the Coronavirus have died since Friday morning. Three of the patients were from Chambers County. The other two were from Lee County. The total is not yet…
Baldwin County Mourns First Death of its Own Due to COVID-19
Baldwin County EMA officials announced via Facebook that the county's first resident has died due to COVID-19. The post reads: "Our hearts are heavy after learning of the first passing of a member of our Baldwin County community. We are…
Publix Offering Rent Relief for Businesses in Publix-Owned Shopping Centers
Publix announced Saturday that it's offering rent relief to businesses operating in nearly 300 Publix-owned shopping centers. This, including 23 in Alabama, that have closed due to the Coronavirus pandemic. The relief package includes waiving rent for two months, as…
