Body of Kelsey Starling Recovered at Smith Lake
The body of Kelsey Starling has been recovered from Smith Lake following a boating accident on July 4. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency said Saturday evening that the 26-year-old was found by…
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Breaking: Body Located in Smith Lake Where Kelsey Starling Went Missing on July 4th
Officials report a body has been located on Smith Lake near where Kelsey Starling went missing. Kelsey Nicole Starling, 26, was killed on July 4, 2019, in a boating accident which occurred on Smith Lake. Starling went missing after the…
Brundidge Woman Dead After Single-Vehicle Crash in Pike County
A single-vehicle crash has claimed the life of a Brundidge woman. According to ALEA Sgt. Michael Simmons, Contina Latollicer Baker, 43, was killed when her 2002 Nissan Xterra left the roadway and overturned. The crash happened at 2 p.m. on…
9-year-old Boy Killed in Accidental Shooting in Covington County
A 9-year-old boy is dead after a firearms accident occurred on Saturday. According to Covington County Sheriff Blake Turman, the shooting happened in the Friendship community, which is north of Opp. Turman said the shooting was accidental. "Our sincerest condolences…
Democrats Approve New Bylaws Amid Internal Feud
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - The Alabama Democratic Party's governing board has approved new bylaws in a meeting that the party chair refused to attend. Members of the State Democratic Executive Committee took the action Saturday amid an ongoing internal feud…
Mandatory 205 Area Code Dialing Begins This Month
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Starting next week, central Alabama telephone users in the 205 area code must dial those three digits along with the seven-digit telephone number when making a local call. Beginning Oct. 12, callers who forget to use…
Auburn hosting Miss Alabama USA, Miss Alabama Teen pageants
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) - Auburn is simultaneously hosting the Miss Alabama USA and Miss Alabama Teen pageants - a first for the city. The Opelika-Auburn News reports that 58 pageant hopefuls were expected at this weekend's event. It is being…
Report: Alabama Hospitals Pay Hackers in Ransomware Attack
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) - An Alabama hospital system that quit accepting new patients after a ransomware attack says it has gotten a key to unlock its computer systems. DCH Health Systems announced Saturday it is bringing systems back online. A…
Pumpkins Still Thriving at Dream Field Farms Despite Drought Conditions
With blistering heat and little to no rainfall, drought conditions are getting worse in the state. Some farmers are noticing an impact on their crops but what does this mean for local pumpkin patches?…
Fallen Tuskegee Airman Honored at the Tuskegee Airmen Historic Site Museum
The legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen was honored Friday at the Tuskegee Airmen Historic Site Museum. A cross belonging to fallen Tuskegee Airman, Fighter Pilot, Captain Lawrence Dickson was presented Friday. Dickson was part of the 100th Fighter Squadron. The…
Three Juveniles Escape from Juvenile Detention Center in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Authorities in Dallas County say three juveniles escaped from the Juvenile Detention Center Wednesday afternoon. They say one escapee has been recaptured -- but the other two -- remain on the loose. Capt. Johnathan Cole…
Authorities: Malnourished, Dead Dogs Found in Alabama Home
FORNEY, Ala. (AP) - Authorities in Alabama have charged a woman with animal cruelty after they say deputies found nearly 50 animals, including some dead dogs, in "inhumane conditions" at her home. The Gadsden Times reports Cherokee County Chief Deputy…
Trial Set for Alabama Trucker Charged in Teens' Slayings
DOTHAN, Ala. (AP) - A judge has scheduled a February trial date for an Alabama trucker and part-time preacher charged with murder in the shooting deaths of two teenage girls two decades ago. The Dothan Eagle reports that a Dale…
Alabama National Fair Underway from Now through Oct. 14
The 2019 Alabama National Fair, presented by the Kiwanis Club of Montgomery, is underway at Garrett Coliseum. The fair has been a Montgomery tradition since 1954. This year’s event promises even more rides, food and fun. This year’s fair features…
Oscar-Nominated Actress, Singer Diahann Carroll Dies after Battle with Cancer
Diahann Carroll, the Oscar-nominated actress and singer who won critical acclaim as the first black woman to star in a non-servant role in a TV series as "Julia," has died. She was 84. Carroll's daughter, Susan Kay, said her mother…
PETA Wants Mississippi State to Retire Live Mascot Following Sideline Collision
An animal rights group wants Mississippi State to retire its live bulldog mascot named Jak after he was crashed into by an Auburn University player making a mad dash through the end…
Montgomery's Burlington Coat Factory Now Open at New Eastchase Location
Burlington Coat Factory held its grand opening Friday morning, at it's brand new Montgomery location. The retailer relocated to Eastchase Parkway, next to the new Best Buy that is still under construction. It was previously on Atlanta Highway in the…
Two Arrested in Alex City Thursday on Drug Charges
On October 3, the Tallapoosa County Narcotics Task Force, US Marshal Gulf Coast Fugitive Task Force, Alexander City Housing Authority and ALEA State Drug Task Force executed a search warrant at a residence on Highland Street in Alexander City. Investigators…
Faulkner University Unveils New Logo
Faulkner University has unveiled a new logo that was years in the making. The new logo was displayed for the first time at last night's annual Benefit…
Greenville Woman Killed in Butler County Wreck
Alabama State Troopers say a Greenville woman was killed in a wreck in Butler County late last night. State troopers say 29-year-old Rachel Renee Farrington was killed when her SUV left the road and overturned. Investigators say she was not…
Former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley Speaks at Faulkner University's Biggest Fundraiser of the Year
Nikki Haley, the former United States Permanent Representative to the United Nations shared her experience as a leader including working as the former Governor of South Carolina and a member of President…
Selma-Dallas Co. Public Library Hosts Health Education Series in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A health education series at the public library in Selma is bringing people and doctors together to promote good health. On the 1st Friday of each…
Burnsville Community Taking Donations for Volunteer Fire Chief
The Burnsville community is coming together to try and help their volunteer Fire Chief after he has helped so many over the years. Exactly one week ago today, Steve Brewer's house caught fire,…
Governor's Study Group on Criminal Justice Policy Meets for 2nd Time
Sentencing was the topic of the Governor's Study Group on Criminal Justice Policy meeting Thursday. Lawmakers were presented with pages and pages of data outlining Alabama's booming prison population and complex…
Grant-funded Program Will Help Provide Childcare For Student-Parents
As many parents know from experience, child care can get expensive-especially for college students who are also juggling jobs. But a new program on Troy University’s campuses could help…
