Frontier Spinning Mills Plant in Elmore County Closing
The Frontier Spinning Mills Plant in Elmore County is closing. All 148 jobs at the plant will be impacted. The plant is located on Central Plank Road in Wetumpka. According to Elmore…
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UPDATE: Three-Car-Crash Tuesday Night in Autauga Co. Kills One Person and Leaves Others Injured
According to the Elmore/Autauga News Facebook page, the three vehicle crash on I-65 Northbound at 189 mile marker Tuesday night killed one person and left others with life threatening injuries. "We are awaiting an update concerning a serious accident last…
Funding Approved for New Sheriff's Building in Elmore County
The Elmore County Commission has unanimously approved a $1.23 million bid for the construction of a new sheriff's operation building. "The building that we had that the drug task force was housed in…
Roy Moore to Officially Submit Paperwork to Enter U.S. Senate Race on Thursday
With the November 8 deadline to qualify for the U.S. Senate seat in Alabama getting closer, Roy Moore (R-AL) announced that he would be filing the necessary paperwork with the Alabama Republican Party at the party's headquarters, on Thursday, October…
Pike Liberal Arts Gymnasium Getting Upgrades
One Pike County high school gymnasium is getting some much needed improvements. From having to cancel games to playing on wet floors, that will soon change for Pike Liberal Arts students.…
Alabama Fan Convicted of Poisoning Toomer's Corner Trees Misses Court Date
The University of Alabama fan convicted of poisoning Auburn University's oak trees failed to attend a hearing on why he hasn't paid court-ordered restitution. According to reports, Harvey Updyke didn't show up for a hearing before Lee County Circuit Judge…
Lowndes Co. Mother Tries to Cope with the Death of Her Only Son
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The sudden, unexpected loss of a loved one can be extremely difficult for anyone to handle. But when the loss is due to a…
Will Dismukes Drops Out of Second District Congressional Race
Alabama State Rep. Will Dismukes (R-District 88) has dropped out of the Republican race for the second district congressional seat. His campaign manager Henry Thornton made the announcement by email this afternoon. "It is with a heavy heart that I…
Gov. Ivey Offers $5,000 Reward in Disappearance of Aniah Blanchard
Governor Ivey is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the perpetrator(s) in the disappearance of Aniah Blanchard. From Governor Kay Ivey: “We are following this case closely, and I am remaining engaged with law…
MGM Airport Tests Its Emergency Response With Full-Scale Disaster Drill
The runway at Montgomery Regional Airport was filled with emergency crews Wednesday morning, responding to a mock plane crash. For nearly two hours the airport held a full-scale disaster exercise. Police, firefighters, …
Selma University in Financial Trouble
Another small, historically black college is in financial trouble in west Alabama. According to reports, Selma University is hosting an event Saturday to raise money that's needed to pay off a more than $785,000 debt to the federal government. The…
'Friday', 'The Wayans Bros.' Actor John Witherspoon Dead at 77
Actor-comedian John Witherspoon, who memorably played Ice Cube's father in the "Friday" films, has died. He was 77. Witherspoon's manager Alex Goodman confirmed late Tuesday that Witherspoon died in Los Angeles. No cause of death was released. The actor had…
She's 100 years old, and Drives to Work... But Today, Romay Davis got a Surprise of a Lifetime.
One Montgomery Winn Dixie is celebrating one of its employees with a very special birthday bash. Winn Dixie Associate Romay Davis turns 100 Tuesday, October 29th. "So this is actually an original of Miss…
Both Lanes on I-65 in Autauga Co. Closed Due to Crash
State troopers are working an accident involving an 18-wheeler and another car. It happened on I-65 at Autauga County 40 Bridge at about 9 Tuesday night. Authorities say both lanes lanes are shut down.…
New Dallas Co. Canines Help in the Fight Against Drugs for the First Time in 15 Years
The Dallas County Sheriff’s department now has three new officers to help in the fight against drugs. Sheriff Mike Granthum says the sheriff’s office has purchased two new canines with the help of John…
Dallas Co. Sheriff's Office Investigates County's 2nd Murder of 2019
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Dallas County Sheriff's Office is investigating the county's second murder of the year. Sheriff Mike Granthum says 30 year old Danathian Crum was shot to death Friday night while answering the door at his…
Halloween Safety Tips
Halloween is often a favorite holiday for children. But it can be a scary time for parents and grandparents, like Donna Morrow. "Well, you can't be too safe. Whether it's Halloween or just an ordinary…
Federal judge blocks Alabama's tough abortion law
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - A federal judge has blocked an Alabama abortion ban that would have made the procedure a felony at any stage of pregnancy in almost all cases. U.S. District…
Construction Project Will Close Part of Decatur St.
Starting as early as Monday November 4th, Decatur St. at Minnie St. will be closed, and a detour will direct traffic around the area. The detour is near the Paterson Court Housing…
Legislator Chris England Running for Chair of Democratic Party
State Rep. Chris England of Tuscaloosa is running for chair of the Alabama Democratic Party. England announced Sunday night on Twitter that he is running for chair. The Tuscaloosa legislator has been one of the leading advocates for changes in…
Local Mother Raising Awareness for Teal Pumpkin Project
Halloween is just a few days away, which means your kids will probably be out in costume collecting candies and treats. But one local mother is raising awareness that her child, like so many others, has food allergies and can't…
1 Killed, Another sustains Life-Threatening Injuries After Crash in Elmore County
One person is dead after a fatal crash in Elmore County. According to the Eclectic Fire Department, EFD and the Eclectic Police Department responded to a vehicle accident involving a motorcycle on Kowaliga Road. The crash happened around 3:30 p.m.…
Person in Alabama Fatally Shot During Encounter with Police
MADISON, Ala. (AP) - Authorities in Alabama say a person has been fatally shot during an encounter with a police officer. Al.com reports Madison police Major John Stringer told news reporters at the scene Sunday evening that the shooting happened…
Remembering 'Cupcake' at a Birmingham Funeral
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - Hundreds of people have packed an Alabama church for the funeral of a girl who police say was killed after her Oct. 12 kidnapping from a Birmingham birthday party. The funeral of 3-year-old Kamille McKinney began…
Montgomery Biscuits Hold Annual Ballpark Trick-Or-Treat
The River Region's Halloween festivities are well underway. The Montgomery Biscuits held their third annual Ballpark Trick or Treat inside Riverwalk Stadium Sunday. The ballpark was transformed into a friendly neighborhood- with trick or treating on the suite level. About…
