5-year-old girl killed in accidental shooting in Greenville
A five-year-old girl has been killed in an accidental shooting in Greenville.
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Bond set at $1 million for mother of missing child in Enterprise
Bond has been set at $1 million for the mother of a missing two-year-old girl in Enterprise.
Man sentenced after pleading guilty to having child sex abuse material on computer in Montgomery
A man has been sentenced to six years in federal prison after pleading guilty to having child sexual abuse material on a laptop computer that was recovered in Montgomery.
State of Alabama offers new Lurleen B. Wallace Community College car tag
Students, staff, and alumni of an Alabama college now have a new way to show off their school spirit.
Alabama State Sales Tax Holiday Weekend: February 20-22
You have the chance to buy items to prepare for severe weather while saving money on sales taxes.
State surplus property auction begins online this weekend
The auction will feature a wide array of items, including vehicles, bicycles, electronics and much more.Â
Georgiana Graveyards and Burial Sites experiencing Theft and VandalismÂ
Georgiana Police are looking for those responsible for the vandalism of several grave sites in the town.
Greenville Church preparing for their annual MLK Freedom Walk
Harrison Street Missionary Baptist Church is preparing for their annual MLK Freedom Walk celebrating Dr. King's visit to Greenville.
The Conecuh County Alabama Extension and ADEM provide rain barrels for Local Use
The Conecuh County Alabama Extension held a workshop today to help residents learn how to use rain barrels in an effort to better sustain the state's natural resources.Â
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Butler County manhunt canceled; suspect still on the loose
A manhunt in Butler County has been canceled because it's believed that the suspect is no longer in the area.
Greenville High School recognized as a Legislative School Performance Recognition Program
Greenville High School has been recognized by the Alabama State Department of Education as a Legislative School Performance Recognition Program for the 2024–2025 school year.
Evergreen dentist charged with arson, insurance fraud
Dr. Douglas O’Connor, a dentist in Evergreen, faces charges after an explosion at his office, according to the state fire marshal's office.
WATCH: Mia Baumgartner wins 2026 Distinguished Young Woman of Alabama
Baumgartner was one of 42 contestants from around the state to compete for the title this year.
Covington County teen named 2026 Distinguished Young Woman of Alabama
This year's Distinguished Young Woman of Alabama is Mia Baumgartner.
ACTION 8 WEATHER AUTHORITY: Closings, cancellations and delays
Some school systems are making changes to their schedules for Monday due to the winter weather threat and the expected bitterly cold temperatures.
Greenville Police Warning Residents to take Precaution at Drive-Through Windows
Greenville Police are urging residents to take precautions when paying at fast food drive throughs following the detection of fraudulent activity in the city.Â
Distinguished Young Women contestants showcase talents at Kiwanis Club luncheon
Kiwanis Club members took the opportunity to chat with the contestants about the upcoming preliminaries and what colleges the young women will be attending after graduation.
Distinguished Young Women contestants arrive in Montgomery
The 42 contestants arrived at Frazer Church on Sunday for the week long preparations.
Man arrested in Opp after string of car break-ins
Opp police have arrested a man suspected in a string of car break-ins.
Andalusia veteran receives dental surprise
An Andalusia National Guard veteran has received a huge surprise that left him with a big grin.
Luverne and Greenville Hospitals Purchased by Frey Medical Management
Two South Alabama Hospitals, facing financial difficulties, have been purchased to ensure continued service in Greenville and Luverne.
City of Greenville taking steps to put hospital under new ownership
The City of Greenville has announced it is taking steps to put the Regional Medical Center of Central Alabama under new ownership.
Search continues for missing teenager whose golf cart was found in Covington County
The search continues six months after a teenager went missing. A golf cart he had been riding was found in Covington County, but there's still been no other signs of him.
Man arrested in Lowndes County murder
Brown was booked into the Lowndes County Jail and charged with murder and receiving stolen property 2nd degree.
ACTION 8 NEWS SPECIAL: The Top 8 Stories of 2025
Action 8 News presents the Top 8 Stories of 2025. This is our annual look back at the stories that shaped our local area during the year.
