AHSAA in need of more officials
The greatest need for officials are in the areas of track and field, wrestling, soccer and baseball.
West Alabama Newsroom
Grant $$$ Supports Aviation Training at Craig Field in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The effort to make Craig Field in Selma an aviation hub once again -- gets a $3 million dollar boost -- from a couple of federal grants. "Craig Field…
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, The Carter Center says
Carter, now 95, remains at home with former President Jimmy Carter, 98, who has been at home receiving hospice care since early this year.
People in Selma and Dallas Co. Observe Memorial Day
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- People in Selma spent Memorial Day enjoying the freedom -- that U. S. soldiers have been fought and died -- for American citizens to have. All soldiers give some.…
Warmer Temperatures & Increasing Rain Chances This Week
After a beautiful, mostly sunny, and dry Memorial Day across central and south Alabama…tonight will be partly cloudy and cool, with lows falling into the upper 50s and low 60s. For your…
Mostly Sunny & Dry Through Mid-week...Storm Chances Increase Thursday
Mostly beautiful weather continues across central Alabama as we head through Memorial Day weekend, with the exception of just a few pop-up showers. An upper-level low pressure system over north Georgia and eastern Tennessee is providing our area with a…
Levitt AMP Selma Music Series Kicks Off at Selma Amphitheater
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- If you're looking for something fun to do this weekend -- and you like live music and outdoor festivals -- listen up. The Levitt AMP Selma music series kicks…
Mother of Missing Jackson Teen Asks Public for Help
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The mother of a missing teen -- is asking for help from the public -- to try and find her child. It's now been eleven long days since 14…
Belk Announces Closure of Selma Mall Store Location
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Belk store at Selma Mall is closing after nearly two decades of doing business in the city. Belk store officials say the closure comes -- "after a careful…
Five People Arrested in Dallas Co. Drug Sting
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- An undercover operation leads to five arrests in Dallas County. Sheriff Mike Granthum says the op was in response to an influx of meth into the county. Tyler Smith…
Missing Alabama Teenager Could Be in Selma or Marion
A missing teenager from Jackson, Alabama, could be in Selma or Marion, according to Central Alabama CrimeStoppers.
Former Selma Mayor George Evans Laid to Rest in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- People in Selma celebrated the life and impact of the Honorable George Patrick Evans during funeral services at Cornerstone Presbyterian Church. Evans was a ground breaking leader in the…
Investigators Searching for Person Who Killed Dallas County Woman
The Dallas County Sheriff's Office needs your help finding the person who shot and killed a woman from Marion Junction.
Saturday Night Storms, Drier Sunday, More Storms Monday
Watch out for rain and strong thunderstorms moving across the River Region this Saturday night as a cold front migrates into our area from the west. Just ahead of this approaching front, we could possibly see some severe thunderstorms…
SAVING SELMA: Dallas Co. EMA Gives Residents Free NOAA Weather Radios
200 weather radios were given away, giving peace of mind to people in the wake of the January 12 tornado that devastated much of Selma.
Saturday Storms, Then Drier Sunday
Plenty of cloud cover across the River Region today brought us some cool relief, with afternoon highs hovering in the upper 70s and low 80s. For your Friday night, expect mostly…
Attorney General Honors Fallen Wilcox Co. Constable
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall honors the service and sacrifice of a fallen Wilcox County law enforcement officer -- in commemoration of National Police Week. "It's important that we…
UPDATE: Former Selma Mayor George Evans Dies
People in Selma are remembering the life and work of former Selma Mayor George Evans.
Dallas Co. Woman Dead Following Drive By Shooting
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A mother of two is killed a day before Mother's Day after her home is targeted in a drive-by shooting early Saturday morning. Sheriff Mike Granthum says it happened…
Pennsylvania charter school students stop in Montgomery as part of Civil Rights Tour
6th and 7th graders from Global Leadership Academy in Philadelphia made several stops in the South as part of their Global Studies program.
State Awards $240,664 in Grants to Help Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault Victims
Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded $240,664 in grants to help five agencies in central and west Alabama continue providing services to domestic violence and sexual assault victims.
Selma School Officials Eye Memorial Stadium and Bloch Park
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Memorial Stadium and Bloch Park in Selma currently sit in a state of disrepair. Nevertheless, the Selma City School system has shown interested in acquiring the properties from the…
Mobile Home Fire Claims the Life of Wilcox Co. Woman
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A fatal fire on the 400 block of Jo Celeste Pettway Road in the Alberta community claimed the life of 59 year old, Barbara Ann Browder. The mother of…
Annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive This Saturday
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The country's largest single-day food drive is this weekend. And organizers are asking for your help -- to Stamp Out Hunger. The Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive is conducted…
Historic Jackson House in Selma Moving to Henry Ford Museum
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A significant piece of Selma Voting Rights history is leaving the city -- and moving 800 miles away to the state of Michigan. The Jackson House is where Dr.…
