4th of July

Two missing after boat crash on Lake Jordan

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency says two people are missing after a boat crash on Lake Jordan late last night. ALEA Marine Patrol Troopers are on the scene. ALEA has told Alabama News Network that Alexander City Search and Rescue will be on scene with their Kongsberg Sonar system. Elmore County Dive team and Montgomery Fire Dive Team will be…

List of 4th of July Celebrations Across Alabama

Alabama News Network wants to help you celebrate America’s Independence.  Whether you’ll be staying in our local area or traveling somewhere else in Alabama, here is a list of July 4th events courtesy of the Alabama Tourism Department:  Alexander City –  4th of July Boat Parade Decorate your boat and join the patriotic crowd at Kowaliga Marina as boats of all…

4th of July Travel Safety

As many people finalize their plans for the 4th of July holiday, local law enforcement has a strong warning for everyone: do not get behind the wheel of a car drunk and do not put innocent lives in danger. Montgomery County District Attorney Daryl Bailey says Alabama is now 5th in the nation for traffic fatalities.  One in three of…

Fire Officials Warn Against Fireworks And Other 4th Of July Hazards

It’s a fourth of July tradition, that fire officials are urging you to leave to the professionals. Despite an ordinance prohibiting fire works within city limits, Lt. Jason Cupps says Montgomery Fire and Rescue Crews are preparing to to respond to at least a dozen more calls on Independence Day. From property damage to serious injury, Cupps says the mishaps…

City of Montgomery Announces 4th of July Activities

Whether vacationing in Alabama’s River Region for the first time or staycationing at home for this year’s midweek patriotic celebration, Independence Day in Montgomery will offer something for everyone! “This Independence Day offers a variety of exciting events throughout the week for residents and visitors to celebrate our freedoms, and those who defend them, with fireworks, food and fun in…

Montgomery Celebrates the 4th of July

The city of Montgomery celebrated the Fourth of July Monday night with a big party at Riverfront Park. People took in the sights and sounds of the celebration from the park and boats on the Alabama River. Vivian Turner brought her family to the event and says it was a great time. “I’m really enjoying it,” she said, “I’m enjoying…

ALDOT Urges Drivers to Drive Safe for 4th of July HolidayTravel

Drivers taking to Alabama roads during the Fourth of July holiday should plan for increased traffic and allow extra time to reach their destination. As an added precaution during the heavily traveled holiday, the Alabama Department of Transportation announced today there would be no temporary lane closures on Alabama interstates after noon on Friday, July 1, through midnight, Monday, July…

Biscuits to celebrate July 4th a day early

MONTGOMERY, Ala.(biscuitsbaseball.com) – The Montgomery Biscuits will celebrate Independence Day on Sunday, July 3 at 6:35 p.m. at Riverwalk Stadium. Due to the Biscuits playing on the road in Mississippi on Monday, July 4, the Biscuits Independence Day Celebration is scheduled for Sunday night’s game against the Mobile BayBears. Following the game fans will enjoy a Patriotic-themed MAX Fireworks Show….