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Secretary of State on Runoff Election Preparations

We are now less than a week away from the runoff elections, and Secretary of State John Merrill is predicting voter turnout will be between 17-18%, which is higher than in past years. Some of the statewide offices moving to runoffs include Attorney General and Lieutenant Governor.  There are also many local runoffs including races for congress, state senate and…

Redland Community Bands Together to Support Orsi Family

Counselors were at Redland Elementary School Monday for anyone struggling with the apparent murder-suicide over the weekend.  As the community mourns, they’re also banding together to support the three Orsi girls who lost everything. Christy Wright worked with Charlene Orsi at Redland Elementary School, she remembers her love for everyone she met, especially her students. “She was the most giving…

Coosa River Safety Concerns

There’s a new call for safety on the Coosa River.  This comes after a 15-year-old drowned last week while swimming with friends in downtown Wetumpka. At Coosa River Adventures Monday, two groups are gearing up for a day kayaking on the Coosa River.  Owner Chris Carter is giving his routine safety talk but today he speaks of a young life…

Reaction to MPS Board Primary Election

After last night’s primary election, it looks like changes will be coming to the Montgomery Public School Board. Incumbent Melissa Snowden was defeated and Board President Robert Porterfield is moving to a runoff. Newcomer Jannah Bailey defeated Snowden on the republican side of the District Five race, and board president Robert Porterfield will face off with Claudia Mitchell in a…

Governor Ivey Makes Final Push for Votes

We are less than 24 hours from the primary elections for multiple local and statewide offices.  We’ve been following the campaigns closely for months now, especially the race for governor. Governor Kay Ivey had a busy final day on the campaign trail, making five stops across the state.  Ivey is feeling confident and encouraged going into election day, but says…

Preparing for Hurricane Season

We are now just two days away from Hurricane Season and now is the time to get prepared.  From emergency kits for your family to flood insurance, it can be a lot to think about. The Governor’s Office of Volunteer Services is urging everyone to have an emergency kit ready to go in case of severe weather.  This should have…

Cleanup Underway After Alberto Hits Alabama

Many people across the Montgomery area spent some of the day without power after Alberto knocked down trees in many neighborhoods, and now cleanup is underway and many people are thankful no one was seriously hurt. On Sayre Street in Montgomery two people had minor injuries when a tree came toppling down on a home.  On Kenny Avenue, Montgomery Fire…

Tree Falls Near Home on Kenny Street

 A large tree fell near A home on Kenny Street just after 5 this morning. A family was inside at the time, but they were able to exit the home with help from Montgomery Fire Officials. No one was injured. Categories: News Tags: Alabama News Network, Local News, weather

2 People Injured After Tree Falls on House

Montgomery Fire Officials have confirmed 2 people were injured when a tree fell onto a house in the 800 block of Sayre Street just after 4 this morning. Their injuries are considered to be minor. Categories: News Tags: Alabama News Network, Local News, weather

Gas Prices Up as Holiday Weekend Approaches

As many people prepare to hit the road for Memorial Day weekend, AAA says this is the highest gas prices have been going into the holiday since 2014. The state average this time last year was $2.10 a gallon, it’s up to $2.65 this year.  AAA Alabama says price shopping for the cheapest gas can help drive gas prices back down,…