memorial day weekend

What’s Happening: May 26-29

The long Memorial Day weekend gives us time to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom, but also provides time for some other activities.

Tallassee National Guard Unit Deployed To Poland

  Almost 70 soldiers out of Tallassee have been called to active duty and will deploy across waters. Family and friends, as well as the community, came together on Tallassee High School’s football field to observe an Alabama Army National Guard unit in a ceremony on Sunday before they head to Poland. Upon their arrival, the unit will work to…

Growing Concerns Over a Possible Second Wave of Coronavirus Infections After Memorial Day Weekend

Less than one week after Governor Kay Ivey’s amended safer at home order, people flocked to Alabama lakes and beaches for Memorial Day weekend. State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris says there is concern of a spike in new coronavirus cases, after thousands of people could be seen on the beaches and lakes. “We know this disease transmits very easily when…

What You Need to Know to Stay Safe on the Water This Holiday Weekend

Montgomery, Ala (ANN)- As Memorial Day Weekend is in full swing, lots of people have decided to venture outdoors and spend most of their holiday out in nature. Take a look as Alabama News Network’s Chief Photographer Bill Gill spent time on the water with Alabama’s Game Wardens,  the law enforcement agency responsible for patrolling it all. Conservation Enforcement Officers…

ALEA Marine Patrol Preparing for “Massive” Memorial Day

Law enforcement marine patrol officers are preparing for what they say is their busiest holiday of the year: Memorial Day. The holiday is often referred to as the “unofficial” start of summer. And it’s a time when thousands are expected to head to Alabama’s lakes, rivers, and beaches. That includes Lake Martin in Alexander City, where several boating accidents happened…

ALEA Troopers Urge Motorists, Boaters to Make Memorial Day Weekend Safe

Summer’s unofficial kickoff is just days away, and ALEA Troopers urge motorists and boaters to make safety a top priority. ALEA’s Secretary Hal Taylor said, “Memorial Day weekend is a popular time for road trips to the beach, lake or other warm weather hot spots. With the public’s assistance on Alabama roadways and waterways, we all can have fun, as…

ALDOT Urge Motorists to Drive Safely Memorial Day Weekend

The number of vehicles on Alabama highways during the Memorial Day holiday is expected to be higher than normal as the summer travel season begins. The Alabama Department of Transportation urges motorists to drive safely during the busy holiday period. As an added precaution during the heavily traveled holiday, ALDOT announced today there would be no temporary lane closures on…