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Fans Share Excitement About the Return of The SLE Rodeo

The SLE Rodeo has always been an exciting time for families every year in Montgomery Alabama. Since the rodeo is back families get to be out again seeing their favorite cowboys and cowgirls from across the nation compete for a spot in the Las Vegas competition. Some families are excited to have their children competing in competitions like the Junior…

2021 SLE Rodeo Week Preview

The annual SLE Livestock and Rodeo are back in Montgomery this week. The 2020 Rodeo was canceled this time last year after the first case of COVID-19 entered Alabama. Just one year later officials are ready to bring the show back to life with a few changes. The shows will have limited seating and masks will be required to make…

Two Million More Alabamians Will Soon Be Eligible to Get the COVID-19 Vaccine

Alabama is officially entering phase 1-c of vaccinations which includes people who are 55 or older. The Alabama department of public health says Alabama will get more Pfizer and Moderna vaccines by March 22nd. Another 5,800 doses of Johnson & Johnson are coming to Alabama in the next two weeks, and the state will be adding 131 new sites to…

Senator McClendon Creates a New Lottery Bill

Will state lawmakers take a gamble on a new lottery bill after the Senate rejected a measure this week? Now another senator is offering up a proposal he hopes will pay off. A new lottery bill is being introduced in the senate. Despite Senator Del Marsh’s Bill not being passed on Tuesday, the Alabama legislature is not giving up on…

Montgomery Man Sentenced to Over 6 Years in Prison After Drugs Found in 5-Year-Old Girl’s Backpack

On Friday, February 23, 2021, Tawasaki Williams, 35, of Montgomery, was sentenced to 75 months (6 years 3 months) in prison for possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime, announced Acting U.S. Attorney Sandra J. Stewart. In addition to his prison sentence, Williams was ordered to…

Post COVID Traveling is Expected to Increase By 2022

Many people are experiencing extreme cabin fever from being stuck at home and are longing to see the world again. Travel agents suggest that now is the best time to begin those vacation plans including ones for next year. The Alabama World Travel agency is encouraging people to begin booking those trips for the remainder of this year. With more…

One Place Family Justice Center held Press Conference to Discuss How Cases Rise During COVID

One Place Family Justice Center held a press conference today to discuss the increase in domestic violence during the pandemic. Domestic violence has always been a serious problem nationwide, with over 300,00 calls to the national hotline per year. The Justice center spoke about how COVID-19 has contributed to the increase of calls and cases. It was announced that the…

Biscuits Host Children’s Home Charity Kickball Tournament, Saturday

The Montgomery Biscuits will be hosting a charity kickball tournament, Saturday March 6, to raise money for Brantwood Children’s home in Montgomery. The tournament kicks off at 10am on Saturday at Riverwalk Stadium. Masks are required and will be available, as well as temperatures will be checked at the gate. “You and your family, or people you come with can…

Volunteers Needed for Second Dose COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics in Montgomery

Volunteers are still needed to help with the second dose vaccine clinics that are being held next Monday through Friday, March 1-5, in Montgomery. The people needed would help with paperwork and organization. Others will be needed for the actual vaccines, and those folks must be licensed. The clinics are being held at Montgomery Fire Station 9, which is at…

Preview: 63rd Annual SLE Rodeo in Montgomery

Today at the Alabama Cattleman Association’s annual SLE Rodeo luncheon, officials spoke about what will make this year’s events like none other before. The 63rd Annual SLE Rodeo is here once again, but this year is going to be a little different. The rodeo was canceled last year due to the pandemic but this year the fun of the rodeo…