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Selma native to perform in AMP Selma Concert Series

From the West Alabama Newsroom– The Levitt AMP Selma Summer Concert Series is winding down — but it’s not over yet. And this Saturday’s line-up of performers — includes some home-grown talent from the Queen City. Selma native Kenny Keith, Jr. — AKA — Mr. Soul Keeper — is a promising new recording artist — heating up the music scene….

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 off this Saturday — at the amphitheater in Selma. And the Queen City will be jumping — down on the riverfront every Saturday evening — for…

Demopolis City Landing Gets Multi-Million $$$ Upgrade

From the West Alabama Newsroom– A multi-million dollar improvement project is underway to enhance the Demopolis City Landing. “This is about a $3 million dollar project that is going to completely transform the face of this facility.” Trucks are bringing tons of rocks into the Demopolis City Landing. And workers with heavy equipment — are spreading it out — and…

Plans for Fourth of July Celebration Announced in Selma

From the West Alabama Newsroom– The city of Selma is hosting a big Fourth of July Celebration this year — down on the Riverfront. City officials announced the event at a press conference Monday morning. Festivities will include a fireworks show — the grand opening of the riverfront splash pad — a concert — and a parade. The celebration is…

EXTRA: Plans to Expand Montgomery Riverfront

Alabama News Network is getting a first look at plans to expand Montgomery’s Riverfront. The Riverfront Greenway Trail will connect the Riverfront to parts of North Montgomery.  Lois Cortell with the City of Montgomery shared the plans to build close to a mile long walking and biking trail starting at Riverfront Park. The project would not be possible without a $35,000…

Long-Awaited Splash Pad on Selma Riverfront Finally Finished

From the West Alabama Newsroom– Kids in Selma will have a fun new way to beat the heat — when summer rolls back around next year. The long-awaited splash pad at Butterfly Park on the riverfront — is now fully operational. The splash pad features 20 different water sprays — and a water dump. When it’s turned on — kids…

Riverfront Sinkholes Cause Concern in Selma

From the West Alabama Newsroom– A series of sinkholes on the riverfront in Selma has city leaders concerned for the safety of people who visit Riverfront Park. A massive sinkhole has formed near the concrete steps leading down into the park. “Well, it’s a cave-in. And in my opinion, it may have started 20 years ago, 10 years ago, 5…