Wetumpka - The Elmore County Sheriff’s Office continues to seek the public’s assistance in locating missing person William Austin Mathews. On August 31st, deputies responded to the Nixon’s Nook area of Wetumpka regardingMathews, who was reported missing by his parents. His father last saw him at their residence on August 29th, at approximately 11:00 a.m.… Continue reading Reward offered in search for missing Wetumpka man
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Russell Medical unveils new $1.5M surgery suite in Alexander City
Alexander City - Hospital leadership and community members gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of Russell Medical’s new Henderson Surgery Suite, a $1.5 million addition designed to revolutionize the hospital’s surgical services in Alexander City. That major new epansion will mean a much more streamlined and comfortable process for patients undergoing… Continue reading Russell Medical unveils new $1.5M surgery suite in Alexander City
Suspect wanted in Alexander City killing has been arrested
Alexander City - A man wanted in connection with a homicide in Alexander City, believed to have last been in the Sylacauga area, has now been arrested by the Alexander City Police Department. The Alexander City Police Department announced it arrested 26-year old Laderrion Rodrigas Benjamin, also known as “Benji,” on a murder charge stemming… Continue reading Suspect wanted in Alexander City killing has been arrested
SpringHouse at Russell Lands on Lake Martin can be tough to find, but well worth it according to revues
Lake Martin - Sometimes, “getting there” is part of the overall dinner experience. And, according to myfamilytravels.com, that’s the case for SpringHouse at Alexander City’s Russell Lands on Lake Martin, a true Farm-To-Table Dining Barn that’s located on what they describe as a “jaw-dropping hilltop location, well off the beaten path. And beyond the scenic… Continue reading SpringHouse at Russell Lands on Lake Martin can be tough to find, but well worth it according to revues
School start means more traffic, stronger enforcement
STATEWIDE, Ala. - with the start of a new school year, there are a few “gIvens” involved in your morning and afternoon plans, even if you don’t have kids in school. There will be more traffic on the roadways, as school busses, parents transporting children, and students licensed to drive will be making their way… Continue reading School start means more traffic, stronger enforcement
Alabama’s “Taylor’s law” determines drivers license eligibility age
Montgomery - Thanks to “Taylor’s Law” in Alabama, there is a new disciplinary point system that determines the age of student eligibility for a drivers license. And with a new schhool year about to start, students over the age of 12 need to be aware that disciplinary issues at school will delay their ability to… Continue reading Alabama’s “Taylor’s law” determines drivers license eligibility age
The FBI Birmingham office reports a rise in AI-related scams in Alabama
Birmingham - Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the most remarkable and most dangerous technological inventions in history. It accelerates data analysis, automates repetitive and time-consuming tasks and is always available. At the same time, it can displace jobs, is expensive, is not always correct, and can be used for fraud and scams. The latter… Continue reading The FBI Birmingham office reports a rise in AI-related scams in Alabama
Auburn’s NIL deal for the Baylor game in Atlanta could be the start of a new trend
Auburn - It was both puzzling and upsetting when it was announced that Auburn’s scheduled home game against Baylor woth instead by played at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, but the deal has taken on a new perspective that greatly benefits players via a lucrative NIL deal that could lead to more such neutral site game… Continue reading Auburn’s NIL deal for the Baylor game in Atlanta could be the start of a new trend
Alabama’s Back-to-School 2026 tax-free weekend is scheduled for July 17-19
Statewide – Alabama’s Back-to-Schol sales tax holiday weekend has been scheduled fbegins 12:01 a.m. on Friday, July 17, and ends midnight on Sunday, July 19. During many back to school purchases will be exempt from state sales taxes, as well as county and municipal sales taxes in jurisdictions that choose to participate. Included items include:Clothing… Continue reading Alabama’s Back-to-School 2026 tax-free weekend is scheduled for July 17-19
FBI warns of a rise in AI-related internet cyber-scams
Birmingham - Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the most remarkable and most dangerous technological inventions in history. It accelerates data analysis, automates repetitive and time-consuming tasks and is always available. At the same time, it can displace jobs, is expensive, is not always correct, and can be used for fraud and scams. The latter… Continue reading FBI warns of a rise in AI-related internet cyber-scams
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