Montgomery - Each year, thousands of Alabamians are victims of violence, and in their despair, they wonder where to turn. Their spouse may have been murdered, a loved one may have been sexually assaulted, or their child may have endured abuse. Possibly, they’ve survived a random shooting or escaped domestic violence. Victims desperately need assistance… Continue reading New ‘AVAP’ App Enhances Crime Victims’ Access to Vital Services
A beautiful Monday belies a risk of severe storms Wednesday night
Western Alabama - A beautiful Monday is at hand across Central Alabama with highs climbing into the upper 70s and low 80s under mostly sunny skies! However, The National Weather Service is keeping a close eye on Wednesday night into Thursday morning. A Slight Risk (Level 2/5) for severe storms has been introduced for the… Continue reading A beautiful Monday belies a risk of severe storms Wednesday night
Pell City elementary school evacuated after air conditioner unit catches fire
Pell City - Around 9:30 a.m. Friday morning (5/1), Pell City Fire Chief Jerry Dailey says his department got a call on a possible fire at Coosa Valley Elementary School. He says fire crews arrived within five minutes of the call. School officials say the fire was from an A/C unit that caught fire next… Continue reading Pell City elementary school evacuated after air conditioner unit catches fire
Free breakfast coming to all students in Auburn City Schools
Auburn - Auburn City School officials announced this week that their schools will offer free breakfast for all students in the area throughout the 2026-2027 school year. The school system was awarded the Alabama School Breakfast Grant, funded by state legislators, which allows every student to eat breakfast for free, ensuring they all have access… Continue reading Free breakfast coming to all students in Auburn City Schools
Weather cooperated for a steady crowd at the 2026 Grits Festival
Childersburg - In spite of the threat of rain, the 2026 Grits Festival enjoyed a steady stream of visitors to Kymulga Grist Mill Park over the weekend for the annual fund-raising event. Partly cloudy skies and pleasant temperatures greeted guests as they shopped a strong line-up of over 40 vendors. A petting zoo included exotic… Continue reading Weather cooperated for a steady crowd at the 2026 Grits Festival
Shelby County jury has convicted a Birmingham decorator of Theft by Deception
Shelby County - A Birmingham decorator has been convicted in Shelby County of theft after authorities say she bilked a client out of thousands of dollars. A Shelby County jury last week convicted 40-year-old Lindsey Erin Davis of first-degree theft by deception, District Attorney Matt Casey announced Friday. Trial evidence showed that the owner of… Continue reading Shelby County jury has convicted a Birmingham decorator of Theft by Deception
CVMC presents another “Community Links” program on Monday, May 4th
Sylacauga - The next Community Links from Coosa Valley Medical Center will be held on Monday, May 4, 2026 at the B.B. Comer Memorial Library, starting with lunch at 11:00 a.m., with a presentation at Noon. Are there symptoms you’ve been ignoring? They could be telling you something important. Join CVMC for an engaging presentation,… Continue reading CVMC presents another “Community Links” program on Monday, May 4th
Talladega County officials are asking for information after rare, unique firearms from World War I, II stolen
Talladega County - Officials in Talladega County are asking for information in connection to a recent robbery where multiple rare and unique items were stolen. According to Crime Stoppers and the Talladega County Sheriff’s Office, a home on Horns Lane Road was broken into between April 13-20 by one or more people. who accessed a… Continue reading Talladega County officials are asking for information after rare, unique firearms from World War I, II stolen
Rape suspect shoots and kills himself as SWAT prepares to make arrest
Cropwell - According to the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Department, a rape suspect fatally shot himself in the head as SWAT officers prepared to arrest him. The death of 45-year-old Jeffry Edwards of Cropwell will be investigated by the Oxford Police Department at the sheriff’s office request. The death occurred during an investigation of the… Continue reading Rape suspect shoots and kills himself as SWAT prepares to make arrest
Opelika has announced a new industry – Hanwha Defense USA
Opelika - The City of Opelika has announced that Hanwha Defense USA is establishing a site in Opelika that will serve as the U.S. integration and test facility for Hanwha’s family of K9 Mobile Howitzers. Hanwha Defense USA has signed a three-year lease as part of the company’s strategic commitment to invest in the U.S.… Continue reading Opelika has announced a new industry – Hanwha Defense USA
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