One dead after fire breaks out at Madison home
MADISON – A man is dead after a house fire in Madison on Thursday night. According to Madison Fire Spokesperson Dan Pickens, the fire started at a home at 155 Dublin Circle. Initial reports indicated flames had broken out inside the home. Dispatch immediately advised neighbors not to enter...
Down To Earth with Harman Ridge Homestead Farm in Gurley
GURLEY, Ala (WHNT) – “We try to work with nature, not against it.” For Matthew and Melissa Harman, that philosophy is the foundation of Harman Ridge Homestead. Rooted in a regenerative agriculture mindset at a homestead scale, their journey has been shaped by patience, intention, and a deep respect for the land....
Morgan County, AL – Winter Weather Update: Ice Threat Still a Concern; Sheriff Issues...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Morgan County, AL – Residents across Morgan County are being urged to prepare for potential winter weather impacts as freezing temperatures and the threat of ice remain possible in the region today and into...
2 arrested after meth, cocaine, more found in Boaz home
Two people were arrested in Marshall County following a narcotics investigation, which began at the beginning of January. The Marshall County Drug Task Force says 51-year-old Kenneth Wayne Reed is charged with drug trafficking, and 30-year-old Hannah Grace Moore is charged with conspiracy of drug trafficking. The...
Cooper’s Hawk opening brings wine-forward dining option to Madison
Madison’s dining scene is getting a new wine-forward addition next month, as Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants prepares to open its first Alabama location on February 9 along Highway 72. […] The post Cooper’s Hawk opening brings wine-forward dining option to Madison appeared first on 256 Today .
WATCH: How this local glass bead artist turns molten glass into beautiful beads
If you’re in search of handmade jewelry, look no further. Hale Fire Glass has everything you need. Using only fragile rods of glass + a flame, owner, Terry Hale, can create stunning pieces of jewelry. Think earrings, necklaces, beads to attach to pendants + so much more! Her pieces are all things colorful + magical.
Shopping centers in 2 Alabama cities have new owners
A Birmingham-based commercial real estate company is now handling management and leasing for two Alabama shopping centers following their sales. Westbury Square in Huntsville was recently acquired by LaSalle Investment Management. It is a 115,000-square-foot retail center anchored by TJ Maxx, Ross Dress for Less, and...
Timeline for snow, ice in north Alabama: When will freezing rain, sleet and dangerous...
Freezing rain, snow and bitterly cold temperatures are all possibilities for North Alabama this weekend. And now, the National Weather Service in Huntsville, is providing a timeline on when the wintry mix could arrive. According to the NWS update on Thursday afternoon, Lauderdale, Colbert and Franklin counties in...
Barbecue chain known for smoked meats opening its first Alabama location
Ohio-based casual BBQ chain City Barbeque recently broke ground on its first Alabama location. The restaurant, located at 11544 Memorial Pkwy Southwest in Huntsville, near the intersection of Hobbs Road and U.S. 231, is expected to open Feb. 9, according to a news release. “With meats smoked on-site, house-made...
Gov. Ivey declares state of emergency for 19 Alabama counties amid icy forecast
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WBMA) — Alabama Governor Kay Ivey issued a state of emergency Thursday, January 22 ahead of the anticipated wintery and icy forecast for the state. Ivey signed the proclamation for 19 northern counties including Blount, Cherokee, Colbert, Cullman, DeKalb, Etowah, Fayette, Franklin, Jackson, Lamar,...

















