Guardian Credit Union Great Grits Cook-Off returns for its 13th year
The Great Grits Cook-Off is back for its 13th year, bringing one of Prattville’s favorite community traditions back for another morning of delicious food, friendly competition, and family fun. Now officially known as the Guardian Credit Union Great Grits Cook-Off, the event continues its partnership with Guardian Credit Union...
Missing Selma woman finally identified after months
The Autauga County Sheriffs Office, in conjunction with the Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences (DFS), has officially identified the remains discovered earlier this year in Mulberry Creek on 3/17/2026. On March 17, 2026, maintenance workers servicing a railroad bridge near the Autauga and Dallas County line located the remains of...
Maroon shines brighter than gold as Morehouse leaves Cramton Bowl victorious
The 90th Morehouse-Tuskegee Classic brought the longtime rivals to Cramton Bowl in Montgomery, Alabama, on Oct. 3, where Morehouse earned a 30-28 victory behind quarterback Miles Scott’s career-high 392 passing yards. Tuskegee missed a potential game-winning 59-yard field goal on the final play, securing Morehouse’s second consecutive victory in...
Oak Mountain falls short to Prattville after late surge
PRATTVILLE – The Oak Mountain Eagles dropped a region contest at Prattville on Thursday, Oct. 8, 35-10. The visiting Eagles (1-6 overall, 0-5 in Class 6A, Region 3) got on the board first with a 30-yard field goal by Hayes Wiley about 4 minutes into the game. But Prattville...
Alabama National Fair kicks off with officials monitoring weekend storm threat
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WAKA)- The Alabama National Fair kicked off it’s ’11 Best Days of Fall’ Thursday night, welcoming hundreds people through the gates for opening night. This year’s fair includes more than 52 rides, exhibits, shows, and of course, dozens of food vendors. Thursday marked WAKA...
Alabama National Fair opens for its annual 11-day run
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - The Alabama National Fair opened for its 11-day run, drawing visitors for rides, food, and games. Fairgoers said rides were a main attraction on opening night. “I’m excited to be here. My favorite rides are the Ferris wheel and roller coasters,” said David Darley.
Alabama ed tech commission works toward final recommendations
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – As the deadline to make recommendations to the governor approaches, the Alabama group studying the use of technology in education met in Montgomery Wednesday to refine its suggestions about how and when educators should incorporate technology in the classroom. Coming to the group from a variety...
Autauga County awarded $432,000 for I-65, U.S. 31 study
AUTAUGA COUNTY, Ala. – Autauga County, in partnership with the Central Alabama Regional Planning and Development Commission (CARPDC), has been awarded a $432,000 grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) through the agency’s Fiscal Year 2025 Disaster Supplemental Grant Program. The funding will support a comprehensive economic development analysis of the Interstate 65/U.S. Highway 31 Interchange Corridor, one of the county’s most strategically important transportation and gro
Autauga County budget allows Sheriff’s office to hire new deputies
For the first time in more than a decade, the Autauga County Sheriff’s Office will be able to hire new deputies. The positions are made possible by additional funding included in the county’s recently approved FY2027 budget. Applications are now open for those interested in joining the department.
Montgomery city, county leaders warn residents to be storm ready ahead of Isaias
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WAKA) – Crews in Montgomery are busy preparing for the impacts of Hurricane Isaias ahead of this weekend. Montgomery mayor Steven Reed, U.S. Congressman Shomari Figures and other EMA and county leaders held a press conference Thursday to provide the latest information and guidance for residents ahead of the storm.
