Prattville kindergarten teacher begins a new chapter after school closure
PRATTVILLE, Ala. (WSFA) - “PKS is the best.” That’s the motto at Prattville Kindergarten School, and some would argue it’s even better now that the school has relocated to a brand-new building with new resources—and new teachers like Mrs. Nicole Smith. “I’m surrounded by other...
TJ Maxx coming to Wetumpka to open its 28th Alabama location
TJ Maxx, the popular off-price retailer, is coming to Wetumpka. The City of Wetumpka announced in late August that TJ Maxx will reside at Toulouse Village Shopping Center, located at 5266 U.S. Highway 231. “This is an exciting addition to Toulouse Village and a great benefit for our residents. Retail...
U.S. Space Command officials meet with North Alabama leaders
After just one year of being under a new chief, the Littleville Police Department is already making strides in the community. A shoals police department wants to lend a helping paw to the local animal shelter by hosting a donation drive. New Colbert County jail bid gets approved. Updated: 5...
Man killed in overnight house fire
The Alabama Department of Mental Health and statewide partners are uniting in strength, dignity, hope, and purpose to save lives.
Two Alabama country artists among leaders in CMA nominations
The County Music Association’s newly announced nominations feature a strong Alabama contingent, including one artist tied for most nominations for the upcoming 59th annual CMA Awards. Ella Langley, the breakout artist from Hope Hull, is tied with Megan Moroney and Lainey Wilson for most nominations, with six. Riley...
Veterinarian killed, left in dog park; suspect arrested
The 59-year-old was found dead in a wooded area of the park this weekend.
Three people arrested following drug bust in Alabama
ALABAMA — Three people are facing charges after a major drug bust in the Almont area of Montevallo, authorities announced. On Thursday, September 4, the Shelby County Drug Enforcement Task Force, assisted by the Shelby County Tactical Response Unit, executed a search warrant at a home on Davis Hawkins Street....
Alabama Department of Mental Health encourages drug addiction recover for National Recovery Month
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - If you or a loved one have ever struggled with substance abuse, you know how hard it can be to get sober no matter the substance. “Recovery is possible. We do recover, “ said Mark Litvine, a substance use peer coordinator with the Alabama Department of Mental Health. ”There are 25 million...
State Sen. April Weaver tapped to co-chair rural roadmap healthcare committee under Alabama Growth...
State Sen. April Weaver, (R-Brierfield), has been chosen to help steer a statewide effort aimed at strengthening healthcare access in Alabama’s rural communities. She will serve as co-chair of the Rural Roadmap Initiative’s healthcare committee, a panel tasked with drafting policies and legislation to address...
Jumbo Package: Alabama takes a step in the right direction, Wisconsin up next
Happy Monday, everyone. Things are much happier around here this week, after Alabama properly dismantled its cupcake on Saturday night. The Tide moved up to 19th in the AP poll, where the SEC is represented in historic fashion. The SEC had been the only conference to have 10 teams ranked...