Paddlesports Leaders to Offer Affordable Kayaking 101 Classes
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) and Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) are teaming up with paddlesports leaders to offer low-cost beginner kayaking classes Saturday, May 16 at Montgomery Whitewater to kick off National Safe Boating Week. This is the first year for Kayaking 101 in Alabama....
This Alabama ‘economic powerhouse’ is nation’s best for graduates seeking jobs, study says
New college graduates looking for work are finding it in the Magic City. A new study from payroll processor ADP says Birmingham is the top city for newly-minted graduates. And it’s apparently a boom time for new job seekers in the South. Six of the top 10 cities are in the South.
Police searching for missing 12-year-old in Alabama
ALABAMA — The Dothan Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing 12-year-old girl. According to police, Kamora Pullom was last seen around 1 a.m. on May 4 riding her bicycle near the IHOP located at 3407 Ross Clark Circle. Authorities said Kamora was wearing a gray jacket and black pants […] The post Police searching for missing 12-year...
Alabama primary 2026: Voters will decide these 2 constitutional amendments
Voters will decide the fate of two statewide amendments to the Alabama Constitution when they go to the polls for the primary on May 19. These are the two ballot issues that voters will decide:. Statewide Amendment 1 is a proposed expansion of Aniah’s Law, which concerns the right to...
Two people arrested following drug bust in Alabama
ALABAMA — Two people have been arrested on drug trafficking charges following a narcotics investigation in Monroe County, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Tom Boatwright said complaints from community members prompted deputies to execute a search warrant in the Frisco City area. The operation was carried out by deputies assigned to the […] The post Two people arrested following drug bust in Alabama...
Think Gothic cathedrals are only in Europe? See these 5 in Alabama
When people think of Gothic churches, they often picture European landmarks —cathedrals in Paris, arches in England, and centuries of history across the Atlantic. But the same dramatic architecture can be found in the United States as well. In fact, some of the most impressive Gothic-style churches are right here at home in Alabama. Bringing these hidden gems to light, a World Atlas...
Montgomery launches Street Market trail
A new event series in Montgomery looks to showcase the deeper culture within Montgomery with the launch of the Montgomery Street Market Trail.
Stanhope Elmore JROTC honors cadet achievements at 14th annual awards ceremony
The Stanhope Elmore High School Army JROTC Mustang Battalion filled the school gymnasium with pride and applause May 1, as cadets, families, community members, and presenters gathered for the program’s 14th annual awards ceremony honoring the 2025-26 school year. More than 100 cadets sat together as their achievements in...
Rain and storms return for midweek
We'll wrap up the weekend on a pleasant note. The middle of next week will bring out next round of active weather with welcome rain, but also the potential for some stronger storms. For the rest of the today look for plenty of sunshine and pleasant conditions. Temperatures will be...
Alabama wages hit record high as workforce participation lags
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Alabama’s unemployment rate remained near historic lows in March and wages hit a new record, but the state’s labor force participation rate continued to trail the national rate by more than four percentage points. The state’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 2.7%, unchanged...

















