Alabama’s longest serving tourism director retires, new director appointed
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — Governor Kay Ivey announced Wednesday that she has appointed Alabama’s next Tourism Director after the state’s longest-serving director of the department has retired. Lee Sentell has been Alabama’s Tourism Director since 2003 when he was appointed by Governor Bob Riley. In a release, Gov. Ivey sai
Auburn man killed in Tallapoosa County crash
TALLAPOOSA COUNTY, Ala. (WSFA) - A man from Auburn has died following a two-vehicle crash that happened in Tallassee Tuesday evening, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. The incident happened around 7:40 p.m. on U.S. 280 just southeast of Camp Hill. State Troopers say 82-year-old Hugh W. Smith was...
Alabama state employees could see health benefit changes amid ‘difficult choices’
The board overseeing health insurance for Alabama state employees will likely consider benefit changes and withdrawals from a trust fund amid financial uncertainty, rising health costs and “difficult choices,” its CEO said Wednesday. Changes could be presented to the State Employees Insurance Board (SEIB) in September,
TA opens ‘railroad-inspired’ Alabama store with 178 truck parking spots
TravelCenters of America (TA) recently opened a store in Robertsdale, Alabama, with “the unique Derail Diner, train tracks running through the property, and a full range of amenities for professional drivers and travelers.” The Robertsdale store is located off I-10 at Exit 53. “Beyond the amenities, TA Robertsdale offe
When is tax-free weekend in Alabama? Where to shop and what qualifies
If you purchase a product through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. Alabama’s annual back-to-school tax-free weekend will take place over the course of days in 2026. During this time, Alabamians will have the opportunity to purchase qualifying clothing, shoes, school supplies, books and computers without
Prattville resident arrested for retail theft 2nd degree
On July 13, 2026, Millbrook police officers responded to Walmart with regard to a theft of property in progress. Walmart loss prevention personnel observed an unidentified female enter the business, walking throughout the business for several hours, concealing items inside of her purse and a bag that she obtained while
Gulf storm monitored as rain chances increase this weekend
An area of low pressure in the northeastern Gulf of Mexico has a 20% chance of tropical development this weekend, which could bring widespread thunderstorms and potentially hazardous boating conditions by Sunday.
Alabama boy in need of bone marrow transplant
CBS 42's Avery Boyce shares how one sibling could save the life of another.
ADPH confirms 11 cyclosporiasis cases in Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - The Alabama Department of Public Health announced Wednesday that 11 cases of cyclosporiasis have been reported in the state since May 1. The illness is spread through consuming the parasite through food or drink. An exact list of products causing the spread at not currently known.
Wetumpka homeowners see bear twice within hours
A bear seen moving across the River Region was spotted at a home in Wetumpka twice within 24 hours, authorities say.

















