Montgomery bridal shop closes after 64 years following owner’s death
The dresses will move on, but Betty Overton's daughter says the love sewn into the shop will walk down the aisle forever.
Earthquake Strikes Alabama During Overnight Hours
According to USGS, Alabama was rattled by an earthquake during the overnight hours. A relatively weak earthquake rated as a magnitude 2.1 event struck near Tuscaloosa in the west central part of the state. The earthquake rattled the area at 1:53 am today and the earthquake’s epicenter had a depth of 4.2 km.
The 10 Snowiest Cities in Alabama (Surprising Snowfall Spots)
Alabama, a state more commonly associated with its warm, humid climate, surprises many when it comes to winter weather. While it doesn't compete with northern ... Read more The post The 10 Snowiest Cities in Alabama (Surprising Snowfall Spots) appeared first on Climate Cosmos .
Central Alabama Water Board Votes to remove DEI Program
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Monday, the Central Alabama Water Board voted to remove the HUB (Historically Underutilized Businesses) policy dedicated to inclusivity of minority and underutilized businesses after a four to two vote. “In order to comply with Alabama law, we are directed to operate this utility in the most...
Alabama Department of Corrections searching for escaped inmate in Jefferson County
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — The Alabama Department of Corrections is searching for an inmate who escaped after leaving her assigned job location Saturday afternoon in Hoover. According to the Alabama Department of Corrections, Alexus Uniqu Percival-Lolley left her assigned job location at around 2:53 p.m....
Jackson Hospital files lawsuit against Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Jackson Hospital is suing the largest health insurance company in the state. Jackson Hospital CEO John Quinlivan said in a statement that the lawsuit, filed Thursday, seeks damages against Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama after the insurance company allegedly failed to provide the...
Montgomery man convicted of federal drug trafficking
A Montgomery man has been convicted of federal drug trafficking. A federal jury convicted 36-year-old Arsenio Hall of conspiracy to distribute controlled substances and possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, cocaine, a synthetic cannabinoid, and marijuana, Acting U.S. Attorney Kevin Davidson said....
Alabama most biodiverse state in the U.S. according to The Nature Conservancy
The Nature Conservancy (TNC), one of the nation’s largest and most respected conservation organizations, featured Alabama’s biodiversity in a lengthy Instagram post this week. Posted Dec. 17, the first graphic teases, “One of the most biodiverse states in the U.S.? You might be surprised.”. Alabama is home...
Alabama and Mississippi Under Tornado Watch as Severe Storms Bring Risk of Tornadoes, Damaging...
ALABAMA AND MISSISSIPPI — A Tornado Watch has been issued for parts of northern and central Alabama and eastern Mississippi as a strengthening storm system moves through the region. The watch remains in effect until 9:00 PM CST, with forecasters warning that conditions are favorable for a couple of tornadoes, along...
Why Space Force flags are now flying in Alabama
A new flag will be waving high across Alabama for the next few days. The U.S. Space Force flag will be flown high at state rest areas and welcome centers to honor the birthday of the U.S. Space Force, Dec. 20, 2019. It will be flown with a “weeklong, statewide...
