Alabama DHR: November SNAP benefits update
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) received notification the night of Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service (FNS). As per FNS, this was “a follow up to the guidance shared on October 10, October 24, November 4, November 5, and...
Governor Ivey Honors Alabama Veterans and Families in Veterans Day Message
On Monday, Governor Kay Ivey of Alabama released a video message ahead of Veterans Day. She recognized the nearly 400,000 veterans and their families living in Alabama. The message was shared as the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, noting the ongoing role of military service in the country.
Alabama man’s request to mow Arlington Cemetery gains national attention
An Alabama man known for providing free lawn care to those in need, and teaching today’s youth to do the same, is hoping to mow the Arlington National Cemetery as a way to honor the veterans who rest there. Huntsville’s Rodney Smith Jr. is the founder of Raising Men...
Former Prattville Winn-Dixie reopens as Piggly Wiggly
The former Winn-Dixie store on East Main Street in Prattville has reopened as a Piggly Wiggly, as Winn-Dixie continues its exit from Alabama and other states. Store managers say they are glad to be able to keep the store operating under new ownership and a new brand. The associates of Winn-Dixie were offered jobs at...
Alabama leaders say the government will reopen shortly
Thousands of federal employees in the Tennessee Valley have been off the job and without a paycheck since Oct. 1.
New Mardi Gras License Plate Celebrates Alabama Tradition
(WDNews) — Alabama drivers can now show their Mardi Gras pride with a brand-new specialty license plate celebrating the state’s deep Carnival roots. The Alabama Department of Revenue has approved the Mardi Gras tag, designed by local artist Reagan Windsor and sponsored by the Birthplace of Mardi Gras Foundation based...
City of Montgomery opening warming center, changing bus routes
The City of Montgomery is opening its warming center due to the sub-freezing temperatures that are expected. The warming center will be open from 7PM tonight until 7AM on Tuesday. It is located at 1751 Congressman Dickinson Drive. No pets are allowed. Due to space constraints, the city says those...
National Action Network Montgomery chapter hosts hot meal giveaway
The Local National Action Network Channel is doing what they can the help amidst the government shutdown.
Montgomery to hold annual Veterans Day Parade on Dexter Avenue
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - The City of Montgomery is inviting community members to join in honoring the nation’s veterans at the annual Veterans Day Parade on Dexter Avenue on Tuesday. This year’s parade will include a special tribute to Vietnam War veterans, along with a lineup of marching bands...
Montgomery church hosts ceremony to say ‘thank you’ to veterans
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Frazer Church in Montgomery took time this weekend to honor those who have served our country. Inside Frazer Church, veterans and community members came together — not just to remember, but to say thank you. “The most honorable people in our country, that are least...
