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Butler County arrests Nov. 2-8

* Kelvionte R. Brown (21): Falsely reporting incident-fire/crime/catastrophe/other emergency. * Jahoganis J. Herbert (22): Domestic violence third harassment. * Demario Oneal McCall (37): Failure to appear/comply/pay (6 counts) * Robert Wade (60): Disorderly conduct/disturbing peace. * William Henry Ward (48): Failure to appear/comply/pay (2 counts) Nov. 3. * Nathaniel Anthony...

Butler County, AL · 1d

The Montgomery Advertiser

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Alabama lawmaker pleads guilty to felony one day after election

HAYNEVILLE − One day after being re-elected, an Alabama lawmaker has pleaded guilty to felony forgery charges, records in Lowndes County Circuit Court show. State Representative Kelvin Lawrence, 51, D-Hayneville, entered the plea to a forgery charge on Nov. 4, records show. The general election was Nov. 3. Lawrence did not return phone calls or emails seeking comment for this story. Lawrence represents District 69, which covers portions of Autauga, Lowndes, Montgomery and Wilcox counties. He was first elected to the post in 2014, according to his profile posted on the Alabama Legislature's website. Lawrence was charged in July 2024 with forgery and criminal possession of a forged instrument. The forgery charge Lawrence pleaded guilty to is a Class C felony, with a punishment range of one to 10 years in prison. The charges stem from Lawrence forging or altering a builder's license with the intent to defraud, court records show. He was sentenced to 12 months in prison, but had that sentence suspended when the judge allowed him the enter a pre-trial diversion program, court records show, Lawrence must complete 300 hours of community service at a court approved nonprofit organization, records show. If the community service requirement is

Alabama · 3d

blackbeltnewsnetwork.com

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Alabama college, university counties shift toward Democrats in midterms

While Democrats saw gains in every Alabama county last week, shifts in counties holding three of the state’s major universities were notable. In Tuscaloosa County, home of the University of Alabama, Democratic gubernatorial nominee Doug Jones won 54%-45% over Republican gubernatorial nominee Tommy Tuberville, a reversal from 2022, when Republican Gov. Kay Ivey won against Democratic nominee Yolanda Flowers, 62%-34%.

Alabama · 1d

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ALDOT seeks public input on widening AL-167

ALDOT has proposed turning 31 miles of the roadway into a five-lane highway before transitioning to a four-lane divided highway from Troy to Enterprise.

Troy, AL · 3d

luvernejournal.com

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Council members speak out about Averett's termination

Two Brantley council members are speaking out about the town’s decision to terminate longtime Police Chief Titus Averett. Lorey Bogen and Alfredia Wiley spoke at Tuesday’s meeting and said they were not included in the decision to fire Averette. According to Bogen, Averett has been on medical leave,...

Brantley, AL · 2d

Brewton Standard

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County residents may receive storm assistance

Escambia County residents, homeowners, renters, and business owners may be eligible for assistance through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Disaster Loan Program, according to information released by Justin Jordan, Escambia County Emergency Management Director. This assistance is available through Florida’s SBA disaster declaration and includes the following contiguous Alabama...

Escambia County, AL · 2d

Troy Messenger

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Gov. Ivey announces Alabama’s Opportunity Zones, including one in Pike County

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has announced that more than 100 areas in Alabama have been approved as Alabama Opportunity Zones, including an area in Pike County. The Opportunity Zones Program encourages long-term private investment in economically distressed communities through tax incentives. A total of 141 newly approved Opportunity Zones in Alabama include 65 rural and 76 non-rural census tracts in 66 different counties, including Pike County. These new destinations go into effect on Jan. 1, 2027.

Alabama · 3d

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Freezing Temperatures Possible This Weekend: Freeze Watch in Effect for Parts of the Gulf Coast

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - A blast of much colder air is heading toward the Gulf Coast this weekend, bringing the potential for our first widespread freezing temperatures of the season across parts of southwest Alabama and southeast Mississippi. After several days of cooler weather, temperatures are expected to take another...

Mississippi · 1d

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Lowndes County Commission shakeup could shift stance on data center

LOWNDES COUNTY, Ala. (WSFA) - Changes on the Lowndes County Commission could influence future decisions about a controversial data center coming to the county. The commission has faced criticism for recently approving construction of the data center with a 20-year tax abatement. Clifford “Cee” Jackson was sworn in as the...

Lowndes County, AL · 1d

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Alabama lawmakers demand answers on prison projects ahead of Tuberville administration

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WBMA) — Alabama lawmakers are demanding answers about the state's ongoing prison construction projects, raising concerns about costs, delays and plans to transition the projects to Governor-elect Tommy Tuberville's administration. During Thursday's meeting of the Legislature's Joint Contract Review Committee, lawmakers questioned representatives from the Alabama Department...

Alabama · 1d

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Cold snap this weekend with a freeze warning and frost advisory in place

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - A cold front has brought much cooler, drier weather to the Gulf Coast. Sunshine will stick around through the weekend, but cold nights could bring frost and a light freeze to some communities. Winds and beach hazards are expected to increase early next week. TODAY: SUNSHINE...

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Housing is top need for Coffee County veterans, group says

ENTERPRISE, Ala. (WTVY) - A key gets a homeless veteran through the door, but it doesn’t make the place a home. John Logsdon, who leads Brave Military Ministry in Enterprise, said housing is the biggest need for veterans in Coffee County. “If you think about your kid going to...

Coffee County, AL · 1d

Yellowhammer News

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Dr. Nina Ford Johnson: Alabama’s medical liability climate sends doctors to other states

Something heartbreaking happened in Monroe County in 2023. After decades of delivering babies, Monroe County Hospital closed its labor and delivery unit. For generations of families, the hospital had been the place where their children entered the world. Suddenly, expectant mothers faced the prospect of traveling dozens of miles to another hospital to give birth. […] The post Dr. Nina Ford Johnson: Alabama’s medical liability climate sends doctors to other states appeared first on Yellowhammer News .

Alabama · 2d

Troy Messenger

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State Champs Again: Pike Lib captures third straight state cheerleading championship

The Pike Liberal Arts cheerleading squad left Birmingham this week with a pair of state championships and another state runner-up. The Pike Lib varsity squad, which is coming off back-to-back UCA National Championships, started the week off by winning the Magic City UCA Regional Small DII Game Day Championship, earning a place in the national competition in January 2027, and a shot at defending their crown.

Troy, AL · 1d

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Freeze Watch issued for inland counties ahead of chilly weekend

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - A Freeze Watch is in effect for Washington, Clarke, Monroe and Conecuh counties from Friday night through Saturday morning, with temperatures as low as 29 to 32 degrees possible. Subfreezing temperatures could damage crops, sensitive plants and outdoor plumbing. A cold front will bring cooler, drier...

Conecuh County, AL · 21h

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Troy has some returning hitters from their College World Series run

The Troy Trojans enter 2027 fresh off their first-ever run to the College World Series in 2026. They finished with a 39-32 overall record and a 17-13 record in Sun Belt play. Not only did the Trojans make it to the College World Series, but they also won a game in Omaha. On June 14, they won a game against the Ole Miss Rebels.

Troy, AL · 1d

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Brantley claims Tiny Mites, Termites Super Bowl wins

The Brantley Tiny Mites and Termites each picked up Super Bowl wins Saturday, Nov. 7, at Straughn School. The Tiny Mites defeated McKenzie 22-6. “We came in with a great game plan,” coach Bo Bowlan said. “We controlled the game from the minute it started to the minute it ended.”

Brantley, AL · 23h

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Commissioners replace chairman, county attorney

The Lowndes County Commission met Wednesday after swearing in two commissioners — newly elected Clifford “Cee” Jackson and reelected Joseph Barganier. Two of its first actions were electing a new chairman and replacing the county attorney. District Judge Adrian Johnson opened the meeting for the commission’s first...

Lowndes County, AL · 2d

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First-quarter deficit stings Glenwood in opening round

SMITHS STATION — Glenwood School’s inaugural flag football season came to an end Nov. 3 as the Lady Gators (7-7) fell 21-0 to McGill-Toolen Catholic High School in the first round of the Class Private AA playoffs at Sammy Howard Field. It was the program’s first playoff appearance.

Glenwood, AL · 2d

Troy Messenger

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Healing Heart Threads officially open new location

Healing Heart Threads cut the ribbon on Tuesday with the Pike County Chamber of Commerce for their new home base inside the Faith and Trust Counseling building in downtown Troy. Healing Heart is a nonprofit founded by Brittany Owings that aims to help foster families meet the needs of foster...

Troy, AL · 23h