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People describe the economy in one word as cost of living weighs on voters

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Voters head to the polls Tuesday with the economy, and more specifically the rising cost of living, among their biggest concerns. Higher gas prices, grocery bills, mortgage rates and housing costs have many Americans worried about how far their paychecks can go. People on the street...

Huntsville, AL · 4d
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David Little named new Huntsville City Council President

The Huntsville City Council has a new president, and three of its members were sworn in Monday, Nov. 2, after winning their elections earlier this year. District 2 Council member David Little, District 3 Council member Jennie Robinson and District 4 Council member Bill Kling were sworn into office, and Little was named the new City Council president.

Huntsville, AL · 4d
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Huge increase in Democrat voter turnout leads to upsets in Madison County

MADISON COUNTY – Madison County went blue Tuesday. Democrat voters in the state’s third most populated county turned out in heavy numbers in the mid-term general election, leading to a few upsets which included two-term Madison County sheriff Kevin Turner being defeated by Democrat Brett Jones. Turner received 74,639 votes to Jones’ 84,068.

Madison County, AL · 3d
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North Alabama congressional candidate puts campaign message in the sky

LIMESTONE COUNTY, Ala. (WHNT) — A north Alabama candidate running for Congress is taking a unique approach to reaching voters. Those who live from Decatur to Merdianville may have seen a campaign message flying in the sky Saturday. The plane carrying the banner took off from Pryor Field Regional Airport Saturday morning.

Alabama · 6d
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Despite power outage, four Madison County polling locations operating as planned on Election Day

UPDATE 2:12 p.m. — “Power has been restored and no voter went without being processed and casting their ballot during the short period power was out,” Judge Barger reported. “Many […] The post Despite power outage, four Madison County polling locations operating as planned on Election Day appeared first on 256 Today .

Madison County, AL · 4d

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Power restored in Madison County

MADISON CO., Ala. (WAFF) - Almost 14,000 people were without power in Madison County Tuesday afternoon. According to the Huntsville Utilities website, the power went out in multiple locations within Madison County around 1:15 p.m. As of 2 p.m. Tuesday, power has now been restored. For 45 minutes, four voting...

Madison County, AL · 4d

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Quarterly retirement ceremony honors three careerists, families

A Soldier and two civilians and their families were honored Thursday at the Redstone Arsenal quarterly retirement ceremony in Bob Jones Auditorium. The honorees included Lt. Col. Chas Caruana, 37 years of service; Bill Edmonds, 35 years; and Edwin Lopez Laviena, 40 years. “Thank you for everything that you have...

Redstone Arsenal, AL · 3d

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Belle Trouvaille previews selection at Vintage Market Days

DECATUR, Ala. (TENNESSEE VALLEY LIVING) - Vintage Market Days in Decatur kicks off this week! One of the vendors, Belle Trouvaille, joined Tennessee Valley Living to preview what they’ll bring to the event!. The co-owner, Jenny Snow, brought on Fenton glass Christmas trees, tea cups, vintage ornate brass candle...

Decatur, AL · 4d

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Rex Reynolds wins reelection to Alabama House District 21, defeating Democrat Forrest Satterfield

State Rep. Rex Reynolds (R-Huntsville) has been reelected to Alabama House District 21, defeating Democratic nominee Forrest Satterfield in a tight race. According to unofficial election-night results from the Alabama Secretary of State, Reynolds received 51.4% of the vote compared to 48.6% for Satterfield, a 2.8% margin. Reynolds, a former Huntsville police chief and city […] The post Rex Reynolds wins reelection to Alabama House District 21, defeating Democrat Forrest Satterfield appeared first on Yellowhammer News .

Huntsville, AL · 3d

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This 10-Mile Scenic Train Ride In Alabama Will Melt Your Stress Away In The Best Way

Somewhere between the rumble of the engine and the slow roll of the countryside passing by your window, something shifts inside you. The North Alabama Railroad Museum in Huntsville, Alabama is the kind of place that makes you wonder why you ever thought staring at a screen was a good way to spend a Saturday.

Huntsville, AL · 6d

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Democrats see big gains in Alabama. Is it a turning point for a traditionally red state?

Alabama · 3d

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Decatur Entrepreneurial Center launches $700K renovation

A major transformation is underway at the Decatur-Morgan County Entrepreneurial Center, which is kicking off a $700,000 exterior renovation.

Decatur, AL · 4d

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Where to find Veterans Day ceremonies and events in the Tennessee Valley

As Veterans Day approaches, communities across the Tennessee Valley are planning events and ceremonies to honor those who have served in the U.S. military. Northeast Alabama Community College Veterans Day Program - On Thursday, Nov. 5, at 10 a.m. in the William H. Beck Music Auditorium. The free, public event will feature retired Lt. Gen. James O. "Jim" Barclay, a Scottsboro native and longtime U.S. Army veteran, as guest speaker. A reception with refreshments will follow.

Huntsville, AL · 5d

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Decatur’s Dia de los Muertos festival returns with message of unity

DECATUR, Ala. (WAFF) - The streets of downtown Decatur filled with traditional music, food and vibrant memorial altars as hundreds gathered to celebrate Dia de los Muertos. Organized by downtown cultural nonprofit Corazón y Cultura, the Day of the Dead celebration drew attendees from across North Alabama and beyond, including Birmingham, Huntsville, Athens and Cullman.

Decatur, AL · 4d

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AL: Nucor to Expand in Morgan County with a $60 Million Project, Adding 60 Jobs

Nucor Corp. is expanding its advanced manufacturing footprint in Decatur with a $60 million investment that is expected to create 60 additional jobs in the region, Governor Kay Ivey announced. “Nucor has been a valued partner in Alabama for many years, and its continued growth in Decatur demonstrates what is...

Morgan County, AL · 6d

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‘Visibility always wins’: New Lawrence County superintendent outlines vision for district

LAWRENCE COUNTY, Ala. (WAFF) -Lawrence County Schools has a new leader at the helm as Dr. Jeremy Madden officially steps in as the district’s superintendent of education. Madden, who was recently sworn in to fulfill an open term, brings nearly three decades of Alabama public education experience to the role.

Lawrence County, AL · 5d

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Teal Lights for Alzheimer’s

FLORENCE/ATHENS – If you noticed some brilliant teal lighting on a few area landmarks Monday night, that wasn’t by chance. Some of Alabama’s most well-known landmarks, including Birmingham City Hall, Bryant-Denny Stadium, and the RSA Tower, were scheduled to shine teal on November 2 as part of Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s (AFA) annual Light the World in Teal Alzheimer’s awareness campaign.

Florence, AL · 4d

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Why Madison County votes differently from much of Alabama, according to a political analyst

Madison County, AL · 5d

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‘The longer this goes, the less safe we feel’: Limestone County residents plead with leaders to replace deteriorating bridge

ATHENS, Ala. (WAFF) - A tiny critter is causing a big headache for one Limestone County community. People living on Liberty Lane said their daily drive takes them over a deteriorating, single-lane bridge. County leaders haven’t replaced it in over a decade, partly because of a snail smaller than a...

Limestone County, AL · 10d

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This Underrated Alabama Town Serves Up Some Of The Best BBQ In The World

Somewhere in northern Alabama, a pitmaster showed up before the sun did, and the smoke has been rising ever since. Decatur, Alabama is the kind of place that doesn’t brag about itself, but maybe it should start. Let’s get one thing straight right away. There are places in...

Decatur, AL · 8d