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Health department temporarily closes Montgomery grocery store

A sign on the store’s door says it will be closed through Wednesday. The state confirms the store will remain closed until pest control notifies them that they have not seen any rodent activity over the span of a few days. No set date to reopen has been established....

Montgomery, AL · 1d
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Residents raise concerns over planned expansion of Montgomery data center

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - A handful of Montgomery residents gathered at City Hall Thursday night to raise concerns about a planned expansion of Meta’s data center campus off Hyundai Boulevard, where some urged city leaders to slow down. Phase four calls for four more buildings at the facility off...

Montgomery, AL · 10h
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SABIC Plant to close in 2027

NexPoint Materials plans to close its Burkville manufacturing site in Alabama near the end of the first quarter of 2027.

Burkville, AL · 1d
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The Montgomery Advertiser

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Alabama Children's Place closures include stores, warehouses

Alabama · 19h

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Boots, faith and a mission to bring people to Christ

For Bill Coleman, the cowboy way of life has always been more than a hat, boots, and a love for the open range. It is part of who he is. Today, it is also part of how he shares the message of Jesus Christ with others. As pastor of Brush...

Wetumpka, AL · 17h

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Capri Theater to show documentary on Mayor-city council system change

The Capri Theater will hold a viewing for a new documentary on the City of Montgomery's government.

Montgomery, AL · 1d

ABC 33/40 News

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Photos: Boats, cars, tools and more up for bid in Alabama surplus auction

When and where can the public view auction items in Montgomery?. Boats, outboard motors, cars, tools, computers, furniture and other items will be available in Alabama’s latest online state surplus auction. The auction opens at 8 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, and bidding closes on a rolling basis through Sunday,...

Montgomery, AL · 22h

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 · 2d

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Human Highlight Film Takes Front-Office Job in Montgomery

The Dominique Wilkins Alabama State partnership is officially two weeks old, and the Hornets are already leaning on the Hall of Famer’s name. Alabama State introduced the former Atlanta Hawks great as general manager of its men’s basketball program on Oct. 27. It’s a brand-new job on campus. It’s also a sign of where HBCU basketball is heading.

Montgomery, AL · 2d

WREG

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Ford Jr. must report to prison by Dec. 3

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Former Shelby County Commissioner Edmund Ford Jr. has exactly three weeks to surrender to federal prison to serve his tax evasion sentence. He’ll serve that two-year sentence at a minimum-security prison on the grounds of Maxwell Air Force Base in Montgomery, Alabama. Ford Jr. has until 2 in the afternoon on Dec. […]

Shelby County, TN · 17h

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Marbury flag football stuns Selma with last-second playoff win

The Marbury Bulldogs flag football team trailed Selma 27-14 midway through the 4th quarter of their 2nd round playoff game. The Bulldogs cut into the lead when Quarterback Emma Hayes found Claudia Brumett for a touchdown pass with under four minutes remaining. Hayes then found Harleigh Johnson for the conversion and Marbury trailed 27-21. The Bulldogs were able to get the ball back with under two minutes remaining. Facing a 4th and 15, Marbury moved the chains on a pass from Hayes. With 15 seconds left in the game, the quarterback found Brumett for the game-tying touchdown. On the point after touchdown, Hayes found Johnson for the game winning score, and Marbury pulled off a dramatic, come from behind win over Selma, 28-27.

Marbury, AL · 2d

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Autauga County Schools approves performance bonuses for employees

Autauga County school employees will receive performance bonuses in December following action by the Autauga County Board of Education during its Tuesday night meeting, recognizing the hard work of staff members and the progress being made across the district. The board unanimously approved Superintendent Lyman Woodfin’s recommendation to award a...

Autauga County, AL · 1d

The Montgomery Advertiser

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Children’s Place to close 5 Alabama stores, distribution center

The Children’s Place is closing stores and warehouse operations in Alabama as the children’s clothing retailer works through bankruptcy and looks for a buyer. Five Alabama stores are on the closure list. The list also includes a distribution center and five warehouse properties. The closures could significantly impact Alabama workers. A state WARN notice lists 593 employees affected by a planned closure involving Children’s Place Distribution in Fort Payne. The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Nov. 8, 2026, but that doesn’t necessarily mean the retailer is going out of business . The Children’s Place is seeking a buyer and says its stores and online operations remain open during the process. Here’s what to know about the Alabama store and warehouse closing list and what’s next for the retailer. Is the Children’s Place closing all stores? The Children’s Place is undergoing a major restructuring after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Nov. 8. The company is pursuing a sale of its business but has acknowledged that some store closures will be necessary as it evaluates its operations. All the company’s stores and e-commerce sites remain open for now, according to the retailer’s bankruptcy announcement. The company says its goal

Alabama · 19h

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Elton Dean Sr. Park Celebrates New Improvements with Ribbon Cutting

MONTGOMERY, AL- Montgomery County officials and community members gathered Friday, November 6, for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating new improvements at Elton N. Dean Sr. Park. The upgrades include a wheelchair-accessible fishing pier, newly paved walking trails, and improved pathways, making the park more accessible and enjoyable for residents of all...

Montgomery County, AL · 3d

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Local leaders honor military service and sacrifice

Local leaders gathered Thursday at the Prattville Area Chamber of Commerce to recognize the men and women who serve and have served in the United States Armed Forces, along with the families who share in their sacrifices, during a military appreciation proclamation program. David Lewis spoke about the importance of...

Prattville, AL · 18h

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Alabama State loses to NAIA school that started playing basketball a year ago

Georgia Gwinnett College basketball is only in its second season of existence, but the Grizzlies already have a victory that will stand out in program history. The NAIA program pulled off a 79-77 upset of Alabama State on Monday night in Montgomery, earning its first-ever victory against a Division I opponent.

Montgomery, AL · 3d

The Montgomery Advertiser

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Ranking remaining Montgomery-area teams' AHSAA football championship chances

The Alabama high school football playoffs in the Montgomery area are moving into round two this week. Six AHSAA football teams from the River Region advanced to the second round of the playoffs. There are two more rounds left to play in Class 1-6A, and only one more left in the private school classifications before championship games are set. With championship aspirations brewing in the six remaining teams from the Montgomery area, the Montgomery Advertiser is ranking the remaining teams in terms of which are most likely to reach title games in their respective classes. Ranking Montgomery-area AHSAA football teams championship contention 1. Montgomery Academy The Eagles barely edge out Prattville on this list simply because they don't have to compete in the gauntlet that is Class 6A. But that's not to say Montgomery Academy itself is a force to be reckoned with — the Eagles have proved all season long that they are. Montgomery Academy did take down a Class 6A playoff team during the regular season. The Eagles are the beneficiary of playing at least two home games in the playoffs and will have to go through the winner of the Cottage Hill and Bayside Academy to get

Montgomery, AL · 3d

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NexPoint to shutter Burkville operation in February

NexPoint Materials plans to close its Burkville plant in early 2027 and shift production to Indiana, putting a major source of Lowndes County tax revenue at risk. NexPoint Materials, owner of the former SABIC American and European Engineering Thermoplastics business, announced in May that it will shutter its Burkville manufacturing site as part of a broader restructuring effort.

Lowndes County, AL · 2d

waka.com

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Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama gives donation to area non-profits

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WAKA) – Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama continued to help members of the River Region with another generous donation Thursday. HMMA’s 4,200 team members pledged more than $413,000 to the United Way of Alabama non profit. In fact, team members personally donated $343,000 out of their own...

Alabama · 12h

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Charles Henderson tops Brewbaker Tech in hoops action

Both the Charles Henderson Trojans (1-1) and Lady Trojans earned their first victories of the season on Tuesday over Brewbaker Tech. The boys squad earned a 65-52 win as Carter Ford led the way with 15 points and eight rebounds. D’norrio Wilson added 14 points and Quentavis Turner scored 11, while Josh Jackosn knocked down four three-pointers to score 12 for the Trojans.

Montgomery, AL · 1d