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Update: Marble-sized hail expected with thunderstorms in Central Alabama Saturday
An updated report from the National Weather Service was issued on Saturday at 6:04 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 6:45 p.m. for Chilton, Coosa and Elmore counties. The storms are expected to bring marble-sized hail (0.5 inches) and wind gusts of up to 55 mph. "At 6:03 p.m., Doppler radar...
Man convicted in deadly 2020 Montgomery shooting
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - A verdict has just been reached in a four-year-old shooting in Montgomery that left a man dead. A jury has found William Kiwanis Carroll, 43, guilty of manslaughter for the death of Eric Derell Witcher, 46, on April 30, 2020. This is a lesser count than his initial charge of murder.
A few severe storms possible Saturday evening, sunshine Sunday
Rounds of showers and storms affected our area again Saturday. However, we did see a break during the late morning and mid to late afternoon. Another line of showers and storms moved through our area during the evening. A few of these storms were briefly strong to severe, capable of strong wind gusts and small to large hail. The last of the storms diminish and depart our area this evening.
‘Hose’ cut on Wetumpka Fire Station No. 2
Better response times for fire calls are soon coming to west Wetumpka. City officials cut the ‘hose’ on Wetumpka Fire Station No. 2 on Holtville Road. It will provide a better emergency response to those living on Millbrook side of the Coosa River. “We no longer have to...
Family celebrates missing man’s birthday
It’s been a month since the family of Michael Thompson has seen him. He left a family gathering near Eclectic on April 14 and headed home to Tallassee. Thompson hasn’t been seen since. His vehicle was found three days later. On Sunday, Thompson’s family gathered like it always...
What’s Happening: May 17-19
If you can put up with part of the weekend being wet, there are plenty of outdoor events for you to enjoy in the River Region!. You will hear music in the air in both Montgomery and Wetumpka, as music festivals get toes tapping. In Millbrook, you can celebrate Mayfest.
Wetumpka seniors leave massive legacy
Wetumpka’s six seniors will be remembered for a long time. The Indians ended their softball season on Tuesday afternoon with losses to Hartselle and Hillcrest-Tuscaloosa in the state tournament. The Indians went 1-2 in the tournament with the 4-1 loss to Hillcrest ending their chance at winning back-to-back Class 6A state championships.
Tour three historic downtown Wetumpka homes on May 19 | REAL ESTATE
A downtown Wetumpka home built in 1875 and updated will be among three properties featured during a May 19 open house for historic homes. Among the home’s renovations is a beautiful kitchen sure to delight the chef. The two-story, 2,245 square foot design at 408 West Tuskeena Street includes...
Over a dozen people shot in Montgomery over the weekend, police say
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - On Tuesday, Montgomery police confirmed the city experienced a violent weekend with multiple shootings and fatalities spread among separate incidents. On Friday night, a man was shot in the 3500 block of Carter Hill Road. He went to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Police then reported...
ASU choir to perform in Birmingham
Congratulations are in order for the Alabama State University Choir who will perform at the America's Negro League Baseball on June 19 in Birmingham, Alabama at Rickwood Field. The nationally televised event will take place at Rickwood Field, the oldest professional baseball park in the United States according to the...
Alabama lands 2026 commitment from sought-after CB, top-50 prospect
Alabama is getting off to a hot start recruiting for the Class of 2026. On Sunday, Kalen DeBoer’s staff landed an early verbal pledge from Dorian Barney. The blue-chip cornerback from Georgia shared the big news on social media. Out of Peachtree Ridge, Barney is listed as measuring 6-1,...
Alabama football transfer headed to HBCU power
Terrance Howard, a former Alabama football player, joins North Carolina Central University after impressive performances in football and track. The post Alabama football transfer headed to HBCU power appeared first on HBCU Gameday.
Wetumpka softball ends season in state tournament
There’s a new softball champion in Class 6A. The Wetumpka softball team, the defending champions, saw its season come to an end in the state tournament on Tuesday. The Indians went 1-2 in the double-elimination tournament held at Oxford’s Choccolocco Park. Athens went on to win the championship...
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