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Alabama leaders remember Sept. 11, 2001

Nineteen years ago today, America was attacked. In many ways, America has never been the same. “September 11, 2001 will forever be marked as one of our country’s darkest days, as it changed our lives forever,” Gov. Kay Ivey said. “Almost two decades later, we still grieve the loss of the nearly 3,000 American lives … Continued
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September 11, 2020

McCutcheon addresses Southern Prep Academy

Alabama House Speaker Mac McCutcheon, R-Monrovia, spoke to the student body at Southern Prep Academy in Camp Hill. Southern Prep changed its name from Lyman Ward in 2019. The ceremony was in honor of America’s first responders and was in remembrance of the 9/11 terror attacks. McCutcheon said “while people were running from the danger … Continued
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September 11, 2020

Barry Moore receives two key endorsements

Barry Moore, candidate for Alabama’s 2nd Congressional District, received two key endorsements from the Alabama First Responders Association and the Veterans Leadership Fund. Both groups made the decision to endorse Moore because of his pro Veteran, pro Law Enforcement, and Pro First Responders stance.  “We at the Veterans Leadership Fund, an initiative at GatorPAC, are … Continued
July 13, 2020

Sewell votes in favor of the new coronavirus aid package

Congresswoman Terri Sewell, D-Selma, on Friday voted in favor of the Heroes Act, the House Democrats’ latest legislation to address the continued COVID-19 public health crisis and provide support for struggling families and essential workers. “The coronavirus is not waiting, so Congress must continue to show leadership and act now to provide relief to our … Continued
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May 18, 2020

South Alabama medical residents work alongside Orange Beach first responders

Residents in USA Health’s Emergency Medicine Residency Program are given the opportunity to rotate with emergency medical services (EMS) in Orange Beach. The residents are stationed at the Orange Beach Fire Department giving resident physicians the experience of responding to emergency calls alongside paramedics and firefighters. Paul Henning, M.D. is the associate program director of … Continued
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February 17, 2020

Governor issues statement following severe weather impact

Late Monday night, severe weather impacted portions of Alabama when thunderstorms with some tornados rolled across parts of the state. Most affected was Town Creek where two people were killed and multiple people were injured. Following the storms, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) commented on the devastation. “This morning, I began the process of calling … Continued
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December 18, 2019

Jones, McConnell speak on Senate floor about tornadoes

U.S. Sen. Doug Jones and U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell spoke on the Senate floor on Monday about the tornadoes that passed through Lee County on Sunday. They both offered condolences to the confirmed 23 victims’ families and all of the families whose homes and businesses were damaged. “I ask that everyone pray for … Continued
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March 5, 2019

Tornado damages Wetumpka

Saturday night, downtown Wetumpka was struck by an EF-2 tornado. Assessments of the damage are ongoing; but several buildings are confirmed down. Most notably the historic First Presbyterian Church of Wetumpka is a total loss. Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey said on Twitter, “I’ve talked with Wetumpka Mayor Willis & have assured him of available assistance. … Continued
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January 21, 2019

Hurricane Michael hit Gulf Coast as strong Category 4

Hurricane Michael was the strongest hurricane to hit the United States coast in October since we have been recording hurricane strength. The powerful storm kept gaining strength the closer that it got to shore before it plowed into Florida thirty miles east of Panama City in the Mexico Beach area. Maximum wind gusts were clocked … Continued
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October 11, 2018

9/11 Memorial stair climb held Sunday in Montgomery

Most people can easily climb one flight of stairs, but going two flights of stairs in a three-story home is a little more challenging. Many people start looking for the elevator to reach the fourth floor in an office building. Climbing the stairs in a ten-story office building is a cardio workout for most folks. … Continued
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September 19, 2018