Ivey, Britt, Sewell tour tornado damage in Selma and Autauga counties
The tornado claimed six lives in Autauga County and caused massive devastation in Selma.
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Britt: “Our hearts break” for communities devastated by storm damage
“I know that Alabamians in every corner of our state join us in praying for the families of those we've lost," Britt said.
Rep. Sewell promises to coordinate federal response to tornado damage in Black Belt
“I am devastated and heartbroken by the tornado damage in my hometown of Selma and throughout the Black Belt," Sewell said.
January 13, 2023
Sewell to announce major historic preservation funding for Selma
Selma University, the Historic Brown Chapel AME Church and the Historic Tabernacle Baptist Church are among the recipients of this funding.
October 6, 2022
Report notes strengths, challenges in Alabama’s Black Belt
The University of Alabama’s Education Policy Center report, the last in the series, focuses on local leaders in the Black Belt.
Bill to adjust name of Edmund W. Pettus Bridge passes the Alabama Senate
The bill passed the Senate 23-3 and moves to the House for consideration.
Kamala Harris urges continued fight for voting rights at Bloody Sunday commemoration
"If we all continue to work together, to march together, to fight together, we will secure the freedom to vote,” Harris said.
Selma hosting Tourism Department’s Welcome Center Retreat
Guided tours during the retreat will focus on Selma’s rich Civil Rights history.
October 21, 2021
Hurricane Ida slams into Louisiana
Hurricane Ida came ashore in Louisiana as a strong Category 4 storm with sustained winds of over 100 miles an hour.
Biden addresses Unity Breakfast in Selma
Biden spoke to the Unity Breakfast in Selma via videotape and issued an executive order to improve voting access.