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Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Automotive
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Interstate crash seriously injures six people in Autauga County
PINE LEVEL − Six people were seriously injured in a Thursday night crash on Interstate 65 just north of Prattville. The Pine Level and Old Kingston volunteer fire departments answered the call about 11:30 p.m., the Pine Level department posted on its Facebook page. The crash was in the southbound lanes at mile marker 193. Six people had serious to "life-threatening" injuries. the post stated. Two helicopters airlifted the most seriously injured to Birmingham hospitals for treatment. Four ambulances took four of the injured to area hospitals. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is investigating the crash. Contact Montgomery Advertiser reporter Marty Roney at mroney@ To support his work, please subscribe to the Montgomery Advertiser. This article originally appeared on Montgomery Advertiser: Six seriously injured in Autauga County crash
Yahoo
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
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Fourth of July: Colorful Independence Day celebrations across the Montgomery area
It was a red, white and blue Fourth of July in the region as Independence Day was celebrated with parades, concerts, fireworks and even a carboard boat race. In Prattville the day kicked off with a downtown parade, then it was the annual cardboard boat race at Pratt Pool. The pool is located in Pratt Park which also hosted the annual Lions Club barbecue. The evening wrapped up with fireworks. In Montgomery, the 49th Annual Cloverdale-Idlewild parade had walkers, wagons and pets in the merry neighborhood cavalcade. A celebration at the Montgomery Riverfront featured patriotic music by the 151st Alabama Army National Guard Band. Fireworks over the water put an exclamation point on the day. Contact Montgomery Advertiser reporter Marty Roney at mroney@ To support his work, please subscribe to the Montgomery Advertiser. This article originally appeared on Montgomery Advertiser: See how Montgomery and Prattville celebrated the Fourth of July
Yahoo
25-06-2025
- Politics
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These candidates are bidding for mayor and council seats in central Alabama
Municipal elections are slated for Prattville, Millbrook and Wetumpka on Aug. 26. Candidate qualifying ended Tuesday. The following is a list of candidates for election by city. Some candidates have certification pending following verification of completion of Alabama Ethics Commission statements of economic interest. Prattville has a crowded field for the mayor and six of the seven city council seats. Mayor Reuben Gardner Bill Gillespie Jr. (I) David Melling Devin Moore Dennis Mullins District 1 Wade Newman Russ Sanders (I) Melissa Strickland District 2 Marcus Jackson (I) Cornelius Smith District 3 John Chambers (I) Jimmy Hyde III (Pending) District 4 Tommy Merrick (I) Antonio "Coach Bam" Richards District 5 Michael Whaley (I) District 6 Jackie Nix (Pending) Robert E. Strichik (I) District 7 Lora Lee Boone (I) Thea Langley (Pending) (I) Denotes incumbent. More: Prattville plans new parking lot near downtown venues There will be one contested election in Millbrook in the city council races. Mayor Al Kelley is running for his seventh consecutive term and is unopposed. Mayor Al Kelley (I) District 1 Jade Denise Loyd Jacquelyn Thomas (I) District 2 Michael Gay (I) District 3 Jimmy Harris (I) District 4 Justin Jones (I) District 5 Chris Bath (I) More: State-of-the-art orthopedic clinic coming to Millbrook's 17 Springs Wetumpka had not posted a candidate list Tuesday evening. More: HGTV helped transform this Alabama town and now It's a must-visit summer destination Contact Montgomery Advertiser reporter Marty Roney at mroney@ To support his work, please subscribe to the Montgomery Advertiser. This article originally appeared on Montgomery Advertiser: Candidates vie for mayor, council in central Alabama
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
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Prattville, Percy Julian nominate seniors for Student of the Week: VOTE HERE
Percy Julian and Prattville high schools have each nominated an outstanding senior to be considered for Student of the Week, and voting is now open. Student of the Week honors the hard work that high school students across the River Region put into their studies, their schools and their greater community every day, and it aims to recognize as many awesome high schoolers as possible. Every public and private high school in the outer Montgomery area is eligible to nominate one student a week who exemplifies success in academics and community involvement. Nominees are revealed each Monday, and readers can vote for free until 1 p.m. each Thursday. The winner is revealed each Friday. There have been hundreds of thousands of votes for Student of the Week since the beginning of the school year. Here are the two accomplished students who were honored by their schools with a nomination: Ginny Johnson, Prattville High School: Ginny consistently demonstrates an outstanding work ethic, positive attitude and eagerness to help others. She is a member of PHS National Honor Society, Student Ambassadors, Peer Helpers and 4H Youth Council. In addition to her academic achievements, Ginny has shown exceptional leadership as a section leader in the band. Her role has allowed her to not only refine her own musical talents but also to guide and mentor younger students. Ginny is a member of Prattville First Methodist Church, where she participates in the youth choir and youth group. Ginny has been accepted to Auburn University and will begin in the fall. She plans to major in agriculture communications. Marquis Williams, Percy Julian High School: Marquis brings enthusiasm and focus to everything he does, from his academic work to his active involvement in extracurriculars. He has earned multiple certifications in data analytics covering topics like data literacy, data wrangling and storytelling, showcasing his curiosity and drive to build real-world skills. Marquis is a member of the fashion and photography clubs and volunteers regularly at events that support the arts and the community. His service includes helping behind the scenes at the Montgomery Public Schools Fine Arts Showcase, the Alabama Shakespeare Festival and the State Superintendent's Visual Art Exhibit at the Alabama state Capitol. He also took part in his school's Black History Program and helped prepare and distribute meals to people experiencing homelessness. Alex Gladden is the Montgomery Advertiser's education reporter. She can be reached at agladden@ or on Twitter @gladlyalex. This article originally appeared on Montgomery Advertiser: Vote for Student of the Week nominees
