MONTGOMERY — The Office of the Governor is sad to announce the death of Bear, Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey’s beloved dog, who passed away Friday from ongoing health issues. Bear, a … Continue reading Governor announces death of state’s ‘first dog’
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Turkey Creek in Pinson: A hidden gem that needs help
By Gary Lloyd PINSON, Ala. – I have written about Turkey Creek Nature Preserve in Pinson about as many times as I have driven through the front gates. Why? There … Continue reading Turkey Creek in Pinson: A hidden gem that needs help
35 Alabama correctional officers graduate
SELMA, Ala. – On Thursday, the Alabama Department of Corrections Training Academy graduated 35 correctional officers who took one step closer to a career in corrections. Former New York City … Continue reading 35 Alabama correctional officers graduate
Alabama now 1 of 5 states left with greyhound racing
By Gary Lloyd It’s your turn, Alabama. On Tuesday, Florida voters overwhelmingly decided to end greyhound racing in the state. More than five million Floridians voted on Amendment 13, with … Continue reading Alabama now 1 of 5 states left with greyhound racing
Election Day results we can all agree on
By Gary Lloyd The vitriol online recently regarding today’s elections has been intense. Left blames Right. Right blames Left. Some hate blue. Others hate red. Strangers clap back at each … Continue reading Election Day results we can all agree on
The leaves of Little River Canyon
By Gary Lloyd FORT PAYNE – Growing up, I despised the leaves. There were thousands upon thousands of them, all for me to rake into trash bags and tote to … Continue reading The leaves of Little River Canyon
Moody
The following story is a chapter in my book, Valley Road: Uplifting Stories from Down South. Get it here. By Gary Lloyd The name of the town is Moody, but … Continue reading Moody
Carolina
By Gary Lloyd The following story is a chapter in Valley Road: Uplifting Stories from Down South. Get it here. For a year, all I heard about the state of … Continue reading Carolina
Research points to social media as key tool for animal shelters, rescues
NEW YORK – The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals released the results of a new surveyy conducted by Edge Research, which reveals the positive impact social … Continue reading Research points to social media as key tool for animal shelters, rescues
Trussville to discuss future of Cahaba Project homes
By Gary Lloyd TRUSSVILLE – Trussville’s most prized historical centerpiece, the Cahaba Project neighborhood, will be discussed Tuesday, Oct. 16 at a special-called meeting of the Trussville City Council. The … Continue reading Trussville to discuss future of Cahaba Project homes
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