Alabama's Covid-19 Cases Nearing 700
As of 3:40 p.m. Saturday, the Alabama Department of Public Health is reporting 696 confirmed Coronavirus cases. 4,755 people have been tested, and three people have died due to the virus.
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Macon County Opens Covid-19 Testing Site
Alabama News Network has confirmed via the Macon County EMA Director: After days of lobbying and requesting that Macon County gets its citizens tested, we will have public testing on Monday from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m in Macon County…
Alabama's "Non-Essential Businesses" Closed Until April 17
Gov. Kay Ivey was joined by State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris for a news conference this morning, when it was announced that all businesses that are considered "non-essential" in Alabama would be closed until 5 p.m. on April 17.…
Lowe's Looking to Hire 30,000 New Workers
Lowe's has announced that it hopes to hire for 30,000 positions in stores across the U.S. The announcement was made by Lowe's President and CEO Marvin Ellison. Lowe's is offering full-time, part-time, seasonal and overnight jobs for displaced workers who are seeking short-term opportunities. It…
Winn-Dixie Adding Plexiglass at Checkouts for Coronavirus Safety
The parent company of Winn-Dixie stores says it is adding new safety measures in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Southeastern Grocers, Inc. says it will start installing protective Plexiglas partitions in all…
Greenville Man Dies in Lowndes County Crash
A single-vehicle crash at 12:20 a.m. today, March 26, has claimed the life of a Greenville man. Marcus Darrel Bullock, 33, was killed when the 2015 Nissan Altima he was driving left the roadway and struck a tree. Bullock was…
Unemployment Claims Rising in Alabama
The Alabama Department of Labor has released the official count for initial unemployment claims filed during the week of March 15 – March 21. There were 10,982 initial claims filed either online or by telephone during this time period. Click County…
Missing Marengo County Man Last Seen in Uniontown
A Marengo County man has been reported missing. 36-year-old, Willie Bell Allen Jr., was last seen in Uniontown at South Eastern Cheese Plant. According to co-worker testimony, Allen said he was being chased by someone and that they tried to…
CVS Announces Plans to Hire 50,000 More Workers
CVS Health has announced plans to immediately fill 50,000 full-time, part-time and temporary roles across the country. In a news release, CVS says jobs include store associates, home delivery drivers, distribution center employees and member/customer service professionals. The company says…
Dollar General Announces Plans to Hire 50,000 New Workers
Dollar General has announced plans to nearly double its normal hiring rate and add up to 50,000 employees by the end of April. This is response to the public's needs during the coronavirus pandemic. "We believe our customers are relying…
LIVE: Interactive Map of Alabama's Coronavirus Cases
The Alabama Department of Public Health is providing a live, interactive map of coronavirus cases across the state. You can use this map to track testing and confirmed cases. There is also a way to see how the virus is…
Should Coronavirus Stop You from Going to a Community Tornado Shelter?
Spring is peak severe weather season in Alabama and elsewhere across the South. But as we are being told to avoid public gatherings to stop the spread of coronavirus,…
Marengo County Deputies Searching for Missing Man
The Marengo County Sheriff's Office needs your help finding a missing man. 28-year-old Alphonso Johnson, Jr. hasn't been seen since around 8 p.m. on March 18 at his home on County Road 5 in Gallion. He is described as having…
Gov. Kay Ivey Addresses State of Alabama Regarding Coronavirus
Gov. Kay Ivey has issued a brief address to the State of Alabama regarding coronavirus. Alabama News Network shared her words on television Friday night. She says that there is a…
Schools Implement Feeding Programs During Coronavirus Crisis
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Dallas County and Selma City Schools -- have set up feeding programs -- to provide food security for children during the Coronavirus crisis. Alabama schools have been shut down…
Harvard Research Center Offering Free Online Civil Rights Lessons Amid Coronavirus Outbreak
A new online project seeks to bring the lessons of the U.S. civil rights movement to students. The Hutchins Center for African and African American Research at Harvard University unveiled Selma Online this month. It's a free, online teaching platform…
Walmart Looking to Hire 150,000; Giving Cash Bonuses to Some Employees
Walmart today announced plans to hire 150,000 new associates through the end of May to work in stores, clubs, distribution centers and fulfillment centers. These roles would be temporary at first, but the company says many will convert to permanent…
Coronavirus Pandemic Impacting Communities Large and Small
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Coronavirus pandemic knows no borders or boundaries. It's impacting the lives of people in big cities like Montgomery -- as well as small towns like Camden. The impact…
Coronavirus Screening Checkpoints Set Up at Dallas Co. Courthouse
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Visitors at the Dallas County Courthouse -- are now being screened for Coronavirus. Checkpoints manned by deputies -- have been set up at the entrances to the main courthouse…
Winn-Dixie Hiring Workers Displaced by Closures, Adding Senior Shopping Hour
Winn-Dixie has announced that due to the impact of coronavirus on the hospitality and restaurant industries, it will be looking to hire people whose working hours have been affected by mandated store and restaurant closures. Its parent company Southeastern Grocers…
Emergency Measures Announced in Dallas Co. in Response to Coronavirus
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Dallas County Commission has put emergency measures in place to reduce the risk of contracting -- or spreading the novel coronavirus. Probate Judge Jimmy Nunn says the commission…
Coronavirus Testing Center Opens in Demopolis
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A COVID-19 drive-thru testing center is now open in the city of Demopolis at Whitfield Regional Hospital. "Our sole purpose here is provide exceptional care to the citizens of…
Elmore County: What You Need to Know to Get Tested for COVID-19
In Elmore County, officials discussed how they're working to limit the spread of the Coronavirus of there. Mike Bruce with Ivy Creek Healthcare explained what people need to do to get tested…
Congresswoman Terri Sewell Gives Federal Coronavirus Update
Congresswoman Terri Sewell joined state health and emergency officials Tuesday to talk about the latest in Washington, regarding the Coronavirus. "We wanted to make sure that the stakeholders in Alabama understood what resources are available from Washington," Sewell said. Sewell…
ADPH: More Closings and Restrictions as More COVID-19 Cases Confirmed
The Alabama Department of Public Health is announcing new guidelines and closures, as officials confirmed that 36 Alabamians have been diagnosed with COVID-19 as of Tuesday Morning. At an ADPH press conference, state health officer Dr. Scott Harris announced that…
