CITY ELECTIONS: Complete list of candidates in September 23 runoffs
Action 8 News has this complete list of candidates running in the September 23 city runoffs from across our area.
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Churchill Academy Finds Permanent Home, Expands Support for Students with Unique Learning Needs
Churchill Academy has found a permanent home in the former Green Gate School building, continuing its mission of serving students with unique learning needs.
LBW Community College hosts Community Talk Back to bring recognition to World Suicide Prevention Day
World Suicide Prevention Day is a day set aside to provide resources to families with loved ones who may face issues dealing with depression and or substance abuse.
Court of Criminal Appeals upholds murder, burglary conviction of Enterprise woman
The Covington County jury found her guilty of felony murder and burglary in the first degree on October 7, 2024.
Reid State Technical College Welcomes Students to explore Career Possibilities
Reid State Technical College hosted their inaugural career exploration event on Thursday to introduce multiple areas of career opportunities to high school students.
Greenville's Ritz Theatre Gearing up for its 43rd Season
The Ritz Theatre has been a staple in Greenville for 90 years. Transforming from a movie theater to a live action theatre the iconic company is now preparing to embark on its 43rd season.
Butler County Schools takes steps to help Greenville students succeed
In the wake of a failing achievement test score for Greenville High School the Butler County School system is placing attention to providing a more solid education foundation for Greenville students.
Action 8 News expanding again with launch of 9AM newscast
WAKA Action 8 News has once again expanded our newscast lineup with the launch of a new 9AM newscast.
ALEA offers Labor Day weekend safety tips for drivers, boaters
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency wants you to “Score Big with Safety” — both on the road and on the water as you travel for Labor Day events or to football games.
Greenville police investigate first homicide in two years
Greenville police are investigating a fatal shooting that happened outside of a Hyundai supplier.
Georgiana Residents Elect First Woman Mayor in the Town's History
Georgiana is making history as the first black woman prepares to take the mayoral seat. Not only is she the first black woman to take the seat Nina Bonner is the first woman to ever sit the mayoral position in Georgiana.
Greenville Mayor Dexter McLendon and City Councilman Jae'Ques Brown face runoff
Greenville residents will return to the polls on September 23 as Mayor Dexter McLendon and City Councilman Jae'Ques Brown vie for the mayoral position in a runoff.
2025 City Elections: Local Results
Here are the results from the 2025 city elections that were held throughout the area:
City of Georgiana Set to Complete Multi Million Dollar Economic Changes
The Busy Ant Travel Center is set to build an 8 million dollar truck stop in Georgiana effectively creating jobs in the city and enhancing its footprint in South Alabama.
Greenville Mayor Dexter McLendon speaks out ahead of mayoral race against three opponents
In just under a week many municipalities in the river region will face off with local elections.
CITY ELECTIONS: Complete list of candidates in area races
Today is election day for most cities in our area. Action 8 News has this complete list of candidates running in local races.
CAMPAIGN 2026: Former Congressman Jerry Carl wants to return to Capitol Hill
Former District 1 Congressman Jerry Carl wants to return to Capitol Hill after losing his seat last year.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Missing child in Enterprise found safe
Enterprise police say a child who had been missing has been found safe.
Water system improvements bring higher water bills to some Georgiana residents
Georgiana residents say their water bills are going up following a water rehabilitation project.
Pepsi Cola Bottling Company holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to Celebrate Company Expansion in Luverne
Governor Kay Ivey joined Luverne city leaders and the Pepsi Cola Bottling Company to celebrate the company's expansion in Luverne, Alabama marking more than 100 years of business in the city.
Covington County Schools welcomes students to start the school year
Students in Covington County have now started their school year.
Fox with rabies bites Atmore resident
The fox was taken to the Bureau of Clinical Laboratories, where it was confirmed positive for rabies.
WAKA adds Dabl to on-air channel 8.9
We have an exciting programming note to bring you -- WAKA has added a new over-the-air TV channel.
Greenville man killed in crash on Interstate 65 in Butler County
A Greenville man has been killed in a crash on Interstate 65 in Butler County.
When does the school year start in our area?
In our area, the school year starts for various public school systems from Monday, August 4, through Monday, August 11. Here's the list:
