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County schools need bus drivers

County schools need bus drivers

Summer is a busy time for boards of education across the state. They are looking for teachers and staff to fill open slots.

Stubbs seeks reelection to state house

Stubbs seeks reelection to state house

Elmore County resident and current District 31 state representative Troy Stubbs officially announced July 8 his campaign for re-election to the Alabama House of Repres…

Campos-Reyes in custody

Campos-Reyes in custody

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The man at the center of Tuesday morning federal search warrants is in custody.

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Who’s qualified for municipal elections

Who’s qualified for municipal elections

Everyone seeking to be on a ballot for the Aug. 26 municipal elections had to qualify by 5 p.m. June 25. Alabama law says those seeking to qualify must have been a resident of the district they wish to run in by May 28. These are the names that will appear on the municipal ballots in Elmore County.

Emanon honors 51 in its 22nd year

Emanon honors 51 in its 22nd year

The ‘Little Old Ladies Plus Two’ has been recognizing the academic success of students for 22 years now. Saturday, they honored 51 more.

Wetumpka, AL

Right Now
92°
  • Humidity: 59%
  • Feels Like: 104°
  • Heat Index: 104°
  • Wind: 5 mph
  • Wind Chill: 92°
  • UV Index: 10 Very High
  • Sunrise: 05:59:20 AM
  • Sunset: 07:42:26 PM
  • Dew Point: 75°
  • Visibility: 10 mi

Today

Partly cloudy early followed by scattered thunderstorms this afternoon. High 93F. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 50%.

Tonight

Some clouds. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. Low 74F. Winds light and variable.

Tomorrow

Partly cloudy early with thunderstorms becoming likely during the afternoon. Storms may contain strong gusty winds. High 88F. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 60%. 1 to 2 inches of rain expected.

Weather Alert

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Heat index values up to 107.

* WHERE...Bullock, Coosa, Elmore, Macon, Montgomery, Pike,
Talladega, and Tallapoosa Counties.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and
pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any
circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stoke. Wear light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible
and drink plenty of water.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an
emergency! Call 9 1 1.

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School funding issue in Autauga schools not likely to affect Elmore

School funding issue in Autauga schools not likely to affect Elmore

Autauga County residents have voted down ad valorem increases for school multiple times. It has forced the Autauga County Board of Education to make decisions such as closing Autaugaville schools. Leaders have also had to look at possibilities of other funding including collecting taxes from…