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The Demopolis City Council voted to pay for tearing down three abandoned buildings near Winfield Regional Hospital for future development.
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Almost $246 million has flowed into the Black Belt to improve municipal drinking water and waste water systems since 2021, according to the Alabama Department of Environmental Management.
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The Demopolis Public Library has a new leader following the retirement of longtime library director Kathy Owings.
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Todd and Cindy give a wrapup of Black Belt results from the Nov. 3 General Election in this segment of the Black Belt Newscast.
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The Alabama Department of Commerce and partners met in Selma this week for a Rural Summit to provide business ideas to rural retailers around Alabama.
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The City of Montgomery received $13,407,200 in federal funding to upgrade lighting that is failing on I-65 and I-85.
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Dallas Academy has been bought by artists Tre and Helene Taylor. Tres talks to Black Belt News Network's Todd Prater about the plans for the three-story historic building in this segment of th…
Investigators with the Montgomery Police Department are asking for help in finding the answers to a homicide that took place on Oct 12.
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Black Belt election results in Tuesday's General Election
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Two dead following Saturday morning shooting at Selma apartment complex
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Dallas County elects first Black sheriff
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Demopolis library welcomes new director as longtime leader Kathy Owings retires
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Selma gunshot victims shot each other, police say
The Selma High School Saints put on an offensive show against Keith, delivering an impressive performance on both sides of the ball to secure a commanding 64-24 victory.
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In the final regular season week for high school football in 2026, here are the week 11 scores for teams in the Black Belt.
The Dallas County High School Hornets closed out their season in unforgettable fashion, battling back from an early deficit to defeat Wilcox Central High School in a thrilling 26-24 victory on…
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The Alabama Department of Commerce and partners met in Selma this week for a Rural Summit to provide business ideas to rural retailers around Alabama.
The upcoming All the Hats Conference hosted at Wallace Community College Selma (WCCS) on Nov. 10 will provide networking and education for small business owners and nonprofit leaders.
US Rep. Terri Sewell made two funding announcements in Selma-Dallas County last week that included $1.6 million for improvements along Alabama Avenue and $250,000 for the Craig Field Airport and Industrial Authority.
Todd Prater
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What began as a locally owned car wash in Selma has grown into a multi-location business across Alabama, and its leaders say community support has been the key to that success.
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Gov. Kay Ivey returned to Demopolis Thursday to see the progress of a school she envisioned for rural Alabama students to find out that its academic building will bear her name.
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The state has allocated another $5 million to the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences in Demopolis for capital expenses.
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Publisher
The University of Alabama received more than $2.1 billion in charitable commitments during a 10-year fundraising campaign, the university announced Monday.
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Black Belt News Network's Todd Prater talks about his interview with country music star Porter Martin, who is a Demopolis native. Martin played songs for Prater that will be shared in a future full video interview on BBNN.
WASHINGTON (AP) — People heading into the Affordable Care Act open enrollment period with plans to sign up for insurance should expect a variety of changes in 2027, including higher premiums and fewer coverage options.
The grounds of VanCleave Hall in Marion came alive with the spirit of fall as approximately 200 people gathered for the first Great Pumpkin Festival, a free community event sponsored by VanCleave Hall in partnership with Horseshoe Farm Community Garden.
Cornwallis 1828 is slated to kick off its Fourth Annual Doe Rodeo on Nov. 27 where hunters landowners, businesses, and Alabama communities will gather to help feed families in need.
Alabama Black Belt Adventures Association Marketing Director Candace Johnson was one of 40 to be selected for the 2026-27 class of the Appalachian Leadership Institute.
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Dr. Ruby L. Perry, retired Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Tuskegee University, was elected today to chair the Alabama Environmental Management Commission (AEMC).
Opinion
The hardest three words to say in a column are “I don’t know.”
Domestic Violence Awareness month is a time when SABRA once had activities happening regularly.We will be there again, but this year, we are rebuilding and focusing on being well positioned to serve people in the poorest parts of Alabama - places long forgotten and unseen by those who could …
As a teacher, coach, administrator, and now as executive director of the AHSAA, I have come to believe that every high school contest asks the adults in attendance a simple question: Are we helping young people learn the right lessons, or are we allowing the pressure to win to teach the wrong ones?
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We Honor the Life and Legacy of James Edward Ware - Selma, Alabama, an exemplary Public Serv…
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The father of Selma Mayor Johnny Moss III has passed away.
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Lannie’s Bar-B-Que in Selma has announced the passing of owner Lula Hatcher.
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Funeral arrangements have been announced for civil rights leader Jo Ann Bland, who passed aw…
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Todd and Cindy give a wrapup of Black Belt results from the Nov. 3 General Election in this segment of the Black Belt Newscast. Read moreWatch: Election Day 2026 wrap up
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Sheyann Webb-Christburg was 8 when she was part of the crowd of civil rights marchers attacked on Bloody Sunday in Selma months before President Lyndon Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act. Read moreBlack voters help propel Democrats, including history makers, in sweeping midterm victories
Republican U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville declared victory Tuesday in the race for Alabama governor, but Democrat Doug Jones did not concede in what appeared to be the closest gubernatorial contest in Alabama in 24 years. Read moreTommy Tuberville wins Alabama governor’s race; Doug Jones does not concede
Katherine Robertson won the race for Alabama attorney general early Wednesday morning, becoming the first woman to hold the office in state history. Read moreSelma native Katherine Robertson wins race for Alabama attorney general
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Dallas County has a new sheriff. Read moreDallas County elects first Black sheriff
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Congresswoman Terri Sewell won reelection for District 7 in the Tuesday General Election. Read moreSewell wins reelection for US House of Representatives District 7
U.S. Rep. Shomari Figures, D-Montgomery, won reelection Tuesday to Alabama’s 2nd Congressional District, defeating Alabama Rep. Rhett Marques, R-Enterprise and overcoming a legislative gerrymander meant to favor a Republican candidate. Read moreShomari Figures wins re-election in AL-02, overcoming Republican gerrymander
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Here’s a rundown of Nov. 3 General Election local results in Black Belt counties covered by the Black Belt News Network, according to the Alabama Secretary of State’s website. Read moreBlack Belt election results in Tuesday's General Election
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Black Belt News Network is sharing live Associated Press election results for the 2026 Alabama general election on Nov. 3 as part of the AP Fund for Journalism’s 2026 Elections Program. Read moreLive AP Election Results on Black Belt News Network
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Todd and Cindy talk about the General Election on Nov. 3, instructing residents to get sample ballots ahead of Tuesday to prepare for the election . Polls are open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Read moreWatch: General Election is Tuesday
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