Butler County Sheriff Retiring after 40 Years in Law Enforcement
Butler County Sheriff Danny Bond is planning to retire at the end of January effectively starting a new chapter in his life.
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ACTION 8 UPDATE: Local road conditions
ALEA State troopers give an update on road conditions in our area.
ALEA Warns Drivers of Travel Dangers in Frigid Weather
Roadways may ice over in the course of freezing rains and below freezing temperatures causing drivers who aren't used to icy roads to crash.
Butler County EMA Offers Safe, Warm Shelter to Anyone in Need During Frigid Weather
According to Alabama public Health nearly 20 people die from hypothermia in Alabama per year and the first line of defense against cold weather related illnesses and death is keeping warm.
Butler County Schools delay start time due to cold temperatures
Officials say from Tuesday, January 7 through Friday, January 10, students will report to school at 9:00 a.m.
Two people arrested for trespassing at Fountain Correctional Facility
Bean and Davis were arrested and taken to the Escambia County Jail.
Greenville High School Listed on State's Priority Schools List
Greenville High School has received a score of 57 with the release of the Alabama State Board of Education Report card.
Pike County Awarded New Equipment to Monitor Sexual Predators
Pike County Deputies now have new equipment to monitor sex offender activity across Pike County.
Opelika woman killed in Butler County crash
The crash happened around 12:24 p.m. Sunday on I-65 near the 133 mile marker, approximately four miles north of Greenville.
Man killed in wreck on Interstate 65 in Butler County
A man has been killed in a wreck between an SUV and a tractor-trailer truck on Interstate 65 in Butler County.
"Christmas in Candyland" opens in Andalusia
"Christmas in Candyland" is one of the biggest holiday attractions in Alabama, with more than 65,000 visits last year.
City of Greenville Re-Opens Movie Theater
The Edge Theater in Greenville has reopened after a year of non use.
Georgiana man dies in Butler County crash
19-year-old Eli Cole Blackburn was fatally injured when the 2000 Toyota Tacoma he was driving left the roadway and overturned.
Safely Heat Your Home During Winter Months
Heating devices carry a high risk of fire during the winter months.
Two Dead in Weekend House Fire in Georgiana
According to authorities fire medics received a call at 3:20 Sunday morning reporting a house fire.
Two killed in house fire in Georgiana
Georgiana Police Chief Jeremy Peagler tells Action 8 News that fire medics responded to the call and found two victims inside the home.
Pay It Forward: Theresa Jones of Greenville
Theresa Jones leads an organization called Selfless Care Ministry where she has bags filled with necessity items ready to give away. "Teresa goes around sometimes riding in her car with little…
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Wildfire Danger Advisory lifted for all Alabama counties
The Alabama Forestry Commission has lifted the Wildfire Danger Advisory statewide after the recent rainfall.
WATCH: Alabama House Democrats call for ban on glock switches
The Alabama House Democratic Caucus held a press conference at the Alabama State House Friday to address the issue.
What's Happening: November 15-17
If you're looking for something different to do this weekend, you're in luck.
Two men arrested for promoting prison contraband in Escambia County
Both are charged with possession of marijuana, attempting to promote prison contraband, and prohibited activities.
Democrat Shomari Figures wins election to U.S. House in Alabama's 2nd Congressional District
Democrat Shomari Figures wins election to U.S. House in Alabama's 2nd Congressional District.
Second District Republican Congressman Barry Moore wins Alabama's First Congressional District
Second District Republican Congressman Rep. Barry Moore has won election to Congress representing the neighboring District 1.
CAMPAIGN 2024: State and local election results
Here are the latest Alabama state and local election results from Action 8 News.
Former Alabama State Sen. Jimmy Holley dies at 80
Former Alabama State Sen. Jimmy Holley of Elba has died at the age of 80.
