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WEATHER

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TALLASSEE TIGERS 2026 SCHEDULE

Aug. 14 - TIGER NIGHT (Home)

Aug. 21 - MONTGOMERY ACADEMY (Away)

Aug. 28 - WETUMPKA (Home)

Sept. 4 - HOLTVILLE (Home)

Sept. 11 - MARBURY (Away)

Sept. 18 - BOOKER T. WASHINGTON (Homecoming)

Oct. 2 - CHARLES HENDERSON (Away)

Oct. 9 - BEAUREGARD (Home - Senior Night)

Oct. 16 - VALLEY (Away)

Oct. 23 - ELMORE COUNTY (Away)

REELTOWN REBELS 2026 SCHEDULE

Aug. 21 - BEAUREGARD (Away)

Aug. 28 - TRINITY (Away)

Sep. 4 - B.B. COMER (Home)

Sep. 11 - HORSESHOE BEND (Home)

Sep. 18 - DADEVILLE (Away)

Oct. 2 - RANBURNE (Homecoming)

Oct. 9 - CENTRAL COOSA (Away)

Oct. 16 - RANDOLPH COUNTY (Home)

Oct. 23 - LANETT (Away)

Oct. 30 - ELMORE COUNTY (Senior Night)

TROY UNIVERSITY FOOTBALL SCHEDULE

2026 Football Schedule

Sep 5 - SAM HOUSTON STATE (Home)

Sep 12 - ALABAMA STATE (Home)

Sep 19 - MISSOURI (Away)

Sep 26 - UTAH STATE (Away)

Oct 6 - SOUTHERN MISS (Home)

Oct 17 - LOUISIANA LAFAYETTE (Away)

Oct 24 - LOUISIANA MONROE (Home)

Oct 29 - JAMES MADISON (Away)

Nov 7 - LOUISIANA TECH (Home)

Nov 14 - SOUTH ALABAMA (Away)

Nov 21 - GEORGIA SOUTHERN (Home)

Nov 28 - ARKANSAS STATE (Away)

Dec 4 - SUN BELT CHAMPIONSHIP (Away)

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JUL

Pay It Forward: Nottia Johnson of Elmore County

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Justin Walker

Nottia Johsnon's coworkers say she goes above and beyond her normal duties at work to help pay it forward.

JUN

ACTION 8 UPDATE: Jackson Hospital says it will not move forward with July 1 closure process

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WAKA Action 8 News

Montgomery's bankrupt Jackson Hospital says due to recent developments, it will not start a process to close on July 1.

JUN

Prattville High School marching band prepares to march in Philadelphia

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WAKA Action 8 News

The Pride of Prattville Marching Band is preparing to march in Philadelphia as part of a celebration of America's 250th birthday.

JUN

Mid-90° heat, chances for afternoon showers/storms through Friday

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Ben Lang

A marginal (level 1/5) severe risk continues for our area Tuesday evening. One or two storms may produce a damaging wind gust.

JUN

ACTION 8 UPDATE: Man charged in death of missing man in Montgomery

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WAKA Action 8 News

Montgomery police have charged a man with capital murder in the death of a man who had been reported missing.

JUN

How to help ALEA win “Best-looking Cruiser” contest

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WAKA Action 8 News

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency needs your votes as it hopes to win a national "Best-looking Cruiser" contest.

JUN

President Trump nominates Alabama Supreme Court justice for federal judgeship

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WAKA Action 8 News

Alabama Supreme Court Associate Justice Greg Cook has been nominated to a federal judgeship by President Trump.

JUN

ALDOT seeking input on another roundabout in Pike Road

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WAKA Action 8 News

As work is completed on two roundabouts in Pike Road, the Alabama Department of Transportation is seeking input on a third one along the same road.

JUN

8 ON YOUR SIDE CONSUMER ALERT: Ford recalling more than 741,000 vehicles

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WAKA Action 8 News

Ford is recalling more than 741,000 vehicles in the U.S. because a transmission issue may damage the park system, which could increase the risk of a crash or injury.

JUN

Former Montgomery City Council member sues over removal from seat

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WAKA Action 8 News

Action 8 News has confirmed that former Montgomery City Council member Marche Johnson has filed a lawsuit against the council for removing her from office.

SPORTS NEWS FROM ACTION 8 SPORTS

JUN

LeBron James not returning to Lakers, plans to play 24th season elsewhere

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WAKA Action 8 News

LeBron James will not be back with the Los Angeles Lakers and plans to play a record-extending 24th NBA season elsewhere.

JUN

Behind the Biscuits: Kamren James

By:

Lindsey Bonner

Sports Director Lindsey Bonner sits down with Kamren James from the Biscuits to learn his journey to and through the minor leagues.

JUN

Jacob Ozment takes over at Lee-Scott Academy

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Lindsey Bonner

Jacob Ozment is named the next head football coach at Lee-Scott Academy. Ozment has been with the program for the past six seasons as the defensive coordinator.

ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

JUL

Prince Harry's security fight threatens highly-anticipated reunion with King Charles: expert

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's U.K. trip faces security concerns as Archewell says a promised risk assessment by RAVEC has still not taken place.

JUL

Village People lead singer Victor Willis dead at 74

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JUL

Taylor Swift's rumored Madison Square Garden wedding faces one massive hurdle, celebrity planner warns

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Celebrity event planner reveals what it would take to transform Madison Square Garden into a romantic wedding venue for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding.

MUSIC NEWS - ULTIMATE CLASSIC HITS

JUL

Night Ranger 'Knew We Were Stuck' After 'Sister Christian'

By:

Corey Irwin

Co-founder Kelly Keagy recalls the unexpected fallout from their classic hit. Continue reading…

JUL

The Top 250 American Songs That Define Our Culture

By:

Michael Gallucci

The tracks that helped shape the cultural landscape of the U.S. over the past six decades. Continue reading…

JUL

Foreigner Risk Controversy By Reviving Old Song

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Martin Kielty

The track “Women,” accused of being sexist on release in 1979, is back in the band’s set list. Should it be? Continue reading…

TROY UNIVERSITY SPORTS NEWS
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JUN

Troy Athletics, Troy Regional Announce 7-Year Partnership, Including Field Logo at The Vet

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TROY, Ala. – Troy Athletics and Troy Regional strengthened an already established partnership on Tuesday by announcing a new seven-year sponsorship agreement that will benefit all Troy student-athletes and enhance Troy Regional's brand through the placement of its logo on the East Apron at The Vet.

JUN

Trojan Report - June 2026

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JUN

T-Roy’s Kids Club & T-Roy’s Pet Pals Early Bird Memberships Now Available

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TROY, Ala. – Everyone's favorite mascot, T-Roy, is back with two fun opportunities for Troy fans of all ages and species, as early registration is now open for T-Roy's Kids Club and T-Roy's Pet Pals, presented by Troy Animal Clinic.

JUN

Troy Athletics Posts 3.20 Spring GPA for Spring 2026; 13 of 15 Programs Above 3.0

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TROY, Ala. – Troy Athletics is proud to announce that across its 15 programs, 13 earned a grade-point average above 3.0 for the Spring 2026 semester, with an average of 3.20.

JUN

The Trojan Report: A Monthly Update from the Director of Athletics (June 2026)

Troy Athletics Launches Trojan Mobile

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TROY, Ala. – Troy Athletics announced Tuesday the launch of Trojan Mobile, by Collegiate Mobile on the T-Mobile 5G Network, a phone service designed for Troy students, alumni, faculty and fans, with rates as low as $15 per month.

MAY

The Trojan Report: A Monthly Update from the Director of Athletics (May 2026)

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MAY

Forty-Four Troy Student-Athletes Earn Degrees at Spring Commencement

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MAY

This Week in Troy University Athletics (May 4 - 10)

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This Week in Troy Athletics: April 27 - May 3, 2026

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