SUMMARY: As temperatures drop in the Tennessee Valley, many are experiencing issues with their heating systems, prompting concerns about burning smells. This is often due to dust buildup, which is typically harmless if it dissipates within 5 to 10 minutes. To avoid heating problems, experts recommend scheduling a system tune-up and ensuring that all entrances have proper weather stripping to prevent heat loss. Regularly replacing air filters also helps maintain the system’s efficiency. For energy savings, the U.S. Department of Energy suggests setting thermostats as low as comfortably possible.

With the drop in temperatures, comes an increase in the number of people cranking up the heat for the first time since last winter.

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SUMMARY: Temperatures across Central Alabama will be in the 40s and 30s this morning, with highs reaching the mid-50s later. Winds will remain gusty, up to 30 mph. Friday and Saturday will be impact days due to cold and wind, with Friday’s wind chill in the 20s at daybreak and highs only in the 50s. Evening temperatures for playoff games will dip to 44°F, feeling colder. Saturday may bring frost and freeze warnings, with temperatures possibly reaching freezing. Saturday’s football games will see cold temperatures, but a recovery is expected by the afternoon. Next week could bring showers and thunderstorms.

Blustery to end the week in Central Alabama with frost likely to kick off the weekend

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SUMMARY: A mistrial was declared in the murder case of Sheila A.G., accused of aiding her son in the murder of Brooklyn Sims, after drama in the jury room. During deliberations, concerns arose when one juror was accused of distraction, reportedly doing crossword puzzles. Additionally, tensions escalated due to an argumentative juror, leading two jurors to feel unsafe, one of whom had health concerns. The defense moved for a mistrial, which Judge Coleman Robinson granted. A new jury will hear the case, as the judge emphasized the need for decency and appropriate conduct among jurors to reach a fair verdict.

An Escambia County judge has granted the defense team’s motion for a mistrial in the Sheila Agee principal to murder case.
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