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Case of Calhoun County man accused in killings of his parents sent to grand jury

SUMMARY: Tyler Ferguson, an Ohatchee man accused of murdering his parents, has been ordered by a judge to undergo a mental evaluation to assess his competency to stand trial. This decision follows the discovery of his parents, Randall and Debbie, who were found shot to death in their home last month. The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office is involved in the ongoing investigation into the case, which has drawn significant attention since it occurred a year ago.

Case of Calhoun County man accused in killings of his parents sent to grand jury
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Panoply 2025’s Musical Guests | April 18, 2025 | News 19 at 9 a.m.

SUMMARY: Panoply 2025, set for April 25-27, will feature a diverse lineup of live music, including rock, R&B, smooth jazz, and local acts such as Alana White and The Red Flags. Headliner Billy Allen and The Polly’s will perform on Friday night. New this year are DJ sets between performances, generating excitement among attendees. The event will offer a range of activities, including food and entertainment. Tickets are $15 for a weekend pass, with parking and logistics advised for ease. The festival’s website and Huntsville social media will provide updates on weather and other event details.

Panoply 2025 is a week from today! Patrice Johnson with Arts Huntsville swung by News 19 at 9am to tease this year’s musical guests!
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Alabama House committee approves Senate version of cell phone ban

by Anna Barrett, Alabama Reflector
April 16, 2025
The Alabama House Education Policy Committee Wednesday unanimously approved a bill that would ban cellphones in public schools during class instruction time.
SB 92, sponsored by Sen. Donnie Chesteen, R-Geneva, is identical to HB 166, sponsored by Rep. Leigh Hulsey, R-Helena, which passed the House earlier this month.
“It is identical to the way that we passed it out of the House and amended it on the floor recently. So we’re making sure that they’re tracking identically, and we have been able to successfully do that,” Hulsey, who carried the bill for Chesteen, said Wednesday.
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The bill requires local school boards to adopt a policy to store student cell phones during class hours. Some schools use Yondr Pouches to store phones, but the legislation does not specify how a phone should be stored.
“They just have to turn the phone off, store it off your person in a locker, car, whatever your storage solution is, it’s a similar solution. Whatever they choose,” Hulsey said.
There are three exceptions for when a student can access their phones: if they study under an Individualized Education Plan that allows it; for teacher-approved instruction and for medical purposes.
The bill was approved with no discussion. It moves to the full House for consideration.
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Foley man wins Race to the Finish as Kyle Larson gets first win of 2025 Xfinity Series at Bristol

SUMMARY: Kyle Larson dominated the 2025 Xfinity Series race at Bristol, leading 277 of 300 laps and claiming his first win of the season. Despite a few scary moments, Larson maintained control, finishing with only 12 cars on the lead lap. He also won the Cup Series race on Sunday. James Livingston from Foley won a NASCAR hat in a prediction contest, joining 11 others in a chance to win tickets to the NASCAR Xfinity Championship in Phoenix. The Xfinity Series will return to Rockingham for Easter weekend, with Casey Kane making his return to racing.

Kyle Larson started on the pole at Bristol and ended Saturday’s race in victory lane.
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