Aniya Kinnion
ReporterAniya Kinnion is a student intern in the Alabama Public Radio newsroom. She majors in News Media at The University of Alabama. She appreciates all forms of media and hopes to develop a career in reporting. In her spare time, she enjoys serving at her church, shopping, and advocating for IBD awareness.
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The National Weather Service is predicting another round of severe storms in Alabama Friday. This comes after multiple confirmed tornadoes hit across the state last weekend. -
Severe weather is expected to move into Alabama. Forecasters predict the greatest risks to be tornadoes, damaging winds and heavy rain. The severe storms are set to arrive Friday night through early Saturday morning. -
Staffing shortages in Alabama’s mental health field are raising concerns. Health professionals in the state say the crisis has reduced access to mental health care and provider capacity. The Alabama Department of Mental Health is working to tackle this rising issue. -
The Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach and Waterfront Park is hosting the annual Orange Beach Festival of Art on Saturday and Sunday. The festival will include over one hundred booths highlighting local and regional art. -
A northeastern community in Alabama is working to promote clean waterways in the state. The Etowah County Extension is hosting a watershed planning workshop today at its office. Volunteers will discuss plans on how to take care of water in their community. -
Tuscaloosa is introducing an easier way to request help. The new 311 app launches Wednesday and is a non-emergency request center for residents. Citizens in the Druid City can directly contact City Hall through submitting city service requests.
