Kayla Smith

1 week ago | whnt.com | Kayla Smith

HUNSTVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — Blue pinwheels, the symbol of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, have been placed in communities across North Alabama in April, representing the joy a child should be able to feel while growing up. On Monday, Madison County leaders emphasized their ongoing support for an organization that provides resources for children who have experienced abuse.

1 week ago | whnt.com | Kayla Smith

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — When we think about the scientific theory of the creation of the universe, we often picture a massive explosion in association with the Big Bang theory, but that is not where things stopped. The universe is constantly expanding, and researchers want to understand how that process is happening. They know that the universe remains in constant motion and is ever-growing, but the forces that drive the expansion of our cosmos remain a little mysterious.

2 weeks ago | whnt.com | Kayla Smith

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — Locally owned Alabama pharmacies have been closing their doors at a rapid rate, but a bill that passed the state legislature Tuesday will change how they are reimbursed, aiming to keep more independent pharmacies open. Huntsville-based Star Discount Pharmacy Director Trent McLemore said he would not have expected to see this day six months ago, and he believes this bill will create a more fair system.

2 weeks ago | whnt.com | Kayla Smith

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — After seeing some gains Tuesday morning, the markets closed in the red, continuing a trend of sinking stock prices that is leaving many people wondering about their investments. “We do get a lot of calls when the markets are acting the way they are now with people who are just concerned about their balance going down,” said Michael McGlaughn, an investment advisor representative and the COO of Trilogy Wealth Management.

2 weeks ago | whnt.com | Kayla Smith

ALABAMA (WHNT) — If you are betting on Alabama getting a state lottery this year, the odds are not looking good. As of now, this year’s gambling package will not even be brought to the Senate floor for a vote. Alabama is one of only five states left in the country without a lottery. This year’s bill would have created one and legalized other forms of popular gambling, like sports betting and casino games. However, Alabama lawmakers are not closer to making that a reality.