Reggie Kyle

Gadsden

Reporter and Multimedia Journalist at WBRC-TV (Birmingham, AL)

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Talladega County community looking for answers to dangerous road conditions

1 week ago | wbrc.com | Reggie Kyle

TALLADEGA COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - A volunteer fire chief in Lay Lake is concerned for neighbors in the Talladega County community of Fayetteville because their roads are in such bad shape, hindering ambulances and fire trucks driving on it. Chief Yancey Brown with the Lay Lake Volunteer Fire Department says he’s told neighbors on Aubie Lane to expect delays in their response times.
Gadsden firefighter working his way back after traumatic injuries

1 week ago | wbrc.com | Reggie Kyle

GADSDEN, Ala. (WBRC) - A Gadsden firefighter who was seriously hurt when a tree limb fell and hit him is slowly making his way back to work. Lt. Justin Campbell with the Gadsden Fire Department says he doesn’t remember what happened, but if it wasn’t for his family, he wouldn’t be here today. Back in May, Campbell’s wife says he was cutting a tree that was leaning on another tree near their house when a piece of that tree fell, hitting him in the head.
City of Anniston lays their beloved fire chief to rest

2 weeks ago | wbrc.com | Reggie Kyle

ANNISTON, Ala. (WBRC) - A great chief and an even better person. That’s how people are remembering Anniston Fire Chief Jeff Waldrep, who died earlier this week after suffering a heart attack. First responders from all around east Alabama gathered to say goodbye to Waldrep, who served as Anniston’s fire chief. “Chief Waldrep had a lasting impact, and I think it’s evident from the outpouring of support that we have here today,” said Jackson Hodges with the City of Anniston.
Neighbors in St. Clair County frustrated about road conditions

2 weeks ago | wbrc.com | Reggie Kyle

St. CLAIR COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - Neighbors in St. Clair County are frustrated about the roads they drive on everyday. People who live in the Peaceful Meadows Subdivision have tried patching up potholes themselves, but they don’t hold up. “My husband, as well as some other gentlemen in the neighborhood, they try to fix them on a regular basis. We have spent hundreds and hundreds if not thousands of dollars,” said Katrina Nail.
Gadsden city leaders are preparing to enforce new hemp, THC laws

2 weeks ago | wbrc.com | Reggie Kyle

GADSDEN, Ala. (WBRC) - City leaders in Gadsden are discussing how they plan to enforce new laws regarding the sale of hemp and THC products in Alabama. The Alabama Attorney General’s Office has clarified that it will be illegal to sell or possess smokable hemp products as of July 1, 2025. The attorney general’s office said someone could be prosecuted for having or selling those products on or after July 1, as well.
City of Anniston mourning the death of their beloved fire chief

2 weeks ago | wbrc.com | Reggie Kyle

ANNISTON, Ala. (WBRC) - The City of Anniston is mourning Anniston Fire Chief Jeff Waldrep, who passed away after recently suffering a massive heart attack. Oxford Fire Chief Gary Sparks says he knew Waldrep his entire fire service career. First responders remembered Waldrep as being kind, fair and more importantly a good man. After Waldrep suffered a massive heart attack, the city came together and held a prayer vigil last week to show their love and support for the chief and his family.
Etowah County animal agencies hosting Paws at the Falls event

3 weeks ago | wbrc.com | Reggie Kyle

ETOWAH COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - A chance to help local animal shelters in East Alabama combat overcrowding will take place on Saturday. It’s called Paws at the Falls in Gadsden where three agencies will come together for a common cause to save lives. “Etowah County Animal Shelter, Gadsden Humane Society and Rainbow City Animal Shelter are all at full capacity most of the time,” said Gracie Griggs with the Etowah County Animal Shelter.
Neighbors living near Noccalula Falls report bear sighting in their yard

3 weeks ago | wbrc.com | Reggie Kyle

GADSDEN, Ala. (WBRC) - If you’ve lived in Alabama for long you know that bear sightings aren’t unheard of, especially for our neighbors in the more northern parts of our state. James Sweezy is the owner of Nuisance Wildlife Control. He says if you come face-to-face with a bear the first thing to remember is stay calm because they’re afraid of you too. “They’re not going to stay here. We don’t have the food source here for them.
Ending job corps program impacts more than just students

3 weeks ago | wbrc.com | Reggie Kyle

GADSDEN, Ala. (WBRC) - There are 200 low-income students in Gadsden left wondering what comes next after the U.S. Department of Labor announced last week that it will begin pausing operations at Job Corps centers nationwide on Monday, June 30. With an uncertain future, Job Corps Director Corey Davis went to WMGJ Radio Station to talk directly to the people of Gadsden and let them know what’s really going on.
Noccalula Falls park director advises visitors to stay out the water

4 weeks ago | wbrc.com | Reggie Kyle

GADSDEN, Ala. (WBRC) - A woman’s body was found this week after she disappeared while floating in the gorge at Noccalula Falls. Park Director Christina Richardson says the park is safe and this week’s tragedy is not what anyone wanted. “Lots of rain, the water flow is much stronger. There is actually a city ordinance in place that says you can’t swim below the waterfall,” said Richardson. Richardson says Regina Smith’s death is the second in her 12 years at the park.