Amanda DeVoe
WKRG
Panama City, FL, United States
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Driven: Fitness enthusiasts join forces to promote healthy lifestyles
Two fitness enthusiasts and childhood friends have come together to help empower the Black community to live a healthy lifestyle. They not only want to improve their clients' bodies, but their minds as well. → Read More
Black History Month Trailblazer: General Gary Cooper
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — WKRG News 5 continues to recognize trailblazers during Black History Month. News 5 recognizes the first Black person to command a Marine Corps infantry company, General Gary Cooper. Born in 1936, Cooper grew up in Mobile. He graduated from McGill-Toolen Catholic High School and the University of Notre Dame. At the […] → Read More
Black History Month: Mobile’s only Black-owned bank still helping the community
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Black-owned banks were once the backbone in the Black community, especially during the times of segregation. Commonwealth National Bank, the only Black-owned bank in lower Alabama, has worked to help families overcome financial discrimination over the years. Commonwealth has been a fixture in the Toulminville neighborhood since 1976. “This is Black […] → Read More
Investigation into USA professors’ ‘racially insensitive Halloween costumes continues
Three University of South Alabama Professors who are being investigated by the administration for controversial Halloween costume photos that many called “racially insensitive” are still on paid leave. → Read More
Mother brings 3-year-old daughter’s love for Spider-Man to life in viral birthday photos
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A three-year-old Mobile girl’s costume capturing her love for Spider-Man is capturing the hearts of thousands on social media. Demi Rose Jackson’s mother and eldest sister share the deeper meaning behind the costume. The picture showing Demi Rose perched up on a building in downtown Mobile dressed as the one and […] → Read More
Investigation into USA professors who wore ‘racially insensitive’ costumes nears conclusion
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The University of South Alabama’s interim president John Smith sent a letter to students, faculty and staff giving a update on the investigation into three professors from the Mitchell College of Business who wore racially insensitive costumes during a Halloween party back in 2014. The professors were placed on leave earlier […] → Read More
Nonprofit to hold event on social media’s impact on teens
DAPHNE, Ala. (WKRG) — Nonprofit Health A Sista Out, an organization that focuses on the wellness of women of color, is hosting an event this Sunday for middle school girls. The event will focus on the pros and cons surrounding teens and social media. It will take place this Sunday, August 1 at 2 p.m. […] → Read More
Nasa Hataoka opens 6-stroke lead in Marathon LPGA Classic
SYLVANIA, Ohio (AP) — Nasa Hataoka opened a six-stroke lead Saturday in the Marathon LPGA Classic, birdieing four of the last five holes for a 7-under 64. A month after losing a playoff to Yuka Saso in the U.S. Women’s Open at Olympic Club, Hataoka has led wire-to-wire at Highland Meadows to put herself in […] → Read More
Realmuto to start at C for NL, Merrifield and Anderson added
DENVER (AP) — Philadelphia’s J.T. Realmuto will take over for injured San Francisco catcher Buster Posey as the National League’s starter in Tuesday’s All-Star Game at Coors Field. St. Louis catcher Yadier Molina earned his 10th All-Star selection, among 10 replacements announced Saturday by Major League Baseball. Molina was elected on the players’ ballot and […] → Read More
Driven: Special needs boy writes book to raise awareness about kids with disabilities
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A special needs boy bullied at school is using his pain to empower kids just like him to dream beyond their limitations. For Justin Douglas, going to school can be painful. Amanda DeVoe: “How are the kids at school towards you?” Justin: Not nice. Amanda: Why are they not nice? Justin: “Cause I’m different.” His mother Cynterrya Burnett said she knew Justin was different… → Read More
Driven: Brewton Donations-Only restaurant continues to thrive during pandemic
BREWTON, Ala. (WKRG) — Lisa Thomas-McMillian knows how it feels to go hungry. “It’s the loneliest feeling in the world. If I can keep anybody else from going through that, then it’s something that I’m committed to do. I’m going to do that,” she said. That’s why you’ll find her behind the counter at her […] → Read More
Local nonprofit receives proclamation for ‘Alabama Pay It Forward Day’
DAPHNE, Ala. (WKRG) — A local nonprofit that just got a proclamation from Gov. Kay Ivey wants everyone to spread acts of kindness today. Health A Sista Out is an organization that promotes wellness for the mind, body, and spirit through education, mentoring, and other programs. The group received a proclamation deeming Thursday, April 29, as ‘Alabama Pay It Forward’ day in Alabama. To […] → Read More
Traffic Alert: two crashes causing heavy delays on I-10 in Mobile
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The Alabama Highway Patrol is working two major crashes on I-10 eastbound in Mobile. The first crash was reported around 6:00 a.m., on I-10 eastbound near the Dauphin Island Parkway exit. The crash involved a mustang that had a lane blocked for more than an hour. The congestion remains in that […] → Read More
Man dead after truck crashes into tree in Santa Rosa county
JAY, Fla. (WKRG) — A 68-year-old man is dead following an early morning crash in Santa Rosa county. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the crash happened around 3:30 Monday morning. Troopers say the man was driving his red Ford pickup truck northbound on Morristown road when he traveled off the roadway and went airborne […] → Read More
USA faculty of color pen open letter to President, Board of Trustees after racially insensitive photos
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Nearly 275 University of South Alabama faculty members of color signed an open letter to President Tony Waldrop and the Board of Trustees following our News 5 Investigation into racially insensitive photos that resurfaced of three professors from a 2014 on-campus Halloween Party. Faculty members want a call to action put […] → Read More
ALEA urges drivers to use caution ahead of Spring Break
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — As parents and children get ready for spring break, local law enforcement agencies are warning drivers of a busy and possibly dangerous month ahead. For the next month, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency wants families to expect more people on the road until the end of April. As COVID-19 restrictions start to loosen, many people here on the Gulf Coast are excited. “I… → Read More
Driven: Mobile native designs Vera Bradley tote bag to promote unity
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A Mobile native who felt compelled to do something following last year’s racial tensions is using her love of fashion to make a difference. One of the country’s top fashion brands is helping her do just that. Victoria Williams approached handbag and luggage company Vera Bradley about creating a bag that symbolizes unity. Williams is a store associate at the […] → Read More
Four people in hospital after car crashes into tree in Pensacola
PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — Four young people are in the hospital with critical injuries after a car crashes into a tree early Friday morning in Pensacola. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the crash happened at 2:30 a.m. at University Parkway and Governors Drive. The 21-year-old driver of the car was driving at a high […] → Read More
Marijuana, guns found after Decatur traffic stop
A Decatur man is facing marijuana charges after being pulled over for a traffic violation Thursday. → Read More
Driven: Educator finds passion in writing children’s books
A local educator laid off because of the pandemic is still finding a way to inspire children through her love of writing. → Read More