A state of emergency was issued in Birmingham, Ala., Monday, after tornadoes thundered into the area, killing two people and injuring hundreds, said Pat Curry, Jefferson County's chief deputy coroner.

The Tallapoossee Historical Society, sponsor of the annual event, said it was pleased with the turnout and the selection of homes featured on the tour this year.

A Wedowee man found guilty of robbing a New Site business at gunpoint earlier this year was sentenced to life in prison without parole Wednesday.