Savannah Sapp
Sand Mountain Bureau Reporter
Huntsville, AL
Savannah Sapp is a graduate of Troy University with a bachelor’s degree in political science. During her undergraduate studies, Savannah worked as a reporter and evening anchor for TROY TrojanVision News.
Savannah focuses on stories in the Sand Moutain portion of 48's viewing area.
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The Marshall County Sheriff’s Office is reopening an investigation for a deceased baby found in a trash dump in 1982 in the Pleasant Grove community.
A small town drag show continues to spark controversy, now beyond state lines. Leaders of the New York-based Catholic League for Religious and Civil Rights are now calling on local groups to protest Albertville’s Holly Jolly Drag Show, scheduled for December 8th at Legends Bar and Grill.
New information has been found regarding the man accused of killing a Huntsville teen who disappeared weeks before his body was found.
County commissioners say they are moving many services from the courthouse to a new, centralized office. They’re also making major repairs to the county courthouse and spending millions to do so.
Mueller Co. LLC has agreed to settle claims of sexual harassment and retaliation for three women employed at its plant in Albertville following the May 2023 U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission lawsuit.
Local farmers thankful for record corn harvest
Huntsville mother awaits justice for daughter
Before you flock to the toy aisle for your holiday shopping, experts have a warning. Some toys could be used to spy on you.
The Hard Hat Girls and Women of Jackson County are working hard to make a difference.
Jackson County Commission Chairman Bill Nance says more people are moving into the area, bringing revenue along with them. Now, the commission working on a three-year plan keep that growth going.
A Jackson County man was sentenced to multiple life sentences on Tuesday afternoon for multiple counts of sexual abuse.
Officials over the 7A school district are now proposing a separate magnet school to be housed in the brand new career tech building.
Arab Primary unveils outdoor classroom
Little River Canyon is one of the most popular outdoor attractions the city of Fort Payne has to offer.
Governor Kay Ivey issues a “no burn order” that will go into effect at 8 a.m. on Thursday.
Governor Kay Ivey wants more people to join the work force and she made it clear while she was speaking to Albertville’s Rotary Club on Tuesday.
Three Republican candidates want your vote to fill former Senator Clay Scofield’s District 9 seat.
Jurors in a high-profile Huntsville murder trial have decided to sentence convicted cop killer LaJeromeny Brown to death after days of deliberation.
Veteran receives much-needed leg braces thanks to an Alabama Congressman
Huntsville Hospital has officially announced a joint partnership with HEMSI in a press release Tuesday.
At a Marshall County Commission meeting last Wednesday, tensions rose after Marshall County Coroner Cody Nugent was denied his request for embalming tables.
Pastor protest for Steve Perkins
STEAM Fest inspired young minds at the Von Braun Center on Saturday.
One small business in Marshall County reacts to being victim to scam call
Gordon was one of the individuals Decatur Police identified following the Hudson Memorial Bridge protest that blocked the roadway.
Grand opening of a new career technical school in Jackson County
The fire allegedly occurred at the Y and S manufacturing plant on County Road 458 in the Pine Ridge area
Traffic was stopped on Highway 31 into Decatur as protestors blocked traffic in the middle of the bridge.
Parson Closet opens for Snead State students
Marshall County recovers months after euthanasia crisis
Proceedings are underway in a high profile murder trial in Madison County.
Chief Deputy Tim Gann said William “Ben” Darby will serve three years on probation as part of a plea deal.
A new traffic signal on Hwy. 431 outside of Guntersville is expected make a hazardous stretch of road a bit safer for drivers.
Mentions of the expansion came up during Wednesday’s commission meeting. Commission Chairman James Hutcheson says the expansion is still in the early stages of planning and no funding has been allocated.
Exhibit tells stories of Alabama Holocaust survivors
Huntsville Police are still searching for 15-year-old Ja’Marious Logan. Logan was last seen at the LR Patton apartment complex on September 25.
Seniors from the East-Limestone Senior Center recently raised concerns over the lengthy wait list for the center’s Meals on Wheels program.
29 horses found dead, 40 dogs rescued from Colbert County home
Smith says her father was able to escape the home and run to a neighboring home for help. He was taken to Huntsville Hospital where he remains in a medically induced coma.
Teacher and army reserve soldier honored by students
After three surgeries due to one near-death experience, an Albertville athlete is on the way to recovery after a run-in with a vehicle in Guntersville.
Marshall County school board plans for new pre-K campus
Residents believes the dogs are mostly being abandoned in Kilpatrick by people who do not want their pets anymore.
Students operate heavy machinery while learning of the agriculture industry
Elderly residents turned away from Meals On Wheels
The City of Arab continues to offer more outdoor fun for its residents. Parks and Recreation Director Eric Hayes says the addition of pickle ball courts has residents flocking to Arab City Park.
Albertville City Schools are now under brand new leadership as superintendent Dr. Bart Reeves began his first day on the job.
The City of Fort Payne, incorporated in 1889 was known as a “boom town” due to the many industries started during that time.
