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The mysterious history of Alabama’s ancient Moundville archaeological site
Alabama is home to a surprising number of archaeological sites with deep, rich histories dating back centuries. While many of these locations have been...
Stancil Starnes describes UA System’s foresight in service of state’s healthcare needs
Member of the University of Alabama System Board of Trustees, Stancil “Stan” Starnes, has held a front row seat to changes that have vitally...
Alabama Department of Education thwarts major cyberattack, investigation ongoing
The Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE) announced it responded swiftly to a recent cyberattack, restoring services and implementing enhanced cybersecurity measures while an...
Artificial intelligence research center launched at the University of Alabama
A new, innovative artificial intelligence research center will soon go live at the University of Alabama.
Housed in the College of Engineering, the Alabama Center...
Financial aid letters to arrive for Alabama community, technical college students after federal FAFSA delay
According to the Alabama Community College System, students who completed the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and have applied or enrolled in...
2024 Alabama Safe Schools Initiative awards application now open
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall is recognizing school safety programs and improvements across the state. On Tuesday, Marshall announced that the application process for...
UAW admits hijacking Alabama, Auburn trademarks in failed Mercedes-Benz union drive
The United Auto Workers (UAW) union is formally notifying its members and the public at large that it did not have permission to use...
University of Alabama programs prepare rural Alabamians for careers in health care
Thirty-five high school students and recent graduates from rural Alabama communities are spending part of their summer at The University of Alabama College of...
Mobile County Public Schools unveil new safety plan
Mobile County School Board members announced during their June 26 meeting that several new safety enhancements will soon be put into place.
An enhanced safety...
Montgomery Public Schools mandates clear bookbag for all students
Montgomery Public Schools announced next school year, the district will be requiring all students, regardless of their grade, to use clear bookbag while on...
University of Montevallo fishing team earns fourth consecutive School of the Year title
The University of Montevallo has set a new record of winning four consecutive Bass Pro Shops School of the Year presented by Abu Garcia titles following the season-ending...
Alabama A&M University approves contract extension for President Wims to 2030
The Alabama A&M University (AAMU) Board of Trustees voted unanimously among those present to extend the contract of President Daniel K. Wims to December...
Alabama School of Math and Science opens historic research facility
Gov. Kay Ivey was on hand for the ribbon cutting of the historic E.O. Wilson Science Research Center at the Alabama School of Math...
Tuberville, Britt commend the University of South Alabama on 60th Anniversary
This week, U.S. Senators Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) and Katie Britt (R-AL) introduced a resolution to celebrate the University of South Alabama’s 60th anniversary.
The University of South...
Junior Achievement of Alabama announces $20 Million capital campaign to build the McWane Economic Education Center
Junior Achievement of Alabama (JA) announced an ambitious $20 million capital campaign to construct downtown Birmingham's McWane Economic Education Center. With a lead gift...
Tuition to increase at several Alabama public universities
In a decision approved by the University of Alabama System Board of Trustees finance committee, tuition for out-of-state undergraduates will rise by 3% at...
Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences names Ted Hosp, Freddy Padilla to board of directors
The Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences (ASHS) added two leaders with deep roots in the state's business and nonprofit sectors to its board of...
Alabama Community College System activates free program for future correctional officers
According to the Alabama Community College System, registration is now open for a new, no-cost college and career readiness program aimed at reducing barriers...
New AHSAA executive director says rules will be enforced
After the sudden retirement of former Alabama High School Athletics Association (AHSAA) executive director Alvin Briggs last April, the central board began an immediate...
Alabama Clean Fuels Coalition helps school districts secure $7.8 million for new electric school buses
The Alabama Clean Fuels Coalition recently played a key role in helping seven school systems in the state secure $7.8 million to purchase a...
Auburn cyber and critical infrastructure institute adds former congressman, national security experts as senior fellows
On Thursday, the McCrary Institute for Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Security at Auburn University announced six more senior fellows to its 2024 cohort.
The six...
UA National Alumni Association receives record $8 million gift from non-alumnus
The University of Alabama’s National Alumni Association received an $8 million gift from the estate of a man who did not attend the school...
Junior Achievement of Alabama working to pave new paths beyond a college degree
For decades, the conventional wisdom has been that earning a four-year college degree was an important step in promoting upward mobility. For the most...
Governor Ivey invites Alabama students to take part in her summer reading challenge
Governor Kay Ivey sent out a message to all of Alabama's kindergarten through eighth grade students late last week announcing this summer's statewide reading...