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‘Make life better’: Charles Barkley promotes Alabama Community Colleges in new ad campaign

Grayson Everett -
NBA Hall of Famer and Emmy Award-winning sports analyst Charles Barkley praised Alabama's community colleges as essential pathways to career opportunities during a visit...

Out-of-state parents make generous donation to UA after witnessing son’s positive experience

Austen Shipley -
Jennifer and Jefferson Davis, known for their generous charitable donations to academic institutions across the country, recently gifted a substantial sum to support students...

AHSAA dispels concerns over high school sports transfers

Jimmy Wigfield -
Growing concern about transfers in high school sports, especially football, might be an overreaction, an official with the Alabama High School Athletic Association says. “The...

Governor Ivey makes eight appointments to Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences Board

Grayson Everett -
On Monday, Governor Kay Ivey announced her recent appointments to the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences (ASHS) Board. The school will offer in-state Alabama...

1,800 Alabama students repeating third grade as literacy law takes effect

Austen Shipley -
Alabama has long struggled to achieve desired academic benchmarks for its public school students. In an effort to address this issue, the Alabama Legislature...

Alabama A&M University replaces iconic Alexander Shunnarah billboard on Birmingham skyline

Austen Shipley -
It's difficult to travel far in Alabama without seeing Birmingham-based lawyer and billboard king Alexander Shunnarah. This week, on his home turf in Birmingham,...

Hoover football coaches placed on administrative leave, video shows brutal player treatment

Charles Vaughan -
Hoover High School head football coach Drew Gilmer and defensive coordinator Adam Helms have each been placed on administrative leave, Hoover City Schools confirmed...

BSC looking to sell campus to buyers outside Alabama

Grayson Everett -
Birmingham-Southern College is broadening its search for a buyer for its 192-acre campus by soliciting offers outside the state of Alabama. The shuttered institution...

New security measures in Mobile schools: Cell phones locked, weapon and vape detectors installed

Olivia Morrison -
The Mobile County Public School System is enforcing new security protocols this year, including weapons detectors at the school entrances, vape detectors in bathrooms...

UAB unveils new, unified visual identity system

Grayson Everett -
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) announced a refreshed visual identity system following extensive brand research conducted over the past few years. The updated...

Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences secures land, hires architect

Austen Shipley -
In the latest major step toward making the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences a reality, the City of Demopolis announced it has officially transferred...

Auburn University closing DEI office in August

Austen Shipley -
Auburn University announced that it will be dissolving its office of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) by August 15. Employees will be reassigned to...

Jacksonville State University bowling team visits the White House

Jacksonville State University -
The Jacksonville State women's bowling team was among 40 NCAA National Championship teams honored at the White House on Monday at the annual White...

Alabama, Auburn joins growing college network in support of students from rural areas

Austen Shipley -
The University of Alabama and Auburn University have both recently joined the Small Town and Rural Students College Network (STARS), which is aimed at...

University of Alabama System closing DEI offices, redirecting resources to serve all students

Grayson Everett -
In compliance with a law passed earlier this year by the Alabama Legislature, campuses within the University of Alabama System will eliminate all offices...

Alabama back-to-school sales tax holiday now underway

Austen Shipley -
Alabama's annual back-to-school sales tax Holiday offers both parents and students a significant discount on necessary school supplies for the upcoming academic school year. On...

Alabama’s sales tax holiday this weekend is opportunity to save on school supplies and more

Nancy King Dennis -
The 19th annual back-to-school sales tax holiday is this weekend, and parents are being encouraged to take advantage of the savings. Gov. Kay Ivey said families should use...

Alabama Business Hall of Fame announces 7 new inductees – including Nick Saban

Grayson Everett -
On Thursday, it was announced that the Alabama Business Hall of Fame will honor seven business leaders who have brought lasting fame to the...

The mysterious history of Alabama’s ancient Moundville archaeological site

Anna Kathryn Fitch -
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

Grayson Everett -
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

Grayson Everett -
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

Austen Shipley -
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

Staff Report -
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

Austen Shipley -
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall is recognizing school safety programs and improvements across the state. On Tuesday, Marshall announced that the application process for...
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