AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoEducation & Community: Lawrence County Public Library is kicking off its 2026 Summer Reading Program, “Unearth a Story,” July 7–28, with free Tuesday events at Moulton Middle School Gym and registration June 29–July 3. Local History & Identity: A new Alabama Black Heritage historical marker was unveiled at the former R.A. Hubbard School in Courtland, spotlighting Richard Alexander Hubbard and the long fight over segregated schooling. Schools & Literacy: Moulton’s district reports major reading gains, with over 98% of third graders reading on or above grade level after ACAP, plus summer reading camp support. Workforce & Jobs: Lawrence, Morgan, and Limestone counties stayed below the state unemployment rate in April, even as local leaders warn low unemployment can mean hiring pressure and daily commuting. Civil Rights & Voting Rights: A federal three-judge panel blocked Alabama from using its 2023 congressional map, citing intentional discrimination against Black voters, and ordered a race-blind remedial map for 2026 elections. Remembering a Civil Rights Architect: Clarence B. Jones—close to MLK and a key writer of “I Have a Dream”—died at 95.
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