AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoTuskegee University Dress Code Debate: Tuskegee president Dr. Mark Brown says the school’s renewed dress and conduct standards are meant to “raise the bar” for job readiness, arguing the rules are about professionalism—not personal style—while critics push back on restrictions like non-religious head coverings. Workforce & Learning in Homewood: Homewood Public Library is rolling out free fall programs for adults and teens, from GED prep and computer skills to career planning and Spanish-language tech classes. Legal Access in Alabama: A new report flags Alabama’s “legal deserts,” saying nearly two-thirds of counties have fewer than one attorney per 1,000 people, leaving many residents without adequate legal help. HIV Stigma Still Sticks: Despite medical advances, a GLAAD report finds many Americans lack trust or understanding of prevention and treatment, with Alabama advocates calling for clearer, more accessible education. Birmingham Food for Peace: Former South Carolina Gov. David Beasley is bringing his “Breaking Bread Together” initiative to a Birmingham farm, betting that shared meals can build real peace. Local Public Safety: Selma’s police chief candidates faced tough questions on crime and trust during interviews, while Millbrook police arrested two men after disorderly conduct during a high school football game.
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