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Alabama seniors can apply to college for free Oct. 6-10
Alabama offers high school seniors free college application submissions, easing financial barriers to higher education. HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Alabama College Application Week is giving high school seniors across the state the opportunity to submit...
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Alabama man says ICE detained him twice despite proof of citizenship
An Alabama man said in a lawsuit that Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers detained him twice and continued holding him even after he provided proof of citizenship. Leonardo Garcia Venegas, a construction worker in Baldwin County, alleges...
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Alabama commission looks for ways to address PTSD in first responders
Jason Smith launched the S.A.F.E.R. Together program to support veterans and first responders battling PTSD. MONTGOMERY, Ala. — When Jason Smith was in the U.S. Marine Corps, a clinician waited for him and his fellow troops as they got back from...
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Alabama coffee shop owner to unveil Charlie Kirk mural at birthday memorial
A Hanceville coffee shop owner is planning this month to unveil a mural of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, who died after being shot while speaking at a campus event at Utah Valley University in September. On Oct. 14, Kirk’s birthday, Chris...
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Alabama charter school groups awarded $45 million in federal grants
Two Alabama charter school organizations have been awarded a combined $45 million in federal grants, a significant boost for the state’s growing charter school sector and what supporters say is a new wave of educational opportunities for students...
Owner: Alabama Baptist State Convention
Alabama Wildlife Center in Pelham raising funds to continue its rehabilitation, education efforts
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WVUA 23 - Alabama
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The Alabama Wildlife Center in Pelham needs your help ensuring it can continue providing urgent medical care for orphaned birds and expand wildlife education around the state. On Sept. 23, the cent launched its 100 Days to Soar campaign, with a...
Owner: University of Alabama
Alabama’s signature sandwich might not be what you think
What do you think is Alabama’s signature sandwich? The Takeout seems to have an idea, but it may not be the sandwich you’re expecting. The Takeout recently shared an article on its website naming a “signature sandwich” for every state, and if you...
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FAMU Apologizes After Backlash Against Announcer For Body Shaming Alabama State Dance Team
A Florida A&M University sports commentator is getting slammed after remarks deemed as body-shaming in reference to Alabama State University’s dance team during a halftime show. Over the weekend, HBCU pride was in full effect at Bragg Memorial...
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Selma talent takes stage at College Culture Showcase and Battle of the Bands in Millbrook
Published 3:13 pm Thursday, October 2, 2025 By NICHLOS CUTRELL | Special to the Selma Times-Journal MILLBROOK – When the 2025 College Culture Showcase and Battle of the Bands hits the stage in Millbrook this Sunday, Selma will be represented among...
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Coalition raises concerns surrounding manufacturer’s environmental, labor practices in small Alabama town
By Olivia McMurrey A sign welcoming drivers to Tallassee, Alabama, calls the town a “Treasure on the Tallapoosa.” Members of a coalition of community, advocacy and labor organizations that held a press conference there recently would say they’re...
Owner: University of Alabama System & American Government
How the federal shutdown will impact K-12, higher education
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The federal government shutdown that began Wednesday is expected to cause limited immediate disruption for Alabama schools and colleges, though state officials say furloughs and layoffs at the U.S. Department of Education could...
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Forum: Ketchikan School Board candidates — Shari Montgomery
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Ketchikan Daily News - Alaska
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Occupation: Administrative Assistant, City of Ketchikan Building Division Time of residence in Ketchikan: 39 Years Previous elected office(s):Library Advisory Board – 08/17/2023 - Current My name is Shari Montgomery, and I’m proud to be running...
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Tuscaloosa City Schools launching fast-track special education teacher training
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Tuscaloosa City Schools needs more certified special education teachers, so it's offering a gateway and financial assistance for any paraprofessionals already in the system who are interested in working toward that achievement. Right now, TCS has...
Owner: University of Alabama
US citizen sues Trump admin after arrest by immigration agents, twice
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FOX 23 - Maine
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(TNND) — A U.S.-born citizen, Leonardo Garcia Venegas, was arrested and detained by ICE twice in recent months. As a result, Venegas filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, claiming he was improperly detained. "DHS authorizes these armed...
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Live Oak's QB-WR duo setting records, changing team's culture. 'It's beautiful to witness.'
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The Advocate - Louisiana
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Live Oak quarterback Cayden Jones and wide receiver Cash Davis just have to give each other the look on any given play. And if Davis breaks open? “It’s just wraps,” Davis said. “That’s what (Jones) does. He just throws it to me, and I make a...
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Governor Ivey announces $45 million for GOMESA projects across Coastal Alabama
Governor Kay Ivey announced on Tuesday more than $45 million for 23 projects in Coastal Alabama, funded through the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act of 2006 (GOMESA). The projects will support environmental education and outreach, boating...
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US-Born Citizen Sues After Twice Being Wrongfully Arrested By Immigration Agents
A US citizen from Alabama is suing immigration authorities after being arrested twice in workplace raids despite presenting valid identification. The case, filed as a class-action lawsuit, accuses federal agents of unlawful detention, racial...
Owner: David Jang
Board of Education unveils new policies, updates
Board of Education unveils new policies, updates Published 9:30 am Thursday, October 2, 2025 The Chambers County Board of Education updated its policies on school lunches, vape awareness and its virtual school programs at its meeting on September...
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ALGOP Chairman John Wahl: Common sense beats the radical left in local elections across Alabama
Last week’s municipal elections in Alabama underscored an important truth about our state’s political culture: when given a choice between liberal and conservative values — even without political party labels — voters overwhelmingly choose...
Owner: Paul Shashy & Thomas Harris
It Just Means More: Alabama vs. Georgia showdown dwarfs Penn State vs. Oregon in TV ratings
They have always said that football in the south is like a second religion, and this is encapsulated by the passion and relentless nature of college football fans in this area of the country. As they say, ‘It Just Means More’ in the SEC — and this...
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