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Auburn University’s enrollment includes service to record number of Alabamians
Auburn University’s total enrollment increased 2.6% over last year, with a record percentage of in-state students beginning the fall 2024 semester. Pre-census semester data — which will be confirmed officially on the Sept. 9 census date — revealed the land-grant institution’s full-time undergraduate enrollment is 24,953, with Alabama residents constituting a record 62% of full-time enrolled undergraduates. That is a 4% increase of in-state students over 2023 and the largest percentage of Alabama residents enrolled in the university’s nearly 170-year history.
Ex-Kearney man sentenced for fraud after previous plot setting fire to Walmart stores
KEARNEY,Neb. — Jeffery S. Sikes, formerly of Kearney, Nebraska, has been sentenced to more than 25 years in prison for fraud and a plot to set fire to Walmart stores in Alabama. According to the United States Attorney's Office, Sikes defrauded multiple victims of over $819,000 through various fraudulent...
Prattville leader and city councilman Albert Striplin dies
PRATTVILLE − Prattville City Councilman Albert Striplin died Tuesday. He was 70. The city confirmed his passing on its Facebook page. He had been dealing with health issues for several months. Striplin was serving his third full term on the council representing District 1, joining the board in 2011. He served as council president from 2016 to 2020. ...
Mayor Heigl addresses influx of immigrants in Sylacauga
SYLACAUGA, Ala. – Late Monday afternoon, Sylacauga Mayor Jim Heigl addressed the subject of numerous rumors of illegal immigrants being dropped off in the city. Heigl said there are indeed more immigrants in the city but they are legal and here for employment purposes. Here is the complete press...
Lions, Jags ranked this week
The Alabama Sports Writers Association released its weekly high school football poll Wednesday morning. After the first week of games, Briarwood is ranked No. 10 in Class 5A. The Lions fell to 7A Oak Mountain 38-28 in the opener. Spain Park is No. 4 in 6A after blowing out Sparkman 38-7. This week, Briarwood travels to Homewood for another tough game. Spain Park heads to Hoover for the city rivalry. Here's the rest of the 5A and 6A polls: CLASS 6A 1. Saraland (13); 1-0 2. Parker (5); 1-0 3. Clay-Chalkville; 1-0 4. Spain Park; 1-0 5. Oxford; 1-0 6....
Cast your vote for this season’s first state volleyball player of the week
With Alabama High School Athletic Association teams taking to the court last week, all high school volleyball teams are now battling to see who will finish 2024 as champions. AL.com is offering fans an opportunity to select their choice as the top performer each week. Check out these nominees, in...
Helping a minor travel for an abortion? Some states have made it a crime
Read more Stateline coverage on how states are either protecting or curbing access to abortions. Helping a pregnant minor travel to get a legal abortion without parental consent is now a crime in at least two Republican-led states, prompting legal action by abortion-rights advocates and copycat legislation from conservative lawmakers in a handful of other […]
Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest Opens Sept. 3
By Billy Pope Special to The Lowndes Signal The 2025 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest will begin accepting entries at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 3. The contest is a joint project between the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) and the Alabama Tourism Department. The deadline to enter is Oct. 31. The 2025 […]
Football Recap: Billingsley Starts off Right with Win over Greensboro
Billingsley had to kick off their season on the road on Friday, but they showed no ill effects. Everything went their way against the Greensboro Raiders as the Billingsley Bears made off with a 46-20 win. The victory was a breath of fresh air for the Bears as it put an end to their six-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Hunter education class to be offered Sept. 28.
A hunter education class will be offered in Pike County on Saturday, Sept. 28. The Class will be sponsored by the Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. The class will be held at the Pike County Cattlemen’s Building, 4100 U.S. Highway 231 South, in Troy, on Saturday, […] The post Hunter education class to be offered Sept. 28. appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
College Fishing: What It Is … and Isn’t
College fishing has seen an explosion in popularity over the past decade. What started as a few passionate students in aluminum boats fishing in tournaments averaging 50 boats at the national level has turned into an industry of its own. The Association of Collegiate Anglers serves as a governing body...
Best college in Alabama? This one returns to a ranking’s No. 1 spot.
Niche has released its 2025 annual rankings for Best Colleges in America, and out of ranked schools, Auburn University is the highest-ranked overall in Alabama, keeping its top spot for another year. Ranking site Niche creates their annual national ranking by collecting reviews from students and data from the U.S....
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