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Samford University’s Teacher Education Program Earns National Recognition for Top Clinical Training
In March 2024, the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) released a Clinical Practice Framework, grounded in research and perspectives from the field of education, which details six focus areas that contribute to a strong clinical experience for future teachers. Samford University’s Orlean Beeson School of Education was featured twice...
Jacksonville State’s quarterback race narrowed down to two candidates ahead of season opener
While Jacksonville State coach Rich Rodriguez isn’t naming his starter ahead of Thursday’s kickoff against Coastal Carolina, he did reveal that he’s narrowed down his decision. The Jax State coach told reporters Monday that Logan Smothers and Tyler Huff are co-starters headed into Thursday, with Zion Turner...
Conquerors fall to Georgia powerhouse
Coosa Christian opened the season with a 41-7 loss to Pierce County, Ga., on Friday, Aug. 23 in Blackshear, Ga. For the Conquerors, John Davis Justus was 16 for 31 in passing for 137 yards and a touchdown. L.J. Mostella had three receptions for 50 yards and a touchdown, while...
Auburn, North Alabama schedule first-ever meeting at Jordan-Hare Stadium
Auburn and North Alabama have set their first-ever meeting on the football field. UNA announced on Monday that it will travel to Jordan-Hare Stadium on Sept. 9, 2028. “Aligning a future matchup with an in-state SEC opponent has been a scheduling priority for our football program,” UNA Director of Athletics Dr. Josh Looney said via a program release. “This will be an incredible experience for our University, fans and alumni. Our coaching staff is closely connected to the Auburn program. We appreciate athletic director John Cohen and head coach Hugh Freeze for the invitation to visit Jordan-Hare Stadium.”
Former LSU Quarterback will face Alabama for fourth time on third team
The entire country will be in action this week after we got a taste of College Football last weekend with four FBS games. Every game isn't as high stakes as LSU vs USC, Georgia Vs Clemson, and Notre Dame Vs Texas A&M for example as several teams across the country will face far inferior teams.
SCHEDULE: Watch these SEC football games on WAAY
The best conference in college sports debuts in August with the start of college football. Each weekend, we’ll bring you the best games from the best conference in college football. We’ll update this schedule with confirmed matchups as we get them:. AUG. 31. 11 a.m.: Clemson vs. Georgia.
Even in Oklahoma, it is known the Alabama Crimson Tide is No. 1
The Oklahoma Sooners have a rich college football history. Many Oklahoma fans are convinced the Sooners are the greatest college football program of all time. This century the Sooners have failed to win nine games in a season just four times. Not even the Alabama Crimson Tide can match that consistency during the same 24-season period.
The position Alabama DC says ‘a lot’ of freshmen will play in season opener
Alabama football’s defensive coordinator, Kane Wommack revealed multiple freshmen should see snaps at cornerback against Western Kentucky. The Tide is looking for some dependability in 2024 at cornerback after losing Terrion Arnold and Kool-Aid McKinstry to the NFL. Many expect Domani Jackson to start at cornerback for Alabama with the opposite corner position up for grabs. The list of names battling for the spot includes Dashawn Jones, Zabien Brown, Jaylen Mbakwe, Jahlil Hurly and Zavier Mincey.
Gadsden targets some of its 'worst streets' in 2024 resurfacing plan
Some of Gadsden’s worst streets are about to get some attention. The City Council on Aug. 20 passed the 2024 street resurfacing project, accepting a bid of $822,347.35 from Vulcan Materials and Construction. ...
Shoals man accused of trafficking meth, months after release on drug charges
LEIGHTON, Ala. (WAFF) - A man who was recently released after serving time on drug charges is back behind bars and accused of trafficking meth. According to the Times Daily, Leighton Police originally pulled over Sydney Roberson for playing his music too loud. Police said Roberson took off, leading to...
Florence’s Stewart Cink gets his first PGA Tour Champions victory
Stewart Cink won the Ally Challenge going away on Sunday for his first PGA Tour Champions victory. An alumnus of Bradshaw High School in Florence, the 51-year-old Cink won his 10th start on the 50-and-older tour. He’s finished in the top 10 eight times. On Sunday, Cink carded a...
Miles College receives grant to convert practice football field from grass to turf
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Miles College is one of four HBCU’s that will receive a grant through the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation to refurbish their football field. The grant, called the ‘HBCU Invitational Field Refurbishment Program’, is an invitational grant designed to improve field quality, safety, and accessibility for students and local community groups serving youth through football. The program was founded by the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation (AMBFF) and is supported by the NFL Foundation.
Virginia Transportation unveils new EV truck
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Virginia Transportation Corporation unveiled a new all-electric truck on Monday, which will transport newly built Honda cars from the Lincoln, Alabama plant to the nearby CSX railhead for shipment to locations across the globe. Officials will collect data and analyze the performance of the...
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....
Statewide summit on truancy coming to Grandview Marriott
The Alabama State Department of Education, in partnership with the University of Montevallo, will host an Absenteeism and Truancy Summit on Sept. 4-5 at the Grandview Marriott on U.S. 280 in Birmingham. The two-day event is expected to draw educators, administrators, and experts from across the state. The event will...
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