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Traveling for Labor Day? Your wallet is better off this year
If you’re driving somewhere for Labor Day weekend, your gas money will go a little farther than it did last year. According to GasBuddy, the average price of gas nationally will be $3.27. That’s the lowest Labor Day price since 2021, and is 50 cents lower than last year’s national average of $3.77.
Patriots receiving votes in top 10
The Alabama Sports Writers Association released its weekly high school football poll Wednesday morning. After the first week of games, Homewood is receiving votes in Class 6A. The Patriots were impressive in a 35-6 win over John Carroll in Week 1 and are on the cusp of the top 10. This week, Homewood hosts Briarwood, the new No. 10 team in 5A. Here's the rest of the 6A poll: 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. Gadsden City; 1-0 7. Mountain Brook; 1-0 8. Gulf Shores;...
NSF Grant Brings Genetics Opportunities to Students in Alabama
(TNS) — A Huntsville research center’s share of a National Science Foundation grant will bring chances for high-tech hands-on learning to middle and high school students. HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology’s share of over $30 million in NSF funding will help cover three years of STEM education open to north Alabama high schoolers and middle schoolers at eight Huntsville and Madison County schools, the institute recently announced.
Alabama: Your Dimes Could Bank You $450,000
You have better odds of finding one of these coins than winning the lottery!. I always want to mention that any quarter prior to 1965 is silver!. I check every quarter I see. There is another coin that can line your pockets with up to $450,000.00. That’s a lot of...
AHSAA Medical Director: Football is ‘still safe’ sport despite recent deaths
Veteran doctor and AHSAA medical director James Robinson said this week that, while it is unusual to have two football-related deaths in Alabama this early in a season, football remains a safe sport. On Monday, family and friends in Selma continued to mourn the death of 16-year-old Morgan Academy student...
Alabama Mom Dies After Stage 4 Cancer Diagnosis While Pregnant
I haven't spoken to Madeleine in over a decade. Even then, I wouldn't say we were friends. I knew of her, the same way you seemed to know of everyone in high school. Certain people stand out. They form the peripheral of your high school experience like characters in a movie. But I am sad that she has passed. She became a mom this year, and what should have been a very joyous time in her life was robbed of her by cancer.
County launches new truancy policy
By Amy Lewis In a recent media release, Crenshaw County District Judge Jon M. Folmar announced a collaborative effort to curb rising truancy rates in partnership with the Crenshaw County Board of Education and Crenshaw Christian Academy. Toward that end, Folmar described the implementation of the Early Warning Court program. The initiative, which begins this […] The post County launches new truancy policy appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Hot Conditions Expected in West Alabama + Concerning Heat Indices
Today, Thursday, August 29, there is a concern about heat index values reaching as high as 107 for West Alabama. Please remember that these types of temperatures and conditions, like high humidity, could cause heat illnesses. The National Weather Service in Birmingham has issued a “Heat Advisory” from 10 a.m....
FBI Warning Parents In Mississippi, Alabama, Arkansas: Be Aware Of Doxing and Swatting
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is issuing a warning to parents: be on alert for potential doxing and swatting incidents involving their children, particularly those who are active in online gaming communities. Just recently the FBI took to X (formerly Twitter) To warn about this growing issue. While anyone...
Researchers identify key areas for further study to reduce Alabama recidivism
A nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that researches criminal justice issues delivered preliminary findings on barriers to re-entry for formerly incarcerated people to a state committee on Tuesday. The Council of State Governments Justice Center said housing, mental and behavioral health issues, as well as evidence-based practices will be the focus of the assessment it is conducting […]
Stephanie Plummer Faces Alabama Strongman/Woman Competition
GULF SHORES- She may not be the strongest woman in Alabama, but Stephanie Plummer is certainly extremely strong with her dedication, desire and determination to be the best she can be. Plummer easily exhibited those positive vibes in the 12th annual Alabama’s Strongest Man/Woman contest held in Gulf Shores after finishing fifth in her novice division a year ago.
Alabama, industry leaders highlight AMP Center’s impact on EV industry
TUSCALOOSA, Alabama — State and industry leaders gathered Monday at the Alabama Mobility and Power (AMP) Center in Tuscaloosa to discuss the center’s work to support Alabama’s automotive industry through research and innovation in the electric vehicle (EV) space. The AMP Center is a world-class research and...
NEW: How businesses can prevent opioid overdoses in Central Alabama now
The opioid crisis continues to claim the lives of more people each year, including in Birmingham. But help is within reach thanks to Addiction Prevention Coalition’s new ONEbox™ initiative. Read on for what you should know and how local businesses and community organizations can get involved. About the...
Alabama United States attorney announces resignation
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... United States Attorney Jonathan S. Ross has announced his resignation effective August 24, 2024. Next month, he plans to enter private practice in the Birmingham, Alabama area. Mr. Ross, a graduate of the University of South Carolina and the Duke University School of Law,...
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