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Listen to the news (via song) below — or keep reading!. Statues of Helen Keller and Rosa Parks will be unveiled at the Alabama State Capitol, honoring their legacies. Rep. Laura Hall (D-Madison) supported the bill for their creation, and sculptor Julia Knight crafted the Rosa Parks statue to highlight her activism.
Alabama education budget chairs awaiting research on possible school funding changes
Alabama’s two education budget chairs said last week they’re still waiting on the next steps for the work on a potential new education funding formula for the state. “We’re gonna take the summer off because it’s just hard to pin people down,” said Sen. Arthur Orr, R-Decatur, chair of the Senate Finance and Taxation Education […] The post Alabama education budget chairs awaiting research on possible school funding changes appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
Study: Florence, Decatur rents rising faster than national rate; Huntsville below
TUSCALOOSA — While rents continue to rise in north Alabama and across the state, Huntsville’s average rents are below what they should be, according to researchers at the University of Alabama and two other schools. Eight out of 12 metro areas across the state recorded year-over-year increases higher...
Alabama prison education programs strong on access and services, says report
Alabama’s two prison education programs do well in providing staff, services and gender equity, according to a report published last month by the Vera Institute of Justice. The Vera Institute, an independent nonprofit national research and policy organization specializing in criminal justice, gave the state high marks across several categories for a prison bachelors’ program […] The post Alabama prison education programs strong on access and services, says report appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
Why Alabama state officials might not want to appoint local police chiefs
I can’t believe that the Alabama Legislature cares about public safety in our cities. No, crime is not worse than it’s ever been. It’s far off its 1980 peak. And a 2020-21 spike in violent crime, caused by the COVID pandemic, appears to be dropping. That doesn’t mean everything is fine. Birmingham reported a 15% […] The post Why Alabama state officials might not want to appoint local police chiefs appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
Alabama opens up bids for second round of SEEDS grants for site development
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Municipalities can now apply for grant funding from a potentially $30 million pool of state money after the Alabama Department of Commerce opened recently its second round of Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy grants. Passed into law last year as part of Gov. Kay Ivey’s...
‘Furiosa’ actress says husband, Alabama native, proposed on ‘Forrest Gump’ bench
Apparently life really was like a box of chocolates, when it came to the marriage proposal that “Furiosa” actress Anya Taylor-Joy got from a suitor with Alabama connections. Taylor-Joy is an actress who soared to fame in the central role of the Netflix Series “Queen’s Gambit” and who...
Attorney General Steve Marshall Announces Legal Action Against Legend Windows, LLC
Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced that the Circuit Court of Shelby County has granted his emergency request for a temporary restraining order against Legend Windows, LLC, and its affiliates, Jody Ray Whitworth, Bobby Ray Whitworth, and Robin Simmons Willard. The Attorney General alleges that Legend Windows and the named individuals violated […] The post Attorney General Steve Marshall Announces Legal Action Against Legend Windows, LLC appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
GOP letting Democrats ‘cut their own throat’ with nomination fight: Tuberville
Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) said his party intends to let their Democratic colleagues “cut their own throat” as it relates to speculation that President Joe Biden could end his presidential candidacy. “It’s unfortunate for Joe Biden. He’s sick. Nobody can help that. People do get old,” the Alabama senator acknowledged during a Sunday morning interview on Sunday […]
Columbus Fire & Rescue honors retiring firefighters
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – Columbus Fire & Rescue is honoring a few dedicated firefighters for their services. The veterans are hanging up their boots after more than 30 years of service. That’s right the Columbus Fire & Rescue is losing three veteran firefighters. And according to the chief,...
Hot and humid Monday, humidity relief mid-week
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) – Another heat advisory starts the week, but there is some relief on the way!. MONDAY: Expect sun & clouds with a hot, humid afternoon with highs in the middle 90s and heat indices between 103 and 108 degrees. A few pop-up showers and storms are possible in the afternoon, but rain coverage should remain isolated.
Clearance Underway at Northport Winn Dixie Closing to Become ALDI
Shoppers looking for a break from sky-high prices can find savings this month at a Northport Winn Dixie store closing soon to become the area's third ALDI grocer. As the Thread previously reported, the Winn Dixie at the intersection of McFarland Boulevard and Watermelon Road will soon close to be remodeled into an ALDI after the German grocery giant bought the Winn Dixie brand last summer.
Alabama softball gets commitment from Mississippi State INF Salen Hawkins out of transfer portal
Patrick Murphy and Alabama softball made a significant addition to their roster on Monday from the transfer portal. Former Mississippi State infielder Salen Hawkins announced on her Instagram profile on Monday that she is transferring to play for the Crimson Tide — the team's fourth addition from the portal this offseason. After finishing her freshman season with the Bulldogs, she will have three years of eligibility remaining.
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