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Dead zone off the Alabama coast larger than Rhode Island this year
Patric Garmeson, a charter fishing captain, remembers “hundreds if not thousands” of dead bull redfish washed up in Bon Secour Bay in the spring of 2022. “When you set up a fishing trip, and then you realize that you’re in a dead zone, it can affect morale,” said Garmeson of Ugly Fishing.
These are Alabama’s most pressing issues and what should be done, according to research expert
Since 1914, the Governmental Research Association (GRA) has been collaborating with legislators throughout the U.S. to collect data that impacts everyday policy decisions. Earlier this month, Ryan Hankins, the former executive director of Alabama GRA group PARCA (Public Affairs Research Council of Alabama), was selected as the new GRA Vice President.
Reader: ‘I wish people wouldn’t sneer…that I’m from Alabama’
This is an opinion column. I got a note recently. Unsigned. It came from someone tired of the Tubervillains – those who chase success by peddling ignorance and anger, who open their mouths to speak an ugliness that stains us all. Add Alabama’s Democratic leadership to that lot. Personal...
Modern ecotourism could unlock new Black Belt boom, report finds
This story is part of a partnership between the Montgomery Advertiser and the Living Democracy program at Auburn University. Now in its 13th year, the program disperses students across rural Alabama to spend 10 weeks learning more about the inner workings of the community and writing about what they observe. CAMDEN − Biking, birding, hiking and other ecotourism opportunities in Alabama’s Black Belt hold much promise, according to a report by Costas Christ and Associates. ...
Oregon-based Dutch Bros coffee shop is building a Prattville location
PRATTVILLE − Prattville now has three drive-through coffee shops under construction. The latest is Dutch Bros, a chain headquartered in Grant’s Pass, Oregon, which is building a location in Prattville Shopping Center. The center is on East Main Street near the McQueen Smith Road intersection. Company officials could not be reached for comment for this story. ...
Alabama High School football: Montgomery-Area Week 0 full schedule and times
Week 0 of the 2024 Alabama High School football season will start Thursday. Here is the full schedule for Montgomery-area games played this weekend. All games are scheduled to kick off 7 p.m Thursday and Friday. AHSAA Kickoff Classic ...
Selma still recovering from weekend storm damage
SELMA, Ala. (WSFA) - Only a few days after Selma University was hit with a storm so powerful it blew the roof off of its gym, students are back in their dorms and carrying on as usual after a power outage forced some to temporarily stay in hotels. “They did...
Alabama Public Library Service hosts homework help program
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Alabama Public Library Service is launching a statewide program to assist students of all ages with their schoolwork. Homework Alabama provides free one-on-one online tutoring, review services, test prep and other educational resources. Over 4,000 tutors with expertise in more than 60 subjects are a part of the program’s leadership. […]
Southeast Health Named Forbes Best-in-State Employer for Third Consecutive Year
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) – Southeast Health has once again been recognized as one of the top employers in Alabama, earning the Forbes 2024 Best-in-State Employers award for the third year in a row. This distinction highlights the healthcare system’s commitment to providing an excellent working environment and top-notch patient care.
Sen. Britt commends Rep. Palmer for introducing House companion to Lulu’s Law
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... U.S. Senator Katie Britt, R-Ala., commended U.S. Congressman Gary Palmer, R-Ala., Monday for introducing Lulu’s Law in the U.S. House of Representatives. Senator Britt wrote and introduced Lulu’s Law in the Senate. The bill is named in honor of 15-year-old Lulu Gribbin from Mountain Brook, Alabama.
'We have to have a plan': New AHSAA executive director on NIL in Alabama high schools
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Heath Harmon just made the move to Montgomery from Oxford, where he was the principal. The new Executive Director of the Alabama High School Athletic Association is now facing some tough challenges. One of those is NIL at the high school level. WVTM13 shared the story...
Woman killed in hail of gunfire on Facebook live video after brawl at Birmingham apartment complex
A large fight in the parking lot of an east Birmingham apartment complex ended in a deadly shooting that was captured live in Facebook videos. The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as Asia Alyce Poole. She was 21, and the mother of a young daughter. “Last night...
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