Education APLS chair asks Fairhope Library to review 35 “inappropriate” books The library board meets April 21 and will consider Wahl's request to initiate a review of the books. Jacob Holmes1 day ago
Education Four new Community College System trustees sworn in, new board leadership selected The board selected Milton Davis as chairman, replacing outgoing board member Al Thompson, who served as chair since 2015. StaffMay 20, 2021
Congress Rogers, Moore critical of House bill to create a January 6 commission The bill passed out of the House, but its path forward appears to be dimming in the Senate. Brandon MoseleyMay 20, 2021
Health Vaccines are working, but fewer younger people are getting them, UAB physician says UAB's Dr. Suzanne Judd said COVID-19 statewide is improving, but it will take more work to get the remaining population vaccinated. Eddie BurkhalterMay 19, 2021
Congress Brooks: Decision to locate Space Command HQ in Huntsville will be vindicated Brooks said that any honest and fair review of the decision will determine that Huntsville is the best site for Space Command. Brandon MoseleyMay 19, 2021
Elections Amanda Baxley announces candidacy for circuit judge Municipal Court Judge Amanda Baxley is running for circuit court judge in the 19th judicial circuit. Brandon MoseleyMay 19, 2021
Governor Which bills has Gov. Kay Ivey signed into law in 2021? Here is a round-up of the 2021 Legislative Session legislation Gov. Kay Ivey has signed so far. StaffMay 19, 2021
Education Governor announces new first class Pre-K classrooms in first round of funding New classrooms will expand access to the state-funded, voluntary pre-kindergarten program to 24,714 children. StaffMay 19, 2021
State ABLE Savings Plan launches to help those with disabilities gain financial independence ABLE covers a variety of expenses, from medical costs to education, assistive technology, service animals, housing, transportation and more. StaffMay 19, 2021
Governor Governor awards COVID community development grants Ivey awarded a $1 million grant to Blount Count, $600,000 to Limestone County, $500,000 to Autauga County and $400,000 to Franklin County. StaffMay 19, 2021
State Learn how to “Kick The Gas” at Drive Electric Earth Day EVent Electric vehicle owners will show off their vehicles Saturday from 8 a.m. until noon. StaffMay 19, 2021