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Librarians were frustrated by the board's surprise decision in September to abandon competitive grants this year in favor of statewide initiatives.
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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
- Governor
Gov. Ivey appoints Sen. Greg Reed as senior advisor to Workforce Transformation
Gov. Ivey awards grants to assist assault and domestic violence victims
Gov. Ivey launches poll to name turkeys for Alabama’s 76th annual pardoning
Gov. Ivey honors Alabama veterans, reflects on father’s WWII service
Ivey appoints new member to USA Board of Trustees
- Legislature
- Economy
PARCA: Tax revenues continue to rise, leveling out post-pandemic
Alabama Realtors release October economic and real estate report
BCA, Chamber of Commerce announce 2024 Alabama Small Business of the Year Award winners
Alabama labor force hits record high, unemployment steady at 2.9 percent
NLRB decides captive audience meetings are unlawful in potential boost for unions
- National
Rep. Sewell introduces legislation to support rural hospitals
Rep. Barry Moore announces key staff promotions and new addition
Sen. Britt highlights Alabama priorities following natural disasters
Alabama’s U.S. representatives back bill to expand veteran benefits
Sen. Tuberville opposes new Democratic Farm Bill proposal
- Education
AEA announces Team Alabama, Team Auburn “Be a Champion and Read” winners
Troy University announces new Ph.D., master’s programs
Bill would reward teachers for “American exceptionalism” training
Anti-DEI legislation is driving educators out of Alabama
Alabama nonprofit promotes literacy, distributes mental health resources to children
- Health
New billboard urges Medicaid expansion to save Alabama hospitals
Analysis | Rural hospitals closure crisis: Alabama’s healthcare safety net at risk
Analysis | Alabama’s Medicaid expansion: Dispelling API’s myths and fears
Alabama hospitals work to address IV shortage following hurricane
Anniston clinic receives grant for mental health programming
- Opinion
Economy
The Uncertainty Index rose nine points to 85, the highest reading since November 2020.
State
A pride flag raised at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center Tuscaloosa was stolen and then returned by VA police.
Education
Registration is open for a new, no-cost college and career readiness program.
Congress
The delegation urged the U.S. Department of Transportation to approve the state’s application for federal assistance.
State
AFN provides critical middle-mile connectivity to last-mile providers and community anchor institutions.
State
The leader of the Southern Baptists Convention's seminary made it clear he sides with the Alabama Supreme Court.
News
Huntsville-Madison library patrons once again debated the library's policies during the public comment section of a Madison City Council meeting.
Elections
Even with recent constitution reform, the limited civic engagement and absentee ballot restrictions in Alabama pose an issue
Education
Alabama went from 45th to 39th in a national ranking of child well-being despite child poverty increasing significantly.
Infrastructure
The project is essentially shovel-ready except for an inflation-driven gap in funding.