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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
State
Thigpen served as a state representative for 12 years and as the assistant director of the ABC Agency for 13 years.
News
Smaller libraries in particular may have to get creative, and spend money, to make sections for youth more distinctive from adult sections.3
Environment
TARCOG revives sites in Athens, Fort Payne, and Gurley, funded by EPA, which promotes community and addresses environmental concerns.
Economy
While unemployment did tick up slightly in May, a 4 percent unemployment rate is still historically low.
Economy
The Union of Southern Service Workers has taken credit for Waffle House increasing base pay and introducing seniority bonuses.
Infrastructure
The Alabama Port Authority is applying for $69 million of funding to deploy new technologies.
Infrastructure
This comes in response to portions of Walker, Fayette, and Tuscaloosa Counties experiencing an extended period of water shortages in January.
Congress
Though lesser known, the events of Bloody Tuesday set the stage for Bloody Sunday.
News
The Young Republican Federation of Alabama held its State Committee Meeting on Saturday.
Health
Employers signed a letter to members of the congressional delegation urging Congress to oppose policies targeting Pharmacy Benefit Managers.