State APLS reverses course on how to use federal funding Librarians were frustrated by the board's surprise decision in September to abandon competitive grants this year in favor of statewide initiatives. Jacob Holmes2 days ago
Congress Sewell honors retirement of Tennessee State’s first woman president Dr. Glenda Baskin Glover retired after 11 years as president. StaffApril 15, 2024
Courts Former Limestone Sheriff Mike Blakely granted parole, to be released Blakely, Alabama's longest serving sheriff, will be released after serving just over a year of his three-year sentence. Josh MoonApril 12, 2024
Governor Gov. Ivey announces Two Rivers Lumber plans $115 million sawmill project The project is expected to create 130 jobs in Coosa County. StaffApril 12, 2024
Education New statewide coalition seeks changes to Alabama’s school funding policy Many school systems struggle to deliver the specific resources and support many students require. StaffApril 12, 2024
Governor Gov. Ivey awards $5.8 million in grants to weatherize homes of low-income residents Priority is given to people with disabilities, the elderly and low-income households with children. StaffApril 12, 2024
State Ethics Commissioner Stan McDonald resigns McDonald's resignation comes a few days after he inadvertently admitted to breaking ethics rules during a radio interview. StaffApril 11, 2024
Courts Alabama man charged with detonating explosive device outside Alabama AG’s Office An explosive device was detonated on Feb. 24 at approximately 3:42 a.m. StaffApril 11, 2024
Governor Gov. Kay Ivey marks seven years in office, infrastructure funding More than $7.9 million in state funding is being awarded to cities and counties for various, statewide road and bridge projects. StaffApril 11, 2024
State Innovate Alabama awards nearly $4 million in funding to Alabama small businesses The program has expanded beyond the borders of Alabama, recruiting five new businesses to relocate. StaffApril 11, 2024
Health Alabama doctors unveil “Your Care is at Our Core,” emphasizing personal connections A doctor-patient relationship based on mutual trust allows doctors to help patients navigate what can be complex health challenges. StaffApril 11, 2024