Education Alabama exploring expanding Pre-K program to home-based settings Alabama is one of only four states to consider offering its First Class Pre-K program in Family Care Centers. Jacob Holmes14 hours ago
Health Medical Cannabis Association partners with the Healthcare Workers’ Compensation Fund Qualified employers who are part of the association can become part of Alabama's homogeneous healthcare self-insured fund. StaffDecember 20, 2023
Environment North Alabama residents sue over water contaminated with toxic “forever chemicals” The lawsuit is similar to others filed against companies for allowing PFAS chemicals to enter and contaminate water supplies. Jacob HolmesDecember 19, 2023
State Seniors enjoy Alabama-grown produce through Elderly Nutrition Program Seniors across the state are enjoying fresh, Alabama-grown satsuma oranges through the Elderly Nutrition Program. StaffDecember 19, 2023
Education Right-wing media prompts Orange Beach schools to review library books At least three of the books appear to have been challenged for LGBTQ themes or messages. Jacob HolmesDecember 18, 2023
State Sewell to participate in groundbreaking ceremony for Orrville Public Library Sewell will announce the $500,000 in federal dollars that will fund the library’s construction. Patrick DarringtonDecember 18, 2023
Prisons Families speak about horrors in Alabama prisons at oversight meeting Nearly every speaker discussed the dangerous conditions in ADOC prisons, including abuse, murder and corruption. Patrick DarringtonDecember 15, 2023
State State library service launches citizen-driven “naughty list” for books The list will not be published to the public, as it is intended to serve as a resource for librarians. Jacob HolmesDecember 15, 2023
Education Valiant Cross Academy earns $1 million Yass Prize Pennsylvania billionaires Jeff and Janine Yass established the award, also called the “Pulitzer for education innovation." Jacob HolmesDecember 15, 2023
Prisons FAMM testifies about the need for independent prison oversight in Alabama A poll issued by the organization found 82 percent of respondents favor independent prison oversight. Jacob HolmesDecember 14, 2023
State Women’s Foundation launches ambitious Watershed Campaign The campaign aims to raise $7.5 million for a historic economic leap to empower 10,000 women. Bill BrittDecember 14, 2023