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The Alabama Town So Affordable, You Can Live On Social Security Alone

Here’s a sentence you don’t hear very often: your Social Security check might actually be enough. Not enough to survive with careful rationing and a lot of crossed fingers. Enough to actually live, comfortably, in a real community with real amenities, real food, and real neighbors who know...

Russellville, AL · 12d
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This Alabama Town Is One Of The Best Places To Live In The South And It’s Incredibly Affordable

Some towns just have a way of making you feel like you’ve been missing out on something wonderful your whole life, and Cullman, Alabama is exactly that kind of place. Tucked into the rolling hills of north-central Alabama, this charming city has quietly been earning a reputation as one of the most livable, lovable, and surprisingly affordable places in the entire South.

Cullman, AL · 6d
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Jasper's New $100M Career Academy Opens, Can Serve Up to 2,100 Students

A new $100 million career and technical education campus has opened in Jasper, giving high schoolers from two school systems hands-on training in everything from diesel mechanics to cybersecurity. The Heman Drummond Center of Innovation can serve up to 2,100 students from the Walker County School System and the Jasper City School System, offering programs that range from welding and precision machining to health sciences and cosmetology.

Jasper, AL · 1d
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This Jasper men’s store has dressed generations of Alabamians for 77 years

Named the Alabama Retail Association’s 2026 Gold Retailer of the Year, Rusty Richardson has spent decades preserving the values that made Bernard’s a downtown Jasper institution.

Jasper, AL · 3d

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Alabama college, university counties shift toward Democrats in midterms

While Democrats saw gains in every Alabama county last week, shifts in counties holding three of the state’s major universities were notable. In Tuscaloosa County, home of the University of Alabama, Democratic gubernatorial nominee Doug Jones won 54%-45% over Republican gubernatorial nominee Tommy Tuberville, a reversal from 2022, when Republican Gov. Kay Ivey won against Democratic nominee Yolanda Flowers, 62%-34%.

Alabama · 2d

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51 years after eliminating school segregation in its system, Russellville City Schools finally dismissed from decades-old lawsuit

A lawsuit filed more than 63 years ago against multiple boards of education in Alabama, including Russellville City Schools, was finally dismissed recently, even though the system has been in compliance for 50 years with the allegations raised against it. Anthony T. Lee, et al, along with the United States...

Russellville, AL · 3d

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Bessemer's Austin Whereabouts Becomes Alabama's Only Michelin-Recommended BBQ Joint

Austin Whereabouts, a barbecue restaurant on Pocahontas Road in Bessemer’s McCalla community, is the only Alabama barbecue joint recommended in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide American South selection. The restaurant, run by Johnny and Laura Lafoy, grew from a food truck into a brick-and-mortar business, and customer traffic has more than doubled since the recognition was announced.

Alabama · 12d

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Notice of Quiet Title Action

IN RE: ot 29 of Sipsey Overlook Subdivision, as recorded in Map Book 3,. Pages 122-125, in the Probate Office of Winston County, Alabama. and all other persons claiming any present, future, contingent, remainder, reversion, or other interest in said lands,. DEFENDANTS. CASE NO. CV-26-900109. NOTICE OF QUIET TITLE ACTION.

Winston County, AL · 1d

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5 Alabama Rules That Decide What Happens to a Car Left in Your Yard

In Cullman, a pile of abandoned or broken-down cars in your yard can count as a nuisance, with fines up to $500. The exact rules depend on where you live because city codes and state law both come into play. Here are the Alabama rules that decide what happens to...

Cullman, AL · 1d

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Cullman moves to clarify lakefront rules as questions emerge over fines

CULLMAN, Ala. (WBMA) — Property owners around Cullman's water supply lakes could soon have a clearer set of rules governing what they can do on their land, but questions remain about who has the authority to enforce those regulations and collect fines. During its Nov. 9 meeting, the Cullman...

Cullman, AL · 1d

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Ervin and Bridget Lewis Paid More Than $25,000 for a Pleasant Grove Backyard Deck, and the Unlicensed Contractor Left It Up to 12 Feet High With No Railings

Ervin and Bridget Lewis paid more than $25,000 for a Pleasant Grove deck rebuild. It sits up to 12 feet high with no railings, and no contractor license was found.

Pleasant Grove, AL · 3d

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North Alabama Freeze Alert: 27°F Cold Hits Sunday Morning Nov. 15

Huntsville, AL – Residents across northern Alabama are facing another freezing night as temperatures are expected to fall to 32 degrees or lower early Sunday, Nov. 15. Some communities could experience lows near 27 degrees, prompting renewed concerns for outdoor plants, pets and exposed plumbing.

Huntsville, AL · 8h

The Mary Sue

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Detroit man walks 2 horses onto a city bus at a stop on 7 Mile. Then he says it isn’t the first time: ‘We’ve been on the Jefferson’

A man led two horses onto a Detroit Department of Transportation bus at a stop on 7 Mile and Strasburg Street over the weekend. The video spread online as the horses boarded the vehicle and then walked back off. City officials confirmed the video is real and said the behavior violates official policy, according to […]

Detroit, AL · 1d

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256 Today Roundup: Events across North Alabama this week (Nov. 13-19)

It’s that time of year to bundle up and head out to enjoy some favorite holiday activities from Huntsville to Athens to Cullman.  Galaxy of Lights – Huntsville  Starting Nov. […] The post 256 Today Roundup: Events across North Alabama this week (Nov. 13-19) appeared first on 256 Today .

Huntsville, AL · 1d

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Report Card Day a memorable one for Franklin County Schools

Report card day was a special one for Franklin County Schools Superintendent of Education Greg Hamilton as the Alabama Department of Education's 2025-26 state report cards were released Thursday, as five of the system's nine schools received 'A' overall grades. The entire Franklin County Schools system received an overall 89,...

Franklin County, AL · 2d

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Freeze warning issued for Tuscaloosa County

A freeze warning was issued by the National Weather Service in Birmingham at 1:44 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 13. This warning applies to Marion, Lamar, Fayette, Winston, Walker, Blount, Etowah, Calhoun, Cherokee, Cleburne, Pickens, Tuscaloosa, Jefferson, Shelby, St. Clair, Talladega, Clay, Randolph, Sumter, Greene, Hale, Perry, Bibb, Chilton, Coosa, Tallapoosa, Chambers, Marengo, Dallas, Autauga, Lowndes, Elmore, Montgomery, Macon, Bullock, Lee, Russell, Pike and Barbour counties. The NWS warns: "Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. Drain in-ground sprinkler systems and cover above ground pipes." Tuscaloosa County weather radar .oembed-asset-photo-image { width: 100%; } What are NWS meteorologists saying? At 1:44 a.m., the NWS issued a statement including the following information: " WHAT: For the Freeze Warning Saturday morning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 28 to 32 degrees expected, though some locations may remain just above freezing. For the Freeze Warning Sunday morning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 27 to 32 degrees expected. WHERE: All of central Alabama. WHEN: For the first Freeze Warning, from 12 a.m. to 8 a.m. CST Saturday. For the second Freeze Warning, from 12 a.m. to 8 a.m.

Tuscaloosa County, AL · 1d

The Cullman Tribune

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PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Addison shuts out Sulligent 53-0 to reach Class 1A quarterfinals

ADDISON, Ala. – Addison scored on its opening possession and went on to defeat Sulligent 53-0 Friday night in the second round of the Class 1A football playoffs. The Bulldogs, ranked No. 2 in the final Alabama Sports Writers Association Class 1A poll, improved to 12-0. Sulligent finished 7-5. Addison forced Sulligent to punt after an eight-play opening possession. Quarterback Elijah Roberts then scored on a 64-yard quarterback draw to put the Bulldogs ahead 6-0. The conversion attempt failed. Another defensive stop limited the Blue Devils to four plays and a punt. Zane Smith scored on a 21-yard run, and Roberts ran in the 2-point conversion for a 14-0 lead after the first quarter. Roberts connected with Smith for a 28-yard touchdown in the second quarter. Conner Lane’s extra point extended the lead to 21-0. Judah Wilkins returned a punt 58 yards for a touchdown shortly before halftime. Lane added the extra point, and Addison took a 28-0 lead into the break. Joey Wilson scored on a 13-yard run in the third quarter to make it 34-0. Roberts later found Wilkins for a 13-yard touchdown pass, extending the lead to 40-0. Both conversion attempts failed. Addison increased its lead to

Addison, AL · 1d

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Four Jasper High Athletes Sign to Compete at Collegiate Level

Four Jasper High School student-athletes celebrated the next chapter of their athletic careers as they signed to compete at the collegiate level. Track and field athletes Cinthia Marquez and Mattie Harless will continue their careers at Wallace State Community College and the University of Montevallo, respectively. Volleyball players Katie Claire Gann and Mia Harbin will take their talents to Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College and Gadsden State Community College, respectively.

Jasper, AL · 1d

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Mother, driver share Hannah Bates’s story with students to warn against drunk driving

CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - Hundreds of students heard a message Friday about the dangers of drinking and driving from the mother of Hannah Bates and the man held responsible for her death. Bates was killed in an ATV accident in 2018 when the driver, Johnny Cornelius, was driving under...

Bremen, AL · 1d

The Cullman Tribune

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‘Designer Bag Bingo is about much more than handbags and bingo’

CULLMAN, Ala. – United Way of Cullman County’s Designer Bag Bingo was held Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026, at Cotton Creek Venue in Cullman. Executive Director Tyler Hooper said they were incredibly pleased with the turnout for annual event. “It was wonderful to see so many people come together for a fun evening in support of United Way of Cullman County and our partner agencies and programs,” Hooper said. “I enjoyed looking around the room and seeing everyone having such a great time, knowing that their participation was helping us continue making a difference in our community. We’re truly grateful to everyone who attended, purchased a ticket, sponsored the event, donated a handbag or raffle prize or volunteered their time. It takes a lot of people coming together to make an event like this possible, and we certainly couldn’t do it without the generosity and support of this community.” Hooper said Designer Bag Bingo began in 2019 and has grown into one of United Way of Cullman County’s largest and most anticipated annual fundraising events. “One of the most meaningful moments for me was having the opportunity to recognize each of our 17 partner agencies and programs, with representatives joining us

Cullman County, AL · 13h