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Alabama A&M Honors Scholars Win $15,000 at National Penny Games Competition
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Three Alabama A&M University Honors scholars captured first place and $15,000 at the 2026 Penny Games Business Case Competition with a proposal to revitalize Birmingham’s historic Ensley community. Uchenna Justin, Jailah Richie and Autumn Peoples earned the $10,000 first-place prize and an additional $5,000 Community...
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Phil Campbell wins region finale with 42-16 blowout of Falkville
The Phil Campbell High School varsity football team (6-3, 6-1) routed Class 2A Region 7 foe Falkville High School (4-5, 3-4) 42-16 on Friday night to earn its sixth-straight victory. Phil Campbell, playing on the road, had the contest all but wrapped up by halftime. Leading 28-0 at the break,...
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City School Board recognizes students, faculty; new president, vice president named
CULLMAN, Ala. — The Cullman City School Board at its Oct. 20 meeting recognized students and faculty and named its new president and vice president. See the separate full story on the Board’s contentious vote to extend Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff’s contract at www.cullmantribune.com/2026/10/21/cullman-city-school-board-approves-superintendent-kallhoffs-contract-through-2030 . Lily Shadeck The first student recognized was Lily Shadeck, a Cullman High School junior, who founded the nonprofit Myth Busters Dyslexia Foundation. Kallhoff said Shadeck is, “a leader, an advocate and a standout student who works to make a difference in this world.” The inspiration began through her advocacy for her twin brother, Michael, who is dyslexic. Her goal has been to bring awareness to the cause. At the meeting she spoke before the Board and audience saying, “Today is very special to me because I have the opportunity to give back to the very school system who helped shape who I am.” Shadeck spoke about the determination she saw in her brother despite the challenges she watched him face. “His journey inspired me to write my children’s book ‘The Dynamic Duo and the Mix Up Magic,’ a story that celebrates learning differences and reminds children that being different does not mean being less than,” she
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‘Population problem’: State school leaders say drop in student population could cause funding cuts
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A special Saturday for Asher: Hartselle 6-year-old joins Crimson Tide for coin toss, visit with players
Six-year-old Asher Daws was a little nervous Saturday as he prepared to take the field at Bryant-Denny Stadium. But when the television cameras turned his way, the Hartselle boy broke into a big smile and waved. Asher, a Crestline Elementary School student and Alabama football fan, was a special guest...
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Evangel caps regular season with fast start at Trinity
HOOVER – Evangel Christian School made short work of neighboring Trinity Christian Homeschool on Friday night, defeating the Eagles 54-22 in the regular season finale. The Lightning jumped out to a 40-0 lead in the first quarter, averaging nearly 30 yards per scoring play in the opening frame. "What...
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Deshler wins 4A Region 7 title
After topping Class 4A, Region 7 foes Hamilton and West Morgan, the Deshler Tigers knew the 2026 region title was within their grasp. Deshler faithful dodged a hurricane coming home from a 55-14 win over Ardmore, and only the Brooks Lion stood in the way. The game was set for...
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Russellville mayor says ICE operation led to 195 student absences, business closures
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The Storage Center Opens Applications for Fall '26 Scholarship Program
The Storage Center is accepting applications for its Fall 2026 Space to Succeed Scholarship, offering three $5,000 awards to college students demonstrating measurable community leadership. Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. Central time on Nov. 30, 2026. The program recognizes students who have initiated community service, advocacy or other efforts...