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Drake State students turn tiny home renovation into hands-on training, community resource
A tiny home has become a big opportunity for students at Drake State Community and Technical College, giving them hands-on construction experience while creating a new educational resource for North […] The post Drake State students turn tiny home renovation into hands-on training, community resource appeared first on 256 Today .
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Phil Campbell triumphs in high-scoring region affair vs. Sheffield
The Phil Campbell High School varsity football team (5-3, 5-1 Class 2A Region 7) earned its fifth-consecutive win Friday night, besting Sheffield in a high-scoring 62-42 affair. The 104 total points scored in the game were just shy of the record 107 combined points scored in a game involving Phil Campbell, set in 2015.
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REGION CHAMPS! Boaz hands Arab their first loss to claim first-ever region championship
BOAZ — In the 91-year history of Boaz Pirate football, the Pirates clinched their first-ever outright region championship in the 31-21 victory over the Arab Knights on Friday night. Boaz handed Arab their first loss of the season and clinched the Class 5A, Region 8 championship as they hold an undefeated 6-0 record in Region 8 play.
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Schools across the Tennessee Valley are utilizing the RAISE act funds to make it count
FLORENCE, Ala. (WAFF) - No student left behind, that’s the mentality school leaders say they have while using state money to fill educational needs. It’s been more than a year since a new funding model called the RAISE Act went into effect. One Shoals area school broke down what the funds are being spent on.
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Disturbing messages in Hartselle High student group chat spark calls for accountability
A student group chat containing disturbing messages has resurfaced at Hartselle High School, prompting an internal investigation and calls from teachers and community members for accountability. The group chat reportedly dates back to when the students involved were in 10th grade, about two years ago. Screenshots obtained by FOX54 appear...
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Boaz takes down Arab to win region for first time in program history
BOAZ, Ala. (WAFF) - The Boaz Football team held off Arab 31-21 to secure the first region title in school history. Boaz remains perfect in Class 5A Region 8 with the 6-0 region record. The Pirates jumped ahead to a 17-0 lead at the half. Arab rattled off two scores...
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PREP FOOTBALL: West Point loses late lead in 35-31 setback at Lawrence County
MOULTON, Ala. – West Point took a fourth-quarter lead Friday night, but Lawrence County answered late to defeat the Warriors 35-31 in Class 4A, Region 7 play. The Warriors led 31-27 during the final period before the Red Devils moved back in front to secure the victory. West Point opened the game by kicking off to Lawrence County, then stopped the Red Devils on fourth down to take possession. Titan Thornton helped move the Warriors downfield on their opening drive before quarterback Max Patterson scored on a run with 5:42 remaining in the first quarter. The teams exchanged punts before Lawrence County scored and moved ahead 8-7. Both offenses added to their totals as the game progressed. Julio Fuentes added a field goal for West Point, and the teams continued to trade scores in the second half. The Warriors scored their final touchdown early in the fourth quarter, but Lawrence County converted a fourth down before moving ahead for good. West Point fell to 0-9 overall and 0-6 in region play. Lawrence County improved to 4-5 overall and 2-4 in the region. The Warriors host Deshler on Friday, Oct. 23, in their regular-season finale. Lawrence County travels to Hamilton that
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PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville falls to Hokes Bluff in region play, 49-8
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville fell to Hokes Bluff 49-8 Thursday night in Class 3A, Region 6 play at Ray Talley Stadium. The reported result leaves Hanceville at 0-8 overall and 0-6 in the region. Hokes Bluff moves to 4-4 overall and 4-2 in region play. The Eagles entered Thursday with consecutive victories over Holly Pond and Vinemont. Hokes Bluff defeated Holly Pond 37-12 on Oct. 2 before holding off Vinemont 29-28 on Oct. 9. Hanceville will host Oneonta on Friday, Oct. 23, in its final region game. The Bulldogs will then travel to Elkmont on Friday, Oct. 30, to close the regular season.
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Deshler to host Brooks in televised AHSAA Game of the Week, Week 8 preview
Kickoff of the Oct. 9 region game between the Deshler Tigers and Ardmore Tigers was pushed up by an hour due to the risk of players, coaches and fans from Tuscumbia having to drive back home from the Tennessee state line in Limestone County as the leading edge of Hurricane Isaias traveled up the state.
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Alabama A&M University pays tribute to founder with wreath-laying ceremony ahead of homecoming
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - As Alabama A&M homecoming gets closer, university leaders are paying tribute to those who helped shape its foundation. The annual wreath-laying ceremony took place on Wednesday morning. It’s a tradition to remember the legacy of the founder, Dr. William Hooper Councill, who founded the university more...
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Madison adds sidewalks near schools to improve student safety
New sidewalks are being built near four Madison schools as part of a partnership between the city and Madison City Schools aimed at making it safer for students to walk or bike to class. Crews are working along Hughes Road between Lynwood and Oakland Trace near Discovery Middle School. The...
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Huntsville hairstylist offers homecoming discounts for college students
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - As homecoming season brings added costs for students, from hair appointments to outfits, some local businesses are offering seasonal deals to help manage expenses. One Huntsville hairstylist is offering discounts called “Hottie Homecoming” as students look for ways to get ready without spending as much....