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Alabama Amendment 3 divides voters over school prayer, bullying fears

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - With Election Day just five days away, Alabama voters are weighing a proposed constitutional amendment involving prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance in public schools. Amendment 3 would require local school boards to adopt policies addressing the daily Pledge of Allegiance and voluntary, student-initiated and student-led...

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State awards over $4M in north Alabama research grants

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — Gov. Kay Ivey is investing millions of dollars in research projects across Alabama, with several major grants headed to north Alabama. HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology and the University of Alabama in Huntsville are getting almost half of the governor's allotments. Combined, the two Huntsville institutions are receiving $4,086,191 out of the $8.1 million in total grants statewide.

Huntsville, AL · 7d
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Doug Jones in Huntsville: supports a lottery, opposes Choose Act, says voters deserve a choice

Democratic candidate for governor Doug Jones was in Huntsville Tuesday calling for a state lottery, expressing concern about the Alabama Choose Act and pointing out that his campaign has been widely available for voters to ask questions – unlike his opponent.

Huntsville, AL · 11d

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Huntsville, AL Time Change Tonight: Clocks Go Back 1 Hour

Daylight saving time ends Sunday at 2 a.m., giving Alabama residents an extra hour overnight.

Huntsville, AL · 7d

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You’ll Feel Like You’ve Stepped Into A Hallmark Movie In These 8 Charming Alabama Towns

Looking for charming Alabama towns that feel like they belong in a Hallmark movie?. These 8 towns deliver stunning beauty and the kind of small-town warmth that stays with you!. 1. Guntersville. Guntersville is an Alabama town so naturally beautiful that it almost feels like someone planned the whole thing...

Alabama, NY · 12d

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Marshall County Superintendents clash at board meeting

MARSHALL COUNTY, Ala. (WAFF) - A tense exchange erupted at a Marshall County school board meeting Thursday night between the district’s outgoing and incoming leaders over allegations surrounding staff promotions. Incoming Superintendent Dr. Clay Webber has spent weeks questioning promotions made by outgoing Superintendent Dr. Cindy Wigley online, urging...

Marshall County, AL · 9d

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Huntsville awards more than $300,000 in federal funding to local nonprofits

The City of Huntsville has approved more than $319,000 in federal funding for eight organizations that help low- and moderate-income residents with housing, job training, youth programs and other essential services. The $319,077 in grants comes through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's Community Development Block Grant program,...

Huntsville, AL · 9d

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Crews install metal plate over hole on I-65 near Falkville

I-65 northbound near Falkville reopened early Tuesday morning after a temporary closure at mile marker 318 in Morgan County. The closure began around 8:38 p.m. Monday, Oct. 26, after a hole was reported in the roadway, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA). The northbound lanes were closed for an undetermined amount of time, and drivers were diverted onto Highway 31.

Morgan County, AL · 11d

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Cullman Regional to use $2.5 million in federal funding for surgical robot

CULLMAN, Ala. — Cullman Regional Medical Center will use $2.5 million in federal funding to purchase a surgical robot for its operating room, the hospital and U.S. Sen. Katie Britt’s office announced. The funding was included in the fiscal 2026 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related...

Cullman, AL · 9d

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Huntsville Animal Services invites residents to walk shelter dogs at local parks

Huntsville Animal Services is taking its shelter dogs to the park, giving them a chance to enjoy the outdoors and possibly meet their future families along the way. The department […] The post Huntsville Animal Services invites residents to walk shelter dogs at local parks appeared first on 256 Today .

Huntsville, AL · 9d

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Día de los Muertos festival bringing vibrant tradition and community to Guajana on Sunday

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - A vibrant celebration of Mexican heritage, culture, and remembrance is coming to North Alabama this weekend. The community is invited to gather for the Festival de Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead Festival), an annual tradition honoring the lives and legacies of loved ones who have passed away. Organizers say the goal of the event is to unite the community through rich cultural traditions, art, and fellowship.

Huntsville, AL · 8d

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State awards over $4M in north Alabama research grants

Gov. Kay Ivey is investing millions of dollars in research projects across Alabama, with several major grants headed to north Alabama.

Huntsville, AL · 7d

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John Wahl to hold election night watch party in Huntsville

Republican nominee for lieutenant governor John Wahl and his campaign announced that they will host an election night watch party on Tuesday, November 3, at The Belle at Stovehouse in Huntsville. The event will bring together supporters, campaign volunteers, Republican leaders and members of the community as election results come...

Huntsville, AL · 9d

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North Alabama Halloween Oct. 31: Rain May Hit Trick-or-Treating

North Alabama faces a warm, unsettled weekend with highs in the 70s and lower 80s.

Huntsville, AL · 8d

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City leaders moving along in the process of getting a third bridge in Decatur

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Decatur City leaders are working closely with ALDOT to complete a study for a new bridge connecting two counties. Overcrowded and overloaded, the Hudson Memorial Bridge is past its prime, according to Decatur City Leaders. That’s why they’re looking to build a new third bridge over the Tennessee river.

Decatur, AL · 10d

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Rogersville approves 3% permanent raise for town employees

The city council unanimously approved a permanent 3% raise for all Rogersville town employees as part of its 2027 budget.

Rogersville, AL · 10d

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Madison County tests voting machines ahead of Nov. 3 election

MADISON COUNTY, Ala. (WAFF) - Local leaders are making sure that everything is set for when voters show up to the polls. Madison County tested its voting machines on Wednesday to minimize the chance of problems next Tuesday. Leaders stress the importance of these machines to make sure that votes...

Madison County, AL · 10d

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Rising prices haven’t stopped North Alabama shoppers from celebrating the spooky season

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Halloween and fall decor prices continue to rise year after year. For one local family, the cost might be the scariest part of the holiday, but it isn’t stopping them from celebrating. Local resident Jennifer Bassett said her family doesn’t just decorate for Halloween. They...

Huntsville, AL · 8d

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See inside the $13.2 million Huntsville event venue that’s set to be complete soon

Madison County Commissioner Phil Riddick said it is approximately 95% complete

Huntsville, AL · 11d

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Bartlett pledges better commutes ahead for Madison motorists

MADISON – What’s the most frequent comment/ complaint that Madison Mayor Ranae Bartlett and City Council members hear from constituents? Traffic. Citizens want new and improved roads. Bartlett and the council must have felt like Christmas had arrived early, because they have received a virtual- yet-certain gift, which Bartlett detailed in “Madison Weekly.”

Madison, AL · 10d