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Head football coach at north Georgia high school resigns, effective immediately

A head football coach in north Georgia is off the pitch after only one season on the job.

Rome, GA · 3d

The Gadsden Times

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Confident Collinsville football team completes upset over Piedmont

PIEDMONT — The Collinsville football team came down to Piedmont knowing there was one way it would be heading home. Victorious. It didn't matter that the Panthers (10-2) were going up against one of the best teams in 2A this year, and a squad that has played in the semifinals of Class 3A the past two seasons. Panthers coach Ernie Willingham already had his plans set to head to Montgomery for another playoff meeting on Saturday morning. "We believed we could win," Willingham said. "We believe we can win, we came over here with that. We're going to play as hard as we could and see what happened." Well on Friday, Nov. 13, the Panthers proved coach right as Uriel Cornejo nailed a game-winning, 22-yard field goal as time expired for the 17-14 upset win over the 1-seeded Bulldogs. Not many picked Collinsville to continue their postseason run into the third round. Some predictions have them as many as 28- or 35-point underdogs, something the players were aware of and mentioned throughout the game. The players had heard the talk, but instead of putting them down, it had the reverse effect Friday night. "We heard it so many times, but

Collinsville, AL · 20h

Calhoun Journal

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Collinsville Stuns Piedmont 17-14 With Last-Second Field Goal in Class 2A Playoffs

Cornejo’s field goal in game’s final play lifts No. 9 Collinsville to 17-14 upset of No. 5 Piedmont in second-round playoff game Area scoreboard FRIDAY, Nov. 13 Class 4A Scottsboro 35, Alexandria 33, FINAL Leeds 50, Cherokee County 7, FINAL Class 3A Cleburne County 49, Cordova 14, FINAL Class 2A Fyffe 49, Wellborn 14, FINAL […] The post Collinsville Stuns Piedmont 17-14 With Last-Second Field Goal in Class 2A Playoffs appeared first on Calhoun Journal .

Collinsville, AL · 7h

colbertcountyreporter.com

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Trojans surge past Oxford, host Boaz in Round 2

Muscle Shoals added another postseason win to its program history by topping Oxford 31-14 in the opening round of the AHSAA Class 5A playoffs. Though the Trojans only led 10-7 at halftime, a second-half offensive surge powered the team past the Yellow Jackets. An 88-yard touchdown run by Lincoln Smothers...

Muscle Shoals, AL · 2d
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Pigg, Ussery named to North-South All-Star team

Two Vestavia Hills High School linemen will finish their high school careers in the AHSAA North-South All-Star Classic. Offensive lineman Cord Pigg and defensive end Paxton Ussery were named to the North roster for the 68th edition of the game, the Alabama High School Athletic Association announced Thursday. The game will be played Friday, Dec. 11, at AmFirst Stadium at Jacksonville State University.

Vestavia Hills, AL · 2d

The Gadsden Times

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Gadsden-area high school football live updates, scores from AHSAA playoffs Round 2

High school football is about to kick off around the Gadsden area to start AHSAA playoff Round one action. Nine Gadsden teams are left in the postseason, after six teams saw their season come to a close. Just two of those teams are in Etowah County with Etowah traveling to Plainview and Westbrook Christian hosting Whitesburg Christian, with a chance to advance to the Private A semifinals on the line. The new AHSAA football championship format starts with flag football title games on Tuesday, Dec. 1. The private school games are on Dec. 2 followed by the 1A and 4A games on Thursday. Friday will see the 2A and 5A games with the 3A and 6A wrapping the new five-day event on Saturday. Keep up with Friday night action below. AHSAA playoff scores, updates from Round 2 of Alabama high school football season Keep up with coverage closer to kick off on Friday. Gadsden-area high school football AHSAA playoff round 2 scoreboard .oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } AHSAA football playoff scores from Round 2 Check back after the games as scores roll in. Gadsden-area high school football games today Class 5A Boaz (9-2) at

Gadsden, AL · 1d

AL.com

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Hewitt-Trussville surges past James Clemens, sets up rematch with Auburn

Hewitt-Trussville scored early and often to earn a trip to the Class 6A quarterfinals on Friday. The Class 6A, No. 5 Huskies powered past No. 10 James Clemens with a 51-27 victory in Madison to earn the program’s first third-round playoff trip since 2023. “It’s a huge win for...

Madison, AL · 19h

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Central Alabama Community College earns two ACCA Exemplary Program Awards

ALEXANDER CITY, Ala. – Central Alabama Community College has received statewide recognition for its efforts to strengthen workforce development and support student success. The college was named a recipient of two 2026 Alabama Community College Association Exemplary Program Awards, earning honors in the Workforce Development and Support Services categories.

Alexander City, AL · 1d

gadsdenmessenger.com

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Gadsden State recognizes four employees with Chancellor’s Awards

Gadsden State Community College has recognized four employees with its 2026 Chancellor’s Awards, honoring their contributions to student success, leadership and service to the college. The annual awards recognize employees in four categories: Academic Faculty, Technical Faculty, Administrator and Staff Member. Recipients are selected for their dedication to excellence...

Gadsden, AL · 1d

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Sylacauga City Schools earns record score on state report card

SYLACAUGA, Ala. – Sylacauga City Schools earned an 89 on its recently released report card from the Alabama State Department of Education, marking the highest score in the district’s history. The two-point increase from last year is attributed primarily to academic achievement and growth across all schools. The...

Sylacauga, AL · 1d

ABC 33/40 News

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Birmingham City Schools score rises to 79, but three schools still earn F grades

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Birmingham City Schools raised its score on Alabama’s latest state report card to 79, a two-point increase from the previous year. The district remains at a C, and Superintendent Mark Sullivan said it is six-tenths of a point away from a B. The district’s overall...

Birmingham, AL · 2d

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Following Years of Progress, Birmingham School Board Gives Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan Favorable Evaluation

The Birmingham Board of Education on Tuesday gave Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan a favorable annual review in an evaluation weighted heavily toward measurable outcomes for students and Birmingham City Schools. Board member Leticia Harvill, who chairs the superintendent’s evaluation committee, said Sullivan met expectations on both the district’s measurable achievements...

Birmingham, AL · 1d

thehomewoodstar.com

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Eight Homewood athletes recognized on Signing Day

Eight Homewood High School athletes signed to continue their careers at the college level during a ceremony Wednesday, the first day of the early signing period. Baseball led the way with three signees. Jackson Chapleau signed with LSU-New Orleans, James Eady with Wallace State Community College in Hanceville and George Brockwell with Sewanee.

Homewood, AL · 3d

Shelby Reporter

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Shelby County Schools receives straight A’s for fourth consecutive year

SHELBY COUNTY — For the fourth year in a row, Shelby County Schools has received an A on its state report card from the Alabama State Department of Education. The district received an overall 92, exceeding the statewide average of 88, according to the results released Thursday, Nov. 12.

Shelby County, AL · 1d

Shelby Reporter

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Spain Park, Thompson stars make football North-South All-Star Classic

MONTGOMERY – Five locals from Shelby County schools have been tabbed by the Alabama High School Athletic Directors and Coaches Association for the upcoming 2026 edition of the North-South All-Star Classic. Spain Park’s Jaylen Bates and Jonathan Roberto as well as Thompson’s CJ Cowley, Wes Gover and Conner Williams...

Hoover, AL · 2d

vestaviavoice.com

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Football Friday: Rebels head to Sparkman

Friday night means gameday for the local high school football teams, and Under the Lights is back to cover Football Friday. Vestavia Hills travels north to Sparkman for the second round of the Class 6A playoffs. For updates throughout Friday nights and all season, follow sports editor Kyle Parmley on...

Vestavia Hills, AL · 2d

Shelby Reporter

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Shelby County High School boys basketball coach looking to continue upward trend in third season

COLUMBIANA— Shelby County High School boys basketball coach Chase Cornelius is looking to continue the upward trend as he starts his third season with the Wildcats. During Cornelius’ first season, the team ended with a 7-22 record. Last year, they finished 19-15. According to Coach Cornelius, the improvement comes from dynamic talent on the court, as well as the passion and drive he sees from his players on a daily basis.

Shelby County, AL · 1d

ABC 33/40 News

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Hoover approves church school after religious freedom dispute

HOOVER, Ala. (WBMA) — A Hoover church has received approval to operate a private Christian school on its property following months of discussions over religious freedom, city regulations and building safety requirements. The Hoover City Council approved a conditional use permit Monday, Nov. 9, allowing Trinity Classical Academy to...

Hoover, AL · 2d

Village Living

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School board recognizes Teachers of the Year, tables computer science framework

The Mountain Brook Board of Education recognized the district’s six 2026-27 Teachers of the Year during its monthly meeting Nov. 9 at Crestline Elementary. The honorees are Lane Kennedy of Cherokee Bend Elementary, Haden Ridlehoover of Brookwood Forest Elementary, Stephanie Parker of Crestline Elementary, Emily Beane of Mountain Brook Elementary, Jill Wiggins of Mountain Brook Junior High and Scottie Wilson of Mountain Brook High School.

Mountain Brook, AL · 2d

Shelby Reporter

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Two Hoover students named 2026 National Math Stars

HOOVER – Two Hoover City Schools elementary students have earned national recognition for their mathematical abilities, placing among a select group of students chosen for a program designed to nurture exceptional talent and provide advanced educational opportunities. John Sanchez of Green Valley Elementary School and Daniel Yang of Trace...

Hoover, AL · 1d