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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%.

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Thompson rolls to victory over Hoover in Class 6A Round 2

Thompson amassed 464 yards total offense to earn a 42-14 victory over Hoover in the second round of AHSAA Class 6A high school football. Second-ranked Thompson (9-1) last played on Oct. 23, a three-week layoff. “Man, I just thank God that I get to coach those kids,” said Thompson coach...

Hoover, AL · 1d

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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 · 1d

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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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Rebels blow out Sparkman in second round

Vestavia Hills High School’s football team beat Sparkman 56-10 on Friday night at Sparkman Field in Harvest in the second round of the Class 6A playoffs. Luke Stubbs scored three touchdowns, on a 21-yard run, a 74-yard reception and a 31-yard fumble return, and Charlie Taaffe accounted for four, three rushing and one passing.

Vestavia Hills, AL · 1d

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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 · 2d

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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

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Phaedra Manuel of Hoover Crowned Miss University of Alabama Birmingham 2027

Phaedra Manuel is the new Miss University of Alabama at BirminghamPhaedra Manuel is the new Miss University of Alabama at Birmingham. Manuel was crowned Sunday, Nov. 8, during the Miss UAB Scholarship Competition, an official preliminary to the Miss Alabama and Miss America. She will represent UAB at the state Miss Alabama competition.

Birmingham, AL · 1d

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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

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Prattville rolls past Spain Park to advance to quarterfinals

Quarterback Will McKay threw three touchdown passes, helping the Prattville Lions beat the Spain Park Jaguars 36-17 on Friday night in the second round of the AHSAA Class 6A Playoffs. Prattville’s win moves them into the Class 6A quarterfinals, where they will host Daphne next week. Daphne finished second in...

Prattville, AL · 1d

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Playoff football: Lions survive, Jags fall

Spain Park's Nash Davis (10) throws a pass during a Class 6A second round playoff game between Spain Park and Prattville on Friday, Nov. 13, 2026, at Stanley-Jensen Stadium in Prattville. Photo by Kyle Parmley. Spain Park High School’s football team fell 36-17 to unbeaten Prattville on Friday night at...

Hoover, AL · 1d

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Spain Park celebrates fall signees at signing day

HOOVER – Thursday, Nov. 12 was a day of celebration at Spain Park High School as 11 athletes signed their written offers of athletic aid to play sports at the collegiate level. Softball had three signees, including a Division I signee in Abby King, who will play at BYU....

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Pleasant Grove ends Jackson’s quest for 3rd straight state title

Pleasant Grove needed just three plays to go 70 yards on the game’s first possession. The Spartans (10-2) truly took control in the second half — scoring three touchdowns in the third quarter, as quarterback Elston Hooper scored on runs of 4 and 7 yards sandwiched around a 19-yard touchdown pass to Colin Crave — in a 27-7 victory over Jackson in the second round of the Class 3A playoffs.

Pleasant Grove, AL · 1d

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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

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Football Friday: Lions, Jags ready for round 2

Friday night means gameday for the local high school football teams, and Under the Lights is back to cover Football Friday. Briarwood and Spain Park are back in action Friday night, as both play in the second round of the playoffs. For updates throughout Friday night and all season, follow...

Hoover, AL · 2d

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Football recap: Patriots drop heartbreaker, Cavs hang tough

HOMEWOOD -- For a half, the Homewood High School football team looked poised to extend its season. The Patriots built a two-touchdown lead, weathered a pair of Pike Road scoring drives and carried a 28-14 advantage into the locker room Friday night. But the second half told a much different...

Homewood, AL · 1d

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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

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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

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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

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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