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Catholic pulls away to beat Glenwood to stay perfect in region
Outplayed for most of the second quarter, the Catholic Knights found themselves locked in a 7-7 tie with Glenwood School in a Class AA Private Region 1 contest at Catholic on Friday night. The Knights had gone for nearly 12 minutes without a first down and had just allowed the...
wiregrassdailynews.com
Carver MST Students to Build ‘Scribble Bots’
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — Students at The Carver School for Mathematics, Science and Technology will get a hands-on look at engineering Friday during a special visit from Auburn University, according to Dothan City Schools. Students will work with representatives from Auburn University’s Samuel Ginn College of Engineering on Friday,...
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Flying Squadron defeats Goshen, 48-16
Highland Home School picked up a region win on Friday, Sept. 11. The Flying Squadron defeated the Goshen Eagles, 48-16. Head football coach Phillip Coggins praised the execution displayed by some key team members, but said mistakes kept the Flyboys from notching their best performance. “We still made way too...
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Webb Elementary dedicates playground to longtime teacher Barbara Weeks
WEBB, Ala. (WTVY) - Webb Elementary dedicated its new playground to Barbara Weeks, one of the school’s longest-serving teachers, who spent about 64 years in education. The school’s principal, Reygan Woodall, Houston County Schools superintendent Brandy White, and board of education member Vince Wade, who is a former student of Weeks, spoke about her legacy alongside her family at the dedication.
holmescounty.news
HCHS honors 9/11 heroes during Friday night tribute
Holmes County High School held a 9/11 remembrance ceremony on Friday, September 11, ahead of the Blue Devils’ home game against the Graceville Tigers, taking time beneath the Friday night lights to honor those who have served and continue to serve. The pre‑game event at Memorial Field recognized first responders, military members, and active‑duty service personnel, with participants gathering at the north end zone before kickoff.
Troy Messenger
Troy University Board of Trustees ratifies Troy Faculty Senate
TROY -- The Troy University Board of Trustees has ratified the continuation of TROY’s Faculty Senate, determining that the Senate complies with a new state law governing faculty senates at Alabama’s public four-year universities. Alabama Act 2026-432, which takes effect Oct. 1, establishes requirements governing the creation, structure...
Troy Messenger
Carroll Coach Steve McLendon suspended by AHSAA
After an investigation by the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA), Carroll High School football coach Steve McLendon has been suspended for two games. Along with the suspension, Carroll High School has been placed on probation and has been fined for “violating the AHSAA Unsportsmanlike Conduct Rule.”. During Carroll’s...
Troy Messenger
Troy City Schools approves FY2027 budget
The Troy City Schools Board of Education approved its budget for Fiscal Year 2027 (FY2027) at its meeting on Sept. 14. The school board held a first public hearing to present the budget on Sept. 9 and the second hearing on Sept. 14. The board unanimously approved the budget 3-0 as board members Jonathan Cellon and Jacquelyn Patterson were not in attendance.
gulfcounty.news
Strickland joins Sound of the South at Troy
Sophia Strickland, of St. George Island, became a member of the prestigious “Sound of the South” marching band at Troy University during the Fall 2026 semester. Strickland, a 2026 graduate of Port St. Joe High School, performs with the drum line in the marching band, a precision collegiate ensemble that has developed a national reputation for its quality musicianship and its exciting arrangements and innovative field productions. The “Sound of the South” is the largest student organization on campus, boasting numbers more than 300 strong each semester.
wiregrassdailynews.com
Dothan High’s Josh McCray Named Employee of the Month
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — Dothan City Schools is recognizing Josh McCray, a behavior specialist at Dothan High School, as its September 2026 Employee of the Month. According to Dothan City Schools, McCray was recognized during the Dothan City Board of Education’s regular meeting for the difference he is making each day.
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AHSAA reviewing Carroll-Andalusia football altercation; decision TBA
(WTVY) - The Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) says it is reviewing an altercation during Friday night’s football game between Carroll and Andalusia. Video from the third quarter of the game shows Carroll head football coach Stephen McLendon running toward a confrontation on the field. Andalusia players are wearing black in the video, while Carroll players are wearing white.
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Nation’s longest serving public university leader reflects on his career, looks toward retirement
TROY, Ala. (WSFA) - Just moments before handing the reigns over in 1989, then Chancellor Ralph Adams had this bold prediction about his successor, Dr. Jack Hawkins, Jr:. ”Dr. Hawkins will be the greatest president that this institution has ever had.”. 37 years later, Hawkins is the longest-serving public university...
Troy Messenger
Dominant defense, special teams lead CHHS to shutout win
TROY – Despite a near hour-long weather delay, the Charles Henderson Trojans (2-1, 1-1) kicked off their home schedule with a resounding 42-0 victory over the Beauregard Hornets (0-3, 0-1) in Class 4A, Region 4 action at Veterans Memorial Stadium Thursday night. Things started off sluggish for both teams...
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Dothan City Schools Names New K-12 Math Specialist
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — Dothan City Schools is welcoming Courtney Starling as the district’s new K-12 Instructional Math Specialist, bringing nearly a decade of experience in mathematics education, instructional leadership and program development. According to Dothan City Schools, Starling was approved by the Dothan City Board of Education...
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Wallace Highlights Workforce Training During September
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — Wallace Community College-Dothan is highlighting training opportunities designed to help people gain new skills, advance their careers and connect with jobs in high-demand fields across the Wiregrass. September is Workforce Development Month, and WCCD is using the observance to bring attention to programs available through...