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Alabama's winningest high school football coach retires after 38 years

A legendary Alabama high school football coach is ready to call it a career. Central-Clay County football coach Danny Horn is set to retire following a 38-year career as a coach, according to AL.com . Horn, 64, is the winningest high school football coach in state history. However, he felt like his time as a coach had come to an end following a 24-7 loss to Deshler in the first round of the AHSAA Class 4A playoffs. “I’m about on empty,” Horn said. “I’m just worn out.” Horn finishes his career with a 380-105 record to go along with eight state championships and a 55-game winning streak, the longest such in state history. With his retirement, Horn will not hold the distinction of the winningest coach in Alabama for long. Fyffe head coach Paul Benefield — the owner of the second-longest winning streak in state history — has his Red Devils still playing in the playoffs and is just two wins behind Horn. Another state championship for Benefield would also tie him with eight, tying Horn. Horn told AL.com the AHSAA not enforcing rules prohibiting recruiting and transfers played a role in his decision to step down. “I’m just tired

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The Tuscaloosa News

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AHSAA football playoff second-round predictions for 12 West Alabama teams

The pool of West Alabama high school football teams in the AHSAA playoffs was cut by about 33% in the first round. The second round of the AHSAA football playoffs is set for Friday, Nov. 13, and continues through November before the state championship games Dec. 2-5 in Mobile. Last week, the postseason slate was cut down from 18 to 12 teams, as Central, Lamar County, Greensboro, South Lamar, Berry and Pickens Academy were knocked out of the playoffs. We've broken down the remaining second-round playoff matchups featuring West Alabama teams. Here's who we predict will advance to the third round. FLAG: Northside flag football's volunteer coaches provide opportunity, state title hopes ROUND 1: Tuscaloosa Academy ousts Coosa Christian from AHSAA football playoffs West Alabama AHSAA football playoff predictions in Round 2 Saraland at Hillcrest (Class 5A) Saraland (10-1) Oklahoma quarterback commit Jamison Roberts will put up a fight against Hillcrest's defense, but the Patriots' senior class hasn't forgotten its third-round playoff loss to the Spartans in 2023. Hillcrest (10-0) has been talking about this potential rematch for weeks, and an undefeated Patriots team hungry for revenge should find a way to get it done at home. Our Pick: Hillcrest

Alabama · 23h

High School On SI

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Alabama High School Football Playoffs: First-Round Upsets, Results and Standouts

Alabama high school football playoff first-round results, including major upsets, Alexandria's narrow escape and standout performances across the state.

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The Tuscaloosa News

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Tuscaloosa Magnet Schools named best in Alabama

Tuscaloosa Magnet Schools earned top state rankings in the latest U.S. News & World Report education assessment. Tuscaloosa Magnet Schools-Middle was ranked the No. 1 middle school in Alabama in U.S. News & World Report’s 2027 Best Elementary and Middle Schools rankings. Tuscaloosa Magnet Schools-Elementary ranked No. 15 among Alabama’s public elementary schools, according to a Tuscaloosa City Schools news release. Released Oct. 20, the rankings are based on student performance in reading and math on state assessments. Both schools placed among the top 25 in their respective categories. “To have our middle school ranked No. 1 in Alabama and our elementary school recognized among the top 15 is an incredible honor for our entire school community,” Constance Pewee-Childs, principal of Tuscaloosa Magnet Schools-Elementary and Middle, said in the release. More: Tuscaloosa schools return with new safety tech “These rankings reflect the hard work of our students, the dedication of our teachers and staff, and the tremendous support of our families,” Pewee-Childs said. “We are proud of this recognition, but what matters most is the learning and growth happening in our classrooms every day.” Tuscaloosa City Schools Superintendent Mike Daria said the recognition reflects the district’s high academic standards and

Tuscaloosa, AL · 2d

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New Alabama law allows schools to hire veterans as teachers without a four-year degree

DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - A new Alabama law allows schools to hire eligible veterans as teachers, even without a four-year degree. State Rep. Rick Rehm, R-District 85, co-sponsored Senate Bill 149, which took effect Oct. 1. The law creates a temporary teaching certificate for veterans. They need at least four...

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The Montgomery Advertiser

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AHSAA flag football playoffs Round 2 statewide scores

The Alabama high school flag football season has reached the playoffs. First-round games were held Nov. 2-5 with Round 2 set to start Tuesday, Nov. 10. The private championship starts the state title day on Dec. 1 at 10 a.m. From there the 1-4A title kicks off at 1 p.m. followed by the 5A game at 4 p.m. and the 6A game at 7 p.m. See the schedule for second-round matchups from across the state below and check back as scores come in from around Alabama. Alabama high school flag football scores from Round 2 of AHSAA playoffs .oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } AHSAA flag football playoffs Round 2 schedule Class 1-4A Brewbaker Tech 26, Carroll 13 Holtville 39, Booker T. Washington Marbury 28, Selma 27 Tallasee 34, Elmore County 0 Deshler 12, Lanett 6 Northside 40, Wenonah 18 Moody 40, Tanner 0 Anniston vs. Scottsboro, Nov. 12, 5:30 p.m. Class 5A Northridge 37, Blount 26 Wetumpka 21, Spanish Fort 12 Hueytown 21, Central-Tuscaloosa 14 Stanhope Elmore 27, Theodore 13 Boaz 27, Athens 6 A.H. Parker 25, Florence 0 Austin 35, Lee 0 Oxford 20, Albertville 7 Class 6A Hewitt-Trussville 30, Gadsden City 0

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Alabama universities weigh joint response to federal higher ed questions

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama’s public university presidents are considering a joint response to seven questions from U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon about college admissions, academic freedom, affordability and other higher education issues. During a Monday meeting of the Alabama Council of College and University Presidents in Montgomery, Athens...

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ABC 33/40 News

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Alabama attorney general backs Florida law restricting certain classroom teachings

Which states are supporting Florida's law in the Supreme Court brief?. What specific concepts does Florida's law restrict professors from promoting?. Why do states argue professors should not have special First Amendment rights?. Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has joined Kentucky in leading a 13-state brief asking the U.S. Supreme...

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watchtheyard.com

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HBCYOU All-Stars: Howard’s Dazhai B. Layne and Tuskegee’s Tierney Macon on Carrying HBCU Values Beyond the Yard

In an effort to highlight the HBCU graduates carrying the lessons of the yard into their careers and communities, Watch The Yard is spotlighting two alums of P&G’s HBCYOU program: Dazhai Brown of Howard University and Tierney Macon of Tuskegee University. One came back to college as an adult...

Tuskegee, AL · 17h

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Governor highlights Montgomery family using CHOOSE Act for private school

Governor Kay Ivey on Friday introduced the Washingtons, an Alabama family utilizing the CHOOSE Act, the governor’s education savings account, ESA, program. Shalice Washington is a U.S. veteran, full-time student and a mom to her daughter, Kimora. Kimora is in first grade and is currently attending Trinity Presbyterian School in Montgomery, Alabama.

Montgomery, AL · 2d

Alabama Reflector

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Survey shows broad agreement on school screen time limits, value of devices

A survey of over 3,400 Alabama parents and school employees found broad agreement about time limits on screen use by students, though several instructors also noted that the devices could be useful in classrooms. The Commission on Screen-Based Instruction, formed by Gov. Kay Ivey, reviewed preliminary results of the survey on Tuesday, ahead of sending […]

Alabama · 22h

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Troy University’s Board of Trustees looks toward the future

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WAKA) – The Board of Trustees at Troy University is looking toward the future as longtime Chancellor Dr. Jack Hawkins, Jr., plans for his retirement next year. The board met yesterday at Troy’s Montgomery campus to speak with a consulting firm in a video conference. The...

Troy, AL · 1d

thebusinessview.com

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Beyond the Numbers: The Students and Stories Behind Spring Hill College’s Nursing Success

In a state facing a projected shortage of 14,000 nurses by 2027, preparing for the next generation of healthcare has never been more significant. At Spring Hill College, that preparation is already making an impact, not only in the classroom, but in our community. For the second consecutive year, Spring...

Alabama · 15h

HPCwire

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University of Alabama Builds Statewide HPC Center with Dell Technologies

The University of Alabama’s new High Performance Computing Center will provide advanced computing and data infrastructure to accelerate research and education across Alabama. Nov. 11, 2026 — Dell Technologies has announced that The University of Alabama (UA) is deploying Dell high performance computing (HPC), AI and data infrastructure at the core of its new High Performance Computing Center.

Alabama · 19h

Yellowhammer News

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Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter reappoints Danny Garrett to chair House education budget committee after five record-setting budget cycles

State Rep. Danny Garrett (R-Trussville) will continue as chairman of the House Ways and Means Education Committee, following his reappointment by House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter. The committee develops the Education Trust Fund Budget, the primary funding source for Alabama’s K-12 schools, community colleges, and public colleges and universities. Garrett has held the post since 2021, […] The post Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter reappoints Danny Garrett to chair House education budget committee after five record-setting budget cycles appeared first on Yellowhammer News .

Alabama · 12h

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Alabama survey: Parents, teachers support screens in class, with limits

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WBRC) - Parents, teachers and school leaders across Alabama see value in classroom screens, and most want limits on how they’re used, according to preliminary results of a statewide survey presented Tuesday to Gov. Kay Ivey’s Commission on Screen-Based Instruction at its final in-person meeting. More...

Alabama · 1d

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First-quarter deficit stings Glenwood in opening round

SMITHS STATION — Glenwood School’s inaugural flag football season came to an end Nov. 3 as the Lady Gators (7-7) fell 21-0 to McGill-Toolen Catholic High School in the first round of the Class Private AA playoffs at Sammy Howard Field. It was the program’s first playoff appearance.

Glenwood, AL · 1d

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Luverne shuts out Ranburne in first playoff round

The Luverne Tigers opened the postseason in impressive fashion Friday night, shutting out the Ranburne Bulldogs 53-0 to advance to the second round of the AHSAA Class 2A playoffs. Favored by 35 points entering the matchup, Luverne delivered an even more dominant performance, winning by 53 points and keeping the...

Luverne, AL · 18h

Babcock Ranch Telegraph

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Empathy and Engineering: Babcock Schools students build prosthetic legs

In June, when veteran teacher Brian Copes left his 32-year teaching post in Alabama for a similar position at Babcock Schools in Babcock Ranch, he brought a whole lot more than his deep Southern drawl and calming presence. Copes not only arrived with a history extending beyond engineering, draft- ing and woodshop, but also presented a challenge. The gauntlet Copes […] The post Empathy and Engineering: Babcock Schools students build prosthetic legs first appeared on Babcock Ranch Telegraph .

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WTVY

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New Alabama law allows schools to hire veterans as teachers without a four-year degree

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