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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...

Alabama · 1d

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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.

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Sheriff seeks armed robbery suspect

The Lowndes County Sheriff’s Department and Crime Stoppers are asking community members to help locate an armed robbery suspect. Tre’Quan Deon Sawyer, 19, of Montgomery, is wanted in connection with the armed robbery of a Fort Deposit resident on Wednesday, Nov. 4. He is described as 5-foot-9, weighing around 145 pounds.

Lowndes County, AL · 1d

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National Institute for Lobbying & Ethics names Montgomery’s Greg Jones a 2026 ‘Top Lobbyist’

The Jones Group is proud to announce that our Founder, President & CEO, Gregory “Greg” Jones, has been recognized as one of the nation’s 2026 Top Lobbyist by the National Institute for Lobbying & Ethics. Selected from more than 500 nominations nationwide, Jones joins a distinguished group...

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Community honors Selma firefighter who died on duty

Flags are flying at half-staff at the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial to honor Selma Fire/Rescue Captain Aeneas Pettway.

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Women in Business 2026: Celebrating Her Success

Across the River Region, women are building companies, leading teams, growing careers and creating businesses that reflect their vision and values. They are entrepreneurs, attorneys, real estate professionals, executives and community leaders, and together they represent the energy, determination and diversity shaping our business scene. This year’s Women in Business...

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A Frost/Freeze Alert For The Upcoming Weekend

Some pleasant weather conditions to enjoy through midweek but the latter half of the work week and upcoming weekend will be a different story. The coldest air so far this fall will be blowing into the deep south this weekend. It’s time to prepare those tender plants for a frost/freeze event.

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Football Recap: Reeltown Skates Past Blacksher with Ease

It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Reeltown had no problem doing just that on Friday. They claimed a resounding 62-7 victory over the Blacksher Bulldogs. The Rebels' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.

Uriah, AL · 2d

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NAIA Georgia Gwinnett basketball takes down D1 Alabama State

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Marc Chavenet scored 14 points to help NAIA Georgia Gwinnett upset Division I Alabama State 79-77 on Monday, giving the second-year men’s basketball program a win that will stand out in its young history. Chavenet shot 5 of 7 from the field,...

Montgomery, AL · 21h

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Everything Jackson State's TC Taylor about Alabama State ahead of SWAC showdown

Jackson State coach T.C. Taylor doesn't have to be convinced of the significance of this week's matchup with Alabama State football . Taylor considers the Hornets right alongside Southern and Alcorn State — among the Tigers' biggest rivals, pointing to the expectations surrounding both programs and the competitive nature of their recent meetings. "All of them arguably, number one," Taylor said on Monday's weekly SWAC coaches call. "They have just as much a right to say the biggest rivalry, like Southern and Alcron (State)." Alabama State and Jackson State will meet Saturday in Montgomery in a matchup between two programs with championship aspirations. Taylor said the rivalry has developed into one of the matchups that fans across the SWAC look forward to watching, particularly given the physicality and competitiveness displayed in recent meetings. He said it's no surprise the game will be on ESPN. What Jackson State coach T.C. Taylor said about Alabama State QB Aaron Frye Taylor applauded Alabama State's ability to compete this season despite losing a player like Andrew Body for the majority of the season. "You look at Alabama State, lose a quarterback like Andrew Body, the next young man stepped up. That's a testament to

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From Drum Major to Brooklyn Boss: ASU’s Brandon J. Hurst Writes His Playbook

Brandon Hurst Chick-fil-A fans in Brooklyn already know his restaurants. Soon, readers everywhere will know how he thinks. The Alabama State graduate is one of Chick-fil-A’s youngest and highest-grossing franchise Owner/Operators. He runs two Brooklyn locations that rank among the brand’s top earners worldwide. Now he’s adding author to the résumé. His debut book, Outthink Yourself: The Mindset and Discipline of Leaders Who Refuse to Quit, arrives January 26, 2027 from Post Hill Press.

Montgomery, AL · 20h

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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

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The Cone Company Welcomes John Lewis Kitchens as New Property & Casualty Insurance Agent

Montgomery, AL – November 10, 2026 – The Cone Company is excited to announce the addition of John Lewis Kitchens to its team as a Property & Casualty Insurance Agent. In his new role, Kitchens will work across both personal and commercial insurance lines, helping individuals, families, and businesses identify insurance solutions tailored to their unique needs.

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Parents, teachers support screen time limits, push for printed learning materials in new survey

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - The Alabama Governor’s Commission on Screen-Based Instruction shared its findings of a survey at its meeting in Montgomery Tuesday morning. The survey, which included parents, teachers and administrators, asked about the benefits and drawbacks of technology in the classroom. Alabama already has the FOCUS Act...

Alabama · 23h

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AVRC growing network of support for Alabama veterans

The Alabama Veterans Resource Center (AVRC) opened early in 2026 as a “one-stop shop” for Armed Forces veterans and their families who need help in accessing services and resources available to them. In less than 10 months, AVRC has served more than 1,500 veterans and family members. “It’s an exciting milestone,” said Alexandria Karagas, AVRC’s […] The post AVRC growing network of support for Alabama veterans appeared first on Yellowhammer News .

Alabama · 4h

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Alabama credit union to buy in-state bank

Montgomery, Alabama-based MAX Credit Union has agreed to acquire Birmingham-area First Financial Bank for an undisclosed cash sum, according to a release issued Tuesday. The deal, set to close in 2027, would expand MAX’s mortgage, wealth management, insurance and business lending services into Alabama’s largest metro area. The...

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L.E.A.D. Academy breaks ground on high school campus

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WAKA) – A Montgomery charter school is taking a new step in its growth. L.E.A.D. Academy has broken ground on a new high school campus. It will be located on Fisk Road, on property that was the site of Whitfield United Methodist Church. School officials say the...