Hatchechubbee
Hatchechubbee, AL · Education
citizenofeastalabama.com
Glenwood shows big play ability in win over Brookstone
A combination of special teams’ play, a ball-hawking defense that intercepted three Brookstone High passes and an outstanding ground game proved to be the winning formula for Glenwood School last week as the Gators swamped the Cougars 49-19 at Sammy Howard Field. For the second week in a row...
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RCHS grad receives Alabama Power scholarship
Kennedy Tyner, a Russell County High School graduate, has been recognized statewide for her academic dedication and leadership. Tyner has been named a recipient of a $2,500 scholarship through the inaugural Community Scholars Program, funded by the Alabama Power Foundation. She graduated from Russell County High School in May and plans to attend The University of Alabama this fall to pursue a degree in cybersecurity.
opelikaobserver.com
Glenwood explodes past Brookstone in home opener
SMITHS STATION — A week after earning a weather-shortened win at Lee-Scott Academy, rain could only delay the inevitable for Glenwood School (2-0) in a 49-19 victory over Brookstone School (0-3) at The Swamp on Friday, Aug. 28. After weather pushed the opening kickoff back 45 minutes, Zayden Hart...
opelikaobserver.com
Opelika spoils Glenwood’s flag football coming-out party
SMITHS STATION — Despite being a first-year program, Glenwood School’s fledgling flag football team had no problem scheduling David-versus-Goliath matchups. However, the proverbial stone never struck its mark after Opelika High School used a flurry of second-quarter scoring to take down the Lady Gators (0-1) 19-0 in The Swamp on Aug. 26.
thecolumbusceo.com
Local leader, Columbus State Advocate Steve Butler Honored by USG for Exemplary Service to Higher Ed
Stephen Turner “Steve” Butler, a retired corporate executive and dedicated Columbus State University supporter, was honored by the University System of Georgia with its 2026 Regents’ Hall of Fame Alumni & Distinguished Friends Award at the USG Foundation’s annual gala on Saturday, Aug. 22. This award recognizes individuals who exhibit exceptional character, achievement and commitment to higher education in Georgia, serving as role models that uplift the entire university system.
citizenofeastalabama.com
Nothing politically correct about PC's rout of PC
In the first-ever meeting between the two schools, Phenix City’s Central High dominated Pell City High with a commanding 54-3 victory at Pete Rich Stadium. The Red Devils were unstoppable from the opening kickoff, scoring on seven of their first eight offensive possessions and adding a special teams touchdown. Pell City's only points came from an early field goal after a 92-yard kickoff return set their offense up inside the Central 6-yard line.
albanyceo.com
GSW Breaks Ground on New Science Building, Unveils Jeanette C. Mix Hall Name
Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) broke ground Thursday, Aug. 27, on a new natural sciences building that will expand and modernize science education on campus. During the ceremony, the University announced the facility will be named Jeanette C. Mix Hall in recognition of the lasting impact Jeanette C. Mix and the Charles L. Mix Memorial Fund have had on GSW and the Americus community.
hhjonline.com
Harris County Defeats Manchester, 28-0
The Manchester High Blue Devils were to kickoff the season on Friday, Aug. 21 but Mother Nature had another idea and the game was rescheduled to Saturday, Aug. 22 due to the extreme weather. Unfortunately, on Saturday the Blue Devils were defeated by the visiting Harris County High Tigers by a score of 28-0. While the Blue Devils were defeated by the higher classification team, Manchester players showed had moments of greatness with some explosive plays on offense and some solid defensive plays. With the first game out of the way, Coach Demota Prather and his team are looking to rebound this coming week.
MaxPreps
Flag Football Showdown: Central brings dynastic pedigree from Alabama
Three consecutive unbeaten seasons have established Central (Phenix City) as Alabama's gold standard and a national power in high school girls flag football. Central arrives at the inaugural MaxPreps Flag Football Showdown on Sept. 11-12 having ended 2025 with an active 57-game winning streak. Head coach Mitchell Holt's squad finished 20-0 last season, captured its third straight AHSAA state championship and finished ranked No. 2 nationally.
WTVM
Georgia Southwestern breaks ground on new natural science building
AMERICUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Georgia Southwestern State University held a groundbreaking ceremony Thursday morning for a new natural science building on campus. The building will serve future biology, nursing, chemistry and pre-engineering students. The name of the building was revealed at the ceremony. It will officially be known as Jeanette...
citizenofeastalabama.com
Central's upset dreams shattered, lose 41-14
No. 2 Central High’s hopes of knocking off top-ranked Thompson faded sharply on a crucial fourth-and-four with 34.5 seconds left in the first half at Trawick Field. Thompson quarterback Trent Seaborn found senior running back CJ Crowley wide open in the end zone for a 28-yard touchdown to shatter a 14-14 deadlock. From that moment on, the Warriors completely took over, scoring 27 unanswered points to deal Central a 41-14 defeat.
WRBL News 3
Mayor-elect Isaiah Hugley talks about how an HBCU education altered his life
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The United Negro College Fund kicked off its fundraising campaign Wednesday afternoon at Green Island Country Club. And the keynote speaker was Columbus Mayor-elect Isaiah Hugley, a graduate of a Historically Black College and University. Justine Boyd, the assistant vice president of UNCF Atlanta, noted the significance of Hugley’s rise to […]
WTVM
Thursday Night Football: Upson-Lee vs. Shaw High School
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - It’s week two of Thursday Night Football - and just like the air outside, it’s getting hotter!. This week’s highlight of Thursday Night Football is a matchup between Upson-Lee High School at Shaw High School right here in Columbus. The game is set...
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Team of the Week: Peach County Trojans rout Perry Panthers in season opener
FORT VALLEY, Ga. (WGXA) — The Peach County Trojans are a Top 10 team in 4A, and they showed why they deserve that ranking in their season-opening win against their rival, the Perry Panthers, 63-24. “Winning like that, that’s the standard here at Peach County," senior linebacker Ace Blunt said. "So I’d say, they weren’t the measuring stick, but that’s setting the tone for what we want to do.”
opelikaobserver.com
Floyd’s seven total TDs sink No. 3-ranked Auburn
AUBURN — No. 3 Auburn High School was stunned by an offensive onslaught from Hewitt-Trussville High School, falling 56-42 in a weather-delayed home opener at Duck Samford Stadium on Aug. 21. The Huskies’ (1-0) 56 points tied for the most points the Tigers (0-1) have allowed in a single...