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Autauga County Schools approves performance bonuses for employees

Autauga County school employees will receive performance bonuses in December following action by the Autauga County Board of Education during its Tuesday night meeting, recognizing the hard work of staff members and the progress being made across the district. The board unanimously approved Superintendent Lyman Woodfin’s recommendation to award a...

Autauga County, AL · 1d
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WBRC

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Possible changes to SNAP impacting families

Alabama · 16h

The Montgomery Advertiser

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Alabama Children's Place closures include stores, warehouses

Alabama · 20h

WDHN

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‘Sometimes you win, sometimes you learn:’ Former city commissioner loses close race in District 85

DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — While some may call it a loss, Dr. Aristotle Kirkland calls his defeat to Representative Rick Rehm for District 85 in the Alabama House of Representatives a learning opportunity after falling short a little over 1,400 votes. “We learned a lot,” Dr. Kirkland said. “It was close I learned a lot […]

Dothan, AL · 2d

blackbeltnewsnetwork.com

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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%.

Alabama · 23h

AL.com

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Freeze warnings tonight for much of Alabama; how cold could it get?

A blast of cold air has settled in over Alabama, and the first freeze of the fall is expected tonight in many areas. The National Weather Service has issued freeze warnings that will go into effect tonight for a large part of the state. Part of south Alabama will be...

Alabama · 2h

The Montgomery Advertiser

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Alabama lawmaker pleads guilty to felony one day after election

HAYNEVILLE − One day after being re-elected, an Alabama lawmaker has pleaded guilty to felony forgery charges, records in Lowndes County Circuit Court show. State Representative Kelvin Lawrence, 51, D-Hayneville, entered the plea to a forgery charge on Nov. 4, records show. The general election was Nov. 3. Lawrence did not return phone calls or emails seeking comment for this story. Lawrence represents District 69, which covers portions of Autauga, Lowndes, Montgomery and Wilcox counties. He was first elected to the post in 2014, according to his profile posted on the Alabama Legislature's website. Lawrence was charged in July 2024 with forgery and criminal possession of a forged instrument. The forgery charge Lawrence pleaded guilty to is a Class C felony, with a punishment range of one to 10 years in prison. The charges stem from Lawrence forging or altering a builder's license with the intent to defraud, court records show. He was sentenced to 12 months in prison, but had that sentence suspended when the judge allowed him the enter a pre-trial diversion program, court records show, Lawrence must complete 300 hours of community service at a court approved nonprofit organization, records show. If the community service requirement is

Alabama · 2d

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Photos: Boats, cars, tools and more up for bid in Alabama surplus auction

When and where can the public view auction items in Montgomery?. Boats, outboard motors, cars, tools, computers, furniture and other items will be available in Alabama’s latest online state surplus auction. The auction opens at 8 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, and bidding closes on a rolling basis through Sunday,...

Montgomery, AL · 23h

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Gov. Ivey announces Alabama’s Opportunity Zones, including one in Pike County

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has announced that more than 100 areas in Alabama have been approved as Alabama Opportunity Zones, including an area in Pike County. The Opportunity Zones Program encourages long-term private investment in economically distressed communities through tax incentives. A total of 141 newly approved Opportunity Zones in Alabama include 65 rural and 76 non-rural census tracts in 66 different counties, including Pike County. These new destinations go into effect on Jan. 1, 2027.

Alabama · 3d

Alabama's 42

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Alabama Department of Education posts 2025-26 report cards

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Alabama Department of Education has released report card scores for each school district in the 2025-2026 school year. Here is a list of scores for school systems in central Alabama: Alabama’s overall report card score was 88. Scores for individual schools can be found here.

Alabama · 19h

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Selma Links chapter to promote organ donation on National Donor Sabbath

The Selma (AL) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated will observe National Donor Sabbath on Nov. 15 with faith leaders to promote organ, eye, and tissue donation in an effort to save lives. “Every day, 17 people die waiting for an organ transplant,” said Dr. Patricia Kendrick Robinson, President of the...

Selma, AL · 22h

Only In Your State

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The Most Popular Thanksgiving Pie and Side Dish in Alabama

Thanksgiving in Alabama is measured in casserole dishes and pie plates, and every family has a lineup it defends with total conviction. Maybe your aunt’s dessert is the one everyone circles first, or there’s a side dish you’d happily fight a cousin over for the last spoonful. Either way, turkey rarely gets the final word. […]

Alabama · 1d

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Nearly 150 years on the land: Bridgeforth Farms shows rural Alabama what Black ownership can build

Limestone County family farm, founded by a formerly enslaved man in 1877, was a featured stop for national leaders weighing the future of rural land and power. In 1877, a formerly enslaved man named George Bridgeforth began farming in Limestone County. Nearly 150 years later, his family’s farm is one of the most successful Black-owned agricultural businesses in the South.

Limestone County, AL · 3d

WSFA

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Alabama liquor shortages renew calls for privatization

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - If you enjoy a cocktail after a long day’s work, it may be harder to come by right now. In a statement, the Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board confirmed reports of disrupted product shipments and shortages of popular products at both retail and wholesale locations across Alabama.

Alabama · 16h

WSFA

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Kilby Prison audit reveals 'sense of secrecy' within ADOC

A new state audit describes an underlying 'sense of secrecy' within the Alabama Department of Corrections.

Alabama · 1d

WSFA

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AT&T authorized to begin discontinuing landline service in parts of Alabama

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - AT&T can begin shutting off traditional copper landline service in dozens of Alabama towns starting Sunday, Nov. 15. According to AT&T’s filing with the Federal Communications Commission, parts of the following 25 Alabama communities could be impacted:. Bremen. Carbon Hill. Citronelle. Clayton. Cordova. Courtland. Dora.

Alabama · 1d

AL.com

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Conservation groups threaten to sue US Fish and Wildlife Service over rare Alabama fish

Three conservation organizations have notified the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service they intend to sue the agency over its failure to decide whether a rare Alabama fish species warrants federal protections. The Center for Biological Diversity, Alabama Rivers Alliance and Black Warrior Riverkeeper filed the notice Thursday, citing the agency’s...

Birmingham, AL · 1d

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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...

Alabama · 1d

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Edmund Ford Jr. ordered to Alabama federal prison after tax evasion sentence

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Former Shelby County Commissioner Edmund Ford Jr. has been ordered to report to a federal prison in Alabama by Dec. 3 to begin serving his sentence for tax evasion. According to an order filed Nov. 5 by U.S. District Judge Thomas L. Parker, Ford must surrender...

Shelby County, TN · 19h