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The Gadsden Times

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Previewing the top Round 2 AHSAA high school football games in Gadsden, plus predictions

High school football postseason has returned to the Gadsden area , and there are plenty of big-time matchups set for Round 1 this weekend. Nine Gadsden teams are left in the postseason, after six teams saw their season come to a close. Just two of those teams are in Etowah County with Etowah traveling to Plainview and Westbrook Christian hosting Whitesburg Christian, with a chance to advance to the Private A semifinals on the line. Each week of the season, Gadsden Times sports reporter Maxwell Donaldson has picked and previewed games in the area. This week, he takes a look at each game in Etowah County and picks 10 others. Max went 12-3 on his Round 1 picks, moving to 53-16 this season. Game of the Week: Collinsville (9-2) at Piedmont (10-1) What Ernie Willingham said: "(Piedmont) got a good team. They are really really fast. They played a tough schedule so they are battle tested. They can throw it and run, really fast on offense and defense. They are a really good team." What Jonathan Miller said: "They are a veteran team. They got a very good skill group on offense. A lot of experience on that side of

Gadsden, AL · 2d

ABC 33/40 News

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Birmingham City Schools score rises to 79, but three schools still earn F grades

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Birmingham City Schools raised its score on Alabama’s latest state report card to 79, a two-point increase from the previous year. The district remains at a C, and Superintendent Mark Sullivan said it is six-tenths of a point away from a B. The district’s overall...

Birmingham, AL · 1d
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Gadsden State recognizes four employees with Chancellor’s Awards

Gadsden State Community College has recognized four employees with its 2026 Chancellor’s Awards, honoring their contributions to student success, leadership and service to the college. The annual awards recognize employees in four categories: Academic Faculty, Technical Faculty, Administrator and Staff Member. Recipients are selected for their dedication to excellence...

Gadsden, AL · 8h
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Trojans surge past Oxford, host Boaz in Round 2

Muscle Shoals added another postseason win to its program history by topping Oxford 31-14 in the opening round of the AHSAA Class 5A playoffs. Though the Trojans only led 10-7 at halftime, a second-half offensive surge powered the team past the Yellow Jackets. An 88-yard touchdown run by Lincoln Smothers...

Muscle Shoals, AL · 1d
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birminghamtimes.com

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Following Years of Progress, Birmingham School Board Gives Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan Favorable Evaluation

The Birmingham Board of Education on Tuesday gave Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan a favorable annual review in an evaluation weighted heavily toward measurable outcomes for students and Birmingham City Schools. Board member Leticia Harvill, who chairs the superintendent’s evaluation committee, said Sullivan met expectations on both the district’s measurable achievements...

Birmingham, AL · 15h

Shelby Reporter

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Shelby County Schools receives straight A’s for fourth consecutive year

SHELBY COUNTY — For the fourth year in a row, Shelby County Schools has received an A on its state report card from the Alabama State Department of Education. The district received an overall 92, exceeding the statewide average of 88, according to the results released Thursday, Nov. 12.

Shelby County, AL · 11h

Shelby Reporter

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Shelby County High School boys basketball coach looking to continue upward trend in third season

COLUMBIANA— Shelby County High School boys basketball coach Chase Cornelius is looking to continue the upward trend as he starts his third season with the Wildcats. During Cornelius’ first season, the team ended with a 7-22 record. Last year, they finished 19-15. According to Coach Cornelius, the improvement comes from dynamic talent on the court, as well as the passion and drive he sees from his players on a daily basis.

Shelby County, AL · 10h

Alabama's 42

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Birmingham City Schools sees two-point increase on state report card

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Birmingham City Schools is showing continued improvement on Alabama’s latest state report card, earning a score of 79 for the 2025-2026 school year. Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan announced the district’s score Thursday, marking a two-point increase from the previous school year’s score of 77. District leaders say the improvement reflects work […]

Birmingham, AL · 1d

Shelby Reporter

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Calera High School cheerleaders win state championship

CALERA— On Nov. 9, Calera High School varsity cheerleaders were crowned the state champions of the 2026 AHSAA 5A small varsity gameday division. The team celebrated bringing the title back to their hometown by wearing brand new gold medals around their necks. In light of the championship, Calera High...

Calera, AL · 2d

The Cullman Tribune

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PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Good Hope, Vinemont and Addison to host playoff games as Cold Springs visits Lexington

CULLMAN, Ala. – Vinemont will play for its first state quarterfinal berth since 1993 on Friday, Nov. 13, when Fayette County visits for the first football meeting between the schools. Good Hope also gets its first home game of the postseason, against ninth-ranked Deshler. Cold Springs travels to Lexington for a meeting of 10-win teams, and unbeaten Addison hosts Sulligent with their all-time series tied at three wins apiece. All four second-round games in the Alabama High School Athletic Association playoffs kick off at 7 p.m. Central. Rankings are from the Alabama Sports Writers Association’s final regular-season poll. Class 4A — No. 9 Deshler (9-2) at Good Hope (8-3) Good Hope and Deshler meet for the first time Friday at James W. Shabel Stadium. The Tigers went 7-0 in Region 7, including a 55-14 win at West Point, and held Central of Clay County to one touchdown in a 24-7 first-round victory. The Raiders earned their home date with a 24-21 double-overtime win at Fairfield. Parker Johnson’s 15-yard touchdown run helped Good Hope build a 14-0 lead, but Fairfield tied the game in regulation and answered Karson Hollis’ touchdown in the first overtime. An interception on Fairfield’s next possession gave

Cullman, AL · 1d

Shelby Reporter

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Spain Park, Thompson stars make football North-South All-Star Classic

MONTGOMERY – Five locals from Shelby County schools have been tabbed by the Alabama High School Athletic Directors and Coaches Association for the upcoming 2026 edition of the North-South All-Star Classic. Spain Park’s Jaylen Bates and Jonathan Roberto as well as Thompson’s CJ Cowley, Wes Gover and Conner Williams...

Hoover, AL · 1d

The Trussville Tribune

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Hewitt-Trussville blanks Gadsden City 30-0, advances to flag football quarterfinals

By John Goolsby, Prep Sports Editor GADSDEN — Hewitt-Trussville shut out Gadsden City 30-0 in the second round of the flag football playoffs Tuesday night. The Lady Huskies (12-4) have won nine of their last 10 games. Peerson Waller got Hewitt on the board first with an interception for a touchdown on Gadsden City’s second […]

Gadsden, AL · 1d

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Football Friday: Lions, Jags ready for round 2

Friday night means gameday for the local high school football teams, and Under the Lights is back to cover Football Friday. Briarwood and Spain Park are back in action Friday night, as both play in the second round of the playoffs. For updates throughout Friday night and all season, follow...

Hoover, AL · 1d

thehomewoodstar.com

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Eight Homewood athletes recognized on Signing Day

Eight Homewood High School athletes signed to continue their careers at the college level during a ceremony Wednesday, the first day of the early signing period. Baseball led the way with three signees. Jackson Chapleau signed with LSU-New Orleans, James Eady with Wallace State Community College in Hanceville and George Brockwell with Sewanee.

Homewood, AL · 2d

Shelby Reporter

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Hoover council rejects Valleydale self-storage proposal, approves Trinity school

HOOVER– The Hoover City Council rejected a proposed self-storage facility on Valleydale Road Monday night, despite a series of concessions from the developer aimed at easing concerns from nearby residents. In a separate land-use decision, the council unanimously approved a conditional-use request allowing Trinity Classical Academy to operate a...

Hoover, AL · 3d

ABC 33/40 News

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Hoover approves church school after religious freedom dispute

HOOVER, Ala. (WBMA) — A Hoover church has received approval to operate a private Christian school on its property following months of discussions over religious freedom, city regulations and building safety requirements. The Hoover City Council approved a conditional use permit Monday, Nov. 9, allowing Trinity Classical Academy to...

Hoover, AL · 1d

vestaviavoice.com

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Football Friday: Rebels head to Sparkman

Friday night means gameday for the local high school football teams, and Under the Lights is back to cover Football Friday. Vestavia Hills travels north to Sparkman for the second round of the Class 6A playoffs. For updates throughout Friday nights and all season, follow sports editor Kyle Parmley on...

Vestavia Hills, AL · 1d

thesamfordcrimson.com

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Federal loan limits reshape graduate degrees

Sheri Garrett knows many of Cumberland School of Law’s newest students by name. “I consider each one of them an image bearer of Christ,” said Garrett, the law school’s One Stop adviser. “Money is a very sensitive thing to talk about.”. That conversation got harder this...

Birmingham, AL · 2d

The Trussville Tribune

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Tribune area schools show improvement on state report cards

by Scott Buttram, publisher TRUSSVILLE — If local educators in the Tribune’s nine city coverage area seem to be smiling a little brighter today, there are an abundance of good reasons for the joy. A review of state report cards for Tribune area schools shows significant improvement over the previous year. Below, you will find […]

Trussville, AL · 1d

hooversun.com

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Praise erupts as Hoover council OKs private K-8 school on Alabama 119

The Hoover City Council chambers turned into a worship center briefly Monday night after the council approved a request to allow Trinity Presbyterian Church to put its new K-8 school on the church property along Alabama 119. Once the council meeting was over, a host of students from Trinity Classical...

Hoover, AL · 3d