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NexPoint Materials Shutting Lowndes County Plastics Plant, Shifting Work to Indiana

NexPoint Materials plans to close its polycarbonate resin and compounding plant in Lowndes County, Alabama, near the end of the first quarter of 2027, shifting that production to its facility in Mount Vernon, Indiana. The move will see the company transfer its Lexan-brand polycarbonate materials production out of the state entirely, ending decades of manufacturing at the site.

Lowndes County, AL · 2d
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Man found dead inside submerged car in Prattville

Prattville police are investigating an apparent drowning after a man was found dead inside a submerged vehicle Friday night.

Prattville, AL · 6h
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The Montgomery Advertiser

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6 Alabama inventions that changed everyday life

Think about the last time you drove through a rainstorm , called 911 or watched a rocket launch . You might not realize it, but Alabama connects to all three. The state has a rich history of invention and innovation. Its contributions include an early version of the modern windshield wiper, the first operational 911 emergency telephone system in the United States and technology that helped carry American astronauts to the moon. Some of these breakthroughs were developed in Alabama. Others came from people in the state who went on to change their respective industries. Here are six inventions and innovations with Alabama connections that helped shape the world around us. 1. The windshield wiper Driving in rain and snow was a challenge before windshield wipers became standard. Mary Anderson, born in Greene County, Alabama, noticed a streetcar operator struggling to see through a snow-covered windshield during a visit to New York City. Her solution was a lever-operated arm with a rubber blade that cleared the glass. Anderson patented her design in 1903, helping establish the concept behind a device millions of drivers now use. 2. The first 911 call The nation’s first 911 call came from Haleyville, Alabama, on

Alabama · 18h

High School On SI

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Alabama High School Football Playoff Brackets: Scores, Updated Matchups for Nov. 12-14

Updated 2026 Alabama high school football playoff brackets for all eight AHSAA classes, with first-round scores, Nov. 13 matchups and state finals dates.

Alabama · 12h

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You Won’t Believe The Best Ribs In The South Are Hiding At This Tiny Alabama Roadside Shack

Nobody hides treasure in a fancy box, and Cooter Brown’s Rib Shack in Jacksonville, Alabama proves that point with every single rack of ribs that comes off the smoker. The moment you catch that first wave of smoke drifting across the parking lot, you’ll understand why people drive from multiple counties away just to eat here.

Jacksonville, AL · 23h

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Alabama ABC distribution issues affect local businesses

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT)— Alcohol distribution issues with the Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board are creating challenges for some businesses across the state, leaving some struggling to keep products in stock while others say they’re having to put in extra effort to keep up with demand. Alabama is one of 17 alcohol control states, meaning restaurants, […]

Alabama · 2d

The Montgomery Advertiser

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Newsweek names Alabama’s best nursing homes for 2027

Families searching for quality nursing home care in Alabama may have a new resource. Newsweek’s America’s Best Nursing Homes 2027 ranking recognizes nursing homes nationwide based on several measures of performance , professional recommendations, accreditation and satisfaction. The rankings evaluate facilities in three size categories, small, medium and large, allowing nursing homes to be compared with others of similar size. Three Alabama nursing homes lead their respective categories in the 2027 rankings. What are the best nursing homes in Alabama? Newsweek’s rankings identify the highest-performing nursing homes in each size category. The Alabama facilities recognized at the top of their respective categories include: Best large nursing home in Alabama: Rehab Select at Albertville Location : Albertville Certified beds : 159 Accepts both Medicare and Medicaid Continuing care retirement community : No Rehab Select offers rehabilitation services for patients recovering from strokes, heart conditions, respiratory illnesses, orthopedic procedures and other surgeries. Its services include physical, occupational and speech therapy, physician-led wound care and 24-hour skilled nursing care. Best medium nursing home in Alabama: Fayette Medical Center—Long Term Care Unit Location : Fayette Certified beds : 122 Accepts both Medicare and Medicaid Continuing care retirement community : No Fayette Medical Center offers

Alabama · 2d

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9 Alabama Meat Markets Where Locals Fill Their Freezers Without Emptying Their Wallets

One butcher shop on this list makes its own hot dogs, bacon, and brats on site, with no preservatives. Another sells pig tails, chitlins, and tripe right beside the steaks. I love that kind of range. These aren’t fancy boutiques with tiny portions. They’re Alabama butcher counters built for people...

Alabama · 2d

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Alabama RB brings out the belt during LSU victory celebration

Alabama football took down the LSU Tigers 31-13 in Death Valley, and one running back was seen utilizing a belt during his celebration with teammates and fans on the sideline. This celebration is not a new one in the world of sports as it’s come on strong over the last year or two. Daniel Hill is the latest to make an emphatic statement with the “Belt to Ass” celebration after an important win.

Baton Rouge, LA · 1d

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7 Alabama Dog Bite Rules That Leave Owners Paying

If your dog bites someone in Alabama, a health officer can order a 10-day quarantine, and you could be paying for it. That’s on top of whatever the person who was bitten asks for. Here are the Alabama dog bite rules that leave owners paying. Note: This is general...

Alabama · 1d

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Bernard’s Honored as Alabama’s 2026 Gold Retailer of the Year

When Rusty Richardson accepted the Alabama Retail Association’s 2026 Gold Retailer of the Year award on November 5, he could have spent his time reflecting on decades of business success. Instead, he talked about the people. He thanked his wife, Elizabeth, who had nominated him for the award without...

Jasper, AL · 2d

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7 Things Alabama Drivers Can Get Ticketed for That Feel Completely Legal

You switch on the wipers when the rain picks up and figure that’s all you need to do. But Alabama law requires lit headlights anytime your wipers are in use because of rain, sleet or snow. These are the things Alabama drivers can get ticketed for that feel completely...

Alabama · 2d

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Governor-Elect Tuberville Names Jordan Doufexis as Chief of Staff

MONTGOMERY – Governor-elect Tommy Tuberville today announced that Jordan Doufexis, his current Chief of Staff in the United States Senate, will serve as Chief of Staff to the Governor. The appointment marks the first official personnel announcement from Tuberville's Golden Age Transition Team. As Tuberville's Senate Chief of Staff,...

Montgomery, AL · 2d

Gadget Review

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Alabama Power Cut Down His Old-Growth Oaks While the Condemnation Lawsuit Was Still in Court!

Alabama Power cleared 200-plus yards of Fenn Church's Calera oaks during an active condemnation appeal, raising questions about landowner notice rights.

Alabama · 2d

AL.com

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2026 Alabama high school football playoffs: AHSAA state championships schedule and where to watch

If you purchase a product through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. November has arrived and the Alabama High School Athletic Association football state tournament fields are set for venues throughout the state. Teams across the eight AHSAA football classifications will take the gridiron and battle for state championship trophies up for grabs in December in Mobile. (2025 AHSAA football state champions are listed below.)

Alabama · 2d

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Parole results for Nov. 3-5

Results of hearings held by the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles for Nov. 3-5 are available. See below for a list of those who were denied or approved:. John Walter Johnson - Baldwin, Montgomery - Denied. Charles Bradley Sullivan - Montgomery - Denied. Lamar Williams - Perry - Denied.

Alabama · 2d

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Carroll @ Selma (4A Playoffs) | 2026 Week 11

SELMA, Ala. (WTVY) - The Carroll Eagles (6-4) are back in the playoffs for the first time since 2023 and will try to keep their season alive on the road against the Selma Saints (9-1). FINAL SCORE: Selma 48 - Carroll 8. Download the WTVY News4 app to get alerts...

Selma, AL · 1d

Yellowhammer News

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Alabama Sustainable Agriculture Network works to keep the farmers behind Alabama’s food from being overlooked

Everyone at the table is amazed by the chef. Alan Gurganus wants you to look at the vegetables on the plate instead—and at the farmer who made them possible. Before the menu was planned, the farmer was already thinking several steps ahead. “They had to know months in advance what the chef wanted to do,” […] The post Alabama Sustainable Agriculture Network works to keep the farmers behind Alabama’s food from being overlooked appeared first on Yellowhammer News .

Alabama · 1d

takingthekids.com

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This Alabama Lakeside Fish House Serves Seriously Good Seafood In Huge Portions

One dish on this menu is called the World’s Largest Seafood Platter. That name alone tells you how this place feels about portions. Before your main plate even lands, warm cornbread shows up in a little skillet. Coleslaw and pickled onions come right along with it, and they’re free.

Guntersville, AL · 2d

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Democrats may not have won Alabama’s top state races, but they led in many of the most populous counties

CAMPAIGN 2026 (WAKA) – In the aftermath of Campaign 2026, unofficial election results show that once again, Democratic candidates lost the top races in Alabama, they finished on top in many of the state’s most populous counties. That would be no surprise in Jefferson (Birmingham) and Montgomery counties,...

Alabama · 11h