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thesamfordcrimson.com
Students petition for removal of Flock cameras from Samford’s campus
A student-led petition calling for the removal of Flock security cameras from Samford University’s campus has gained more than 250 signatures since its creation Thursday, Oct. 8, raising new questions about student privacy and university spending. The petition, titled “DeFlocking Samford’s Campus,” was created by students Jackson Gill and...
hooversun.com
Melody Miles 5K puts Hoover High choir students along the race route
Hoover High School will host the Melody Miles 5K on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 8-11 a.m. as a fundraiser for the school's choir program. The event includes an officially timed 5K and a 1-mile fun run, both beginning and ending at Hoover High School. More than 200 students participate in the school's eight choirs, and student singers will provide live music and encouragement along the race route.
HPCwire
Fifteen US Universities Form Southeast AI Computing Consortium
Oct. 12, 2026 — The University of Alabama is a founding partner in the Southeast Region Super-Intelligence Computing Consortium, bringing together 15 universities across 10 states to accelerate research and innovation through collaboration and shared resources. Artificial intelligence is already transforming university research in the United States and around...
USA TODAY
cahabasun.com
Huskies face stiff October slate as playoff picture takes shape
Hewitt-Trussville High School’s football team opened Class 6A, Region 3 play in September against Hoover, Tuscaloosa County and Prattville. The second half of the region schedule will go a long way toward determining playoff seeding, with Thompson, Vestavia Hills and Spain Park among the region’s more established programs on the back half of the slate.
Village Living
watchtheyard.com
Meet Mister and Miss Miles College (2026-2027): Trace Spann and Kendall Townsend
HBCU Kings and Queens carry more than a title. They carry the culture, the history, and the pride of their entire campus every time they step onto the yard. That is why we at Watch The Yard are launching a new series dedicated to introducing you to the leaders wearing the crown this year, continuing with Miles College.
AL.com
Shelby Reporter
No. 1 Briarwood blanks John Carroll, improves to 8-0
NORTH SHELBY – The No. 1 Briarwood Christian Lions used an overpowering running game and a stifling defense in a 48-0 Class Double AA, Region 2 victory over the John Carroll Catholic Cavaliers on Friday night at Lions Pride Stadium. The Lions (8-0, 5-0) rushed for 325 yards in...
cahabasun.com
Huskies open new region slate against familiar foes in September
Hewitt-Trussville High School’s football team opened its season on the road at Auburn before returning home to host Hillcrest-Tuscaloosa, and the Huskies now turn to region play. Three familiar region opponents kick off Hewitt-Trussville’s Region 3 slate in September before an open date closes out the month. SEPT....
anglerschannel.com
B.A.S.S. announces 2027 Bassmaster College, High School andJunior Series schedules
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — B.A.S.S. has announced the 2027 Bassmaster College, High School and Junior Series schedules, featuring tournaments on some of the nation’s premier bass fisheries and providing young anglers with opportunities to compete on a national stage while developing their skills and gaining valuable tournament experience. The...
librarytechnology.org
Tufts University, University of Alabama at Birmingham, University of Arkansas to Join Association of Research Libraries
The membership of the Association of Research Libraries (ARL) voted at its Fall 2026 Association Meeting to invite the libraries of Tufts University, the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), and the University of Arkansas to join ARL, effective January 1, 2027. Dorothy Meaney, director of the Tisch Library at...
thehomewoodstar.com
Homewood council may vote on new Samford University housing Monday
The Homewood City Council will hold public hearings on Monday, Oct. 12, on two of the city’s larger pending developments: “The Woods,” a proposed golf-oriented outdoor entertainment venue in West Homewood, and Samford University’s proposed South Campus student housing. The Woods is planned for 504 and...