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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

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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

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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

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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 · 3d

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

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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

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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 · 4d

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Cavaliers settle into new home among state’s top private programs

John Carroll Catholic High School’s basketball teams spent last winter in Class 5A, Area 9 with Wenonah, Sipsey Valley and Northside. This winter looks nothing like it. The AHSAA’s split of public and private schools placed the Cavaliers in Private Class AA, Area 3 with Briarwood, American Christian and Indian Springs. In Double-A, the area tournament only determines seeding, and all four teams advance to a regional.

Birmingham, AL · 2d

The Trussville Tribune

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Trussville City Schools set to name Dr. Tiffany Hamilton as new assistant superintendent

by Scott Buttram, publisher TRUSSVILLE — Trussville City Schools has selected Dr. Tiffany Hamilton as its new assistant superintendent for teaching and learning, the district announced Tuesday. The appointment will require approval from the TCS Board. Superintendent Dr. Patrick Martin said Hamilton rose to the top of a strong candidate pool. “I am very excited […]

Trussville, AL · 3d

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Auburn University’s New Urban Campus Blends History with Contemporary Academic Vitality

In downtown Birmingham, Ala., a 1914 architectural artifact found a second life as a vibrant satellite campus for Auburn University. Designed by Architect Harry Wheelock as the Hood & Wheeler Furniture Company building and later known as the Hood-McPherson Building, the 6-story structure served as a furniture showroom for more than seven decades.

Birmingham, AL · 5d

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Depth, togetherness define Lady Rebels’ senior-led roster

Evie Black has a theory about how the Vestavia Hills High School girls basketball team will be judged this winter. “I think if people watch us play, they’re going to see all of our names and it’s not really going to ring a bell,” Black, a senior forward, said at the Under the Lights Basketball Media Day on Oct. 19. “We don’t have any huge names, but I think when they watch us play, they’ll say, ‘Wow, that team played so incredibly together and that’s why they won.’ That would be probably the biggest accomplishment for me.”

Vestavia Hills, AL · 3d

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John Carroll retires No. 22 jersey in honor of Principal Ronald Steele

John Carroll Catholic High School honored Principal Ronald “Coach” Steele on Oct. 30 by retiring the No. 22 basketball jersey he wore during his standout career with the Cavaliers. Members of the senior class led the celebration, recognizing Steele for his four years as principal as well as...

Birmingham, AL · 6d

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BCS seeks another $250K for tutoring after board member criticizes results

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Birmingham City Schools is seeking another $250,000 for its high-dosage tutoring partnership with United Way of Central Alabama after a board member criticized the program’s results. The district’s proposal would fund operations through May 31, 2027, and add digital session tracking, monthly school visits and...

Birmingham, AL · 4d

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Spectrum and The HISTORY Channel Bring Take a Veteran to School Day to Pleasant Grove Elementary

Last week Spectrum hosted Take a Veteran to School Day at Pleasant Grove Elementary School. Take a Veteran to School Day is The HISTORY Channel’s popular public affairs outreach program, connecting veterans from all walks of life with students in schools and communities nationwide. In 2026, schools nationwide are participating. As part of this campaign, The HISTORY Channel offers participating schools curriculum-based educational materials at www.veterans.com as well as short videos and additional resources, all provided free-of-charge.

Pleasant Grove, AL · 3d

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Bucs reload with length, captains who waited their turn

A year ago, plenty of people figured the Hoover High School boys basketball team had finally run out of steam. The Buccaneers had won three straight Class 7A championships and graduated the core of the 35-0 team that finished the run. Instead of fading, Hoover went 25-11, won two games at the Northeast Regional, beat Fairhope in the state semifinals and played Tuscaloosa County for a fourth consecutive title before falling 65-54.

Hoover, AL · 4d

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Young Lady Patriots lean on year two in Harlow’s system

Jason Harlow has been a head coach for 18 years, and the Homewood High School girls basketball team he took over last season was the youngest he had ever coached. This year’s edition does not have a single senior. “The good news is this year’s team is not the...

Homewood, AL · 3d

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Rebels bring back experience, maturity after area title run

The Vestavia Hills High School boys basketball team was 0-3 last November. By February, the Rebels were area champions. That turnaround is the backdrop for a season in which Vestavia Hills returns its two leading figures and a senior class that has grown up together in the program. “Last year...

Vestavia Hills, AL · 4d

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Shelby County falls at Eufaula to finish season

EUFAULA – The Shelby County Wildcats did not repeat last season’s road heroics to open the playoffs, but a solid effort to finish closed out a memorable career for the Class of 2027. The Eufaula Tigers defeated Shelby County 35-14 on Nov. 6 at Eufaula High School in...

Eufaula, AL · 7d

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Gadsden City football ending 2026 season with hope for what's ahead

TRUSSVILLE — Sam Sollie and Dylan Perry did about all they could do in Gadsden City football's attempt to pull off a surprise win over Hewitt-Trussville to open the AHSAA playoffs on Friday, Nov. 6. The Titans raced out to an 11-point lead in the second quarter, as Sollie threw for two scores and the Titan defense was able to force back-to-back interceptions to set up the scoring drives. The Titans took a 4-point lead into the half as thoughts of an upset started to go through the visitor sideline. The second half saw a shootout ensue, with Sollie finding Perry on three touchdowns, from 59, 54 and 29 yards out but ultimately Jack Floyd was able to lift the Huskies to a 38-35 win with a three-touchdown night of his own. Sollie threw for 274 yards, 166 of those to Perry as the defense forced three turnovers. "We missed a lot of opportunities tonight," Gadsden City coach Ali Smith said. "I felt like we left a lot of points out there. We missed a lot of tackles, but its things we can build on. Pretty much everyone on the offense and defensive side will be back next year." The

Gadsden, AL · 7d

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Brock’s Gap teacher earns national award for special education

HOOVER – A Brock’s Gap Intermediate School teacher is receiving national recognition for her work supporting students with special needs. Christy Bain has been named a recipient of the 2026 Outstanding Special Education Teacher Award by the National Association of Special Education Teachers. Bain is one of only 12 special education teachers nationwide selected for the honor this year and the only educator from Alabama to receive the award.

Hoover, AL · 5d