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The Cullman Tribune

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Bagwell, Sawyer win senior crowns

CULLMAN, Ala. – Belinda Bagwell was crowned 2026 Ms. Senior Cullman County, while Bonnie Sawyer took the 2026 Ms. Super Senior Cullman County crown Saturday, Nov. 7. The pageant was held in the Fairview High School auditorium. The pageant was open to “super seniors,” aged 70-79 and “seniors,” aged 60-69. Pageant Director Gidget Gregory said the sisterhood was definitely evident this year. “It was actually overheard backstage, one saying, ‘I hope she wins,’” Gregory said. “They all loved the American theme, with the touch of Dolly Parton added to it.” The ladies were scored in the categories of interview, fun fashion, active wear, evening gown and on-stage question. “There were five ladies competing in the Ms. Senior Cullman County division and three ladies competing in the Ms. Super Senior Cullman County division,” Gregory said. “We are so excited for the things to come. We plan to rest a few days and then get back at again with prepping with the new queens for state.” The pageant was founded by the late Betty Leeth Haynes. Gregory said after being crowned Ms. Senior Alabama in 1997, Haynes was inspired to give other ladies in Cullman County a similar opportunity. Thus the pageant

Cullman County, AL · 1d

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51 years after eliminating school segregation in its system, Russellville City Schools finally dismissed from decades-old lawsuit

A lawsuit filed more than 63 years ago against multiple boards of education in Alabama, including Russellville City Schools, was finally dismissed recently, even though the system has been in compliance for 50 years with the allegations raised against it. Anthony T. Lee, et al, along with the United States...

Russellville, AL · 1d
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Curry High wins first playoff game in 30 years

CURRY, Ala. (WBRC) - The Curry High School football team won its first playoff game in 30 years last week and will host a second-round game against Oneonta on Friday night. Curry is in year four under head coach Jace Cordell, who says his players have persevered after growing up hearing that you couldn’t win at Curry.

Jasper, AL · 17h
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allthingsmadison.com

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What Is KidStrong? A Firsthand Look at Madison, Alabama

What is KidStrong? Inside a Class at KidStrong Madison, Alabama. I can’t believe Madison has a KidStrong. I grew up in this town, and we never had anything close to it!. I took my 7-year-old daughter, Jillian, to give it a whirl, and she didn’t stop talking about it for two straight days!

Madison, AL · 2d
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Athens community says goodbye to historic Ferman Elmore Field

ATHENS, Ala. (WAFF) - Athens City Schools is preparing to replace an aging school building with a new facility. Community members gathered Sunday at Ferman Elmore Field for one last walk before it makes way for construction. Ferman Elmore Field was built in 1936. It has hosted football games, band...

Athens, AL · 3d

AL.com

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5 things to know about Round 2 of high school football playoffs in the Huntsville area

Here are five things to know about the second round of the 2026 high school football postseason in the Huntsville area.

Huntsville, AL · 23h

WHNT News 19

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Russellville City Schools announces early dismissal ahead of playoff game

Russellville City Schools has announced plans to dismiss schools early on Friday to give students time to travel to the high school's football playoff game.

Russellville, AL · 2d

speakinoutweeklynews.net

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From The Hill to the courtroom: AAMU alumni attorneys guide future lawyers

Four Alabama A&M University alumni attorneys returned to campus Thursday, Nov. 5, to share the lessons that shaped their legal careers with students considering law school. The “AAMU to the Courtroom” speaker series, hosted by the Office of Career and Workforce Development at the AAMU Welcome Center, featured state Rep. Ontario Tillman of House District 56, a partner at Maxwell Tillman + Coleman Law Firm; Eric Hewlett, owner of Hewlett Law Firm, P.C.; Rochelle A. Conley, AAMU’s vice president and general counsel; and Lula Cole, an attorney-mediator with Cole Law Group PC. Karla Miller, director of Career and Workforce Development, moderated.

Huntsville, AL · 2d

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 · 1d

ABC 33/40 News

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BCS considers $606,495 plan to address eight teacher vacancies with remote instruction

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Birmingham City Schools is considering spending $606,495.60 in state funds to place certified teachers in eight vacant positions at five schools. The teachers would lead lessons remotely while long-term substitutes remain in the classrooms to help students. Proximity Learning would provide the live, online instruction. The...

Birmingham, AL · 1d

WAFF

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Hulgan scores 33 as Plainview girls defeat defending state champion Hazel Green

HAZEL GREEN, Ala. (WAFF) - Sawyer Kate Hulgan scored 33 points in her senior opener as Plainview defeated defending Class 6A state champion Hazel Green 57-29. The Bears jumped out to a 17-6 lead after the first quarter. Hazel Green held Plainview to six points in the second quarter, but the Bears pulled away in the second half to start the season 1-0.

Hazel Green, AL · 12h

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 · 1d

retrofitmagazine.com

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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 · 3d

theredstonerocket.com

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Fourth graders experience space at US Space & Rocket Center

Huntsville City Schools’ fourth graders have soared further into their education in collaboration with the U.S. Space & Rocket Center. This effort was completed last week through the “Mission: 4th Grade” series. “It began with a conversation Caty Stokes, our museum programs manager, and Holly McCarty, a...

Huntsville, AL · 1d

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North Alabama high school football officials present awards, share laughs from season

The North Alabama high school football officials celebrated another successful year at their annual end-of-season banquet Nov. 3 in the Rocket City Tavern in Redstone Gateway. About 20 of the 104 members of the North Alabama Football Officials Association have some affiliation to Redstone Arsenal. They call games for schools in Madison, Limestone and Blount counties.

Madison, AL · 1d

birminghamtimes.com

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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 · 1d

thehomewoodstar.com

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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 · 21h

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 · 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 · 1d

vestaviavoice.com

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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 · 1d