Education New director to lead high performance computing and data center at UA Fernanda Foertter joined UA, bringing over a decade of experience in computing, AI and research support to the new HPC center. StaffSeptember 24, 2025
News Launch Regional Partnership names Jim Page as interim executive director Launch, founded in 2015, completed a new strategic plan known as the Roadmap for the Region, expanding its scope through collaboration. StaffSeptember 24, 2025
News Gulf State Park’s Cindy Langston receives Island Spirit Award Cindy Langston, Gulf State Park events coordinator, was honored with the Island Spirit Award for her dedication and hospitality. StaffSeptember 24, 2025
Education A&M President Wims testifies before Congress on agriculture, food security threats President Daniel K. Wims calls for stronger funding, research, and innovation to protect America’s farmers and food supply from emerging risks. StaffSeptember 23, 2025
Municipal elections Native Mobilian and Congressman Sanford Bishop endorses Barbara Drummond for mayor Bishop drew on his connection to his hometown to make the case for Drummond, calling her record of public service “unmatched.” StaffSeptember 23, 2025
Elections Sen. Jabo Waggoner to seek a new term in the Alabama Senate Alabama's longest-serving lawmaker announced he will seek another term. StaffSeptember 23, 2025
Elections Alabama Forestry Association endorses Garrett Dixon and Cindy Myrex The endorsements come before special elections in House District 38 and House District 12. StaffSeptember 23, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell votes against “partisan” Republican spending bill Sewell opposed the Republican spending bill, criticizing its impact on healthcare, veterans' benefits and education. StaffSeptember 22, 2025
Local news Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed addresses weekend violence Reed called for accountability and a collective commitment to peace after weekend violence left families grieving. StaffSeptember 22, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell congratulates Selma teacher being named National Civics Teacher of the Year Veronica Pitts was recognized for her dedication to students and her work building the next generation of civic leaders, activists and change agents. StaffSeptember 19, 2025