Education Alabama road builders launch student heavy equipment training program Students gain access to simulator-based training and employer connections aimed at building Alabama’s future road and bridge workforce. Staff8 hours ago
Congress Sewell opens service academy nominations for Alabama students Eligible 7th District applicants have a November 18 deadline, with an information session planned Tuesday at Marion Military Institute. Wesley Walter1 day ago
Education Commission talks out-of-school education needs, career pathways A survey flagged affordability and limited STEM options as key issues, with officials discussing means of improving program links to apprenticeships. Wesley Walter3 days ago
Education Alabama Libraries face new pressure over transgender book ban Librarians pushed back after Amy Minton’s catalog searches flagged hundreds of titles, including books not shelved in youth sections. Jacob HolmesSeptember 18, 2026
Education Public charter commission OKs charter school merger, FY28 budget request The merger joined Birmingham-area health care and Bessemer aviation schools under one board following concerns over one school meeting projected enrollment. Wesley WalterSeptember 15, 2026
Education Governor approves Alabama’s first Workforce Pell program at Lawson State The 10-week lineworker course offered hands-on utility training and expanded Pell Grant access for students pursuing in-demand careers. Jacob HolmesSeptember 15, 2026
Education ACHE Commission holds September 2026 meeting Commissioners reviewed enrollment gains and advanced new academic programs across Alabama’s public colleges and universities. StaffSeptember 14, 2026
Education Smithsonian traveling exhibition “Americans” coming to Atmore’s Strand Theater The free exhibition will examine how American Indian images, stories and traditions shaped U.S. history, identity and popular culture. StaffSeptember 11, 2026
Education September is College Savings Month in Alabama Treasurer Young Boozer highlighted 529 plan tax benefits, flexible uses and early saving as families faced rising education costs. StaffSeptember 10, 2026
Education Ivey highlights Alabama family benefiting from CHOOSE Act The Birmingham students used education savings accounts to attend Miracle Academy, where their mother said both boys thrived. StaffSeptember 7, 2026