State PCI chair talks gambling potential, tribal growth and helping Alabamians CEO Stephanie Bryan said PCI is growing rapidly but that the tribe remains focused on Alabama and helping the people of the state. Josh Moon17 hours ago
Education Kathy Murphy named new president of Wallace Community College in Dothan Murphy’s move to Dothan will end a 4-year stint as president at Gadsden State, a role she accepted in January 2021. StaffMay 16, 2025
State Gulf State Park Campground receives national recognition The popular Gulf State Park campground in Alabama was named one of the nation's top 10 RV destinations by USA TODAY readers. StaffMay 15, 2025
State Chewacla State Park dedicates new, state-of-the-art playground Local government and tourism officials joined State Parks personnel to cut a ceremonial ribbon. StaffMay 14, 2025
Education Charter commission talks HBCU collaborations, hears school proposals The commission approved Ignite Academy and Under the Oaks, denied Invictus and AAHS’s Birmingham replication, and considered HBCU-charter partnerships. Wesley WalterMay 13, 2025
State ADAI encourages horse owners to vaccinate for Eastern Equine Encephalitis, West Nile Virus Most cases occur during mosquito season, which starts in the summer and continues through fall. StaffMay 8, 2025
Infrastructure Leaders celebrate economic benefits of new EV charging station in Orange Beach The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs provided funding for construction of the EV charging station. StaffMay 8, 2025
State Rescheduled APLS meeting raises concerns about public participation, representation Numerous people looking to sign up for public comment were surprised to have their requests denied. Jacob HolmesMay 7, 2025
Congress Britt reintroduces the MOMS Act The bill seeks to expand resources offered by the federal government for expecting and postpartum mothers. Wesley WalterMay 7, 2025
Infrastructure Mobile River Bridge project advances as ALDOT, KMT begin pre-construction work Ed Austin, ALDOT chief engineer, called the development a major milestone. StaffMay 7, 2025
Education In Spanish Fort, LGBTQ picture books housed in adult section Minors must be 18 or have parental approval to access YA and adult titles like Hunger Games and Bathe the Cat. Jacob HolmesMay 6, 2025