News ALGOP promotes Burniston to dual role in communications and legislative affairs Jeannie Negrón Burniston will help shape the Party’s 2026 policy agenda while continuing to lead its media and messaging strategy. Staff14 hours ago
Education Alabama Library Association slams APLS board’s “dismissive” tone ALLA also questioned the board's procedure for defining "sexually explicit" and urged them to withdraw the memo. Jacob HolmesMay 19, 2025
Education Moms for Liberty calls for APLS board to help get librarians fired Moms for Liberty of Madison County is urging the Alabama Public Library Service to develop a policy to terminate noncompliant librarians. Jacob HolmesMay 19, 2025
State Fairhope Mayor Sherry Sullivan elected President of Alabama League of Municipalities Sullivan will represent over 450 cities and towns, advocating for local governments across Alabama, with Riverside Mayor Rusty Jessup as VP. StaffMay 19, 2025
Public safety Opinion | The heart of public safety: Investing in law enforcement for a safer Alabama Public safety is the most critical component of a successful community, and sadly, we have areas in our state that are struggling with violent... Nathaniel LedbetterMay 16, 2025
State Poarch Band of Creek Indians plan new approach to avoid old gambling debate pitfalls To overcome the typical gaming obstacles and finally get a gambling bill passed, the Poarch Creek Indians are taking a new approach. Josh MoonMay 16, 2025
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