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Education Alabama A&M welcomes record number of new students The university hosted a grand ceremony to greet incoming freshmen, transfer students, and international students. StaffAugust 12, 2024
Education Preliminary number of third graders set to repeat grade released The Alabama Board of Education discussed the summer testing scores and the current projected number of third graders to be held back this year. Mary Claire WootenAugust 9, 2024
State SPLC joins Alabama Divine Nine “Catalyst for Change” Convening This event emphasizes social action and community empowerment, core principles of the nine historically Black sororities and fraternities. StaffAugust 9, 2024
Infrastructure EPA awards loan for Birmingham infrastructure upgrades The EPA awarded Birmingham Water Works a $171 million loan to upgrade infrastructure, enhance water quality and reduce main breaks. Mary Claire WootenAugust 8, 2024
State Admission to Drive Electric Alabama EV Summit in Birmingham, owners can get discount The 2024 Drive Electric Alabama EV Summit will bring leading automotive, research and energy experts to Birmingham. StaffAugust 8, 2024
State Gov. Ivey makes appointments to newly established Alabama Workforce Board This marks a major milestone in the implementation of the Working for Alabama legislative package. StaffAugust 7, 2024
Prisons Alabama’s second execution using nitrogen hypoxia to proceed Alabama inmate Alan Eugene Miller reached an agreement with the state and his execution, using nitrogen hypoxia, is slated for next month. Mary Claire WootenAugust 6, 2024
State Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant celebrates 50 years of service The plant generates up to 3,954 MW, enough to power more than 2 million homes and businesses across the Tennessee Valley region. StaffAugust 1, 2024
Health Alabama launches new physician training program to address doctor shortage Qualified applicants will receive a permit to practice medicine under an Alabama-licensed physician. StaffAugust 1, 2024
State Clay County resident indicted on charges of absentee ballot fraud Terry Heflin of Clay County has been charged with seven felony counts of absentee ballot fraud. StaffAugust 1, 2024