Local news Birmingham’s historic A.G. Gaston Motel completes Phase 1 of restoration Phase 2 restoration is currently underway on the exterior of the 1968 wing and courtyard of the motel. John H. GlennMarch 11, 2021
Legislature Bill to allow local tax dollars to follow the child to a charter school advances Some members of the committee were troubled that local public schools might be harmed by this. Brandon MoseleyMarch 11, 2021
Legislature Bill to exempt airports from sales and use taxes advances in committee This bill would exempt airport authorities from paying sales and use taxes. Brandon MoseleyMarch 11, 2021
Legislature Committee advances bill to allow restaurants to have dog dining areas A committee OKed a bill to allow restaurants to have outdoor dining areas where dog owners may dine with their canine friends. Brandon MoseleyMarch 11, 2021
Education Office of Apprenticeship launches the first certified pre-apprenticeship program in state Pre-apprenticeships are designed to prepare individuals to enter and succeed in a Registered Apprenticeship and ultimately a career. StaffMarch 11, 2021
Governor Governor announces reopening of state Capitol, Governor’s Mansion The Alabama Capitol is open for self-guided tours only. StaffMarch 11, 2021
Health Alabama Nursing Home Association responds to new federal visitation guidance The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services released updated visitation guidance for nursing homes Wednesday. StaffMarch 11, 2021
Education Tuition freeze, full campus operations planned for Alabama community colleges Tuition will not increase for the 2021-2022 academic year. StaffMarch 11, 2021
Education Brad Newman appointed president of Shelton State Community College Chancellor Jimmy Baker announced the selection of Brad Newman as president of Shelton State Community College. StaffMarch 11, 2021
Education Cynthia Anthony appointed president of Lawson State Community College Chancellor Jimmy Baker announced the appointment of Cynthia Anthony as president of Lawson State Community College. StaffMarch 11, 2021