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Bridge Academy to start diesel mechanic program; first in southeast Alabama
OZARK, Ala. (WTVY) -Bridge Academy, a Dale County public technical school, is getting a new program. Students will get to try their hand at engine repair. Dale County, Pike County, and Troy City Schools received a $10.5 million grant. Dale County...
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Alabama’s largest fiesta returns to Linn Park Sept. 27 for a FREE day of culture + celebration
Sponsored Listen to live music all day at Fiesta. (Photo via Fiesta Birmingham) Go for the party and take away new knowledge at Fiesta Birmingham on September 27 in Linn Park. The state’s largest celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month is almost...
Family Fishing Trip in Alabama Leads to Discovery of 32-Million-Year-Old Sea Turtle Fossil
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Details By Kaili Berg September 18, 2025 What began as a family fishing trip along a river in south Alabama has turned into one of the most significant paleontological discoveries in recent history. Adam and Adrienne Colman, joined by their...
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Science Native News Online Family Fishing Trip in Alabama Leads to Discovery of 32-Million-Year-Old Sea Turtle Fossil
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What began as a family fishing trip along a river in south Alabama has turned into one of the most significant paleontological discoveries in recent history. Adam and Adrienne Colman, joined by their children, Talah and Corey, stumbled upon the...
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Alabama man fires at medical helicopter; says he thought it was a drone
A man has been arrested in Alabama after he opened fire on a medical helicopter responding to a call, later telling investigators he believed he was shooting at a drone, according to reports. A flight nurse was injured when the aircraft was...
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How Does Alabama Rank for New Affordable Housing?
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As home prices continue to climb across the United States, housing affordability remains a critical concern for both prospective buyers and policymakers. Over the past decade, persistent price growth—driven by limited supply, strong demand, and...
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Gov. Kay Ivey proclaims October 12 as Alabama Farmers’ Day
Posted: Sep 18, 2025 6:13 PM CDT by WAKA Action 8 News Gov. Kay Ivey has signed a proclamation to declare October 12 As Alabama Farmers’ Day. Her proclamation highlights an essential role that Alabama’s farmers play in sustaining families as they...
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Are Trump’s tariffs killing this $4.1 billion Alabama plant? ‘Absolutely not’ company says
Novelis is taking issue with an opinion piece in Wednesday’s Wall Street Journal which said it may cease construction on its $4.1 billion manufacturing plant in Bay Minette. In fact, the company may expand the massive factory. Stephen Moore, a...
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Alabama politicians could choose not to scapegoat trans people, but that would be humane
If nothing else, Alabama politicians will meet the moment when an opportunity arises to uphold the state’s reputation as a socially regressive national punchline. Recent tweets from Alabama Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth inaccurately linked transgender...
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Gov. Ivey declares October 12 as Farmers Day in Alabama
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Alabama is honoring the people who provide food for our tables. Governor Kay Ivey signed a proclamation declaring October 12 as Farmers Day in Alabama to recognize the vital role farmers play in the state. Gov. Ivey said, "Those who form the...
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Alabama construction firm volunteers for federal immigration check
A Baldwin County construction company has volunteered for an immigration inspection as part of a partnership with the government. Federal agents inspected what will be the future site of the Baldwin County District Attorney’s office in Bay Minette...
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This Blink-And-You’ll-Miss-It Town in Alabama Is So Worth Exploring
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While you often hear about uncovering hidden gem towns along backroads, some of the best small towns to visit in Alabama are right under your nose along busier routes. The tiny town of Mooresville, Alabama, is just one that comes to mind. It's so...
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Visit Cullman named North Alabama’s Organization of the Year; Tanya Arnold recognized as ‘Good Neighbor’ Friend of Tourism; Christkindlmarkt receives President’s Award
Published 8:28 pm Thursday, September 18, 2025 The Alabama Mountain Lakes Tourist Association (AMLA) has honored Visit Cullman/Cullman County Tourism Bureau with the 2025 Organization of the Year award. The award is among 13 that comprise the 2025...
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Alabama Governor Kay Ivey to proclaim October 12 as Farmers’ Day
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GCM Staff Report Governor Kay Ivey and Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries Rick Pate will officially proclaim Oct. 12 as Farmers’ Day in Alabama, recognizing the essential role of farmers across the state. According to a news release, the...
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Happening This Weekend: Events in North Alabama, September 19-21
There are plenty of events to enjoy this weekend. HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — There are plenty of events happening this weekend. Here’s a look at some of the activities going on across the Tennessee Valley! Campus 805 10th anniversary Festival -...
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Gov. Kay Ivey proclaims Oct. 12 as Alabama Farmers’ Day
During a ceremony in Pike Road on Sept. 18, Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey and Alabama Dept. of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) Commissioner Rick Pate proclaimed Oct. 12 as Alabama Farmers’ Day. Ivey said her proclamation served as a call to action for...
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Ivey proclaims Oct. 12 Alabama Farmers’ Day
Published 1:16 pm Thursday, September 18, 2025 Gov. Kay Ivey and Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) Commissioner Rick Pate officially proclaimed Oct. 12 as Farmers’ Day in Alabama during a ceremony at Sweet Creek Farm Market...
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Alabama's Racism Gave Birth to Supreme Court Protections for Freedom of Speech and the Right to Peacefully Protest
Copyrighted and Published on September 18, 2025 The landmark New York Times v. Sullivan case led to new protections against publishers who, in their criticism of government, are sued by government officials for libel. The New York Times was sued...
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‘Living in a fallen society’: Fred Luter reminds students to remember 3 key things
Speaking out of Philippians 4:6-9, Fred Luter Jr. recently challenged University of Mobile students during their chapel service to pray right, think right and live right. “One of the realities of living in a fallen society is that we have to deal...
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