Alabama’s COVID deaths surpass 18,000
While the latest surge caused by the omicron variant is receding, public health officials are closely watching the more contagious omicron BA.2 variant.
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Eddie Burkhalter
Eddie Burkhalter is a reporter at the Alabama Political Reporter. You can email him at [email protected] or reach him via Twitter.
Senate committee approves bill to allow drive-through, walk-up alcohol sales
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Alabama House approves two education bills
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Gov. Kay Ivey applauds schools for dropping face mask orders
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Alabama Farmers Federation endorses eight in statewide races
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Federal grant awarded to increase safety in Black Belt homes
ADPH and the University of Alabama receive the $2 million grant to remove safety and environmental issues in Black Belt homes.