New Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences to be established in Demopolis by 2026
Ivey's proposal includes $62 million to construct the campus, which would be located adjacent to Whitfield Regional Hospital.
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Officials raise spending cap on new Elmore County prison to nearly $1 billion
In a contract signed last year, the expected cost to build the new 4,000-bed prison in Elmore County was $623 million.
Sewell announces $1.4 million to improve transportation efficiency, safety
The money is from a SMART Grant funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
March 16, 2023
BCA expands governmental affairs, public relations teams
Caroline Franklin has been selected as BCA’s director of governmental affairs and executive director of ProgressPAC.
March 16, 2023
Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles adds new member
Birmingham-based lawyer Kim Davidson has been appointed to the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles.
57-year-old incarcerated man dies at Staton Correctional Facility
No further information was given as to the circumstances surrounding the death.
March 16 is deadline to apply for federal assistance for Jan. 12 storms
The deadline is Thursday, March 16, 2023, for survivors to apply for federal assistance.
March 15, 2023
Medical associations launch campaign to warn Alabamians of fentanyl dangers
The "Odds Are Alabama" campaign will highlight the dangers of using any drugs or medications that aren't from a pharmacy.
Staton Correctional Facility lifts quarantine after tuberculosis scare
Staton returned to normal operations last week after being placed on quarantine since the end of November.
ALGOP breaks its record with Ron DeSantis dinner
Over 1,700 people gathered for the event at the Finley Center on Thursday.
March 14, 2023