Students protest changes to non-discrimination policy at University of Alabama
The president of UA’s Queer Student Association said the decision was “exactly what we all feared SB129 would lead to.”
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Trump’s elimination of the Dept. of Ed. could harm Alabama’s public schools
If Trump is successful, the department’s elimination will strip back billions of dollars in federal spending.
“Fins, Feathers and Flowers” Weekend returns to Lakepoint State Park
The signature event is renowned for its celebration of nature and outdoor recreation.
March 27, 2025
Troy University launches College of Science and Engineering
The university is also launching a new electrical and electronics engineering degree program.
March 27, 2025
Alabama honors doctors amid growing physician crisis
A new report shows Alabama is now ranked as the most difficult state in the region for physicians to practice medicine.
March 27, 2025
Southern Medicaid advocates lambast proposed federal cuts
Robyn Hyden said cuts would “push us backwards in terms of helping to support workers and everyday Alabamians staying healthy.”
Midwives Alliance allege “backroom politics,” pull support of regulatory bill
The Alabama Midwives Alliance has come out against substitutions to a state Senate bill they argue would severely restrict midwifery.
ADP chair issues retraction, ends fundraising spat with former senator
ADP chair Randy Kelley issued a retraction Friday of comments he made about former U.S. Sen. Doug Jones.
APLS cuts funding to Fairhope Library due to “sexually explicit” books
The anti-censorhip group Read Freely criticized the action and announced a fundraiser to offset the loss of state funding.
Officials dedicate Moon Tree at Monte Sano State Park
The current Moon Tree plantings pay homage to a similar program conducted as part of the Apollo 14 mission in 1971.
March 21, 2025