Rep. Sewell hosts livestream on federal policy’s impacts on rural healthcare
Sewell discussed threats to rural healthcare access during a livestream, highlighting federal policy's impacts and the need for investment.
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Alabama launches digital education network with Apple, Alabama Power
This new initiative established future-focused community learning hubs with $16 million in state funding, bridging the digital divide across Alabama.
Black Belt Road Trip Photo Contest launches for summer 2025
The Alabama Black Belt Adventures Association launched their second annual Black Belt Road Trip Photo Contest, celebrating summer fun across the region.
June 3, 2025
Rural health activist talks telehealth innovations, facing funding cuts
In light of dwindling rural healthcare access, an Auburn University program is seeking to use emerging technologies to fill gaps.
ALBBAA announces winner of 2025 Sporting Dog Photo Contest
The photo — by Baldwin County resident Ashley Ammons — impressed online voters in the contest, garnering nearly 750 votes to win.
March 26, 2025
Alabama Black Belt Adventures founder named to national board
Harris was named to the National Board of Directors for Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever.
May 23, 2023
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See recent postsLegislature’s investment in water, sewer projects paying dividends
"Help is on the way for communities that have suffered due to inadequate or nonexistent water and sewer service."
Report: All 25 Black Belt counties are among 35 counties with the highest poverty
Alabama’s average poverty rate is 17.6 percent. The Black Belt’s average is 24 percent.
Report notes educational attainment gap in Alabama’s Black Belt
The report notes that just 6 percent of Black Belt students obtained graduate or professional degrees in 2019, compared to 10 percent statewide.
Black Belt superintendents ask parents to get children vaccinated
Alabama has the lowest percentage of fully vaccinated residents in the nation, and cases and hospitalizations continue to climb.