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College Republicans urge colleges to cut ties with Confucius Institutes

Monday, the College Republican Federation of Alabama released a statement urging higher-education institutions in the state of Alabama to reconsider the presence of Confucius Institutes. The CRFAs charge that the Confucius Institutes are funded and operated by the Communist Chinese government. Currently, the state of Alabama has Confucius Institutes embedded within two public universities. “Many … Continued
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May 12, 2020

Alabama institutions of higher learning respond to COVID-19 pandemic

Thursday, the Alabama Commission on Higher Education reported that throughout Alabama higher education is responding to the call for help during the Coronavirus pandemic. The support has been widespread from food supplies to equipment needs. “I am heartened by the generosity of college and university staff and students in supporting their community, hospitals and healthcare … Continued
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April 3, 2020

Buttigieg’s campaign announces Dixon, Rice will lead on the ground efforts in Alabama

Pete Buttigieg’s campaign announced that starting on Monday, Stephenie Dixon and Matthew Rice will lead the Buttigieg campaign’s on-the-ground efforts in Alabama. The Alabama presidential primary is less than three weeks away and the 38 year-old South Bend, Indiana Mayor is locked in a tight race with U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vermont) after Iowa and … Continued
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February 14, 2020

Coleman holds campaign kick-off event

Tuesday, Dothan area businessman Jeff Coleman held a formal special campaign kick-off event in Dothan. Coleman is a Republican candidate for Congress in Alabama’s 2nd Congressional District. Incumbent Martha Roby, R-Montgomery, is not seeking another term in the House of Representatives. “I love Southeast Alabama and I believe I can represent it with class and … Continued
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October 31, 2019

Troy chancellor praises Dial’s tenure as trustee president

Gerald Dial has presided over his last board of trustees meeting at Troy University.  The longtime Troy trustee and former state senator has turned the gavel over to Beasley Allen partner Gibson Vance after eight years as board president that saw substantial growth for the university.  “He has served the university well and demonstrated through … Continued
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August 6, 2019

Shelby announces a $3.2 million grant for new research facility at Troy

Friday, U.S. Senator Richard Shelby (R-Alabama) announced that the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has awarded a $3,200,000 grant to Troy University to build a new facility for researching recycled plastic materials. “The new facility at Troy University will serve as an avenue for groundbreaking research, creating an environment for students to learn … Continued
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September 24, 2018

Reporter Sam Mattison has passed away

Rising political journalist Samuel “Sam” Mattison has passed away. Sam broke into the world of journalism as an intern with the Alabama Political Reporter in March 2017, where he covered the Alabama Legislature and most of the major events affecting state government in Alabama. After his internship, Sam was retained as a regular contributor because … Continued
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September 8, 2018

Chancellor of Troy University endorses Sen. Gerald Dial

Wednesday, the Chancellor of Troy University, Dr. Jack Hawkins, endorsed state Senator Gerald Dial in his race for Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries against Rick Pate. Dr. Hawkins gave his endorsement based on “twenty-seven years of experience watching Gerald Dial’s honest, effective leadership.” Upon announcing his endorsement of the Ag candidate, Dr. Hawkins released the following statement: … Continued
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July 12, 2018