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The association noted her understanding of the economic issues facing Alabama’s manufacturing sector.
Manufacture Alabama endorses Caroleene Dobson for secretary of state
The association noted her understanding of the economic issues facing Alabama's manufacturing sector.
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Ron Ingram, an award-winning sportswriter, served as communications director for 18 years.
Alabama High School Athletic Association comms director to retire
Ron Ingram, an award-winning sportswriter, has served as director of communications for the association for the past 18 years.
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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 19h
The board approved new rules for consumable THC and hemp products, revising initial proposals to ease burdens on retailers after public comment.
ABC board revises proposed hemp rules, lessening burden on retailers
The board approved new rules for consumable THC and hemp products, revising initial proposals to ease burdens on retailers after public comment.
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The new school will prepare students for healthcare careers, set to open in 2026 and serve rural Alabama.
Rep. Sewell to celebrate the groundbreaking of the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences
The new school will prepare students for healthcare careers, set to open in 2026 and serve rural Alabama.
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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 20h
"My message is simple and urgent: talk with your doctor now about a personal plan to get through flu, COVID-19, and RSV season safely."
Opinion | Your fall respiratory plan starts with your doctor
My message is simple and urgent: talk with your doctor now about a personal plan to get through flu, COVID-19, and RSV season safely.
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Beyond the incredible sporting dog displays, this year’s festival also brought back DockDogs and offered a unique quilt-making workshop.
2025 Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival offers multiple sporting dog demonstrations
Beyond the incredible sporting dog displays, this year's festival also brought back DockDogs and offered a unique quilt-making workshop.
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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 20h
A new initiative launched to connect Lawrence County residents with job opportunities in the renewable energy sector, addressing growing local demand.
Department of Workforce, Lawrence County partner to create renewable energy jobs
A new initiative launched to connect Lawrence County residents with job opportunities in the renewable energy sector, addressing growing local demand.
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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 20h
The achievement of a 50-foot channel depth officially made the Port of Mobile the deepest container terminal in the Gulf.
Alabama Port Authority celebrates completion of Mobile Harbor Modernization Project
The achievement of a 50-foot channel depth officially made the Port of Mobile the deepest container terminal in the Gulf.
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Greene County Sheriff Jonathan Benison defended his use of charity bingo money and said the Examiners of Public Accounts office “should be ashamed” over its allegations that he misspent nearly $5 million.
Greene County sheriff: state should be ashamed of claims in recent audit report
Greene County Sheriff Jonathan Bennison said claims that he misspent $5 million in bingo money are merely shameful harassment by the state.
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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 1d
When filmmakers visited Easterling Correctional Facility, it appeared at first to be a happy occasion as volunteers brought the incarcerated men barbecue.

But it didn’t take long for the men to approach off-camera with whispers.
'The Alabama Solution': Documentary exposes state's maligned prisons
The film shows squalid conditions in Alabama prisons and systemic issues with correctional officer abuse.
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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 1d
"Those who undermine democracy while claiming to protect it are no different in spirit from the authoritarians Machado has spent her life opposing."
Opinion | María Corina Machado reminds us that peace belongs to the brave
Those who undermine democracy while claiming to protect it are no different in spirit from the authoritarians Machado has spent her life opposing.
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The League of Women Voters forum addressed challenges facing Alabama libraries, as anti-LGBTQ+ groups fought to remove diverse materials from shelves.
Empty shelves: League of Women Voters talks library challenges for Banned Books Week
The League of Women Voters forum addressed challenges facing Alabama libraries, as anti-LGBTQ+ groups fought to remove diverse materials from shelves.
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Alabama Arise has unveiled its legislative priorities for 2026 as the organization continues looking to affect change across the state.
Alabama Arise announces new policy priorities for 2026
After tallying votes, Arise announced it would focus on seven policy areas next year, including health equity and justice reform.
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Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed said he held a productive phone conversation with Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday, and he pledged to work with her and state officials to tackle crime and create a safer community in Montgomery in the wake of a mass shooting.
Montgomery mayor says he welcomes state partnership, wants holistic approach on crime
Following a weekend mass shooting, Reed said his conversation with Ivey was productive and he welcomes any assistance with fighting crime.
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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 1d
EV owners showcased various models, from SUVs to trucks, as experts busted common myths and discussed the benefits of electric driving.
EV showcase in Birmingham celebrates National Drive Electric Month
EV owners showcased various models, from SUVs to trucks, as experts busted common myths and discussed the benefits of electric driving.
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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 3d
"Our rural communities are resilient, but we should not be forced to compete with unregulated markets that play by different rules."
Opinion | GENIUS Act loophole threatens rural Alabama
Our rural communities are resilient, but we should not be forced to compete with unregulated markets that play by different rules.
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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 3d
Alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends gifted over $500,000 for scholarships, academics, and student programs.
Troy University donors gift over $500K on Giving Day 2025
Alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends gifted over $500,000 for scholarships, academics, and student programs.
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ProgressPAC announced its endorsement of three first-time legislative candidates for the 2026 cycle.
BCA’s ProgressPAC endorses newcomers for election to Alabama legislature
ProgressPAC announced its endorsement of three first-time legislative candidates for the 2026 cycle.
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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 4d
For their first time at WEWA, Gee’s Bend Quilters will offer a three-hour workshop, allowing participants to create a unique keepsake.
Gee’s Bend quilters offering workshop at 2025 Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival
For their first time at WEWA, Gee’s Bend Quilters will offer a three-hour workshop, allowing participants to create a unique keepsake.
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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 4d
Manufacture Alabama cited Boozer’s commitment to fiscal responsibility and sound financial management throughout his service as state treasurer.
Manufacture Alabama endorses Treasurer Young Boozer for reelection
Manufacture Alabama cited Boozer's commitment to fiscal responsibility and sound financial management throughout his service as state treasurer.
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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 4d
The Federation cited Carl’s business background and past role on the House Appropriations Committee’s agriculture subcommittee.
Alabama Farmers Federation endorses Jerry Carl for Congress
The Federation cited Carl's business background and past role on the House Appropriations Committee's agriculture subcommittee.
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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 4d
The Southern Poverty Law Center on Wednesday held a panel discussion exploring how America and Germany remember their difficult pasts.
SPLC continues American history tour with German counterparts in Montgomery
The Southern Poverty Law Center on Wednesday held a panel discussion exploring how America and Germany remember their difficult pasts.
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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 4d
Alabama’s attorney general joined a legal effort supporting the Trump administration’s plan to deploy National Guard members to Chicago.
AG Marshall signs onto amicus brief supporting deployment of National Guard to Chicago
Alabama's attorney general joined a legal effort supporting the Trump administration's plan to deploy National Guard members to Chicago.
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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 4d
A federal judge rejected Alabama death row inmate Anthony Boyd’s request for a stay of execution.
Judge denies Alabama inmate's request for nitrogen hypoxia execution stay
Federal Judge Emily C.  Marks rejected Alabama death row inmate Anthony Boyd’s request for a stay of execution on Thursday.
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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 4d
The Alabama State Board of Education is rewriting outdated counseling standards and further clarifying counselor roles.
Board of Education moves to overhaul outdated school counseling plan
The Alabama State Board of Education is rewriting outdated counseling standards and further clarifying counselor roles.
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