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Apr 10 2026EDUCATION

Top Health Program in the US Hails from Alabama

Alabama now hosts the nation’s leading healthcare management graduate program, based on a respected annual review. The University of Alabama at Birmingham’s health administration master’s degree stands at number one among 101 similar programs across the country. This ranking doesn’t just highlight a

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Apr 07 2026WEATHER

New Alabama tornadoes confirmed from March storms

Alabama just added four more tornadoes to its March storm records, all weak but still worth tracking. These weren’t the dramatic twisters you see in movies—they were all rated EF0, meaning their winds barely reached 85 mph. All four touched down in Mobile County early on March 12, leaving no injurie

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Apr 05 2026POLITICS

Small Texas Town Faces Big Power Struggle

Willow Park used to be a sleepy Texas town with 7, 000 people. Now it’s growing fast and facing a fight over who controls it. The battle started when a new mayor, Teresa Palmer, won against a long-time leader. Since then, people have questioned where her money comes from and who’s really calling the

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Mar 31 2026HEALTH

Hospital Prices in Alabama: Are They Really Transparent?

Alabama hospitals face a growing push to show how much they charge patients. The federal government has set rules, but it is unclear if all hospitals follow them. Researchers examined 124 Alabama hospitals listed on the state’s health website. They removed psychiatric and VA centers, leaving 106 ho

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Mar 28 2026ENVIRONMENT

Water Fight: Town Sues Big Tech for Polluted Supply

Will power in Willingboro now meets legal power as the local water authority takes a major technology firm and several others to federal court. The lawsuit claims that dangerous chemicals, known as PFAS and 1‑4 dioxane, have seeped into the town’s groundwater. These substances are listed by federal

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Mar 19 2026SPORTS

Coach Wade’s Final Exit From NC State

Will Wade’s last game with the NC State men’s basketball team ended in a 68‑66 loss to Texas, cementing his decision to move on. After the defeat, he spoke to reporters in a tone that suggested the program was still far from where it should be. Wade admitted that his team “didn’t spend as much time

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Mar 15 2026SCIENCE

Science Day at Willow Bend Turns Into a Treasure Hunt

Willow Bend’s annual Science Saturday has become a lively hunt for hidden relics, drawing families and curious minds to the park’s winding paths. The event opens with a brief welcome that explains how participants can search for small artifacts buried in the soil, each item linked to a story about l

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Mar 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A New Kid on the Block: A Teen’s Fight with Anxiety

Will Ropp, who has acted in shows like “The Way Back” and “Love, Victor, ” decided to step behind the camera. He wanted a script that felt real. Ropp tried to sign up for The Black List, but the site said he had no film credits. He then used a friend’s login and looked through about one hundred scri

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Mar 03 2026WEATHER

Alabama’s Spring Heat Wave: What to Expect This Week

Alabama is gearing up for a hot spring surge that could push temperatures well above normal. The week’s forecast shows highs 15‑20 degrees hotter than the March average, with Friday and Saturday likely to see the most intense heat. Mid‑80s temperatures are possible in many spots, and some area

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Feb 18 2026EDUCATION

Barbour’s Quiet Fight for Equality

William “Wilbur” Miller Barbour grew up in Middletown and later made a name for himself far beyond his hometown. After finishing high school there, he went on to study at Elizabethtown College and then pursued a career in social work. He joined the National Urban League, where he helped plan program

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