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Alabama Chiropractor Fed His Wife Lead-Laced Vitamins: Court Docs
Law Enforcement Today
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DECATUR, AL - A chiropractor who was accused of poisoning his wife with lead has been found guilty by a jury after she testified against him. On Thursday, June 12th, after three days of trial, 36-year-old Brian Mann was found guilty of attempted...
As hemp ban approaches, Alabama retailers gather to plan next move
WPMI - Alabama
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Alabama residents are just days away from the ban of smokable hemp products across the state. After a vote by the state legislature, on July 1st it will be illegal to sell or possess these products. Friday night, a hemp event was held in...
Union balks at University of North Alabama move to outsource campus workers
WZDX - Alabama
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June 21, 2025
The school recently transitioned dozens of employees to a company that specializes in custodial work, grounds management and facilities. FLORENCE, Ala. — A union representing higher education employees in Alabama is publicly opposing University of...
Will the US$499 Trump phone be made in Alabama or China?
The Malaysian Star
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June 21, 2025
Buried in Monday’s news of a new cell phone bearing the name of the Trump organisation was one tidbit about where it will be manufactured. President Donald Trump’s company said it is launching the Trump Mobile cell phone service, which it claimed...
Alabama's Wallace State Celebrated as Aspen 'Rising Star' Finalist
WZDX - Alabama
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June 20, 2025
Governor Kay Ivey praises Wallace State Community College for being a "Rising Star" finalist for the 2025 Aspen Prize. HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Governor Kay Ivey is recognizing Wallace State Community College and its president, Dr. Vicki Karolewics, for...
Alabama Updates Companies on BEAD Pre-Qualification Rules
Broadband Breakfast
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June 20, 2025
June 20, 2025 – Broadband providers seeking to apply for funds in Alabama under the federal government’s broadband infrastructure program have 10 days - until June 30 - to express their interest, broadband officials representing the state said...
Breakthrough moment in Alabama's medical marijuana saga
WPMI - Alabama
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MOBILE, Ala. (WPMI) — After years of legal gridlock and court battles over medical marijuana licenses, the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission now says investigative hearings can proceed. It's a necessary step in the implementation process, and...
Alabama’s Athletic Director Addresses Future of Non-Revenue Sports
BVM Sports
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June 20, 2025
The future of non-revenue sports at Alabama is uncertain amid financial pressures from the House settlement and the new revenue-sharing model for student-athletes. With a reported $28 million deficit last fiscal year, athletic director Greg Byrne...
Alabama housing market sees strong growth in May, inventory hits five-year high
Yellowhammer News - Alabama
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June 20, 2025
Alabama’s housing market showed strong signs of growth in May, with increases in home sales, prices, and total sales volume compared to both the previous month and the same time last year, according to the latest Alabama Economic and Real Estate...
Alabama Extension - Cultivating care: Addressing farmers' mental health
Gulf Coast Media - Alabama
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Kacey Watson Alabama Cooperative Extension System AUBURN UNIVERSITY — Every career has its highs and lows, but certain careers come with incredibly high stakes. Farmers roll the dice every year not knowing what the outcome of their crop will be or...
Alabama housing market surges back in May
AL.com - Alabama
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June 20, 2025
May was a very merry month for Alabama’s housing market. The Alabama Association of Realtors’ monthly report showed both home sales and other values surged over the previous month and year, while listings hit a five-year high. Last month,...
Alabama Joins the Juneteenth Party — Thanks To Republicans?
The Seattle Medium - Washington State
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June 20, 2025
The state where some of the civil rights movement’s toughest, deadliest fights unfolded — becomes the 29th to make the day slavery ended a state holiday. (Photo by Stephanie Keith/Getty Images) by Jennifer Porter Gore This year, for the first...
Birmingham company's mining project near Georgia wildlife refuge stopped by $60M land deal
WVTM 13 - Alabama
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June 20, 2025
Video above: Tracking the threat of high heat and a few storms in the Alabama weekend forecastA conservation group said Friday it has reached a $60 million deal to buy land outside the Okefenokee Swamp from a mining company that environmentalists...
Alabama Fan Appreciation Week 2025
Southern Torch - Alabama
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June 20, 2025
Alabama Fan Appreciation Week 2025 Tickets to the Songwriters Showcase June 27th a dn 28th are sold exclusively at the Alabama Fan club and Museum at 101 Glenn Blvd SW, Fort Payne. Limited Reserved Saturday Seating Only Remains. A big thank you to...
Alabama football recruiting off to sluggish start in 2026 cycle: Why there's no reason for Tide fans to panic
CBS Sports - Florida
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June 20, 2025
Recruiting classes are officially signed in December and February, but they're largely built in June during the official visit window that sets the foundation for each cycle. That's why Alabama's apparent slow start to the 2026 cycle raises...
Publix Opens New 48,387 SF Grocery Store in Meridianville, Alabama
REBusinessOnline
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June 20, 2025
22MERIDIANVILLE, ALA. — Publix has opened a new store within Flint Crossing Market Place, a 64,925-square foot neighborhood retail center in Meridianville, roughly 10 miles north of Huntsville. Located at 12290 Highway 231/431 N, the store spans...
Gophers football snags four-star running back away from Michigan, Alabama
St. Cloud Live - Minnesota
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June 20, 2025
The Gophers football program gained a commitment from Texas prep running back Ryan Estrada on Tuesday. “1,000% Committed,” Estrada wrote on X. The 5-foot-9, 195-pound tailback from El Paso had offers from Michigan, Alabama, Oklahoma, Wisconsin,...
Alabama Power Foundation to open grant cycle
Brewton Standard - Alabama
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June 20, 2025
Published 7:00 am Friday, June 20, 2025 Two Alabama Power Foundation grant application cycles are slated to open in the coming weeks. Opening on June 23 and closing on July 18, Gateway Grants are aimed at developing communities across Alabama....
Alabama business faces hurdles creating American-made product
PBS Frontline
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June 19, 2025
The sweeping tariffs imposed by President Trump are already impacting the global economy. But if tariffs are meant to bring jobs home, what happens if the U.S.may no longer have all the tools to do the work? Paul Solman reports on the hurdles one...
Alabama State Building and Construction Trades Council and ASTTU form alliance to support union workers
Yellowhammer News - Alabama
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June 20, 2025
The Alabama State Building and Construction Trades Council (ASBCTC) and the Association of Skilled Trade and Transportation Unions (ASTTU) have announced a new strategic alliance aimed at supporting union workers in Alabama’s construction...