The commission deciding what changes should be made to Alabama’s constitution is close to a final vote, with most members agreeing on Wednesday about alterations to three sections containing racist language.
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MONTGOMERY, Ala - Jackson Hospital, in partnership with Alabama Public Health and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), announced that it expanded access to COVID-19 monoclonal antibody (mAb) treatments at its main location. For people who are at high risk for developing se…
Make plans to join us on Saturday, October 23 for the Montgomery Zoo’s first Conservation Car Wash and Tailgate Party. Swing by before the big games, get your car washed, play a few games, and see a few of our Education Ambassador animals. It will be a great time to suds up the car, have a l…
Gearing up for his final regular legislative session, Sen. Del Marsh, R-Anniston, said an education reform bill will be his priority — if he can get support from his State House colleagues.
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed and city councilman Clay McInnis joined members of the Montgomery Fire Department and representatives from AARP to open a brand new pop-up trail on Friday October 8th.
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If Catholic made a statement with a 42-0 romp over Montgomery Academy in late September, the Knights put an exclamation point on it with Friday’s 52-7 rout of Trinity.
CECIL -- Jordan Benbrook scored a pair of touchdowns to help defending state champion Chambers Academy wrap up the AA Region 1 championship with a 35-19 win over Macon East Academy that handed the Knights their first loss at home this season.
Last year, Virginia Meacham and Lily Anzalone were surrounded by talented seniors who led the Montgomery Academy volleyball team to its third straight state championship.
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There is a plan to build more prisons but not to feed the children.
Josh Moon
Contributing Writer
It was a beautiful autumn afternoon in New York that October 8, 1956. The Yankees were playing the Brooklyn Dodgers in the World Series. The games were tied at two apiece. People were wondering who would pitch the fifth game for the Yankees.
John Ed Mathison
Contributing Writer
Our senior senator, Richard Shelby, will be remembered as Alabama’s most prominent senator when he retires next December. Folks, that’s saying a lot because we have had a host of prominent men serve Alabama in the United States Senate, such as giants like Lister Hill, John Sparkman and John …
Steve Flowers
Contributing Writer
Though I have, regretfully, resorted to sarcasm this week, indulge me if you will, in a thought experiment. Imagine that in Alabama we took seriously the ubiquitous affirmations during political campaigns that we need to ‘get tough on crime.’ What if we got really tough? What if we could mak…
The Whirl
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Friday, July 16th was a night to remember for nine of Montgomery’s loveliest young ladies. The Southern Debutante Cotillion continued a time-h…
Marguerite Edwards: Public Faces and Private Spaces demonstrates the passion and spontaneity that Edwards brings to her art. She is best known…
Paige Rentfro, from the University of Alabama, was awarded the President’s Scholarship. Paige is a member of Phi Mu. She is a junior majoring …
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The Landmarks Foundation of Montgomery presents Tavern Fest 2021. This year's event features Southern Rock greats, Wet Willie with 2021 Grammy winner, lead singer, and co founder, Jimmy Hall. Come and enjoy this outdoor event that benefits the community preservation and education efforts o…
Each year, the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts’ Flimp Festival draws families from all across the city. The event combines imagination, creativity, and art and games, making it enjoyable for all ages. As for the grown-ups, they enjoyed the music of Calliope Pettis and Wanda Wesolowski of Mont…
Fred Marshall
Contributing Writer
The Montgomery Christian School (MCS) 2021 Art Splash Committee hosted their annual fundraising event, Art in the Garden, on May 13, raising $250,000. Proceeds will provide MCS scholarships to deserving students in need. The “COVID-friendly” event was held in the backyard of Tom and Amy Meth…
