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Planned Sit-In at University of Alabama Canceled Amid Debate Over SB129
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — A student-organized sit-in at the University of Alabama, aimed at protesting the state’s controversial SB129 legislation, was unexpectedly canceled recently, raising concerns about the state of free speech and public discourse on college campuses. The protest was intended to challenge SB129, a law signed in March that prohibits funding for diversity, equity,…
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Demolition of Historic Art Deco Bank Sparks Preservation Debate in Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The impending demolition of the historic Regions Bank building at Five Points South has ignited a debate over the preservation of Birmingham’s architectural heritage. Constructed in 1947, the building is a striking example of Art Deco design, characterized by its geometric shapes and streamlined forms. Art Deco, an architectural style that gained…
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Alabama Senator Seeks Ban on Hog-Tie Restraint, Calling Practice Inhumane
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — State Sen. Merika Coleman, D-Jefferson County, has introduced legislation for the 2025 legislative session aimed at banning the use of the hog-tie or four-point restraint method by Alabama law enforcement officers. The bill seeks to prohibit a controversial technique that has been widely criticized as excessive, unnecessary, and incompatible with the principles…
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The Legend of Big Bob Gibson and His Curious White Sauce
Now, folks ‘round these parts don’t agree on much. There’s the eternal debate over sweet tea sweetness, the proper way to fry catfish, and whether Cousin Earl’s mullet is a fashion statement or a cry for help. But if there’s one thing everyone in Alabama can tip their hat to, it’s Big Bob Gibson and…
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Miles College’s Bid for Birmingham-Southern Campus Expires
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The agreement for Miles College to purchase the Birmingham-Southern College campus expired on Monday, November 25, 2024, marking an end to months of negotiations between the two institutions. The historically Black college in Fairfield, Alabama, had aimed to acquire the 192-acre property after Birmingham-Southern closed earlier this year due to financial struggles….
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‘American Pickers’ to Film in Alabama This December
“American Pickers,” the beloved History Channel series, is gearing up for an exciting filming adventure in Alabama this December 2024. Fans of the show can look forward to seeing Mike Wolfe, Robbie Wolfe, and Jersey Jon as they hit the road in search of unique antiques and hidden treasures throughout the state. Known for their…
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