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A journalist covering news and politics in Alabama with a focus on the state's coastal area.
Mobile, AL
Joined March 2010
Linda McMahon, the Education Secretary, is expected to make a stop at Murphy High School in Mobile on Friday. Protesters will be there. The latest:
al.com
The Education Secretary is expected to make a stop to Mobile's Murphy High School on Friday as part of a nationwide "History Rocks!" tour promoting civics and education.
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Always something to see in downtown Mobile. It appears a portable toilet, right in front of the @aldotcom office at Bienville Square to service the Mardi Gras crowds, caught fire.
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Tuberville, Wahl lean on "resident citizens" term in Alabama Constitution in defense of their Alabama candidacies. Two years ago in Utah, a similar "resident citizen" was claimed, but the candidate who made it had his candidacy invalidated.
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Both Republican candidates remain on the 2026 ballot despite questions about their constitutional qualifications.
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In Fairhope Monday, library board members all agree not to start moving books out of concern that it could lead to a slippery slope. The latest in the library culture war in Alabama:
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Board members say they're being singled out by Alabama Public Library Service, and expressed support for how they have approached book placement.
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Polling shows strong support for school choice. But when the issue of sports playoffs comes up, things get murky. The fallout from the AHSAA's decision collides with the CHOOSE Act, and the public is expressing itself:
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Critics say the CHOOSE Act threatens public schools that serve as economic and community anchors.
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Most cities during the pandemic decided to livestream their meetings. It's been fantastic for transparency and access for the public, media, everyone.
Mountain Brook Mayor Graham Smith said choosing not to record the meetings is not about lack of transparency and that the choice was always up to the “discretion of the council.” Read more: https://t.co/7VrrTtRQ0n
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The Kids and staff at UMS were great!! Thank y’all for having me and welcoming me! Keep chasing your dreams UMS✝️ GOD has a plan for each and everyone of you💯
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Legislation that critics claim will politicize library boards in Alabama received support today in a Senate committee with Democratic approval.
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The bill has long been opposed by groups such as Read Freely Alabama.
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What's next for a new road connecting I-65 to the beach.
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The new access management plan for the 25-mile northern extension prioritizes hurricane evacuation and includes only one traffic light along the entire route near Loxley.
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Alabama's straight ticket voting is a "rigged" system, according to Democratic governor's candidate Doug Jones, the former U.S. senator. Alabama is one of only six states with it.
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Doug Jones is pushing for legislation to end the practice ahead of the November 2026 governor's race.
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Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth's social media pages were alive with activity over the weekend, mostly from critics of his position opposing the public-private school split authorized by the AHSAA last week:
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Ainsworth has been among the most vocal critics of the AHSAA’s decision to separate public and private schools.
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Terrible football game. I'm sorry. It was. The weather prevented either team from playing football. #AFCChampionshipGame
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Weather is part of playoff football. But some games are not about the better team winning. It's just about survival and not screwing up too much in the conditions. The #AFC championship game seems to be a lost cause at this point.
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Tomorrow's filing deadline should be interesting. https://t.co/0rkdSrYt5n
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Alabama GOP Chairman John Wahl has not officially filed to enter the lieutenant governor race as of today.
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Is the $3.5 billion I-10 project a national security issue? @SenTuberville says it does and he wants the long-awaited project to begin. The senator weighs in on the I-10 project while in Mobile Tuesday:
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The $3.5 billion project includes a 215-foot-tall cable-stayed bridge spanning the Mobile River.
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Protesters showed up ahead of U.S. Tommy Tuberville's speech in Mobile this morning. Here's what they said:
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Protesters delivered a letter accusing the senator of voting in ways that hurt Alabamians.
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Agreed. College football is not a Monday night game.
The college football national championship should be played on Saturday night
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Indiana - winning by punting and special teams. Whether folks like it or not down here, this is the year where @B1Gfootball just overtook the others.
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Alabama's online tax structure stirs debate and discussion in and around the State House this week
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State legislators heard dire warnings last week that losing the SSUT would eliminate revenue three times larger than Alabama's reserves, with no easy replacement.
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The historic snowstorm that hit the Gulf Coast a year ago has a sequel. But like most sequels, this one probably won't top the original. Here's what to expect Saturday night regarding snow, along with warming centers opening in Baldwin & Mobile cos. #alwx
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Mobile and Baldwin county EMAs are preparing warm centers and meals for people in need as cold air and winter weather arrive.
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