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Strengthening Partnerships: Alabama’s Commitment to Higher Education

In a significant stride towards advancing education in Alabama, a powerful collaboration has emerged between the state's community colleges, the Alabama Commission on Higher Education, and the Alabama Department of Education. Dr. Eric Mackey,...

Senator April Weaver Proposes Tough Penalties for “Porch Pirating” in Upcoming Legislation

State Senator April Weaver (R - Brierfield) has taken a stand against the rising menace of "porch pirating" with a bold legislative proposal. On December 20, 2023, Senator Weaver announced her sponsorship of a...

Embracing Positive Change: New Year’s Resolutions for 2024

As the calendar flips to a new year, many of us embark on a journey of self-reflection, setting resolutions aimed at self-improvement. While the traditional resolutions often revolve around health, finances, or personal development,...

Hymn History: As the Deer

Metaphors have long been a standard in writing for expressing emotions that one cannot seem to find just the right word for. Though technically a simile (because I am a word nerd and had...

2023 Year in Review: December

BMC Shows Appreciation for Our School Nurses By Savannah Logan Recent initiatives within the district have spotlighted the crucial role school nurses play in nurturing students' well-being and academic success. Bibb Medical Center (BMC) stepped...

Hymn History: Auld Lang Syne

“Old Slang Time,” “Odd Lame Pine” – no, you aren’t trying to decipher what a toddler is asking you for. You are reading just two of the many, many things I thought “Auld Lang...

2023 Year in Review: November

Randolph Elementary School Recognized as a Spotlight School for ARI Reading Progress By Savannah Logan Randolph Elementary School in Bibb County achieved a noteworthy milestone by being recognized as a spotlight school in the Alabama...

2023 Year in Review: October

Forestry Awareness Week Now: Nurturing Environmental Stewardship Among Bibb County's Youth By Savannah Logan Forestry Awareness Week Now (FAWN) held a significant role in Bibb County, Alabama, as an educational initiative aiming to enlighten 5th...

2023 Year in Review: September

Honoring a Local Hero: Centreville's Tribute to Jimmie Lott By Savannah Logan The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) recently unveiled signs along Highway 219 N. and Highway 5 in Centreville, marking the culmination of a...

2023 Year in Review: August

Shelton State Community College Celebrates Graduation of Inaugural Practical Nursing Cohort at Bibb Medical Center By Savannah Logan Shelton State Community College (SSCC) celebrated a groundbreaking moment as it honored its first cohort of practical...