As National Safe Boating Week approaches, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is launching a statewide campaign to promote safe practices on the water ahead of the busy Memorial Day weekend. The campaign aims to reduce crashes, injuries, and fatalities by focusing on education, enforcement, and community engagement across Alabama’s waterways. Recreational boating continues to […]

Maxwell Air Force Base has officially announced the relocation of the U.S. Air Force Enlisted Professional Military Education (EPME) headquarters to Chennault Circle, the central educational hub of the base. Previously located at Maxwell’s Gunter Annex, the Thomas N. Barnes Center for Enlisted Education is now housed in Building 1400 on the main Maxwell campus. […]

The Problem   The health of honey bees and native bees is in crisis, posing a significant threat to agriculture and ecosystems worldwide. Bees are essential pollinators, contributing to the production of many crops that humans rely on for food. However, native bee populations are declining, and managed honey bee colonies are dying at high […]

A Pike Road small business owner’s Teacher Appreciation Week plans were disrupted this week after concerns were raised about a potential conflict with local election rules. Jessica Missildine Spurlin, who operates a local interior design business, shared in a public Facebook post that she had organized a “flower bouquet bar” as a gift to educators […]

Baldwin County Public Schools has been recognized as a District of the Year by the Discovery Education Awards, an honor that celebrates schools, districts, and educators who drive student achievement by inspiring curiosity and connecting learning to real-world experiences. The Baldwin County school system stood out as an innovative and forward-thinking district committed to fostering […]

Yellowhammer News proudly presents the 2025 edition of the Power & Influence Top 50 list – the most candid and comprehensive annual index of who is moving the needle in Montgomery. This year marks the thirteenth installment – and the stakes have never been higher. With a monumental 2026 election cycle already taking shape, the […]

A first cohort of students from a new program created to address Alabama’s science teacher shortage, AUTeach, will graduate in Auburn University’s upcoming spring commencement ceremonies.   Among that group will be Auburn University students Austin Broom, Charity King and Jackson Belcher—all of whom praise the new program that they say has helped set their […]

Bluff Park Elementary School teacher Katie Collins has been named Alabama’s 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year. Collins, a first-grade teacher with 20 years of experience, will now serve as the state’s official ambassador for public education over the next year. The award recognizes excellence in classroom instruction and a commitment to student success. Collins was […]

Each spring, The University of Alabama transforms into a stunning showcase of color with fresh blooms, greenery, and meticulously manicured lawns. The seamless integration of natural beauty into all facets of the campus can make it easy to forget its year-round effort, but it takes an expert team to maintain every flower bed, tree, and lawn. […]

A new statewide law banning the use of cell phones during the instructional day in Alabama’s public schools will take effect in the 2025-2026 academic year following final passage by the Alabama Legislature. HB166, sponsored by State Rep. Leigh Hulsey (R-Helena) in the House and State Sen. Shay Shelnutt (R-Trussville) in the Senate — known […]

The Alabama House of Representatives passed SB289 on Tuesday, advanced legislation that will require K-12 schools to implement a “success sequence” curriculum aimed at improving long-term economic outcomes for students. Sponsored by State Sen. Arthur Orr (R-Decatur) and carried in the House by State Rep. Danny Garrett (R-Trussville), the bill directs the State Board of […]

After nearly 15 years at the helm, Dr. John W. Stewart III has announced he will step down as president of the University of Montevallo at the end of July. Stewart, who became the 15th president of the university on October 14, 2010, is the second-longest serving president in the institution’s 129-year history. His tenure […]

Lineworkers are the superheroes of the utility industry, often working in unpleasant weather conditions and difficult terrains. At Alabama Power, lineworkers start their careers as apprentices where they learn the fundamentals of electricity as well as the skills needed to safely work on power lines. After undergoing intensive training, they are ready to tackle the hard […]

The Exceptional Anglers event Gone Fishin’, Not Just Wishin’ will take place May 7-9 at Oak Mountain State Park. The event teaches basic fishing skills to students with disabilities from Alabaster and Pelham city schools and the Shelby and Jefferson county school systems. “Community fishing events like this one serve many children and seniors throughout the […]

President Donald Trump told University of Alabama graduates Thursday night that they — not Ivy League elites — would define the future of America. Less than 24 hours later, he followed up that message with his administration moving to revoke Harvard University’s tax-exempt status. “Graduates of the Alabama of 2025, standing here before you in […]

The University of Alabama welcomed a historic guest to Coleman Coliseum on Thursday evening, as President Donald J. Trump delivered a rousing address during the school’s spring commencement ceremony. Trump was introduced by none other than legendary former Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban, who drew thunderous cheers as soon as he stepped on stage. […]

Few students carry the depth of experience Evan Anderson brings. A father, army veteran and full-time professional, Anderson is also a full-time student, and in May he will graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies with a minor in conflict resolution.= Originally from Tacoma, Washington, Anderson spent part of his 14 years in […]

Alabama Republican Party Chairman John Wahl believes that every Alabamian, including Democrats, should be honored that President Donald Trump is giving a commencement address in the Yellowhammer State this week. Trump is scheduled to address at the University of Alabama’s spring commencement ceremony this evening. Some Democrat leaders in the state and at the University […]

HBCU CARES, a leading coalition committed to advancing the impact and innovation of Historically Black Colleges, Community Colleges, and Universities across Alabama, proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Brittany A. Holloman as its new Executive Director. Dr. Holloman brings over a decade of leadership in higher education. She most recently served as Chief of Staff […]

Leadership matters — and nowhere is that more evident than in the recent events surrounding the Alabama Public Library System. In an age when too many public institutions have bowed the knee to radical woke agendas, Alabama is blessed to have leaders like John Wahl who are willing to stand in the gap to protect […]

In April, we celebrate Community College Month, a time to recognize the significant impact that community colleges have on individuals, families, and communities across the United States. In Alabama, this celebration takes on special meaning, as Governor Kay Ivey and the Alabama Community College System (ACCS) Board of Trustees officially declared April as Community College […]

To help strengthen workforce development for Alabama’s growing commercial construction industry, Go Build Alabama has launched an updated Training Page. The platform is a more user-friendly directory of training opportunities, including high school career tech programs, apprenticeships, college pathways, and industry-specific certifications, a news release said. RELATED: Alabama construction firms recognized among top performers in […]

Alabama Republican Party Chairman John Wahl called on State House Representatives to pass a bill that would require schools teach the “success sequence” in the Yellowhammer State. According to the bill, the curriculum is a “three-pronged framework for youths and young adults based on research from diverse institutions,” which says that “individuals who complete at […]

 A historic cornerstone of the Civil Rights Movement is taking a major step toward the future with the launch of a new Education and Visitors Center adjacent to Birmingham’s 16th Street Baptist Church. The 13,000-square-foot facility, now under construction in the city’s Civil Rights District, will serve as a dynamic space for education, reflection, and […]