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.

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.

Trump told UA graduates that he believes they are going to contribute more to the future than students from more Ivy League schools.

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 […]

Trump’s is scheduled to address at the University of Alabama’s spring commencement ceremony on May 1, 2025.

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.

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.

ALGOP Chair Wahl called on State House to pass a bill that would require schools teach the "success sequence" in the Yellowhammer State.

 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.

As a prelude to this year’s Yellowhammer News Power & Influence Top 50 list, launching next month in its thirteenth annual installment, we are proud to continue a tradition that asks an important question in the political landscape of Alabama: Who’s Next? Year after year, Power & Influence offers the most candid insight into the […]

The Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences Foundation has announced that veteran fundraiser J. Scott Huffman, CFRE, will serve as its inaugural President and CEO.

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 […]

Israel Jones, a fifth grader at Glen Oaks Intermediate School in Fairfield, said he always wanted to be an engineer when he got older. Now he also wants to be a lineman for a big utility.

Dr. Donna Guerra, a clinical associate professor at the University of Alabama in Huntsville, has been selected president of the Alabama League of Nursing.

Alabama attorneys are preparing to step out of the courtroom and into classrooms across the state on May 1 and 2 as part of Law Day 2025.

The Alabama School of Cyber Technology and Engineering (ASCTE) Board of Trustees has unanimously approved its 2025–2030 Strategic Plan.

Over the last century or so, Alabama seems to have developed a knack for producing strong female leaders. Helen Keller, Rosa Parks, Coretta Scott King, and Harper Lee have all been shrouded in international fame and glory. Today, our governor, junior U.S. senator, state Supreme Court Chief Justice, and Public Service Commission president are all […]

The University of Montevallo (UM) has again been designated a military-friendly school, highlighting the institution’s strong commitment to providing exceptional support and resources for its military students and their families.

The Alabama House of Representatives on Wednesday passed a historic $12.1 billion Education Trust Fund (ETF) budget for Fiscal Year 2026, advancing a record investment in public education that prioritizes school choice, targeted student support, and new benefits for educators. The sweeping package includes SB112 and its supplemental appropriations, sending the legislation back to the […]

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 […]