By Mike Cason | mcason@al.com Gov. Kay Ivey has signed into law a bill to require insurance companies to cover prostate cancer screening at no cost for men who are at high risk of the disease. The bill was sponsored by Sen. Steve Livingston, R-Scottsboro, and Rep. Jeremy Gray, D-Opelika. The amendment to rename the […]
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birminghamal.gov The City of Birmingham is offering opportunities for residents to connect directly with local government through its Academy of Civic Engagement, also called ACE. Since 2019, this city-wide leadership initiative has aimed to empower residents with a deeper understanding of how municipal government works — and how they can serve and lead within their communities. More than 1,400 residents have participated, going on to become […]
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After losing two close games on the road to Alcorn State (57-55) and Jackson State (91-86), senior swingman Jakobi Heady’s play helpedfirst-place Bethune-Cookman return home and get wins over Alabama State and Alabama A&M that […]
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By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Emerging evidence suggests that compounds in cocoa extract — especially flavanols — may offer meaningful benefits for heart health and inflammation. Researchers have found that these plant-derived molecules help improve blood […]
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Day two of the 2026 CIAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball tournament featured close contests and commanding victories, solidifying semifinal spots.
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