The Alabama High School Athletic Assocation has released a statement regarding the cancellation of all spring sports. The announcement of the cancellation was made by Alabama State School Superintendent Dr. Eric Mackey at a news conference yesterday. AHSAA Executive Director…
The Alabama Department of Labor has released unemployment numbers for February, before the coronavirus hit the state and led to many business closures and layoffs. The preliminary, seasonally adjusted February unemployment rate is unchanged at 2.7%, a record low, and…
A third person in Alabama has died from the Coronavirus. According to the Alabama Department of Public Health's COVID-19 Dashboard, a resident in Madison County passed away from the virus. The age or gender of the victim, has not been…
Hyundai Motor Corporation is in communications with the government of the Republic of South Korea to explore the possibility of sending surplus test kits to Alabama. The action comes after Mayor Steven L. Reed requested assistance to combat the Coronavirus…
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security, at the direction of President Donald J. Trump, is extending the REAL ID enforcement deadline to Oct. 1, 2021, in response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Alabama’s version of the federal REAL ID program is…
The parent company of Winn-Dixie stores says it is adding new safety measures in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Southeastern Grocers, Inc. says it will start installing protective Plexiglas partitions in all…
President Donald Trump says federal officials are developing guidelines to rate counties by risk of virus spread. Trump wants to begin easing nationwide guidelines meant to stem the coronavirus outbreak. In a letter Thursday to the nation's governors, Trump says…
Looks like students are headed back to school. Governor Kay Ivey announced today, that on April 6, all K-12 public schools shall implement a plan to complete the 2019-2020…
The Foundation for Moral Law by and through its President Emeritus Judge Roy Moore, President Kayla Moore, and Senior Counsel John Eidsmoe issued a statement in which they take exception to Orders of Governor Kay Ivey which effectively stop voluntary…
A major concern with Coronavirus testing in Alabama is access in the rural areas. These areas are already medically under-served and present challenges for state health leaders. Macon County EMA…
Due to grocery store shortages, Alabama’s Texas Roadhouse locations are selling ready-to-grill steaks directly to the public. The ready-to-grill kit includes meat, seasonings and directions for consumers to cook at home.  “The decision to sell steaks was based on…
The University of Alabama at Birmingham will take part in an NIH-sponsored global clinical trial to evaluate the safety and efficacy of novel therapeutic agents in hospitalized adult patients diagnosed with COVID-19. The drug "remdesivir" is the first agent to…
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is maintaining essential services, such as road and bridge maintenance and construction, during the continuation of a national effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Work to repair slides and other roadway failures resulting…
Sitel Group, a customer experience (CX) management company, announced it will begin hiring more than 150 associates in Alabama immediately to support client growth. All employees will have the opportunity to work from home and support some of Sitel Group’s…
The Alabama Department of Labor has released the official count for initial unemployment claims filed during the week of March 15 – March 21. There were 10,982 initial claims filed either online or by telephone during this time period. Click  County…
A City of Troy Employee has tested positive for COVID-19. This is the second confirmed case in Pike County. City of Troy Jason Mayor Reeves released the following statement: We have had our second confirmed case in Pike County. This…
Governor Kay Ivey released a statement addressing the first confirmed death related to the Coronavirus outbreak: "It is with profound sadness that I confirm that one of our citizens has passed away from the COVID-19 virus. I extend my prayers…
The number of COVID-19 cases across Alabama has jumped to almost 400. They say there are 386 cases in 39 counties as of Wednesday at 4:30pm. There was a jump of…
Troy University officials learned Wednesday that a student and faculty member from Troy University’s Troy campus have tested positive for the COVID-19 coronavirus. Both individuals self-reported to the University and are currently…
According to the Jackson County Commission Facebook page, an Jackson County employee has died from the coronavirus. The Alabama Department of Public Health has confirmed this. The county sends their sympathy to…
The days and times for pickup of meals at Montgomery Public Schools sites will be changing starting Monday, March 30. Pickup will be available on Monday and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Meals received will cover breakfast and…
Florida-based grocery chain Publix says it will begin installing plexiglass barriers at the cash registers to protect its workers and customers from the coronavirus. A company spokeswoman says all of its stores should have the barriers installed within the next…
School systems across Alabama are operating with uncertainty, as teachers and students are home for an unexpected break amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Alabama students are out of school until April 6th…
All public funerals in Macon County are prohibited, effective immediately. Funeral directors have been informed of this guidance. Small graveside services are to be arranged. This guidance will be enforced by local law enforcement. Macon County Emergency Management Agency Director…
Thousands of Alabamians are filing for unemployment benefits as the coronavirus pandemic causes workplaces to temporarily close or reduce operations. The Alabama Department of Labor said nearly 17,000 people filed unemployment claims over two days. Most of the claims were…
