Summer Food Benefits Approved for 530,000 Alabama Children
An estimated 530,000 Alabama children who get free or reduced price school meals are now eligible for food benefits this summer after the school year ends, officials said Tuesday.
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An estimated 530,000 Alabama children who get free or reduced price school meals are now eligible for food benefits this summer after the school year ends, officials said Tuesday.
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ALGO reports that the main lanes and left shoulder southbound are blocked at this time.
If approved, the gas station would be located on Vaughn Road next to Golden Animal Hospital, across from town hall.
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A Freeze Warning is in effect for most of our counties until Wednesday morning, and Wednesday afternoon will still be cool! #alwx
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