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Alabama dominates Tennessee, loses Waddle

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KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Losing their most dynamic player left Alabama in no mood to celebrate — not even a big win over a longtime rival. Wide receiver Jaylen Waddle broke his right ankle on the opening kickoff Saturday, about the only thing that didn’t go the Crimson Tide’s way in a 48-17 victory over Tennessee. Mac Jones threw for…

Alabama’s Jaylen Waddle done for the Season

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KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Alabama coach Nick Saban said junior wide receiver Jaylen Waddle is out for the rest of the season after hurting his right ankle on the opening kickoff Saturday against Tennessee. “It’s a shame because the guy’s a great player,” Saban told CBS at halftime. “It’s exciting for college football to see a guy playing like that. I hate…

Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth Tests Positive for COVID-19

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Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth/Source: State of Alabama Alabama Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth has tested positive for COVID-19. Lt. Governor Ainsworth says he was tested out of an abundance of caution after being notified that a member of his Sunday school church group had acquired the Coronavirus. State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris informed Ainsworth of his results and says his…

Survey: Alabama Child Care Enrollment Down by 23,000 Kids

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(AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)A new state report shows enrollment in child care centers across Alabama has dropped by more than 23,000 children since the coronavirus pandemic began. Human Resources says an October study showed that 85% of the 2,381 facilities it surveyed have reopened since the initial lockdown that forced businesses to close. But centers that have reopened are operating at…

COVID-19 Worsening in Alabama After Weeks of Improvement

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The coronavirus pandemic appears to be worsening again in Alabama after weeks of improvement. Figures show the virus has been spreading at a quickened pace since early October. Around 840 people have been hospitalized a day over the past week, compared to about 750 a day in late September. Donald Williamson, the president of the Alabama Hospital Association, said Tuesday…

Former Alabama QB Tua Tagovailoa Named Starter for Dolphins

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Per ESPN’s AdamSchefter, former Alabama Quarterback Tua Tagaovailoa named starter for the Miami Dolphins. Tagovailoa made his NFL debut in a blowout win Sunday versus the New York Jets. He was 2 of 2 passing for 9 yards. Dolphins have a bye this week. When they rerun the next week for a home game against the Rams, Tua Tagovailoa will be…

Alabama, Saban react to Georgia win as Tennessee prep begins

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Alabama football’s Mac Jones was selected as the Southeastern Conference Offensive Player of the Week, the league office announced on Monday. The honor is Jones’ second this season as the redshirt junior also picked up league honors following the Texas A&M matchup.= Offensive Player of the Week Mac Jones Guided Alabama to a commanding 41-24 win over then-No….

Auto Supplier Expansion Adding More Jobs in Alabama

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The state of Alabama says a planned expansion by a European auto supplier will add more than 180 new jobs in two cities. The governor’s office announced $56 million in projects by International Automotive Components Group North America Inc. on Monday. The company plans a roughly $34 million expansion and 119 new jobs in Cottondale, where it will make door…

No. 2 Alabama roars back for 41-24 win over No. 3 Georgia

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TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Mac Jones passed for 417 yards and four touchdowns and No. 2 Alabama’s aerial assault picked apart No. 3 Georgia’s heralded defense in the second half of a 41-24 victory. The Crimson Tide, with coach Nick Saban stalking the sideline after a COVID-19 scare, rallied with three touchdowns in a 10-minute span starting late in the…