BCBS of Alabama expands medical scholarship program to serve rural areas, address shortages
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama announced it is expanding its medical scholarship program to better address health disparities, particularly in rural Alabama. “Blue Cross is committed to improving areas where there is currently a shortage of healthcare workers,” said Dr. Darrell Weaver, vice president of healthcare worker engagement for Blue Cross & Blue Shield […]
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7. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito Rejected Justice Alito recused himself from Supreme Court cases related to January 6, despite Democrats questioning his impartiality after reports emerged that controversial flags had been flown in his home after the January 6 riots. In a letter to congressional leaders, Justice Alito clarified that his wife was behind […]
Wind Cave Fitness Hike (Registration Required, Limit 20 Participants) – Health and Fitness – Events
Join Ranger Derik on fitness hike up to Wind Cave to see scenic views of the Tonto National Forest and the Phoenix Valley. Click on this program title for more details. This hike will be 3 miles long and gain 800ft of elevation. For this hike you will need a daypack with at […]
Alabama Truckers, Cattlemen, Ag Commissioner join forces to support Texas cattle farmers after wildfires ravage over 1.5 million acres
Recent Forest fire A series of fires in Texas have drastically reduced the state's vital food supply of hay to sustain its livestock. The fires have reportedly destroyed more than 1.5 million acres of prime cattle land, affecting 85% of the state's cattle. In response to the deepening crisis, the Alabama Cattlemen's Association, the Alabama […]
Regions Foundation, Bessemer community leaders unveil breakthrough in affordable housing ‘one block at a time’
Community leaders and residents lined the block of three new modern homes in Bessemer's Northside neighborhood on Wednesday to witness a long-anticipated milestone for those committed to the area's revitalization and growth. The Bessemer Redevelopment Authority, Regions Foundation, state legislators, city officials and many community partners celebrated the completion of a home that represents a […]
Auburn secures national championship in golf with victory over Florida State
The Auburn University Tigers were crowned national champions after defeating the Florida State Seminoles, 3-2, in the final at the Omni La Costa North Course in Carlsbad, California. This came after a thrilling Tuesday in which the Tigers beat the University of Virginia and Ohio State en route to the program's first ever Final Four […]
Auburn cyber and critical infrastructure institute adds former congressman, national security experts as senior fellows
Auburn University's McCrary Institute for Cyber ​​and Critical Infrastructure Security on Thursday announced the addition of six more senior fellows to its 2024 class. The six new senior fellows join 27 others New Senior Fellows The fellows were announced in February. The university said the experts and staff will add cybersecurity and national security expertise […]
Mark Sears is back at Alabama: What does it mean for the Crimson Tide?
Alabama fans have been holding their breath all through May as the deadline for the team's stars to make a decision about their future approached. Mark Sears sent Crimson Tide fans into a frenzy on Wednesday night when he officially announced he was withdrawing from the NBA draft and would be spending his final year […]
Alabama Power Foundation helps veterans find home through Dovetail Landing
The Alabama Power Foundation announced it has donated $25,000 to a project supporting veterans returning from combat. Dovetail Landing, an organization founded by Gold Star mother Alana Centilli in memory of her son Daniel, aims to provide veterans with a safe and comfortable place to gather and live. The campus currently under construction in Lincoln […]
Creatures of the Night Walk (Registration Required, Limit 12 Participants) – Animals – Events
Join Ranger Eric on a hike to look for nocturnal wildlife, including scorpions! Click on this program title for more details. Look for and learn about the nocturnal critters of the Sonoran Desert with Ranger Eric! Wildlife may include scorpions, spiders, insects, owls, nightjars, reptiles, and mammals. Hiking will be easy to moderate […]
