Alabama’s SNAP program is facing upcoming federal budget cuts and potential limits on what can be bought.
Alabama’s SNAP Program Faces Changes About one in five residents in Alabama benefits from the Supplementary Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), previously known as “Food Stamps.” According to the US Department of Agriculture, more than 350,000 low-income households receive an average of $192 per person through this program, which can be spent only on certain eligible […]
Alabama grows its well-regarded First Class Pre-K program by adding 58 new classrooms
Expansion of Pre-K Classrooms in Alabama Last Friday, Governor Ivey announced the addition of 58 new first-class Pre-K classrooms for the 2025-2026 school year. This initiative continues the state’s effort to expand its nationally acclaimed programs in partnership with the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education. With these new additions, the total number of first-class […]
New nationwide school voucher program added in major law, with no limit on expenses
WASHINGTON – A new school choice initiative has recently become law, including significant warnings. The national private school voucher program allows states to choose whether to participate in it. Those in favor of the program have been keeping an eye on it, as it was signed into law on July 4th by President Donald Trump […]
ABPP’s Reentry Program achieves a significant milestone with its 10th graduating class
Alabama Department of Amnesty and Parole Celebrates 10th Graduation Class On July 3rd, the Alabama Department of Amnesty and Parole (ABPP) marked a significant achievement with the graduation of its 10th class from the Preparation Program. This initiative showcases the department’s dedication to public safety and rehabilitation through the transformative efforts at the Perry County […]
Safford Library Introduces “Color Our World” Summer Reading Program
(Safford, Arizona) – The Safford City-Graham County Library is inviting everyone, regardless of age, to join the Summer 2025 Reading Program starting Monday, June 2nd. This year’s theme, Color Our World, embraces creativity and presents a range of free activities aimed at encouraging the community to read, learn, and connect all summer long. “Summer reading […]
Alabama father calls on lawmakers to move forward with delayed medical cannabis program
Alabama Medical Cannabis Concerns Persist Four years after medical cannabis was legalized in Alabama, a prominent parent advocate is urging lawmakers to take action as patients continue to face obstacles in accessing care. Dustin Chandler, a supporter of Carly’s Law in 2014—which aimed to help seizure patients use limited amounts of CBD—expressed frustration over the […]
Summer Bash expands reading program in Cochise County
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Intel Indicates Iranian Nuclear Program Delayed by ‘One to Two Years’, Pentagon Spokesperson States
Pentagon Report on Iran’s Nuclear Program After U.S. Strike The Pentagon’s latest intelligence assessment indicates that a U.S. strike on Iran’s significant nuclear facilities has delayed the country’s nuclear program by “a year or two,” according to Sean Parnell, the Pentagon’s chief spokesman. This information was shared with reporters on Wednesday. The June 21 strike […]
State Department Discontinues Long-Running Program for Under-Performing Diplomats
State Department Ends Controversial Diplomat Benefits Program The State Department has concluded a long-standing program that provided benefits and financial support to diplomats transitioning out of the department, as revealed in memos obtained recently. According to an internal memo, the pension exception allowed foreign service members to continue receiving State Department salaries beyond their designated […]
The study of education: Initial group of new AUTeach program graduates focused on solving Alabama’s lack of science teachers
The first group of three graduates is set to receive their certifications from May 9th to 12th. Schnittka mentioned that Broom will be certified in biology. King, majoring in both interdisciplinary health sciences and science education, is qualified to teach all science subjects. Meanwhile, Belcher, with a dual major in physics and science education, can […]
