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David S. Fieno, M.D. op-ed: Weight-loss medication coverage would mean a healthier Alabama

As a cardiologist for more than two decades, I’m an advocate for heart health. My patients’ and that of my larger community. Sometimes, that means telling my patients about changes and better choices they must make to improve and extend their lives. It means informing them about the medications available to them, inclu
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Drought improves but isn’t over

Drought improves but isn’t over Rain has visited the Chattahoochee Valley in the past few weeks. Slow, steady showers, and a few thunderstorms, some with high winds that downed trees, have come for several days. Despite sporadic damage, each drop of water has been a blessing. A wetter pattern established it
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Man sentenced for fatal stabbing at Montgomery gas station

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WAKA) – A man has been sentenced to life without parole for a fatal stabbing that happened at a Montgomery gas station. Montgomery County District Attorney Azzie Oliver says Judge J.R. Gaines sentenced Marcus Johnson for the fatal stabbing of Paris Clarke. Oliver says on November 18,...
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Hikers rescued from Alabama caves after severe weather

Alabama officials are urging residents to use caution after severe weather affected parts of the state over the weekend.
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United Methodists close 21 more churches in south Alabama, Panhandle

The Alabama-West Florida Conference of the United Methodist Church voted to close 21 churches on Monday during its annual meeting at First United Methodist Church of Pensacola. “We just pray that while the buildings may be closed, that the ministry will continue in some form or fashion,” said Bishop Jonathan...
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DHR and Alabama DOE team up to distribute Summer EBT benefits

ALABAMA (WCBI) – The State of Alabama is making sure children in low-income households have help with meals this Summer. The Department of Human Resources and the State Department of Education are teaming up to distribute Summer EBT benefits, known as SUN Bucks, to eligible school-aged children. SUN Bucks...
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Alabama AG opposes clemency ahead of execution: ‘Victims are the people I keep in...

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall said he is in “complete opposition” to clemency for Jeffery Lee ahead of his scheduled execution this week. It was unclear as of late Monday afternoon whether any clemency requests had yet been made on behalf of Lee to Gov. Kay Ivey. Lee,...
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More Cities In Alabama Remove Flouride From Water

Alabaster has decided to pull fluoride from its drinking water, joining a wave of communities reconsidering its safety amid rising concerns about health impacts.
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Redistricting In Southern States Has Led To Pronounced Voter Confusion

Last-minute redistricting in Southern states has caused confusion and disenfranchisement for candidates and voters, with racial gerrymandering a major issue.
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Prattville police searching for suspect in theft of services case

PRATTVILLE, Ala. (WSFA) - Authorities are asking for the public’s help identifying and locating a man accused of racking up more than $1,400 in charges on a fraudulent credit card at a hotel in Prattville. Police say the suspect checked into the Montgomery Marriott Prattville Hotel and Conference Center...

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