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In loss for Trump, US Supreme Court won't let Postal Service restrict mail ballots

Dothan tax preparer sentenced to 57 months for filing false tax returns

Dothan tax preparer sentenced to 57 months for filing false tax returns

  • Michelle Mann

“While on federal pretrial release and under an explicit order not to commit additional crimes, she continued preparing false tax returns,” said Middle District of Alabama U.S. Attorney Thomas Govan.

Fort Rucker marks 25th anniversary of 9/11

Fort Rucker marks 25th anniversary of 9/11

  • Michelle Mann

Fort Rucker’s first responders and community members gathered to commemorate the tragic events of 9/11 through a 2.33-mile tribute walk.

Enterprise teen, two juveniles charged with first-degree robbery

Enterprise teen, two juveniles charged with first-degree robbery

  • Michelle Mann

An 18-year-old and two juveniles were arrested in Enterprise on charges of first-degree robbery following investigations by the Enterprise Police Department's Criminal Investigations Division and Special Response Team.

Vendors recognized for commitment to Enterprise Farmers Market

Vendors recognized for commitment to Enterprise Farmers Market

  • Michelle Mann

The Enterprise Farmers Market recently held its annual appreciation luncheon to celebrate the commitment of over 50 farmers, artisans, bakers and local vendors who make the market a community hub.

Community gathers to remember 9/11 on 25th anniversary

Community gathers to remember 9/11 on 25th anniversary

  • Michelle Mann

The Enterprise 9/11 Remembrance and Patriot Day Ceremony in Enterprise, featured speeches reflecting on the significance of Sept. 11, 2001.

5 things we learned from week 3 of the high school football season in the Wiregrass

5 things we learned from week 3 of the high school football season in the Wiregrass

  • Alex Husting

The fourth week of high school football for Dothan Eagle coverage teams is officially in the books, and it was another big week of action across the Wiregrass.

Vote Now: Kinston's Easton Parker, Providence Christian's Logan Hagler and Slocomb's Hayes Hatton

Vote Now: Kinston's Easton Parker, Providence Christian's Logan Hagler and Slocomb's Hayes Hatton

  • David Mundee

Three area players have been nominated to be the Dothan Eagle's Player of the Week, vote here.

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Vote Now: Kinston's Easton Parker, Providence Christian's Logan Hagler and Slocomb's Hayes Hatton

Enterprise teen, two juveniles charged with first-degree robbery

Enterprise teen, two juveniles charged with first-degree robbery

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Man charged in Tuscaloosa shooting that injured seven

Man charged in Tuscaloosa shooting that injured seven

A 23-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with a Sept. 12 shooting in west Tuscaloosa that left seven people injured, including a 12-year-old.

Auburn football's reveals depth chart for Week 3 game vs Florida

Auburn football's reveals depth chart for Week 3 game vs Florida

The depth chart ahead of Auburn football's first SEC matchup of the season against Florida has been released on Monday.

Pentagon awards $2 billion metal stockpile contract, commits $450 million to U.S. company

Tungsten and molybdenum are important components of defense systems such as missiles, submarines and jets and are critical to over 100 Department of Defense programs. But China dominates their global supply chain, the Pentagon said Monday, adding that it has taken steps to address the issue. The Department of Defense awarded up to $2 billion — with $150 million guaranteed — to Elmet ...

Arrest made after possible gang-related shooting injured 7 at massive Tuscaloosa reunion: ‘It was chaos’

Arrest made after possible gang-related shooting injured 7 at massive Tuscaloosa reunion: ‘It was chaos’

A suspect has been charged in a weekend shooting in Tuscaloosa that left seven people wounded, including two juveniles who were critically injured. Keyonta Jones, 23, is charged with seven counts of first-degree assault. He was taken into custody Sunday night and is being held without bond in the Tuscaloosa County Jail pending an Aniah’s Law hearing. Jones at age 16 was charged with murder and ...

What Alex Golesh said before Auburn's SEC opener vs Florida

What Alex Golesh said before Auburn's SEC opener vs Florida

Alex Golesh crossed off another milestone last week when Auburn defeated Southern Miss, 43-8, for the first home win of his tenure.

Water restored at Hoover complex after 2 weeks, criminal probe continues

Water restored at Hoover complex after 2 weeks, criminal probe continues

Water is back on at Hoover apartment complex this afternoon after residents went two weeks without service, but Hoover officials said a criminal investigation into the cause of the shutdown remains underway. Central Alabama Water Monday afternoon restored water service to Lorna Place Apartments after its management team made a partial payment. “We know this has been an incredibly difficult ...

FSU athletics in upheaval, and Alabama has been there | Goodbread

FSU athletics in upheaval, and Alabama has been there | Goodbread

As Florida State prepares to visit Alabama football Saturday to complete the back end of a home-and-home series, its football coach, Mike Norvell, is firmly planted on the hottest seat in the ACC.

Alabama gymnastics reveals 2027 schedule, with several NCAA powers coming to town

Alabama gymnastics reveals 2027 schedule, with several NCAA powers coming to town

Alabama gymnastics will bring some of the best college gymnasts to Tuscaloosa in 2027.

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‘25 years later, we still remember’: The Wiregrass commemorates 9/11

‘25 years later, we still remember’: The Wiregrass commemorates 9/11

  • Michelle Mann

Here's how some Wiregrass municipalities are commemorating the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on the United States on Sept. 11, 2001.

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Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry & Zay Flowers Are UNSTOPPABLE

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AI race with China risks 'a race to the bottom', expert warns

AI race with China risks 'a race to the bottom', expert warns

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Cruz, coaching legends make pitch for NIL bill on cusp of votes

Cruz, coaching legends make pitch for NIL bill on cusp of votes

WASHINGTON — Senate advocates of a bipartisan college sports overhaul bill were joined by legendary coaches and current athletes Monday to try shoring up support for the legislation, which is expected on the chamber floor this month. “Some have asked why should Congress get in the middle of this? The answer is simple: because Congress screwed it up in the first place. It has been the federal ...

Enterprise volleyball repeats as tournament champion

Enterprise volleyball repeats as tournament champion

Enterprise volleyball team repeated as the champion of the Enterprise Invitational on Saturday.

Seven Patriots who must step up to replace A.J. Brown

Seven Patriots who must step up to replace A.J. Brown

BOSTON — It’s going to be a long four weeks without A.J. Brown. Maybe even five or six. Brown’s high ankle sprain landed him on injured reserve Saturday, meaning he must miss the Patriots’ upcoming games versus the Steelers, at the Jaguars, at the Bills and against the Raiders at home. If Brown sits for six weeks, a common recovery time for players at his position with this injury, he would ...

Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry & Zay Flowers Are UNSTOPPABLE

Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry & Zay Flowers Are UNSTOPPABLE

Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry and Zay Flowers were UNSTOPPABLE in the Ravens' dominant Week 1 win. Baltimore's superstar trio put on a show as the Ravens dropped 41 points to open the season. #ravens #baltimoreravens #RavensFlock #derrickhenry #lamarjackson

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Magistrate Judge Jerusha T. Adams will speak at Troy University’s Constitution Day 2026 event on Sept. 14 at 3 p.m. on the Troy Campus, sponsored by TROY’s Pre-Law Society.

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Troy University faculty and staff share personal 9/11 experiences during a campus panel and honor first responders through an Air Force ROTC stair climb.

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Auburn-trained historian Brucie Porter develops 9/11 Museum exhibits that connect a generation with no memory of the attacks to their stories, artifacts and impact.

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Auburn-trained historian Brucie Porter develops exhibitions at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, reframing the attacks for visitors too young to remember the day.

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Will ‘The Pitt’ be the biggest Emmy winner? | Streamed & Screened podcast

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With summer largely over, it’s time to turn our attention back to the start of awards season, which kicks off with the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards on Sept. 14.

Do Flock cameras make communities safer? | The Ethical Life podcast

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🎧 The hosts debate whether AI-powered license plate readers provide meaningful public protection or create unacceptable risks involving privacy, misuse and concentrated power.

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🎧 The hosts examine how civil debate, genuine curiosity and shared interests can turn differences in values or politics into opportunities for deeper understanding.

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What to do if you have — or suspect you have — shingles

What to do if you have — or suspect you have — shingles

Tingling, itching or burning in one area on one side of the body. A day or two later, a blistering rash. That telltale sequence suggests you have shingles.

Oprah Winfrey says Sphere show is culmination of her life's work

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The three performances, scheduled for April 2-4, are part of a production called "Oprah Winfrey's AHA."

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If “Practical Magic 2” is conjuring up all the cozy, spooky feelings despite it still feeling like summer, maybe you want to call in the fall with some witchy movies.

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