Opinion


NIL era has become a complete disaster
Columnists, Opinion
April 1, 2026
The modern NIL era is a complete disaster. Players walk away from contracts just to chase a new shiny opportunity. Coaches are left begging their alum...
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Editorials, Opinion
April 1, 2026
Spring is officially here, having arrived last week. The days are longer than the nights, the temperatures are rising — along with the pollen count — ...
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Still waiting for rural ambulance answers
Columnists, Opinion
March 25, 2026
Rural Alabama has been waiting decades for access to affordable health services — and despite the empty promises of a bill funneling millions of dolla...
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GFWC focuses on Alzheimer’s
Columnists, Opinion
HERE AND NOW
March 25, 2026
The GFWC Book Lovers Study Club focused on Alzheimer’s awareness during its March meeting at Russellville First Baptist Church. Alzheimer’s disease gr...
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News, Opinion
March 18, 2026
Kyle Senkbeil knew from the start there was really no chance the Alabama High School Athletic Association would replay six state semifinal basketball ...
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Who defines professional competence in Alabama?
Columnists, Opinion
March 18, 2026
I recently reviewed an extraordinary student paper. The student analyzed a proposed state policy, determined it conflicted with our profession’s ethic...
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Gardens have their own notes in history
Columnists, Opinion
HERE AND NOW
March 18, 2026
Gardens often carry more history than people realize. That felt especially true this month, as our March meeting and the Liberty Tree ceremony at the ...
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Keeping education first in high school sports
Columnists, Opinion
March 11, 2026
Sports at the high school level are experiencing record participation. It is also experiencing unprecedented pressure. Across the country, young athle...
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Retired educators updated on Overton Farm progress
Columnists, Opinion
HERE AND NOW
March 11, 2026
The Franklin County Retired Educators Association (FCERA) recently welcomed former circuit judge Sharon Hindman Hester to speak about Overton Farm and...
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