April 2026 – Page 16

Woodruff, Brownrigg Lead Push for New Educators Sorority Chapter

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Two Alabama A&M University faculty members are leading an initiative to expand professional and leadership opportunities for women educators across North Alabama through the creation of a new Huntsville-area chapter of the National Sorority of […]

Riley Earns Prestigious Black-Tie Scholarship

April 7, 2026 Bouldin 0

Alabama A&M University senior Makahla Riley, a business management major from Huntsville, Alabama, is one of seven recipients of the Black-Tie Scholarship to be recognized at this year’s event. Riley, a transfer student who has […]

Routine Dental Visit Turns Life-Altering:Texas Father Loses Limbs After Severe Infection

April 7, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS NATIONWIDE — What began as a routine dental visit has turned into a life-altering medical crisis for a Texas father, raising awareness about how quickly infections can escalate. Davon Vanterpool, a […]

Louisiana Murder Suspect Captured in Alabama After Attempt to Conceal Identity

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By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS MOBILE, Ala. — A Louisiana man wanted in connection with the Easter Sunday killings of his mother and grandmother has been arrested in Alabama after authorities say he attempted to hide […]

Burglary Suspect Falls Through Ceiling, Arrested After Early Morning Break-In in Dothan

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By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS DOTHAN, Ala. — A late-night burglary attempt took an unexpected turn when a suspect fell through the ceiling and was later apprehended by police after fleeing the scene. Jacob Mark Wilson […]

Grissom High School Incident Raises Safety Awareness After Gun Found in Student’s Vehicle

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By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — A student at Grissom High School was arrested after a firearm was discovered in a vehicle on campus, prompting swift action from school officials and law enforcement. According […]

Alabama House Advances School Accountability Bill, Raising Questions About Fairness and Outcomes

April 7, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS MONTGOMERY, Ala. — The Alabama House of Representatives has passed a bill to reshape how public schools are evaluated, sparking both support and concern among lawmakers and educators. House Bill 604, […]

Opinion | Bill allowing takeover of Montgomery PD solves nothing, makes no sense

April 7, 2026 Bouldin 0

Legislation seeking to force Montgomery to hire more police officers ignores reality and basic common sense. By Josh Moon What exactly do Alabama Republicans want the people in Montgomery to do? Over the course of […]

10.5 Billion Education Budget Advances: Raises, Bonuses, and School Funding Take Center Stage

April 7, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Alabama lawmakers are moving forward with a major investment in education, as the State Senate has approved a $10.5 billion education budget that includes pay raises for teachers […]

A Legendary Voice for a Historic Moment: Phylicia Rashad to Inspire Oakwood University’s Class of 2026

April 7, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — One of America’s most iconic voices in television, theater, and education is headed to Huntsville to celebrate the next generation of leaders. Oakwood University has announced that award-winning […]