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In this June 20, 2017, file photo, John Prine poses in his offices in Nashville, Tenn. Alabama News
The Alabama Troubadours present The Music of John Prine February 8 in Columbiana

A tribute to John Prine Feb. 8 at the Song Theater in Columbiana. "You Never Even Called Me by My Name."

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Retired Homeland Security agent Angelo Fermo details what can be done in Alabama to fight crime by illegal migrants

Retired Homeland Security agent Angelo Fermo gave overview of crime by illegal aliens in Alabama.

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Former GOP candidate for governor Dean Odle sets 'special announcement' for January 11

Pastor Dean Odle sets "special announcement" for Jan. 11 in Montgomery.

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Waterfront Rescue Mission coordinates five warming shelters in Mobile

Five warming centers are open in Mobile now to Saturday.

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Beekeepers’ Symposium February 1 in Clanton; Includes get-started course for beginners

Annual state symposium for beekeepers is Feb. 1st in Clanton. For pros and beginners alike.

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Fmr State Rep. Kvalheim elected Mobile County Republican Executive Committee chairman

Mobile Republican Party elected a new Chair Monday, former Rep. Ken Kvalheim.

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Eagle Forum to meet in West Mobile on Tuesday to discuss human trafficking, border security

Public meeting Tuesday, Jan. 7 on border security and human trafficking. 6 p.m. at Hill Spring Baptist Church in west Mobile. Eagle Forum

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Rare collection of illustrated manuscripts from 13th to 18th centuries exhibited in Mobile Jan. 10 – May 25

You can go back to medieval Europe, viewing manuscripts and art from that time at the History Museum of Mobile.

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Tricia Strange retiring as Mobile County GOP chairwoman; New officers to be elected Monday

A new chair of the Mobile County GOP will be elected Monday. Tricia Strange, four-year chair, is retiring.

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SAMURAI: Japanese collection at History Museum of Mobile now to January 12

You can travel to Japan and back to the 12th century without ever leaving Alabama. Japanese Samurai collection at History Museum of Mobile now to January 12

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Valentine dinner/dance Feb. 14 at USS Alabama pavilion

Make your date for Valentine's Day evening, Friday, Feb. 14. Dinner and dance at the Battleship USS Alabama pavilion.

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Alabama U.S. Senator led opposition to giveaway of Panama Canal in 1978

History repeats itself, and so does Alabama leadership in the U.S. Senate. Sen. Jim Allen led opposition to 1978 treaty giving away Panama Canal. Now, Sen. Tommy Tuberville leads in reclaiming Canal.

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Shakespeare’s ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ comes to Mobile in March, April

A play by Shakespeare will be performed by Alabama actors at Mobile's Playhouse in the Park in March and April: A Midsummer Night's Dream.

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Mardi Gras kicks off in Mobile Thursday with tree lighting

It's coming real soon. The Mardi Gras season starts Jan. 9 in Mobile with a tree lighting at Mardi Gras Park.

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Iraq veteran found not guilty of attempted murder due to PTSD

Robert Chapman, Iraq veteran from Mobile, found not guilty due to PTSD

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American Idol winner Taylor Hicks starts 2025 tour at Shelby County Arts Council January 10-11

Taylor Hicks appears in Columbiana, Alabama January 10-11.

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Long-time Montgomery attorney Doyle Fuller, who saved PACT tuition program, dies on Christmas Day

Attorney Doyle Fuller died on Christmas Day. He represented 55,000 Alabama families who were short-changed in the PACT tuition program.

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2025 Jewish Film Festival begins Jan. 12 in Mobile, Baldwin Counties

New films showcasing Jewish history and culture at filmfest in Mobile and Baldwin Counties January 12-30.

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Jim Zeigler: A powerful 2025 New Year’s resolution; different and difference-making

Possibly the world's simplest and easiest New Year's resolution. You can quit by the end of January but benefit all year.

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Longest-living president, Jimmy Carter, dies at 100

Former President Jimmy Carter has died at age 100.

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Storm damage across Alabama Saturday; NWS survey teams inspecting damage in north Alabama (PHOTOS)

Strong straight-line winds and a few possible small tornadoes hit Alabama Saturday in a number of locations.

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Two puppies thrown off top of Mobile County's Dog River Bridge rescued

What happened Saturday afternoon at Mobile's Dog River Bridge is two opposite stories—one of heartless cruelty by an SUV driver and the other of instant selfless action by nearby Good Samaritans and first responders.

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An Alabama story: Novel 'Kinfolk' by Sean Dietrich

The novel "Kinfolk" by Sean Dietrich tells an Alabama story of second chances.

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Jim Zeigler: What further damage could the Biden handlers do before their January 20 exit — to the nation and to Alabama?

The Biden administration has done harmful things since losing the Nov. 5 election. What more damage can we expect before January 20th?

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Mobile hosts free all-day fest on New Year’s Eve

New Year's Eve festivities in Mobile will not be just at night. Starting at 11 a.m., there are things for young and old.

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Jim Zeigler: Should public officials compose New Year's resolutions for their offices?

New Year's resolutions by public officials? Here's why and two examples.

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A New Year’s Day death memorialized 72 years later: Hank Williams, Sr.

A wreath-laying and musical memorial for Hank Williams, Sr. will be on New Year's Day at Montgomery's Oakwood Cemetery Annex.

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