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09/24/2026 · Wilcox County

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Supreme Court Addresses Mail-In Voting, Judicial Action in Recent Decisions

Supreme Court Addresses Mail-In Voting, Judicial Action in Recent Decisions

The Supreme Court recently considered the Trump administration's request to implement an executive order on mail-in voting. Concurrently, Justice Sotomayor denied a request to pause a financial judgment against Palestinian authorities. Legal challenges concerning tariffs and school policies also continue.

09/23/2026
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Supreme Court Declines Trump Appeal in Carroll Case, Considers Texas Ten Commandments Law

The Supreme Court denied a request by former President Donald Trump to reconsider a $5 million verdict in a case brought by E. Jean Carroll. Separately, lawyers have asked the justices to review a Texas law mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms.

09/24/2026

Education

Meta Reaches Potential $18 Billion Settlement in Youth Harm Lawsuits

Meta Platforms Inc. has agreed to a potential settlement of up to $18 billion to resolve lawsuits alleging its social media platforms caused harm to young users. The agreement aims to address numerous claims filed by school districts and state attorneys general nationwide.

09/24/2026

Education

Trump Administration Launches Foundry School for Manufacturing Workforce Training

The Trump Administration launched Foundry School, a national training program designed to prepare individuals for careers in American manufacturing. Vice President JD Vance will headline the launch event for the initiative, which seeks to fill an estimated 3.8 million skilled worker positions by 2033.

09/25/2026

Education

Educators Consider School Calendar Adjustments Amid Rising Temperatures

Teachers across the country are expressing concerns about classroom functionality during hotter months. They indicate that current school calendars, largely developed in previous centuries, may no longer suit contemporary climate patterns. This issue could prompt widespread re-evaluation of academic schedules.

09/25/2026

Education

Student Living Costs Prompt Shift to Home-Based University Study

A growing number of university students are choosing to live at home due to increasing accommodation costs. This decision impacts their perceived university experience. Students cite financial pressures as the primary factor.

09/25/2026

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Secretary of State Wes Allen Reminds Alabamians of November 3 General Election Absentee Deadlines

Wes Allen, Alabama’s Secretary of State, reminds Alabama voters that county absentee election managers must receive mail-in absentee ballot applications by Tuesday, October 27, 2026. The deadline to return an absentee ballot application in person is Thursday, October 29, 2026.  Absentee ballots being returned in-person must be received by the county absentee election manager by close of business on the day before the election, November 2, 2026. Absentee ballots returned by mail must be received no later than noon on Election Day, November 3, 2026. It is recommended to mail in your absentee ballot application and absentee ballots at least two weeks before the deadline for county absentee election managers to receive them. Under Alabama law, voters must have a qualifying reason to vote by absentee ballot. Voters are required to identify their qualifying reason on their absentee ballot application. For the list of qualifying reasons to vote absentee, visit https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter/absentee-voting.  Voters are required to present a valid form of photo identification before voting at their polling place or when requesting an absentee ballot.  For more information on absentee voting in Alabama or to download an absentee ballot application, visit www.AlabamaVotes.gov.  Wes Allen is Alabama’s 54th Secretary of State. The Secretary of State is Alabama’s Chief Elections Official. Additionally, Alabama law gives the Secretary of State more than 1,000 different duties. To learn more about the Secretary of State and his responsibilities and duties visit www.sos.alabama.gov.  ###  *Secretary of State Wes Allen’s official photograph: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/sites/default/files/inline-images/AllenBioHighRes.jpg *Absentee Election Manager contact information: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/city-county-lookup/absentee-election-manager  *2026 Election Administration Calendar: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/sites/default/files/election-2026/AdminCalendar%20-2026.pdf  *Learn more about photo voter ID requirements or get your free photo voter ID: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/photo-voter-id P.O. Box 5616 Montgomery, AL 36103-5616 Phone: (334) 242-7200 Fax: (334) 242-4993

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Public Hearing Announced for New Regulations by AG's Office

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Alabama Attorney General's office will hold a public hearing concerning proposed regulations pertaining to [specific area of regulation, if mentioned in original content]. The hearing is scheduled for [Date] at [Time] in the [Location/Room Number] at the Attorney General's office, [Address]. Written comments will also be accepted until [Date]. Further details and the full text of the proposed regulations are available on our website.

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Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Wes Allen Returning Elections to Maps Approved by Alabama Legislature

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Election Integrity Update from Secretary of State Wes Allen: “Noncitizen Pleads Guilty to Voting in Alabama Elections in Federal Court”

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Secretary of State Wes Allen Files Legal Motion to Fast-Track Redistricting Case

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