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DOE’s Record-Breaking $26.5B Loan Aims to Cut Power Bills for GA and AL
energy10 hours ago

DOE’s Record-Breaking $26.5B Loan Aims to Cut Power Bills for GA and AL

The Energy Department closed a historic $26.5 billion loan package to fund Southern Company subsidiaries, delivering over $7 billion in electricity cost savings to millions of customers in Georgia and Alabama. The program will support about 16 GW of firm power, including new gas generation, nuclear uprates, hydropower modernization, battery storage, and transmission upgrades, while lowering the utility’s interest expenses by over $300 million per year and boosting jobs and grid reliability.

via Department of Energy (.gov)|
#alabama#energy#finance
Gators Roll Past Alabama 100-77 in SEC Showdown
sports23 days ago

Gators Roll Past Alabama 100-77 in SEC Showdown

Florida raced to a dominant 100-77 win over No. 23 Alabama, shooting 51% and turning 18 Crimson Tide turnovers into 25 points while Alabama couldn’t keep up. Condon led with 25 points, Haugh added 22, Chinyelu posted a 14-point, 17-rebound double-double, and Boogie Fland chipped in 15 points, 8 assists and a school-record eight steals as UF never trailed after a big second-half run. Florida finished with only two turnovers all game and dominated in the paint 72-26; Alabama’s offense struggled despite 3-point shooting. Next up: Florida at Texas A&M after a midweek bye.

via Florida Gators|
#alabama#college-basketball#florida
Ty Simpson chooses Alabama loyalty over a transfer bid
sports25 days ago

Ty Simpson chooses Alabama loyalty over a transfer bid

After declaring for the NFL draft, Alabama QB Ty Simpson turned down portal offers, including a reportedly substantial NIL bid, choosing to stay with Alabama to preserve his legacy and cap his college career with the Tide. He emphasizes pride in wearing Alabama and wanting his draft card to read the Crimson Tide, a decision highlighted as admirable in a sport increasingly shaped by business and NIL opportunities.

via NBC Sports|
#alabama#college-football#nil
NCAA Recusal Push Sees Tuscaloosa Judge Withdraw From Bediako Case
sports28 days ago

NCAA Recusal Push Sees Tuscaloosa Judge Withdraw From Bediako Case

The NCAA won a bid to have Tuscaloosa County Circuit Court Judge James Roberts recused from the Charles Bediako case over concerns about impartiality tied to his Alabama ties; Bediako’s lawyers did not oppose the move and stressed the court’s fairness, while a new Tuscaloosa County judge will be assigned to reschedule the injunction hearing as the eligibility dispute continues following a TRO extension.

via On3|
#alabama#charles-bediako#ncaa
SEC Scandals Put Greg Sankey Under Pressure
sports29 days ago

SEC Scandals Put Greg Sankey Under Pressure

Two SEC episodes—Ole Miss allegedly tampering with Clemson recruit Luke Ferrelli and Alabama’s use of former pro Charles Bediako under a court order—are described as clear NCAA violations, prompting questions about commissioner Greg Sankey’s ability to enforce rules and highlighting a broader culture of rule-bending in pursuit of wins, with scrutiny of conference dominance and playoff structure amid ongoing governance debates.

via Sports Illustrated|
#alabama#college-football#ncaa-violations
Alabama Braces for Freezing Rain North, Severe Storm Risk South Sunday
weather1 month ago

Alabama Braces for Freezing Rain North, Severe Storm Risk South Sunday

Alabama faces a mixed winter storm: freezing rain and sleet north of I-20 and a line of showers and thunderstorms Sunday with 40–60 mph gusts and a few tornadoes likely south of I-20; winds ahead of the line may reach 30 mph, temps rise above freezing by Sunday evening except in far NW counties under an Ice Storm Warning, then very cold air arrives with gusty winds and a chance of snow flurries Sunday night into Monday.

via ema.alabama.gov|
#alabama#freezing-rain#severe-storms
Alabama Braces for Ice, Snow, and Severe Storms This Weekend
weather1 month ago

Alabama Braces for Ice, Snow, and Severe Storms This Weekend

Alabama faces a multi‑part winter storm this weekend, with ice-storm warnings in Lauderdale, Colbert and Franklin counties, winter weather advisories and a watch near I-20. Precipitation arrives Saturday, bringing 2‑4 inches of liquid‑equivalent precipitation (higher in the north) and up to about 1 inch of freezing rain in the far north, while the southern half could see 1‑3 inches of rain. Freezing rain may mix with sleet north of I‑20 early, and snow is possible in the far northwest (up to about 1 inch) Sunday afternoon. A line of showers and thunderstorms with 40–60 mph gusts and a tornado risk could affect the southern half Sunday. Very cold air follows, with teens north to 20s elsewhere Monday, wind chills potentially as low as -3 in the north, and highs in the 20s–40s; Tuesday brings single digits north to teens south. Roadways could develop icy spots from any standing water.

via ema.alabama.gov|
#alabama#cold-weather#ice-storm
Six-Figure Donor Judge Grants Bediako Immediate Alabama Eligibility
college-sports1 month ago

Six-Figure Donor Judge Grants Bediako Immediate Alabama Eligibility

A Tuscaloosa County judge with notable Alabama ties ruled Charles Bediako immediately eligible to play for Alabama after leaving for the NBA draft, a decision that comes as he sues the NCAA to reinstate remaining college eligibility. The ruling raises ethics questions because the judge and his wife are connected to Alabama athletics and a related murder case defense, prompting scrutiny over potential conflicts of interest in NCAA eligibility disputes.

via Front Office Sports|
#alabama#charles-bediako#college-sports