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• A lost opportunity

  10-05-2023 16:54 via alabamagazette.com
  
  I don’t remember being so annoyed as I was the other day. There I was sitting with a friend, sulking about a lost opportunity to pull the trigger on a tom turkey. The night before, we had seen a gobbler and a hen move into a certain part of the woods. We surmised they would certainly roost there, so our plans were to be their wake-up call the next morning. The next day we were in place as the...
  
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• What a complete stranger can take from you with just your name and city

  23-02-2026 12:27 via alabamagazette.com
  
  What a complete stranger can take from you with just your name and city With how advanced technology has gotten, your personal information doesn’t only live on official documents or personal files—it all exists somewhere online. And most of the time, it’s easier for strangers to find than you’d expect. In fact, in 2025, a record 279 million people were affected by data compromises, according to a...
  
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• Top global expansion ecommerce markets: Where US-based brands are growing next

  23-02-2026 12:27 via alabamagazette.com
  
  Top global expansion ecommerce markets: Where US-based brands are growing next As cross-border ecommerce continues to outpace many domestic channels, U.S.-based brands are looking beyond their home market for their next phase of growth. Globally, 59% of shoppers purchase from retailers outside their home country, and 35% do so at least once a month, underscoring how mainstream international...
  
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• Riggs Walker Enters Race for Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals, Place 5

  23-02-2026 12:27 via alabamagazette.com
  
  Shorter, Alabama - Riggs Walker, a conservative Republican with more than 26 years of experience in criminal law, has officially launched his campaign for Place 5 on the Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals. Walker, 57, is a lifelong resident of Shorter, Alabama. He earned a B.A. in Speech Communication from Auburn University in 1991 and worked in the printing industry to support himself through law...
  
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• Pennsylvania's unique system of electing poll workers comes with downsides

  23-02-2026 12:27 via alabamagazette.com
  
  Pennsylvania’s unique system of electing poll workers comes with downsides For this November’s election, no candidate was listed on the ballot for judge of elections in Scranton’s Ward 6, Precinct 1. So the poll worker on duty allegedly wrote her own name on the ballots. According to the Lackawanna County district attorney, Kathie Sico, who was serving as the precinct’s judge of elections that day...
  
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• On February 23, 1883: Alabama Becomes the First U.S. State to Enact an Antitrust Law

  23-02-2026 12:27 via alabamagazette.com
  
  February 23, 1883 - MONTGOMERY - When Alabama lawmakers gathered in Montgomery on February 23, 1883, they likely did not imagine they were about to make national history. Yet on that day, Alabama became the first state in the nation to enact an antitrust law-an extraordinary milestone that placed the state at the forefront of America's early struggle to rein in monopolies, protect consumers,...
  
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• Most commonly seen birds in Alabama

  23-02-2026 12:27 via alabamagazette.com
  
  RJM Behind the Lens // Shutterstock Most commonly seen birds in Alabama Stacker compiled a list of the most common birds seen near feeders in Alabama using data from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology's Project FeederWatch. Birds are ranked by the percent of sites visited from Jan. 31 to Feb. 13. Ties are broken by the average group size when seen, any further ties were not broken. Data was...
  
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• Empowering patients: How technology is reshaping doctor-patient interactions

  23-02-2026 12:27 via alabamagazette.com
  
  Empowering patients: How technology is reshaping doctor-patient interactions In today's fast-paced world, a 30-minute annual check-up with your primary care doctor may seem insufficient to manage your overall health. However, technology is transforming these interactions, allowing patients to become more involved in their healthcare. Home monitors, smart watches, and wearable tech enable...
  
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• Dr. Will Boyd will address the Alabama Cannabis Coalition in Montgomery on Tuesday

  23-02-2026 12:27 via alabamagazette.com
  
  February 23, 2026 – MONTGOMERY, Ala. – 2026 Democratic candidate for Governor of Alabama Dr. Will Boyd will address Alabama cannabis advocates at the Alabama State house. Boyd is a Florence pastor, a former city councilman, and regular Democratic candidate. Boyd came out strong last year against Alabama's psychoactive hemp regulation bill. "What happened in the Alabama House wasn't...
  
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• Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Mobile metro area

  23-02-2026 12:27 via alabamagazette.com
  
  4 PM production // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Mobile metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year...
  
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• Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Huntsville metro area

  23-02-2026 12:27 via alabamagazette.com
  
  Arina P Habich // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Huntsville metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year...
  
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• Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Gadsden metro area

  23-02-2026 12:27 via alabamagazette.com
  
  Volodymyr Kyrylyuk // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Gadsden metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year...
  
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• Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Florence metro area

  23-02-2026 12:27 via alabamagazette.com
  
  ungvar // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Florence metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year before....
  
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• Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Dothan metro area

  23-02-2026 12:27 via alabamagazette.com
  
  scarp577 // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Dothan metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year before....
  
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• Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Decatur metro area

  23-02-2026 12:27 via alabamagazette.com
  
  4 PM production // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Decatur metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year...
  
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• Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Daphne metro area

  23-02-2026 12:27 via alabamagazette.com
  
  Arina P Habich // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Daphne metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year...
  
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• Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Birmingham metro area

  23-02-2026 12:27 via alabamagazette.com
  
  Arina P Habich // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Birmingham metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year...
  
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• Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Auburn metro area

  23-02-2026 12:27 via alabamagazette.com
  
  FOTOGRIN // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Auburn metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year before....
  
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• Cartel Violence Erupts Across Mexico After Killing of CJNG Leader "El Mencho"

  23-02-2026 12:27 via alabamagazette.com
  
  February 23, 2026 - MEXICO - Widespread violence swept across Mexico after the country's military killed Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes - better known as "El Mencho" - the powerful leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG). The operation, carried out on February 22 in the western state of Jalisco, triggered a wave of retaliatory attacks that paralyzed major cities, shut d...
  
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• Alabama Appears En Masse For Andrea Bocelli

  23-02-2026 12:27 via alabamagazette.com
  
  February 22, 2026 - BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Sunday night, Alabamians proved that the Yellowhammer State is far from impervious to the beauty of Italian Opera. As they filled the 16,250 capacity Legacy Arena in Birmingham, Alabama for none other than Andrea Bocelli, a tall lyric tenor who has sold over 90 million records. Even members of the local police who were directing traffic for the concert...
  
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• 7 things to know before opening a high-yield savings account

  23-02-2026 12:27 via alabamagazette.com
  
  7 things to know before opening a high-yield savings account To help you make an informed decision, CreditNinja laid out seven important things consumers need to know before opening a high-yield savings account, like taxes, fine print, what to look for, the truth about interest rates, and the top six accounts. That way, you’re prepared to open one without any nasty surprises. Key Takeaways - Impor...
  
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• 13 coping skills for anxiety that actually work

  23-02-2026 12:27 via alabamagazette.com
  
  4 coping skills for anxiety that actually work Anxiety isn’t one-size-fits-all. For some people, it feels like a tight chest or a racing heart. For others, it shows up as constant worrying, spiraling thoughts, or panic that makes everyday situations feel overwhelming. However it shows up for you, anxiety is probably not something you enjoy living with—and you may be ready to get a better handle o...
  
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• Winter at Valley Forge Academy

  11-02-2026 18:30 via alabamagazette.com
  
  Semiquincentennial of united colonies will begin with celebrating the 250th anniversary of declaring independence from British hegemony. Of the most gripping episodes in this hard fought victory, won a quarter millennium ago to break from the King of England was the 1777–8 winter campaign at Valley Forge; a crucible for Gen. Washington's newly minted Continental Army, strategically placed to...
  
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• Why have student test scores been declining for a decade in America?

  11-02-2026 18:30 via alabamagazette.com
  
  Why have student test scores been declining for a decade in America? It’s hardly breaking news that American students are behind academically from where they used to be. But the specifics can get lost in a haze of headlines and data points. Chalkbeat reviewed multiple pieces of testing data to find out where U.S. students stand on learning loss and recovery. In sum: Test scores have been trending...
  
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• Why do I feel nauseous when I'm hungry?

  11-02-2026 18:30 via alabamagazette.com
  
  Why do I feel nauseous when I’m hungry? Feeling nauseous when hungry is a common experience that many people encounter, yet it can be confusing and uncomfortable. This sensation often arises from the complex interactions between your digestive system, hormones, and brain signals. Understanding why this happens can help you manage symptoms better and know when to seek medical advice. In this articl...
  
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• When love feels hard, here's a therapist's way of helping couples reconnect

  11-02-2026 18:30 via alabamagazette.com
  
  When love feels hard, here’s a therapist’s way of helping couples reconnect Couples often live inside a shared story: how they met, how they love and how they navigate challenges. Over time, that story can start to feel stuck. Arguments repeat, roles become rigid and partners may wonder how to rewrite the script. Couples therapy is not a one-size-fits-all process, according to LifeStance Health. T...
  
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• What is revenue cycle management in healthcare, and why is it important?

  11-02-2026 18:30 via alabamagazette.com
  
  What is revenue cycle management in healthcare, and why is it important? In today’s healthcare system, patient care is only one side of the equation. Finances, which factor in how providers get paid for their services, support operational viability. Revenue cycle management (RCM) refers to the end-to-end process that transforms a patient encounter into validated, collectible revenue. A strong syst...
  
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• What is heart rate variability (HRV)?

  11-02-2026 18:30 via alabamagazette.com
  
  What is heart rate variability (HRV)? As popular as the metaphor may be, a healthy heart doesn’t beat as regularly as a metronome. In fact, it changes its rhythm with each beat. Heart rate variability, or HRV, is a measure of the constant variation in milliseconds between your heartbeats. Some situations increase variation, leading to a higher HRV, while others cause the time intervals between bea...
  
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• What happens when rent is sent to collections?

  11-02-2026 18:30 via alabamagazette.com
  
  What happens when rent is sent to collections? When it comes to rent collection, every missed rent payment puts landlords in a tight position. You’re forced to cut into your bottom line and cover expenses out of pocket, all while hoping tenants pay their past-due balance. But if they don’t, what options do you have? TurboTenant takes a clear, realistic look at rent debt collection so you can decid...
  
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• Watergate Doesn't Bother Me; Does your Conscience Bother You?

  11-02-2026 18:30 via alabamagazette.com
  
  Lynyrd Skynyrd expressed the mood of much of the country when it questioned the relevance of Watergate and the feigned outrage surrounding a third‑rate burglary that captured the nation's attention. More than half a century later- 54 years after the break‑in and 52 years after the release of Sweet Home Alabama - Watergate has become civic shorthand for presidential corruption. The burglary at...
  
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