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January 30, 2023

Down in Alabama

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Landfill fire, GOP officers, whale study: Down in Alabama

Listen to "Down in Alabama" wherever you get your podcasts.

By Ike Morgan | imorgan@al.com

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Outlook murky for Alabama lottery, casino bill this year

Sen. Greg Albritton said he is prepared to propose a constitutional amendment for a lottery, casinos, and a state regulatory board but is hoping the House of Representatives initiates a bill.

By Mike Cason | mcason@al.com

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How beer led to one of Alabama’s biggest bipartisan wins in a decade: “Something we all agree on”

In 2012, the Alabama Legislature approved the first bill creating "entertainment districts." Since then, the districts have spread throughout the state and has been credited for enlivening downtowns. But public safety concerns have also emerged.

By John Sharp | jsharp@al.com

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Sen. Katie Britt talks virtual parenting: “This is a sacrifice obviously for our family”

Alabama's new senator spotlighted on "Fox News Sunday"

By Lawrence Specker | lspecker@al.com

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Alabama Life And Culture

Miss Alabama USA 2023: Miss Auburn-Opelika wins the crown

Sophie Burzynski, a student at Auburn University, will move on to compete for Miss USA later this year.

By Mary Colurso | mcolurso@al.com

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Alabama Life And Culture

Two Alabama restaurants, one chef among semifinalists for 2023 James Beard Awards

The James Beard Foundation will announce the finalists for this year's chef and restaurant awards on March 29.

By Bob Carlton | bcarlton@al.com

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