The Alabama Public Charter School Commission has announced that applications are now open for new start-up public charter schools in the state.

Governor Kay Ivey appointed Bart Boothe last week to fill District Judge Lori Ingram's position.

Wednesday morning, Education Freedom Day was celebrated on the front steps of the Alabama State House. This was meant to highlight the different school choice options that Alabamians have.

The plan is to transform Ashford from a drive-through town into an attractive destination.