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AGP Executive Report

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Medical Cannabis in Alabama: Alabama’s first legal medical cannabis dispensary opened in Montgomery, with patients starting to buy approved products this week—an important access milestone for people with qualifying conditions. Public Health Access & Care: East Alabama Medical Center North opened a new inpatient psychiatric facility designed to keep children and teens learning while they receive mental health treatment, expanding beds across the region. Infectious Disease Watch: A flesh-eating parasite (New World screwworm) has been confirmed in Texas after decades, and Alabama officials say monitoring and preparedness are underway as livestock move nationwide. Community Health & Safety: Alabama’s Free Fishing Day is set for June 13, with state leaders highlighting mental and physical health benefits of time outdoors. Health System Capacity: CMS ratings updates highlight ongoing changes across Alabama nursing and rehab facilities, reflecting how staffing and care quality can shift over time.

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May 29, 2026

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Alabama Department of Public Heath celebrates Men's Health Month

WSFA 12 - Alabama |

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WSFA 12 - Alabama

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Owned By	Gray Media Inc. (Hilton H. Howell Chairman & Co-CEO)
Year Founded	1954
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Publication Location	United States, Alabama, Montgomery
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Protect Our Care: One year later: The health care affordability crisis

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WisPolitics - Wisconsin

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Owned By	The Evjue Foundation (Non-profit) through The Capital Times Co.
Year Founded	2000
Website	www.wispolitics.com
Domain Registration Year	1999
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Wisconsin, Madison
Owner Country	United States

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Vitalogy Wellness Center in Homewood among new high-dollar building permits

Bham Now - Alabama |

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Bham Now - Alabama

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Owned By	Cindy Martin (Founder & President) through Rushing Waters Media, LLC
Year Founded	2016
Website	bhamnow.com
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Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Alabama, Birmingham
Owner Country	United States

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University of Alabama graduate Ruby Tilghman crowned Miss Alabama 2026

Birmingham Star - Alabama |

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Birmingham Star - Alabama

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Owned By	Big News Network FZ LLC through Midwest Radio Network
Year Founded	2004
Website	www.birminghamstar.com
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Access Type	open
Publication Location	Australia, Sydney
Owner Country	United Arab Emirates

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4 women with Hoover ties make Top 14 at Miss Alabama 2026

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Hoover Sun - Alabama

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Owned By	Dan Starnes through Starnes Media
Year Founded	1871
Website	hooversun.com
Domain Registration Year	2012
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States,
Owner Country	United States

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Why this unique Alabama fish is called the “Salmon of the South”

The Bama Buzz - Alabama |

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The Bama Buzz - Alabama

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Year Founded	2020
Website	https://thebamabuzz.com/
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Publication Location	United States, Alabama, Birmingham
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10 hours ago

Ethics Commission issues advisory opinions for municipalities and Alabama Board of Medical Examiners

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Owned By	States Newsroom Network (Non-profit. Chris Fitzsimon, Director & Publisher)
Year Founded	2023
Website	https://alabamareflector.com/
Domain Registration Year	2022
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Publication Location	United States, Alabama, Montgomery
Owner Country	United States

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Texans’ Will Anderson Jr. amused by false weight gain rumors: ‘Just did a better job of dieting, toning my body’

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KPRC - Texas

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Owned By	Donald Graham through Graham Holdings Company
Year Founded	1949
Website	www.click2houston.com
Domain Registration Year	2000
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Texas, Houston
Owner Country	United States