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Ralph Chapoco

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scientist turned journalist, currently @alreflector.bsky.social, reposts not endorsements, political and policy junkie, just trying to live my life

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Read all about it: Legislation that changes the process for selecting the board that regulates public utilities one step closer to becoming reality.

Watch it on the @thealachannel.bsky.social.

alabamachannel.ompnetwork.org/embed/sessio...

11.02.2026 00:25 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

The @alabamareflector.com is 3 years old everyone! I have been here since it began and it has been both an honor and a pleasure. Please consider donating so that we can keep it going.

07.02.2026 16:06 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 6 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Aryna Sabalenka vs Elena Rybakina - WS701 | AO

Congrats to Elena Rybakina. I can't believe I stayed up to watch this, but what a match!

ausopen.com/match/2026-a...

31.01.2026 11:09 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Nah, I managed to escape that tragedy so far this year

21.01.2026 01:27 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Did you give me the flu then?

20.01.2026 23:18 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Library boards could face easier dismissal, new reporting requirements under Alabama bill The current version of the bill includes three amendments from the 2024 legislative session, including an annual report to the state government on book placement decisions.

There are several education and library-related bills I'll be monitoring when the state legislature starts up next week. One is a re-filed bill with a few amendments from Sen. Elliott, which changes how library boards operate. Gift link for @al.com - www.al.com/news/2026/01...

09.01.2026 01:41 πŸ‘ 15 πŸ” 6 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

You should be proud...you met me!

31.12.2025 19:02 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Is it about me?

24.12.2025 03:38 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Did you have money on that game?

22.12.2025 18:28 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

I remember borrowing my Mom's electronic typewriter on a Friday night to apply for college. Thank God it's not that difficult any more.

Some tips and key dates for applying to Alabama public colleges in my latest for @al.com .

19.12.2025 22:51 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Just checked my grades for the term: Straight A's. Managed to maintain 4.0 average! Woot woot!!!

16.12.2025 04:46 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Immigrants in Alabama Can Face Harsher Sentences Than Citizens for the Same Crimes A review of more than 100 court cases found some immigrants saw harsher punishments, even when they have fewer prior convictions. Defendants in these cases said they believe their citizenship status t...

NEW: Immigrants in Alabama Can Face Harsher Sentences Than Citizens for the Same Crimes, by @amyyurkanin.bsky.social

15.12.2025 14:26 πŸ‘ 18 πŸ” 14 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Had a nice conversation with Troy's president and chancellor.

12.12.2025 15:08 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

How subtle!

06.12.2025 06:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Auburn mom’s business helps homesick students: β€˜Do what their mom would’ There’s at least one other Alabama-based concierge mom service, β€œLocal Mommas,” for University of Alabama students.

Thrilled to contribute to our 31 Days of Good News series. Meet Makitha, who makes it her job to brighten Auburn students' day. Her back story is incredible. My latest for @al.com. www.al.com/life/2025/12...

03.12.2025 21:50 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you!

03.12.2025 19:25 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Donate | Alabama Reflector

Hey everyone, it is time for my annual request to give to the @alabamareflector.com. Our end-of-the-year fundraiser helps raise awareness about our work and to secure donations to keep the newsroom going. Support is greatly appreciated.

alabamareflector.com/donate/

03.12.2025 17:46 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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Student loan updates 2025: Is nursing still a professional degree? About 80% of the nursing workforce does not have a graduate degree.

The Education Department responded to backlash about reducing the number of professional degrees.

My latest for @al.com

www.al.com/education/20...

26.11.2025 15:01 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Alabama college launches new school with support from Katie Britt Undergraduate and graduate degrees will be available starting in 2027.

Big ol' news here: www.al.com/education/20...

07.11.2025 18:56 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Riveting game! I could not take my eyes off of it.

02.11.2025 19:49 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Losing SNAP could mean more pregnancy complications as food insecurity grows β€’ West Virginia Watch Without action from Congress, millions will be cut off from access to government food assistance, including those who are pregnant.

Millions nationwide could be cut off from access to government food assistance Saturday due to the shutdown, including those who are pregnant or have babies and young children, reports @kelciemmorris.bsky.social.

31.10.2025 18:00 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Democratic AGs, governors sue Trump over SNAP benefits as shutdown hits day 28 A coalition of Democratic state officials sued the Trump administration Tuesday, asking a federal judge to force the release of food assistance funds for 42 million people that the U.S. Department of ...

Democratic AGs, governors sue Trump over SNAP benefits as shutdown hits day 28

by @fischler.bsky.social

www.newsfromthestates.com/article/demo...

28.10.2025 20:07 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
This seemed to be news to most of the people in attendance, although Williesha Morris of A L dot Com broke the story earlier that morning

This seemed to be news to most of the people in attendance, although Williesha Morris of A L dot Com broke the story earlier that morning

LOL Thank you @jacobholmes.bsky.social ! 😭

www.alreporter.com/2025/10/22/m...

22.10.2025 13:53 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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State library board head seeks help from GOP backers. Opponents say β€˜conflict of interest’ A library advocacy organization accused Wahl of a conflict of interest in 2023.

Is that a hint I should link to your story? πŸ˜€I tried to read it but it is behind a paywall! So jealous that you got it first.

www.al.com/news/2025/10...

22.10.2025 14:11 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Love that @alabamareflector.com picked up my latest. Shout out to @rchapoco.bsky.social , who is covering broadband at the local level. And to former Reflector staffer @alander.bsky.social who treated me to an unforgettable lunch in Montgomery while I was reporting my Dead Zone series

09.10.2025 17:57 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Carlos Alcaraz vs Jannik Sinner - FULL Final Highlights | Roland Garros 2025
Carlos Alcaraz vs Jannik Sinner - FULL Final Highlights | Roland Garros 2025 YouTube video by House of Highlights

This is an instant classic. Oh, what a match!
youtu.be/D8s9Kjb9d94?...

08.06.2025 20:56 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning | Official Trailer (2025 Movie) - Tom Cruise
Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning | Official Trailer (2025 Movie) - Tom Cruise YouTube video by Paramount Pictures

Ya, I'll admit it--worth seeing on the big screen.

youtu.be/fsQgc9pCyDU?...

24.05.2025 13:49 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Read all about it: The final installment from @bshelburne.bsky.social. Enjoy!

23.05.2025 02:45 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Read all about it: Part 3 in @bshelburne.bsky.social series regarding complaints filed against the ADOC.

22.05.2025 00:46 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Read all about it: Part two dropped today. Take a read please!

20.05.2025 23:02 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0