A new episode of The Masked Singer airs on FOX Wednesday, March 5 at 8/7c.
On this week’s episode, five new masks appear as the Voices of Olympus to perform renditions of “I Believe in a Thing Called Love,” “Bad Blood,” “Rewrite the Stars,” “Espresso,” and “Saving All My Love For You.”
This season’s remaining 13 contestants yet to perform include Bat, Boogie Woogie, Cherry Blossom, Griffin, Nessy, Pearl, Mad Scientist Monster, Space Ranger, Yorkie and Stud Muffin. Five of these contestants will participate in the upcoming round of episodes set aside for Group B. Tune in to this week’s episode to see which characters take to the stage.
Where can I stream The Masked Singer season 13?
Those interested in joining the judges to identify the singers behind the masks can catch the show through Fubo and DirecTV Stream. Both streaming services offer free trials for new subscribers to take advantage of before deciding whether or not they want to commit to a paid plan.
What is Fubo?
Fubo is much like any other streaming service, but instead of simply offering on-demand streaming, it offers a plethora of live TV channels such as ESPN, ABC, NBC, CBS, TLC, MTV and more.
Fubo considers itself a sports-focused live streaming service but also offers over 100 live TV channels through its basic package at just $84.99 a month following its free trial.
Users can stream a variety of shows and movies on-demand and even have the option to record favorite shows.
What is DirecTV Stream?
DirecTV Stream offers many of the same channels and features that Fubo does. The base package, otherwise known as the Entertainment package, includes over 90 channels available for streaming for just $86.99 a month after its free trial.
DirecTV Stream also has the Choice package, which is normally $114.99 a month, but through an ongoing promotion, pay just $89.99 a month for your first three months to access over 125 channels.
The service’s Ultimate package, normally $129.99 a month, is part of the current DirecTV Stream’s promotion, too. Pay $104.99 a month for your first three months and enjoy over 160 channels.
Those interested can compare all DirecTV Stream’s packages and learn more about the ongoing promotion here.
Which contestants were revealed in Group A?
Honey Pot was revealed to be Cedric the Entertainer, while Fuzzy Peas, who was revealed to be Oscar De La Hoya, was the next to be unmasked. Ant was then revealed to be Aubrey O’Day, leaving Paparazzo and Coral as the remaining Group A contestants that moved on to the next round.
See more of Paparazzo and Coral in upcoming episodes which release weekly on Wednesdays on FOX.
Survivor 48 returns this week with a brand new episode on CBS Wednesday, March 5 at 8/7c.
On this week’s episode, a frantic idol hunt that could save or ruin one castaway’s game takes place, and three castaways are sent away on a journey.
Also in this episode, a tribe decides to take a leap of faith in this week’s second immunity challenge.
In case you missed the premiere episode last week, 18 new castaways landed in Fiji and were divided into their first tribes—Civa, Lagi and Vula. Idols were hunted, but only one was found. The first tribal council of the season proved to be an eventful one filled with drama, which was brought on by two contestants clashing over their personality and social differences.
Where can I watch season 48 of Survivor?
Those interested in watching this season of the hit reality competition show can stream on CBS through Fubo and DirecTV Stream—both of which offer free trials to new subscribers.
What is Fubo?
Fubo is much like any other streaming service, but instead of simply offering on-demand streaming, it offers a slew of live TV channels such as ESPN, ABC, NBC, CBS, TLC, MTV and more.
Fubo considers itself a sports-focused live streaming service but also offers over 100 live TV channels through its basic package at just $84.99 a month following its 7-day free trial.
Users can stream a variety of shows and movies on-demand and even have the option to record favorite shows and movies through Fubo’s unlimited DVR feature.
What is DirecTV Stream?
DirecTV Stream mirrors Fubo by offering many of the same channels and features. The base package, otherwise known as the Entertainment package, includes over 90 channels available for streaming for just $86.99 a month after its free trial.
DirecTV Stream also has the Choice package, which is normally $114.99 a month, but through an ongoing promotion, pay just $89.99 a month for your first three months to access the plan’s over 125 channels.
The service’s Ultimate package, normally $129.99 a month, is part of the current DirecTV Stream’s promotion, too. Pay $104.99 a month for your first three months and enjoy over 160 channels.
Those interested can compare all DirecTV Stream’s packages and learn more about the ongoing promotion here.
Season 48 tribes and their remaining members
Civa
Kyle Fraser, 31, an attorney from Brooklyn, New York
Mitch Guerra, 34, a P.E. coach from Waco, Texas
Chrissy Sarnowsky, 55, a fire lieutenant from Chicago, Illinois
Kamilla Karthigesu, 31, a software engineer from Foster City, California
David Kinne, 39, a stunt performer from Buena Park, California
Charity Nelms, 34, a flight attendant from St. Petersburg, Florida
Lagi
Shauhin Davari, 38, a debate professor from Cosa Mesa, California
Eva Erickson, 24, a PhD candidate from Providence, Rhode Island
Joe Hunter, 45, a fire captain from West Sacramento, California
Thomas Krottinger, 34, a music executive from Los Angeles, California
Bianca Roses, 33, a PR consultant from Arlington, Virginia
Star Toomey, 28, a sales expert from Augusta, Georgia
Vula
Saiounia “Sai” Hughley, 30, a marketing professional from Simi Valley, California
Kevin Leung, 34, a finance manager from Livermore, California
Cedrek McFadden, 46, a surgeon from Greenville, South Carolina
Justin Pioppi, 29, a pizzeria manager from Winthrop, Massachusetts
Mary Zheng, 31, a substance abuse counselor from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Alabama football held its second session of spring football on Wednesday in Tuscaloosa. The Crimson Tide took to the field early in the morning, after spring ball began Monday.
UA let reporters in for several periods Wednesday morning, as it continued prep for April 12’s A-Day game at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Here’s what we saw on the field Wednesday.
– Reporters were allowed in at the beginning of the sixth period. Weather in Tuscaloosa was 51 degrees, but felt colder due to heavy winds. The sun was behind clouds throughout the observable periods.
– The observation periods included group and individual drills. No offense vs. defense football was practiced in front of reporters.
– Players were in shells for the observable periods, donning helmets and shoulder pads.
– New offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb was on the field, clad in all black. He seemed to mostly be focusing on the Crimson Tide’s quarterbacks.
– The offense and defense were on separate fields, with one of UA’s three practice gridirons going unused.
– Defensive coordinator Kane Wommack floated between groups on the defensive field. He largely focused on Alabama’s linebackers during practice last season, but has relinquished some of those duties.
– Chuck Morrell, on staff in an off-field role last season, was coaching the linebacker group. During the seventh period, he led the LBs through a drill seemingly meant to simulate getting off run blocks, using pads held by UA staffers.
– Alabama’s safeties practiced tracking down balls thrown by staffers during the seventh period. Meanwhile, the cornerbacks simulated making contact with receivers at the line of scrimmage.
– Kalen DeBoer hung around the field with the Crimson Tide’s offensive players. He paused briefly during the eighth period for an on-field conversation with athletics director Greg Byrne.
– Tight end Marshall Pritchett was wearing a black jersey, signifying a non-contact participant in practice, though was still going through drills during the observable periods. He was not among the players DeBoer listed Monday, who would be out or limited during the spring.
– Wide receiver Isaiah Horton and defensive lineman Jah-Marien Latham were spotted riding exercise bikes.
– The Alabama quarterbacks were mostly throwing without defenders throughout the observation time. Ty Simpson, Keelon Russell and Austin Mack all looked mostly sharp and accurate, though obviously lacking a degree of difficulty without the defense.
– UA’s running backs practiced taking handoffs from the QBs during the seventh period.
– Music was only playing on the defensive field on Wednesday. The playlist leaned heavily into classic rock, including AC/DC’s “Thunderstruck,” Creedence Clearwater Revival’s “Fortunate Son” and the Rolling Stones’ “Gimme Shelter.”
– The observable time ended at the conclusion of the ninth practice period. Offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb and offensive players are scheduled to speak to reporters after practice ends Wednesday.
Zach LaVine was traded from the Chicago Bulls to the Sacramento Kings in early February, as he was one of the hottest names to watch near the trade deadline.
LaVine’s bounced around the league since being drafted in 2014 but has remained a prolific scorer. It’s no different even as the newest member of the Kings, where he’s averaging 22.5 points per game in 11 contests with the team.
An average of national polls shows more Americans disapprove of President Donald Trump than approve of the job he’s doing, a first since he took office in January.
FiveThirtyEight.com’s average of national polls showed 47.9% of respondents disapprove of the job Trump is doing compared to 47.6% who approved. The shift marks the first time since Trump took office in January that the president’s approval ratings were upside down.
The average of the polls is projected to fall within this range 95% of the time, FiveThirtyEight.com said.
Individual polls show numbers continue to vary widely. The Ipsos/Reuters poll has Trump’s disapproval rating at 51% compared to 44% approval for a negative 7 points. Forty-nine percent said the country is on the wrong track compared to 34% who said it was headed in the right direction.
For those who think America isn’t headed in the right direction, cost of living was the most cited problem (60%) followed by the economy (51%), national politics (50%), foreign policy (49%) and employment and jobs (47%). Immigration policy was the only specific issue where more Americans said it was going in the right direction (48%) than off on the wrong track (39%).
The Ipsos/Reuters poll was conducted March 3-4 based on a sample of 1,174 residents with a margin of error of plus/minus 3.1 percentage points.
Emerson College’s poll shows far different results – approval of 48% vs. disapproval of 43% for an approval rating of plus-5 points. The poll shows Trump’s job approval rating unchanged since February while his disapproval rating ticked up 1 point. The economy was the top concern (41%) followed by threats to democracy (18%), immigration (13%) and healthcare (8%).
Respondents were also divided on the role of Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, the group that’s charged with making massive cuts to federal expenses. Forty-one percent approved of the job DOGE was doing compared to 46% who disapproved and 13% were neutral.
The Emerson College Poll was conducted March 2-3 among 1,000 voters with a sampling of error of plus/minus 3 percentage points.
Seven girls teams earned championships at the recent AHSAA basketball finals with a player from each winning team selected MVP.
Hoover won Class 7A with Kaitlyn Gipson earning MVP while Park Crossing’s Saniya Jackson led the Thunderbirds to the Class 6A title and Scottsboro’s Isabelle Nelson won Class 5A MVP. Other MVPs were Class 4A Trinity’s Francie Morris, Class 3A Lauderdale County’s Shila Marks, Class 2A Pisgah’s Madeline Flammia and Class 1A Spring Garden’s Ace Austin.
Fan voting will decide the AL.com girls top tournament performances from the list below.
Ace Austin, Spring Garden: The Class 1A MVP — her third straight MVP — led the Panthers with 40 points, 10 rebounds, 8 assists and 5 steals in the championship and had a triple double in the semifinal win over R.C. Hatch with 32 points, 11 assists, 11 rebounds and five steals.
Natalie Barton, Saint James: Had 17 points, 4 assists and 4 steals in the Class 3A championship loss to Lauderdale County and added 12 points, 8 assists and 7 rebounds in the semifinal win over Sylvania.
Chauncey Dixon, McIntosh: Scored 28 points with 10 rebounds, 7 steals, 5 blocks and 4 assists in the Class 1A semifinal loss to Brilliant.
Madeline Flammia, Pisgah: Helped the Class 2A Eagles to their 11th state championship with 15 points, 7 assists and 2 steals in the win over top-ranked Decatur Heritage and had 9 points, 5 steals and 7 assists in the semifinal win over Highland Home.
Kaitlyn Gipson, Hoover: Led the Class 7A Bucs with 17 points, including 9-of-12 at the free throw line, in the championship and had 21 points, 9 assists and 6 steals in the semifinal win over Central-Phenix City.
Saniya Jackson, Park Crossing: Keyed the Class 6A Thunderbirds’ first championship with 21 points, 12 rebounds, 5 assists and 2 steals in the win over Chelsea and added 30 points, 11 rebounds, 6 steals and 4 assists against seven-time defending champion Hazel Green in the semifinal round.
Shila Marks, Lauderdale County: Scored 32 points with 4 rebounds in the Class 3A title win over Saint James and had 23 points, making 9-of-11 shots, and added a team-best five steals in the win over T.R. Miller.
Genie McGhee, Decatur Heritage: Led the Eagles with 32 points, 7 rebounds, 11 assists, 4 blocks and 5 steals in the Class 2A title loss to Pisgah and had 13 points, 13 rebounds, 3 blocked shots, 7 steals and 4 assists in the semifinal win over Abbeville.
Francie Morris, Trinity: Contributed 16 points, 10 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals in the Class 4A title win over Good Hope and added 20 points and 6 rebounds in the semifinal win over Plainview.
Isabelle Nelson, Scottsboro: Led the Class 6A Wildcats to their first title with 13 points, 11 rebounds, 5 assists, 4 blocked shots and 3 steals in the title win over Ramsay and had 12 points, 11 rebounds and 8 steals in the semifinal win over Vigor.
Sloss Tech will expand to a three-day format this summer, taking place June 25 through 27 in downtown Birmingham.
The tech and innovation conference is aiming for more than 1,000 attendees, with early bird tickets available in a few weeks and general admission tickets going on sale in early April.
TechBirmingham members will receive special discounts on ticket purchases. Companies interested in sponsorship opportunities should contact the organization directly at [email protected].
For more information about Sloss Tech 2025, visit the website or follow @SlossTech online.
Founded in 2015, Sloss Tech has had six consecutive sold-out events, bringing together founders, investors, developers and tech enthusiasts.
New for this year is a partnership with Birmingham Area Software Enthusiasts (BASE) to deliver specialized programming for developers, accessible through either full conference or separate track tickets.
TechBirmingham CEO Deon Gordon said the expansion to three days will create “more opportunities for meaningful connections between founders and funders while showcasing Alabama’s growing reputation as a hub for inclusive innovation.”
“There’s a special magic that happens when tech meets Southern hospitality—small talk leads to big ideas, and those relationships drive real progress,” he said.
Innovate Alabama returns as the presenting sponsor for Sloss Tech 2025. CEO Cynthia Crutchfield said the event’s programming will encompass all the regions in state.
“This statewide approach will empower more Alabamians to connect, collaborate and contribute to our growing innovation economy,” Crutchfield said. “Together, we’re helping to build a future where Alabama is a hub for entrepreneurship.”
Speakers will be announced in coming weeks. Previous figures included Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian, entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk, Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen, Venture for America founder Andrew Yang, Uber’s former Chief Brand Officer and Cameo co-founder Devon Townsend.
Arby’s is known for its roast beef, but the fast food chain also has some seafood options.
Arby’s brought back its three fish sandwiches -the Crispy Fish Sandwich, Fish ‘N Cheddar Sandwich, and King’s Hawaiian Fish Deluxe Sandwich-earlier this year.
The Crispy Fish Sandwich features a fried fish fillet topped with shredded lettuce and tartar sauce, complete with a toasted sesame bun. The Fish ‘N Cheddar Sandwich features a Cheddar cheese sauce added on top of the fish fillet.
Arby’s King’s Hawaiian Fish Deluxe Sandwich features a crispy fish fillet, a slice of Cheddar, tartar sauce, tomato, and lettuce, on a King’s Hawaiian bun.
The sandwich features a breaded and fried flounder filet topped with pickles and sauce and served on a brioche bun. It also comes in two flavors: Classic with tartar sauce or as a Spicy with spicy spread.
A total of 39 teenagers will compete for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen this weekend at Thompson High School in Alabaster. (See their names and photos in the gallery above.)
The competition, which is affiliated with Miss Alabama, is set for March 8-9 at the school’s performing arts center, 1921 Warrior Parkway. Preliminaries are set for 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Saturday. Finals will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $35 for each preliminary, $45 for the finals, $85 for a package that includes all events. Ali Mims, Miss Alabama’s Teen 2024, will crown her successor on Sunday.
Here’s a closer look at this year’s candidates for Miss Alabama’s Teen. (Some of the contestants are listed as “at large,” by the Miss Alabama Organization, which means they didn’t win a local preliminary title.)
Covyn Holt is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Covyn Holt, Miss Southeast Alabama
Age: 17.
Grade: 11.
School: Benjamin Russell High School.
Hometown: Alexander City.
Talent: Musical theater dance, “Rhythm of the Night.”
Social initiative: The Act of Kindness.
Portia Hollis is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Portia Hollis, Miss Lake Martin Alabama
Age: 16.
Grade: 11.
School: Gulf Shores High School.
Hometown: Gulf Shores.
Talent: Vocal, “Ease on Down the Road.”
Social initiative: Alabama Gives Back.
Peyton Crist is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Peyton Crist
Age: 14.
Grade: 19.
School: Shelby Crossings Christian School.
Hometown: Sylacauga.
Talent: Lyrical dance, “The Show Must Go On.”
Social initiative: A.C.T. Families (Adoption Can Transform Families).
Allie Grace Broadhead is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Allie Grace Broadhead, Miss Vestavia Hills
Age: 16.
Grade: 11.
School: Homewood High School.
Hometown: Hoover.
Talent: Ballet en pointe, “Sound of Music Waltz.”
Social initiative: Keeping Kindness: Raising mental health awareness and suicide prevention.
Anna-Claire McCarter is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Anna-Claire McCarter
Age: 15.
Grade: 9.
School: Bon Secour Academy.
Hometown: Foley.
Talent: Musical theater, “Show Off.”
Social initiative: AC for the Arts.
Belle Casey is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Belle Casey, Miss Oak Mountain
Age: 17.
Grade: 12.
School: Oak Mountain High School.
Hometown: Indian Springs.
Talent: Vocal, “Tomorrow.”
Social initiative: Twirl Away ALS.
Aria Foster is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Aria Foster, Miss Tennessee River
Age: 17.
Grade: 12.
School: Madison County Virtual Academy.
Hometown: Harvest.
Talent: Contemporary dance, “Whole.”
Social initiative: Now Not Next: Empowering youth to create change today.
Gracie Harris is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Social initiative: Voices for Veterans: Honoring and healing our country’s veterans through music.
Brooklyn Cheek is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Brooklyn Cheek, Miss Gardendale Magnolia Festival
Age: 14.
Grade: 8.
School: Bragg Middle School.
Hometown: Gardendale.
Talent: Syncopated clogging, “Cold Hearted.”
Social initiative: Dance to Heal: Healing grief and depression through dance expression.
Avery Gerstman is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Avery Gerstman, Miss Cullman County Fair
Age: 18.
Grade: 12.
School: Cold Springs High School.
Hometown: Cullman.
Talent: Interpretive dance/ASL, “Will the Lord Remember Me?”
Social initiative: Shine a Light: Shining a light on mental health in adolescents.
Katherine Grigsby is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Katherine Grigsby, Miss Hamilton
Age: 18.
Grade: Freshman.
School: University of Alabama.
Hometown: Trussville.
Talent: Piano, “White Water Chopped Sticks”
Social initiative: Sleep in Heavenly Peace: Building beds for kids in need.
Cassie Jo Davis is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Cassie Jo Davis, Miss Hidden River
Age: 18.
Grade: 12.
School: Fairview High School.
Hometown: Cullman.
Talent: Acro dance, “Runaway Baby.”
Social initiative: Crown for Kindness: Standing strong against bullying.
Isabella Kirkland is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Isabella Kirkland, Miss Trussville
Age: 18.
Grade: 12.
School: Sylacauga High School.
Hometown: Sylacauga.
Talent: Jazz dance, “Sax.”
Social initiative: Bella’s Bins.
Helen Maddox is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Helen Maddox, Miss Birmingham
Age: 17.
Grade: 11.
School: Vestavia Hills High School.
Hometown: Vestavia Hills.
Talent: Lyrical dance, “You Will Find Hope.”
Social initiative: Beyond the Curve.
Mariah Smith is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Mariah Smith, Miss Eastern Shore
Age: 17.
Grade: 12.
School: UMS-Wright Preparatory School.
Hometown: Mobile.
Talent: Clarinet, “Footprints.”
Social initiative: Changing the World: One beat at a time.
Eva Litkenhous is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Eva Litkenhous, Miss Lee County Fair
Age: 14.
Grade: 8.
School: Lee Scott Academy.
Hometown: Auburn.
Talent: Jazz dance, “If My Friends Could See Me Now.”
Social initiative: ABCs of Parkinson’s Disease: Body and mind exercises for active aging.
Grier Feldman is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Grier Feldman, Miss Jefferson County
Age: 17.
Grade: 11.
School: Oak Mountain High School.
Hometown: Shelby County.
Talent: Dance/twirl, “At World’s End.”
Social initiative: State of Love: An outreach program for pediatric cancer patients.
Madeline Tapley is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Madeline Tapley, Miss Cahaba Valley
Age: 18.
Grade: 12.
School: Homewood High School.
Hometown: Homewood.
Talent: Vocal, “Piece of Sky.”
Social initiative: Make America Wild Again: Saving the monarch butterflies from extinction.
Mattie Wisener is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Mattie Wisener, Miss Marshall County
Age: 17.
Grade: 11.
School: Arab High School.
Hometown: Arab.
Talent: Jazz dance, “Proud Mary.”
Social initiative: Think F.A.S.T.: Stroke prevention and awareness.
Meri Kayte Flynn is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Meri Kayte Flynn, Miss Huntsville
Age: 17.
Grade: 11.
School: Addison High School.
Hometown: Addison.
Talent: Vocal, “Desperado.”
Social initiative: Misunderstood: Dyslexia Awareness.
Makenzi Jackson is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Makenzi Jackson
Age: 17.
Grade: 11.
School: Central High School Phenix City.
Hometown: Phenix City.
Talent: Lyrical dance, “The Journey.”
Social initiative: ACT Out Loud.
Brooklyn Grant is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Brooklyn Grant, Miss North Jefferson Area
Age: 16.
Grade: 11.
School: Hayden High School.
Hometown: Hayden.
Talent: Acrobatic jazz pom dance, “You Can’t Stop the Beat.”
Social initiative: Be the Need: Volunteerism sharing a little kindness.
Kate Hendon is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Kate Hendon, Miss Tennessee Valley
Age: 15.
Grade: 10.
School: Handley High School.
Hometown: Roanoke.
Talent: Contemporary dance, “Heart of Stone.”
Social initiative: Choose Children.
Lyla Gail Smith is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Lyla Gail Smith, Miss Phenix City
Age: 15.
Grade: 10.
School: Slocomb High School.
Hometown: Slocomb.
Talent: Baton, “I’m Still Standing.”
Social initiative: Fostering Hope.
Josie Harrison is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Josie Harrison, Miss Covered Bridge
Age: 14.
Grade: 9.
School: Sylacauga High School.
Hometown: Sylacauga.
Talent: Vocal, “Habanera.”
Social initiative: SAIL: Seniors active in life.
Mattie Graham is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Mattie Graham
Age: 15.
Grade: 10.
School: Mountain Brook High School.
Hometown: Mountain Brook.
Talent: Contemporary dance, “Vienna.”
Social initiative: Motivate Through Motion: Empowering kids with disabilities to stay active and happy.
Chloe Evelyn Harris is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Chloe Evelyn Harris, Miss Autauga County Fair
Age: 16.
Grade: 11.
School: Prattville High School.
Hometown: Prattville.
Talent: Acro dance, “Defying Gravity.”
Social initiative: Horses, Hope & Healing: The benefits of equine therapy.
Laney Brooke Hall is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Laney Brooke Hall
Age: 14.
Grade: 8.
School: Northside Methodist Academy.
Hometown: Dothan.
Talent: Contemporary dance, “Uninvited.”
Social initiative: See the Able, Not the Label: Celebrating the special needs community.
Charis McHenry is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Charis McHenry, Miss Sylacauga
Age: 16.
Grade: 10.
School: Marbury High School.
Hometown: Deatsville.
Talent: Musical theater en pointe, “Are You Having Any Fun?”
Social initiative: Life Without Limits: Advocating for children and adults with cerebral palsy.
Sydney Hodges is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Sydney Hodges, Miss Lake City
Age: 17.
Grade: 11.
School: Hayden High School.
Hometown: Hayden.
Talent: Tap dance, “Great Balls of Fire.”
Social initiative: Centerstage: Bringing pediatric cancer into the spotlight.
Charlee Reid is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Charlee Reid, Miss Iron City
Age: 17.
Grade: 11.
School: Helena High School.
Hometown: Helena.
Talent: Ballet en pointe, “Can Can.”
Social initiative: Charlee’s Champions: Making the invisible visible.
Lily Walton is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Lily Walton, Miss Coastal Alabama
Age: 17.
Grade: 12.
School: Baldwin County Virtual School.
Hometown: Fairhope.
Talent: Vocal, “Memory.”
Social initiative: The Power of Difference.
Britain Fuller is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Britain Fuller
Age: 16.
Grade: 10.
School: Satsuma High School.
Hometown: Satsuma.
Talent: Vocal, “Goodness of God.”
Social initiative: What Goes Up, Must Come Down: Balloons don’t go to heaven.
Madelyn Grace Rasco is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Madelyn Grace Rasco, Miss Shelby County
Age: 17.
Grade: 11.
School: Pelham High School.
Hometown: Pelham.
Talent: Vocal, “Defying Gravity.”
Social initiative: Following Faith: Leaving a legacy of hope with those for spinal cord defects.
Mattie Cook is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Mattie Cook, Miss Mobile Bay
Age: 15.
Grade: 10.
School: Fort Dale Academy.
Hometown: Greenville.
Talent: Lyrical dance, “I Have Nothing.”
Social initiative: What Is Your Reaction?
Christina Ray Norman is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Christina Ray Norman, Miss Hoover
Age: 17.
Grade: 12.
School: Alabama School of Fine Arts.
Hometown: Hoover.
Talent: Ballet en pointe, “Don Quixote Act III Kitri Variation.”
Social initiative: Lanterns for Landon: Down Syndrome Awareness.
Saniyah Thomas is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Saniyah Thomas, Miss Leeds Area
Age: 15.
Grade: 9.
School: Sylacauga High School.
Hometown: Sylacauga.
Talent: Baton, “Proud Mary.”
Social initiative: Saniyah’s Self Care.
Greenlee Yeager is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Greenlee Yeager, Miss Jubilee
Age: 14.
Grade: 9.
School: Satsuma High School.
Hometown: Satsuma.
Talent: Dance, “The Great Showman Medley.”
Social initiative: G’s Bracelets of Hope.
Addison Shoemaker is competing for the title of Miss Alabama’s Teen 2025.(Courtesy of Miss Alabama Organization)
Addison Shoemaker, Miss Historic Springville
Age: 16.
Grade: 10.
School: Briarwood Christian School.
Hometown: Vestavia Hills.
Talent: Lyrical dance, “Humble and Kind.”
Social initiative: Cheering on Children’s: An advocacy campaign serving child life programs at children’s hospitals and the Ronald McDonald House Charities.
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Miss Alabama’s Teen was founded in 2003 as Miss Alabama’s Outstanding Teen and has crowned 23 winners to date. (The name of the competition was changed in 2023, dropping the word “Outstanding” to make it simpler and more concise.)
The winner of Miss Alabama’s Teen will move on to compete for Miss America’s Teen, the national competition linked to Miss America. Peyton Bolling, who competed as Miss Arkansas, is Miss America’s Teen 2025.
Two Alabama winners, Jessica Baeder and Marcelle LeBlanc, have moved on to become Miss America’s Teen in the past. Ali Mims, Miss Alabama’s Teen 2024, was the first runner-up in the national pageant this year.
A new outpatient-only emergency room could be coming to Madison.
Crestwood Medical Center is seeking the city’s approval to build a freestanding emergency department (FED) at Madison Boulevard and Research Boulevard on the city’s southeastern side. The hospital anticipates a one-story building of about 12,000 square feet with an on-site helipad and road connections to Madison Boulevard.
The proposed freestanding emergency department “is needed to enhance access to emergency services for the large, growing, and aging population … and ensure timely access to emergency medical services for area residents,” Crestwood states in its zoning board application.
Crestwood, which owns the 4.3-acre undeveloped parcel, is seeking an exception from the city’s zoning board to permit the freestanding emergency department on land currently zoned Restricted-Industrial. A hearing is scheduled Thursday, and the board is recommending approval.
A Crestwood spokesperson did not immediately respond to an email seeking information about the proposed facility’s bed count, anticipated opening date and total cost. Crestwood operates a large, private hospital in Huntsville and multiple, smaller medical facilities in the area.
Freestanding emergency departments are becoming more common in Alabama. They are designed to provide 24-hour-a-day outpatient emergency medical services in a smaller-footprint building that is easier for patients to access and navigate than an acute care hospital campus.
The Madison facility’s on-ground helipad is not expected to get much use, according to Crestwood’s zoning board application. The helipad is proposed to meet Public Health Department requirements, it states. The Harvest freestanding emergency department has one as well, which was not used a single time between the facility’s opening and December, according to the application.
Madison zoning staff notes hospitals are an allowed exception to the parcel’s existing zoning and would not have a “substantial or undue adverse effect on adjacent property.” If approved by the zoning board this week, Crestwood would be required to submit a site plan and plat and to seek approval from Madison’s planning commission.
