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Gorodenkoff // Shutterstock Best private K-12 schools in the Mobile metro area Stacker compiled a list of the best private K-12 schools in the Mobile metro area using data from the Niche. Niche uses five weighted factors for its rankings: top colleges score, college enrollment, culture & diversity grade, parent / student surveys, and student teacher ratio. You can read more about the methodology here. Anna Jurkovska // Shutterstock #12. Central Christian School - Location: Robertsdale, AL -...
Roman Kosolapov // Shutterstock Best private K-12 schools in the Montgomery metro area Stacker compiled a list of the best private K-12 schools in the Montgomery metro area using data from the Niche. Niche uses five weighted factors for its rankings: top colleges score, college enrollment, culture & diversity grade, parent / student surveys, and student teacher ratio. You can read more about the methodology here. panitanphoto // Shutterstock #15. Lowndes Academy - Location: Lowndesboro, AL -...
Super-resolution microscopes showcase the inner lives of cells Using a tiny, spherical glass lens sandwiched between two brass plates, the 17th-century Dutch microscopist Antonie van Leeuwenhoek was the first to officially describe red blood cells and sperm cells in human tissues, and observe “animalcules” — bacteria and protists — in the water of a lake. Increasingly powerful light microscopes followed, revealing cell organelles like the nucleus and energy-producing mitochondria. But by 1873...
Drive-through window in a fast-food restaurant in Redding, California. Tada Images // Shutterstock 50 lowest-paying jobs in America Inflation in the United States has skyrocketed in recent years, and though nationwide rates sit at 2.7% as of July 2025, the cost of living is only expected to increase in the coming months. As President Donald Trump imposes tariffs against key trade partners like Canada, Mexico, and China, American consumers should expect to see much higher price tags. In the...
1 of the most fuel-efficient cars of 2025 Car ownership records remain one of the top data points people search to verify personal information. In 2025, choosing a fuel-efficient car isn’t just about saving money — it’s a matter of lifestyle, values, and identity. With rising gas prices and growing environmental concerns, drivers are turning to cars that deliver maximum miles per gallon and minimal emissions. The General takes a look at some of the most fuel-efficient vehicles of the year,...
Overhead view of two successful colleagues discussing financial papers with diagrams and charts at a work meeting. Pressmaster // Shutterstock 50 highest-paying jobs in America Many American workers dream of landing a six-figure job. Believe it or not, data suggests such high-paying roles are more common than most think. According to a November 2024 study from ADP Research, more than 1 million jobs in the United States pay upward of $500,000. Of course, most workers aren't anywhere near that...
States with the highest and lowest property taxes As you may well know, paying property taxes is one of the more frustrating parts of home ownership. Whether you’re a homeowner, a real estate investor, a landlord with many units, or a retiree, recurring property taxes may feel like an endless strain on your wallet. However, property taxes play an essential role in the community and can vary significantly from state to state, with some states pushing taxes to the threshold while others find w...
Best ways to get debt relief When it comes to getting debt-free, the right strategy can make all the difference. There are a lot of potential tools and resources that could help you take control of your finances and find debt relief. Freedom Debt Relief takes a look at the best ways to get debt relief and start your journey to a debt-free life. Key Takeaways: - Cutting expenses, improving your income, and refinancing your debt can make it easier to manage debt payments. - Credit counselors can...
Should I buy a used electric car? The market for new electric vehicles has softened in the past year and likely will remain weak for a while as EV makers and their customers adjust to the dramatic shift in federal policy toward clean vehicles. That shift includes the pending abolition of federal tax credits that make EVs more affordable for consumers and the reduction or termination of many of the credits, loans and grants that made it economically beneficial for manufacturers to develop them....
hadi nurseha // Shutterstock Car insurance rates in Alabama August 2025 The auto insurance rates published in this guide are based on the results of research completed by Way.com's data team. Using a mix of public and internal data, we analyzed millions of rate averages across U.S. ZIP codes. These rates were publicly sourced from insurer filings and should be used for comparative purposes only. - Cincinnati provides the cheapest liability coverage at $22 per month in Alabama. - Cincinnati...
Rangsarit Chaiyakun // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Anniston in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Anniston-Oxford, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of August 15. Anniston by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.71 --- Alabama average: $2.78 - Week change: -$0.04 (-1.3%) - Year change: -$0.34 (-11.2%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.61 (6/11/22) - Diesel current price: $3.38 - Week change: -$0.00 (-0.1%) - Year change:...
Elen Nika // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Huntsville in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Huntsville, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of August 15. Huntsville by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.78 --- Alabama average: $2.78 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.7%) - Year change: -$0.35 (-11.2%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.60 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $3.38 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.4%) - Year change: -$0.18 (-5.0%) -...
Christian Mueller // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Gadsden in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Gadsden, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of August 15. Gadsden by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.65 --- Alabama average: $2.78 - Week change: -$0.03 (-1.1%) - Year change: -$0.35 (-11.7%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.55 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $3.34 - Week change: -$0.01 (-0.4%) - Year change: -$0.19 (-5.4%) -...
Daniel Avram // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Florence in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of August 15. Florence by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.73 --- Alabama average: $2.78 - Week change: -$0.06 (-2.1%) - Year change: -$0.39 (-12.4%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.62 (6/10/22) - Diesel current price: $3.30 - Week change: -$0.01 (-0.3%) - Year change:...
Elen Nika // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Auburn in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Auburn, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of August 15. Auburn by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.77 --- Alabama average: $2.78 - Week change: -$0.03 (-1.2%) - Year change: -$0.29 (-9.3%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.64 (6/12/22) - Diesel current price: $3.38 - Week change: -$0.04 (-1.1%) - Year change: -$0.06 (-1.8%) - Historical...
Istvan Csak // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Montgomery in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Montgomery, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of August 15. Montgomery by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.83 --- Alabama average: $2.78 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.7%) - Year change: -$0.29 (-9.4%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $3.48 - Week change: $0.00 (0.0%) - Year change: -$0.06 (-1.7%) -...
Daniel Avram // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Mobile in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Mobile, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of August 15. Mobile by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.79 --- Alabama average: $2.78 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.9%) - Year change: -$0.27 (-9.0%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.62 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $3.43 - Week change: -$0.07 (-2.0%) - Year change: -$0.08 (-2.3%) -...
Rangsarit Chaiyakun // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Tuscaloosa in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Tuscaloosa, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of August 15. Tuscaloosa by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.71 --- Alabama average: $2.78 - Week change: -$0.05 (-1.7%) - Year change: -$0.34 (-11.3%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.63 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $3.40 - Week change: -$0.04 (-1.2%) - Year change: -$0.17...
Daniel Avram // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Daphne in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Daphne-Fairhope-Foley, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of August 15. Daphne by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.84 --- Alabama average: $2.78 - Week change: -$0.00 (-0.1%) - Year change: -$0.28 (-8.9%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.68 (6/12/22) - Diesel current price: $3.48 - Week change: -$0.00 (-0.1%) - Year change: -$0.04...
Christian Mueller // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Dothan in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Dothan, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of August 15. Dothan by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.83 --- Alabama average: $2.78 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.6%) - Year change: -$0.28 (-9.0%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/10/22) - Diesel current price: $3.57 - Week change: -$0.01 (-0.3%) - Year change: -$0.13 (-3.4%) -...
Daniel Avram // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Decatur in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Decatur, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of August 15. Decatur by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.73 --- Alabama average: $2.78 - Week change: -$0.04 (-1.4%) - Year change: -$0.30 (-9.9%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.59 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $3.32 - Week change: -$0.03 (-0.8%) - Year change: -$0.11 (-3.3%) -...
Daniel Avram // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Birmingham in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Birmingham, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of August 15. Birmingham by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.77 --- Alabama average: $2.78 - Week change: -$0.01 (-0.4%) - Year change: -$0.33 (-10.7%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.61 (6/13/22) - Diesel current price: $3.50 - Week change: +$0.00 (+0.1%) - Year change: -$0.10...
Top remote roles and where to hire them Remote work has made it possible for companies to hire top talent regardless of location. According to the World Economic Forum, there will be 92 million global remote roles by 2030. The tech sector, where talent shortages are especially acute, has benefited from hiring internationally, with Gartner reporting that 58% of organizations employ tech talent working remotely from other countries. Beyond overcoming talent shortages, hiring globally allows...
5 essential tips to stay healthy in a heat wave Heat waves demand proactive measures to protect your health. These extreme temperatures pose an even greater risk to vulnerable populations. Here are five key strategies from Northwell Health to help you stay safe during extreme heat: Don't wait until you're thirsty to hydrate Thirst isn't a reliable indicator of dehydration. During extreme heat, sweating depletes your body's fluids rapidly. Start hydrating early and often throughout the day....
Arina P Habich // Shutterstock How much house $1 million buys you in Anniston The number of American houses worth $1 million is at an all-time high, as home prices continue to hit new records. While million-dollar homes are out of reach for the vast majority of Americans, they are no longer just being bought and sold by the ultra-wealthy. In San Francisco, the median-priced home sells for more than $1.6 million – far above the national median of $441,000. Meanwhile, in Detroit, $1 million l...
