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coltswire.usatoday.com > story > sports > college > football > 03/25/2026 > how-ty-simpson-is-handling-2026-nfl-draft-storylines > 89232108007

Why NFL draft praise and criticism are the same to Alabama QB Ty Simpson

12+ hour, 27+ min ago  (350+ words) The storylines surrounding Alabama football quarterback Ty Simpson heading into the 2026 NFL draft mix like oil and water. But both garner the same reaction. On one side, there's Simpson being praised as the No. 1 quarterback in the 2026 class. While Indiana…...

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coltswire.usatoday.com > story > news > 06/26/2025 > when-is-the-deadline-for-alabama-fortnite-players-to-claim-ftc-refunds-what-to-know > 84371836007

Alabama Fortnite gamers could be eligible for FTC refunds. Here's the deadline

9+ mon, 8+ hour ago  (234+ words) Alabama Fortnite fans can now claim a piece of $126 million in refunds from the Federal Trade Commission after being charged for unwanted in-game purchases. Here's what you need to know about claiming your refund. The FTC found that Epic Games…...

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coltswire.usatoday.com > story > news > 06/24/2025 > why-is-alabama-boycotting-mcdonalds-heres-what-to-know > 84330936007

Hold the fries: What Alabama customers should know about the week-long McDonald’s boycott

9+ mon, 2+ day ago  (238+ words) A national advocacy group is urging consumers to boycott McDonald's this week. The group accuses the food giant of price gouging, worker exploitation and broken diversity promises. The People's Union USA says the protest, which begins June 24, is about corporate…...

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coltswire.usatoday.com > story > news > 06/04/2025 > craig-melvins-viral-made-in-alabama-hat-where-to-buy-it-online > 84026868007

Craig Melvin wore this ‘Made in Alabama’ hat on TV, now you can wear it too. Where to buy one

9+ mon, 3+ week ago  (193+ words) A simple family visit to NBC's Today Show became a big moment for Alabama pride, all thanks to a ball cap. Lauren Rowland of the Alabama Department of Commerce visited The Today Show with her family, wearing the department's "Made…...