Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind

The Helen Keller Festival is once again coming to the birthplace of the Alabama-native in Tuscumbia to honor the state historical figure. Helen Keller was born in Tuscumbia on June 27, 1880. A childhood illness left Keller both blind and deaf when she was just 19 months old.

Alabama law enforcement officers are getting extra training due to a new State law. The Cade Noah Act went into effect this month. It requires lawmen to be instructed on how to interact with people who have sensory needs.

Selma residents will have the opportunity to have their hearing screened tomorrow. The project is called “Hear Here Alabama.” It’s sponsored by the University of Alabama to increase access to hearing healthcare in rural areas.

The Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind Foundation has received a one million dollar gift from an anonymous donor.The Gadsden Times reports the gift…

A screening committee has picked three finalists for the presidency of the Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind. Trustees will interview John Mascia, a…

The president of the Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind plans to retire next year. Terry Graham says he will step down as head of the state-sponsored…