BIRMINGHAM — No. 25-ranked UAB’s softball team had a 15-game win streak and hadn’t lost at home.

11 practices into preseason camp for UAB, and the Blazers make a roster addition with hopes of boosting the offensive line.

Nice guys — and gals — don’t always finish last. A program that highlights students for their faith, character and patriotism has established a chapter at Jacksonville State University. The Youth ...