Posts by Austen Shipley — Page 32
For many consumers already facing inflation, everyday life has become more expensive thanks to a new rule from the Biden Administration enacted to meet its liberal climate agenda. In particular, the new mandate being enforced by the U.S. Department of Energy limits the ability of Americans to buy and operate a functional and cost efficient […]
The Republican National Committee has released its newest policy platform ahead of the 2024 Presidential Election. Two of the goals featured in the RNC document are the creation of a pro-cryptocurrency environment nationwide and the protection of citizens from a central bank digital currency. “Republicans will end Democrats’ unlawful and un-American crypto crackdown and oppose […]
Southwest Airlines has announced that it will become the “Official Airline of the SEC” beginning July 1. This partnership is part of a new, multi-year sponsorship agreement. As part of the deal, Southwest has established new routes and additional services surrounding several “SEC-centric showdowns,” including USC vs. LSU in the Vegas Kickoff Classic, Alabama at […]
The Republican National Committee has released its 2024 platform, now just months away from the November election. In the new plan of action are several tenets meant to restore “common sense” in both politics and policy. It marks the first time that the party has strongly and succinctly revised its public mission since 2016. “For […]
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced Wednesday that a former insurance company employee will have to spend a year in prison and pay over half a million dollars in restitution after being convicted of one count of first-degree theft. Kelli Sayers Burt, a former employee of Alliance Insurance Group, was indicted by a Montgomery County […]
A boy from Montgomery, Alabama earned the coveted “Golden Buzzer” on Tuesday night’s airing of NBC’s America’s Got Talent and will automatically advance in the competition. Reid Wilson, 14, received the honor from judge Howie Mandel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eNQEZ099NbI “I was bowled over because I was surprised,” said Howie. “I got surprised first of all because you’re […]
Congressman Jerry Carl (R-Mobile) has announced that legislation to help protect and promote the Underwater Forest in the Gulf of Mexico has officially passed the U.S. House of Representatives as of Monday. Per the Alabama Underwater Forest National Marine Sanctuary and Protection Act, authored by Carl, the 60,000-year-old forest located a few miles off the […]
Former President Donald Trump threw down the gauntlet Tuesday evening at a packed campaign rally in Florida, challenging Joe Biden to a $1 million charity golf game at his National Doral Golf Club. Trump even offered to spot Biden 20 strokes. “I will even give Joe Biden 10 strokes a side. 10 strokes, that’s a […]
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency has revealed the number of traffic related fatalities and drownings that it recorded across the state during the Fourth of July travel period. They noted that during the same time frame, for the third year in a row, zero boating fatalities were recorded. Troopers with the agency reportedly investigated nine […]
A former Montgomery postal carrier is facing 20 years in prison after being convicted of one count of postal theft by an employee and three counts of mail fraud. James Glover, 44, allegedly stole checks and documents containing financial information from the mail. The stolen checks were altered or used to create fraudulent checks and […]
Country music legend Hank Williams’ 101st birthday is quickly approaching. The Hank Williams Museum announced Monday that on September 14 it will host a concert at Troy University’s Davis Theater in Montgomery beginning at 3 p.m. The headlining act will be the Malpass Brothers. “Though he died at just 29 years of age, Hank left […]
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall filed a brief with the U.S. Supreme Court last week on behalf of a 26 state coalition. The states’ efforts are centered around protecting religious liberty after a synagogue in Tampa, Florida, was told it could no longer advertise on public transportation. The entity enforcing the policy, the Hillsborough County […]
A doorbell cam captured a sweet moment shared between a Labrador named “Saban” and a FedEx delivery man. According to the owner, the dog often greets anyone delivering a package. But this time, it was particularly special. See for yourself: “Delivery drivers interact with him all the time, but this is the first time we […]
U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville didn’t mince words Sunday when asked about the prospect of Democrats pushing President Joe Biden aside as their party’s nominee ahead of the November 2024 general election. “He doesn’t know what day it is,” said Tuberville (R-Auburn) on Fox’s Sunday Morning Futures. “It’s unfortunate for Joe Biden. He’s sick. Nobody can […]
The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department is releasing its own television show this week. The show, “Jefferson County Cam Watch”, will follow deputies documenting their day-to-day actions -serving the public. “We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our new TV show aimed at giving you a first person view of the work of our deputies,” the […]
The 2024 Guntersville Hydro-fest drew a large crowd hoping to see some of the world’s fastest boats in action and attendees were not disappointed. HydroFest features a 2.5-mile oval course that has recently been named the fastest in the world. Boats, powered by helicopter engines, exceeded speeds of 200 mph. There were several different classes […]
Baldwin County Sheriff Huey “Hoss” Mack announced he will be retiring later this after 17 years as the head of the department. Mack, however, isn’t leaving the world of law enforcement entirely. The Alabama Sheriff’s Association has recently named him its executive director. RELATED: Houston County’s Valenza named President of the Alabama Sheriffs Association The […]
Amid a massive city-wide increase of crime in Montgomery, Mayor Steven Reed accepted the resignation of the city’s former police chief, Darryl Albert, in early April. Now, Reed has announced that he has hired a Texas firm, Strategic Government Resources (SGR), to find the capital city’s next chief. SGR specializes in providing solutions for local […]
Electric vehicles on Alabama’s interstates are about to receive a big boost thanks to $11.2 million in grant funding recently awarded by Governor Kay Ivey. The money has been divided into fourteen individual grants. Thirteen will be going towards installing electric vehicle charging stations at fueling locations found across Alabama’s interstate system. The remaining grant […]
In Baldwin County, four individuals have been arrested and charged under a recently-enacted state law that permits the prosecution of anyone who sells or provides drugs leading to a fatal overdose. Those arrested were: Gerald Lee Anderson III, 27, Roshell Michael Benson, 32, Malia Autumn Decautur, 25, and Madison Lee Hayek, 22. All have been […]
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey wished all Alabamians a happy and safe Fourth of July. In a video message, Ivey spoke of the sacrifices of our forebears and emphasized the important role education plays in growing patriotism and civic responsibility among Alabama students. She reaffirmed Alabama’s continued commitment to being the most military-friendly state in the […]
A new, innovative artificial intelligence research center will soon go live at the University of Alabama. Housed in the College of Engineering, the Alabama Center for the Advancement of Artificial Intelligence has largely been made possible thanks to a $2 million donation in honor of former chair of the department of computer science, Dr. Marvin […]
U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville announced that he selected an educator from Trussville to be his Veteran of the Month for July. Each month, the Senator recognizes a different Alabama veteran for both their services and contributions to their community. For the month of July, Tuberville (R-Auburn) chose U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Wayne Davenport, to receive […]
In May, U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) and Ted Cruz (R-TX) introduced the IVF Protection Act, which has since been blocked by Senate Democrats who wield the power of the majority in the upper chamber. However, the U.S. House of Representatives will now consider the measure. U.S. Reps. Scott Perry (R-PA) and Nancy Mace (R-SC) […]

