Candidate for Chief Justice of the Alabama Supreme Court, Bryan Taylor, has released the first video advertisement of his campaign. The ad, entitled ‘Uphold the Constitution’ highlights his military service, conservative judicial philosophy, commitment to applying the law as written, and upholding the Constitution, Taylor says. “Liberal judges are using the courts to advance their […]

Broad Metro LLC, an Alabama commercial real estate development company owned by Hoover resident William Kadish, has officially signed a lease agreement with Village Green Development to create a new, top entertainment venue in the Hoover area. The venue will be located within the company’s already existing Stadium Trace Village development. Several other aspects of the […]

In her State of the State address on Tuesday, Gov. Kay Ivey appealed to state lawmakers to quickly approve a new cutting-edge high school that will be focused on educating students in the healthcare sciences. The idea of the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences was first mentioned by Ivey in her State of the State […]

A change to the state Constitution is in the works in the Alabama House of Representatives. State Rep. Kenneth Paschal said Wednesday he is sponsoring a constitutional amendment that will recognize and protect the fundamental right of parents to direct the upbringing, education, care, and control of their children. “During the 2023 legislative session, I […]

Manufacture Alabama represents hundreds of companies — from the most recognized international corporations to small, family-owned operations — all integral to the economy in Alabama and across the globe.   The group announced the election of two new members to its board of directors, including Donna Jackson from International Paper and Craig Savage from Airbus. The […]

Former State Sen. Dick Brewbaker, GOP candidate for Congressional District 2, released his second televised campaign ad. Brewbaker’s ad, entitled ‘Not that complicated’ will air on broadcast, cable, and streaming television across the district. “Look, this is not that complicated when dealing with border issues,” Brewbaker says. “There are countries all over the world that […]

Alabama 2nd Congressional District candidate in the Republican primary, Caroleene Dobson, visited Washington D.C. recently and made a stop at the offices of Americans for Tax Reform. While there, Dobson signed the conservative organization’s “Taxpayer Protection Pledge,” promising that if elected to office she will never vote to increase federal levies. Dobson explained her views […]

Since 2019, Fruitdale residents have relied on their local Dollar General for convenient and affordable shopping. This year, the community came together for change because their beloved Dollar General fell short in one major category—fresh produce. Crystal Luce, Senior Director of Public Relations at Dollar General, explained why DG’s transformation of the location was so […]

At a press conference yesterday in Madison, the Poarch Band of Creek Indians announced that they have awarded a $250,000 grant to Madison Visionary Partners. The funding will go towards building a senior wing at the new Madison Community Center. Melanie Thornton, Executive Director of Madison Visionary Partners (MVP), expressed her gratitude towards the tribe, […]

Auburn University has reported that it has set a new school record for first year student applicants for a single semester. The university said that for the Fall of 2024 over 55,000 first year students have applied. The new number represents a 14% increase from 2023’s applicant numbers. “It is exciting to once again see […]

The University of South Alabama now has a new Vice President of Governmental Relations, the school said Monday. Nick Lawkis, the office’s executive director since 2019, was selected by university leadership to take over the role. Lawkis has a personal connection to the university, holding two degrees from USA. As part of his new position, […]

Rep. Juandalyn Givan (D-Birmingham) announced she’s introducing a bill during the Alabama legislative session that would require a father to choose between paying for a woman’s abortion or having a vasectomy. According to the bill, a district judge can nullify the payment requirement if the father agrees to have a vasectomy. “In recent years, the […]

Governor Kay Ivey announced major broadband news for rural Alabama at a press conference in her hometown of Camden on Monday. Ivey revealed that a dozen entities from across the state will be receiving a portion of a massive $188,453,905 grant aimed at connecting some of the more isolated areas in Alabama with high speed, […]

Former President of the University of Alabama and Chancellor of the University of Alabama System, Dr. Robert Witt, left a monolithic legacy at the Capstone and across the universities of the UA System. Thanks to a significant contribution from an alum and a vote of the UA System Board of Trustees, one of the most […]

In 2023, Alabama, like much of the United States, experienced what the National Association of Realtors (NAR) has labeled as, “the weakest year for existing home sales since 1995 and the biggest annual decline since 2007.” “Everyone is aware that 2023 was a rough year for real estate across the country,” said Alabama Realtors President […]

Alabama Supreme Court Associate Justice Sarah Stewart picked up the endorsements of a group of Alabama district attorneys in her bid for Chief Justice of the Alabama Supreme Court. The local district attorneys endorsing Stewart include: Keith Blackwood, Mobile Rob Broussard, Madison Matt Casey, Shelby Bob Wilters, Baldwin Hays Webb, Tuscaloosa Lynn Hammond, Calhoun Lyle […]

Former President Donald Trump and head of the United Auto Workers union, Shawn Fain, have exchanged words in a long conflict that is dusting up once again after Fain announced his endorsement of President Joe Biden in the 2024 presidential election. According to The Hill, “Biden campaign officials believe the president can strongly contrast his support […]

Alabama State Parks honored seven individuals and one organization over the weekend at the eighth annual Eagle Awards. The awards ceremony took place at Lake Guntersville State Park. “Our Alabama State Parks attract millions of visitors each year, and that wouldn’t be possible without the enormous contributions made by volunteers, elected officials and community partners who […]

State Senator April Weaver announced plans at a press conference on Thursday to introduce a bill that will raise the penalties on falsely reporting a crime and/or transmitting a false report alleging imminent danger to a person or the public. If passed, the two offenses will change from Class A misdemeanors to Class C felonies. […]

The Birmingham Business Alliance (BBA) has announced that it has chosen someone familiar to the organization to take over its Vice President of Investor Relations post. Meredith Drennen, who served as the organization’s director of operations from 2009-2014, is charged with growing the BBA’s investor base and overseeing the Leadership Exchange Trip. “Investor relations is […]

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court on Friday in support of Tennessee and Kentucky laws that will protect children from experimental gender transitional treatments. Marshall, in the brief, specifically argued against the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) — which he says advocates for allowing the […]

In big Gulf Coast real estate news, Crye Leike Gulf Coast Real Estate & Vacation Rentals has announced that it has acquired vacation rental management company Flip Flop Vacations and Real Estate based in Gulf Shores. Crye*Leike Gulf Coast President David Stidham said that the acquisition grows his company’s inventory on the Gulf Coast by […]

As part of a new national $350 million settlement, Alabama will be receiving close to $5.5 million to help combat the opioid crisis plaguing the state, Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced. The settlement comes after Publicis Health, a global marketing and communications firm that worked with several opioid related companies, admitted its conduct had […]

The Port of Mobile’s growing economic impact on Alabama continues to multiply — with no sign of slowing down anytime soon. According to a study commissioned by the Alabama Port Authority, it generated a $98.3 billion economic impact for the state in 2023. That represents a $13 billion jump from 2022’s impact. “While our Gulf […]