When it comes to being in touch with the issues facing the people of Alabama and effectively serving them, the state legislature stands unrivaled. Given the chaos in D.C., the lack of direction from government agencies, and Joe Biden’s blatant ignorance, the responsibility falls solely on state governments to restore order, protect our rights, and […]

Robins & Morton caught the Auburn spirit this week when it celebrated the topping out of the Graduate Auburn hotel. During the ceremony to celebrate installing the final steel beam, signifying the structural completion of the project, the Birmingham construction firm hosted a raptor demonstration featuring, of course, a golden eagle. “Auburn is truly one […]

U.S. Rep. Jerry Carl released his fifth television ad on Friday. In the 30-second spot, Carl (R-Mobile) promotes Alabama’s legacy of peanut farming — while also roasting the “liberal nutjobs with nutty ideas” he’s taken on in Washington during his time in Congress. “Capitol Hill is full of liberal nutjobs with nutty ideas, but I’ve […]

State Senator April Weaver announced plans Thursday to introduce legislation 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.

On Tuesday, the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC) appealed a trial court order permitting unsuccessful license applicants to depose commissioners on an expedited basis. The unsuccessful applicants, now plaintiffs in civil lawsuits against the AMCC, secured an order permitting depositions of the commissioners based on their accusations that commissioners have broken the law by holding […]

As part of a new national $350 million settlement, Alabama will be receiving close to $5.5 million in order to combat the opioid crisis currently plaguing the state. The settlement comes after Publicis Health, a global marketing and communications firm that worked with several opioid related companies, admitted that its conduct had caused harm to the public.

Former Alabama baseball coach Brad Bohannon has been disciplined by the NCAA for his role in a gambling scandal which he was fired for last April. Bohannon, by the NCAA’s word had “violated NCAA wagering and ethical conduct rules when he knowingly gave information to an individual he knew to be betting on an Alabama […]

The Port of Mobile's growing economic impact on Alabama has reached massive proportions. The Port, according to a study commissioned by the Alabama Port Authority, had a $98.3 billion economic impact on the Yellowhammer State in 2022. That represented a roughly $13 billion jump from the previous year’s impact.

Alabama's most prominent weather man took to social media Thursday to reassure people that he has no plans of any kind to retire. James Span said that Rick and Bubba's morning announcement relating to their show ending after decades on air seems to have prompted some rumor's online that he too was bringing his time in broadcasting to a close.

The 2024 Alabama state legislative session begins next week, February 6th. As lawmakers prepare to utilize 30 total working days to complete the business of the people, including passing a state budget, political groups and elected officials themselves are releasing the priorities they wish to accomplish. “The Alabama Republican Party is strongly committed to supporting […]

This week, the Alabama Medical Association announced an effort to help reduce delays in prior authorizations. Alabama physicians say a new federal rule may help patients in government-sponsored health programs get more timely treatment — but action is still needed that applies to private insurance plans. The new rule from the U.S. Centers for Medicare […]

Sen. Tommy Tuberville delivered remarks Wednesday recognizing February as Career & Technical Education (CTE) Month. During his comments, the Senator emphasized the importance of CTE for not just Alabama's students, but the overall well being of the entire state, particularly its workforce.

Auburn wide receiver and member of the College Football Hall of Fame Terry Beasley passed away on Wednesday evening at the age of 73. Beasley remains Auburn’s all-time leader in both receiving yards and receiving touchdowns with 141 career receptions for 2,507 yards and 29 career touchdowns. He was one of the best players in […]

After three decades of laughter, authenticity, perspective, personality and community, the iconic radio duo Rick & Bubba announced that 2024 will be final year of their trademark show. Rick Burgess and Bill “Bubba” Bussey first teamed up in 1994. Now, after 30 years together, they announced their Alabama-based ‘Rick and Bubba Show’ will be coming […]

Alabama is a conservative state, and the citizens of our state have never shied away from standing up for their values. In Alabama, there are bedrock principles by which we live and govern. We’re steadfast in our faith in God. We defend the rule of law. We protect individual freedoms and innocent life. We work […]

Major improvements are coming to downtown Alexander City's water lines thanks to a $500,000 Community Development Block Grant, Gov. Kay Ivey announced Wednesday. The grant will be combined with additional funding from the Appalachian Regional Commission to complete the task.

On Monday night, several candidates running in the March 5, 2024 Republican primary in Alabama addressed the Butler County GOP Executive Committee. Alabama’s new 2nd Congressional District is almost evenly split between Black and White voters, therefore the possibility of the seat flipping from Republican to Democratic control is present. Local, state and federal Republican […]

According to the state, most of Alabama's public fishing lakes are set to go back to regular hours of operation come February. Jonathan Brown, State Lake Supervisor for the Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR), briefly discussed the change.

AE Industrial Partners — an aerospace, defense and industrial services private equity firm based out of Boca Raton, Florida and its affiliate Rocket Shoals — have acquired what was formerly the site of National Steel Car with plans to reinvent the Colbert County location as an “aerospace center of excellence.” The facility, which is 2.27 […]

A mobile on-site fuel delivery business headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama has shown tremendous growth in several key areas over the past few years. FuelFox, founded by Ben Morris in 2018, offers a unique service: fueling vehicles at their clients' locations, whether individual customers or entire fleets.

Last year, the state returned more than $50 million in unclaimed funds to their owners. Alabama is currently holding more than $1 billion in unclaimed funds for citizens. And, the state may be “holding a present for you,” said State Treasurer Young Boozer in announcing Thursday as “National Unclaimed Property Day.” According to his office, […]

According to Birmingham's ABC 33/40, the city of Homewood's finance director has said that state auditors are reviewing the Birmingham suburb's financial records. The state is reportedly looking into expenditures, contracts, city policies and if the city is complying with its own policies.

The Alabama Sheriff's Association has a new President. The organization recently named Houston County's Donald Valenza to the top position at its Sheriff’s Association’s Winter Conference in Opelika. It will be the first time that a sheriff from Houston County has served as president of the association.

In the early 1990s and prior, Alabama’s top industry was textiles, which was evidenced by the low-wage sock mills that peppered the state along with larger facilities making blue jeans, athletic wear, and other apparel items. But in 1993, Mercedes shocked the world and launched a transformation that continues to benefit our state today when […]