U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) strongly condemned the Agricultural Committee Chairwoman for posting the Farm Bill text just weeks before Congress is set to adjourn. U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee Chair Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.) released her draft “Rural Prosperity and Food Security Act” Monday. “The foundation of every successful farm bill is built on holding together […]

Wind Creek Hospitality, owned by the Poarch Band of Creek Indians, has announced an agreement to acquire the Birmingham Racecourse and Casino from the McGregor family to be finalized by early 2025. Wind Creek currently has three casinos in Alabama, including locations in Montgomery, Wetumpka and Atmore. Now, the Birmingham Racecourse, which offers pari-mutuel wagering […]

The Walker County Economic & Industrial Development Authority, joined by state and local leaders, broke ground last week on the Heritage Industrial Park — a 200-acre site strategically located just south of the Dora exit on Interstate 22. This milestone reflects the impact of Alabama’s Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy (SEEDS) and Growing Alabama […]

You may have heard the saying, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” Two Alabama entrepreneurs decided to make tea instead and were rewarded with a booming business and $500,000 from the reality television show Shark Tank. The successful tea company named Y’all Sweet Tea came to be after one of its founders, Darien Craig, was […]

Auburn University’s Samuel Ginn College of Engineering has set a college record for new research awards and contracts for a fiscal year, closing FY24 with $117.7 million. Auburn Engineering has now increased its annual research awards and contracts by more than 300% since 2018, when the college brought in $29 million. The college also set […]

Wilson Dam on the Tennessee River is set to receive some critical upgrades thanks to a $430 million grant from the Department of Energy. The funding, according to the agency, has been divided among 33 states for capital improvement projects. In early September, $1.92 million of the grant was given to the Tennessee Valley Authority […]

This week, Alabama Ag Credit announced the recipients of their 2024 JumpStart Grants to empower aspiring farmers and cultivate the future of agriculture in Alabama. From a competitive pool of 67 applications, five recipients were selected and a total of $50,000 was given to invest in their startup farming operations. “These grants represent more than […]

An administrative law judge has ruled in favor of Southern Orthopedic Surgeons’ plan for a state-of-the-art surgical facility designed to improve patient care and outcomes in the River Region. The plan, which requires a Certificate of Need (CON) to open the new surgical facility, now advances to the State Health Planning and Development Agency (SHPDA) […]

State Sen. Chris Elliott publicly confirmed news Friday morning about Alabama Senate President Pro Tempore Greg Reed’s exit from the higher chamber’s top role and an impending vote by members of the Alabama Senate Republican Caucus to select its next pro tem and potentially majority leader.  Elliott addressed the choice he and colleagues will soon […]

After months of negotiations, Huntsville Hospital Health System and UnitedHealthcare have reached an agreement that maintains the in-network status for United subscribers who are patients in HH Health System hospitals. “This new agreement enables patients to continue to have access to the HH Health care teams that they know and trust,” said Jeff Samz, CEO […]

Today, officials in Lauderdale County celebrated a significant milestone: The Florence-Lauderdale Industrial Park was awarded a $2 million grant through Alabama’s Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy (SEEDS) program. This funding, part of a statewide initiative to stimulate local economies, will enhance the infrastructure at the industrial park, paving the way for new businesses and […]

State lawmakers, industry leaders, and technology experts convened in Selma this month to discuss the transformative potential of blockchain and cryptocurrency during one of the panels hosted by the Alabama House Democratic Caucus – focusing on how decentralized technologies could reduce costs, boost small businesses, and expand financial access in Alabama. House Minority Leader and […]

A distinguished veteran from Marshall County will soon be honored for his heroic services to the country.  Colonel Ola Lee Mize received the Medal of Honor while serving in the U.S. Army, in the Korean War. After the conflict in Korea, Mize joined the Special Forces and completed three tours of duty in Vietnam. On […]

Yellowhammer News has received reports that State Sen. Greg Reed (R-Jasper) will be stepping down as President Pro Tempore of the Alabama Senate. A spokesperson for Reed’s office didn’t confirm or deny those reports on Wednesday, but issued a statement saying, “Senator Reed is looking forward to joining with his colleagues at caucus on Tuesday […]

U.S. Senators Rick Scott (R-FL) and Mike Lee (R-UT) publicly thanked Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) for voting for Scott in Wednesday’s election for Senate Republican Leader. “Thank you, @SenKatieBritt! Let’s get President Trump’s agenda done!” Scott posted to social media, confirming Britt’s support for him. Lee – who is the chair of the conservative Steering […]

A breezy October afternoon welcomed Marilyn Vetter, a Midwesterner with a lifelong love for the outdoors, to Alabama. In state for the Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival hosted annually on the banks of the Coosa River, Vetter found a fitting backdrop to share her story in an interview with Yellowhammer News As part of the festival, […]

7. President-elect Donald Trump is appointing former Florida U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz as attorney general, undoubtedly the most shocking choice of his new administration, so far. Gaetz, a vocal ally of Trump, has been known for his staunch conservative views and support of Trump’s policies. This potential appointment signals Trump’s intent to place loyalists in […]

In a unanimous decision, the University of Alabama System Board of Trustees elected O.B. Grayson Hall, Jr., a retired chairman and CEO of Regions Financial Corporation, to represent Alabama’s 6th Congressional District on the board. Hall, an alumnus of the University of Alabama, brings with him a legacy of leadership, having guided a Fortune 500 […]

Coca-Cola Bottling Co. UNITED on Tuesday announced it will be the name in title partner of the new Birmingham Amphitheater in the city’s Northside area. The Coca-Cola Amphitheater, set to open summer 2025, will bring some of the most popular artists to Birmingham, establishing itself as a premier destination for live entertainment and enriching the city’s […]

North Alabama leaders are reminding local first responders to register for the 2025 World Police & Fire Games. The competition is set for June 27-July 6 in Birmingham. It will include more than 8,500 first responders from 70 countries competing in more than 60 events.   During a luncheon Tuesday at the Auburn University Research and Innovation […]

The 2025 Pepsi Rock the South lineup has officially been announced by Peachtree Entertainment and organizers are saying that they expect this year’s festival to be bigger than ever before. Headlining acts of the event, now in its thirteenth year, will include Kid Rock, Nickelback, and Hank Williams Jr. The event is set for June […]

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville told CNN’s Manu Raju on Capitol Hill late Tuesday that is running for a second term in the U.S. Senate. Tuberville said he looks forward to being in the Senate majority for the first time in his stent in Washington. “Yeah, I’m running. Yeah, I’m getting on up there. I don’t […]

As people speculate how Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) will vote in Wednesday’s Republican Senate leadership election, Yellowhammer News is examining her voting record in the Senate. Following research that showed Britt has been the second most frequent opponent of President Biden’s judicial nominees, we took our own deep dive into Britt’s comprehensive voting history since taking office […]

Tuskegee University was the site of a mass shooting early Sunday morning that killed one, wounded twelve, and led to the injury of four others not struck by gunfire. In the video below, bystanders took cover as automatic gunfire rang out across the campus around 1:30 a.m.   View this post on Instagram   A […]