Alabama’s two U.S. Senators, Tommy Tuberville and Katie Britt, are commending the state’s leadership in the forest products industry after a recent study by Jacksonville State University’s Center for Economic Development and Business Research indicated that the industry supports more than 123,000 jobs and contributes $36 billion annually to the state’s economy. “Almost every wood […]

U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers visited a Goodgame Company job site at Associated Metal Cast in Oxford on Wednesday as part of the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) of Alabama’s 2024 Congressional Hard Hat Tour. During his tour, Rep. Rogers (R-Saks) spoke with industry leaders and frontline construction workers about the construction industry’s issues. The discussions […]

In a recent opinion piece, Vice Chair of the Alabama Democratic Party Tabitha Isner criticized Republican Party leaders and conservatives in general for reminding people that America isn’t a democracy — it’s a republic. Isner huffed about how Alabama Republican Party Chairman John Wahl recently said in a radio interview that the “mainstream media wants […]

As the November 5, 2024 general election approaches, Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall is stepping up on the national stage to defend election integrity. On Friday, he and 24 state attorneys general filed a brief before the U.S. Supreme Court in support of Arizona’s efforts to ensure that only U.S. citizens participate in its elections. […]

U.S. Rep. Dale Strong visited Athens First United Methodist Church on Thursday to speak at an Alabama League of Municipalities event, in a series of Congressional luncheons hosted by the group to bring local and federal leaders together. Rep. Strong (R-Monrovia) spoke to a wide range of policy and political topics he’s working on in […]

State Rep. Rex Reynolds has been recognized as the 310 Association’s Legislator of the Year for his dedication to expanding mental health and substance abuse services in Alabama in his role as Chairman of the House General Fund Committee. Established by Alabama Act 310, 310 Boards are public, non-profit corporations involved in providing free mental […]

On Friday, The Go Wide I-65 Coalition, a new 501(c)(4) group, launched a campaign to widen Alabama’s Interstate 65, a plan steadily championed by Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth. The campaign’s launch is accompanied by billboard advertisements that can be seen all along I-65, from the Tennessee state line to Mobile beginning today. George Clark, executive […]

It’s August in Alabama—we all know what that means. Football season is upon us. In just a few weeks, some of Alabama’s greatest towns will be full of fans from across the country. As much as we all love a good tailgate, college football is about more than that. For a few hours every Saturday, […]

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville is putting former assistant high school football coach and current Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz in his kennel after he told reporters Wednesday night at a fundraiser that he saw himself as the “anti-Tommy Tuberville” and that he hoped to prove “football coaches are not the dumbest people.” Tuberville, a […]

Mobile Baykeeper, a coastal environmental group, praised U.S. Senator Katie Britt for her role in securing a $47 million federal appropriation for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to increase the use of dredged sediment from the Mobile Bay shipping channel for projects that benefit the coastal environments. The Alabama Port Authority announced this week […]

According to a new poll from Cygnal, after a tumultuous six weeks, the 2024 presidential race has returned to a state of stasis, with former President Donald Trump and the Republican Party maintaining a slight edge. The former president continues to hold a major advantage on issues most important to Independent voters. On illegal immigration, […]

U.S. Rep. Dale Strong is increasing pressure at the federal level over the visible uptick in the presence of migrants across his district. In a letter addressed to U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, he demanded accountability and answers regarding the steady flow of migrants into North Alabama. According to Strong (R-Monrovia), Mayoraks’ […]

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall is praising the efforts of Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen in making sure only American citizens and registered voters participate in elections. Allen announced Tuesday that he is instructing the Boards of Registrars in all 67 counties to immediately initiate steps to remove all individuals who are not United […]

State Rep. Susan DuBose (R-Hoover) says she firmly believes the state of Alabama will win the fight against the Biden administration’s changes to Title IX. Biden’s version of the law bans discrimination and harassment based upon sexual orientation and gender identity, which many believe will negatively impact women’s sports. Earlier this year, Alabama Attorney General […]

U.S. Senator Katie Britt is working hard to make sure that the Port of Mobile is both a vital economic artery for the region and a place of protection for its natural resources. Over the past year to achieve the goal, she has been working in conjunction with the Alabama Port Authority and the U.S. […]

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) is highlighting the impact of higher costs on farmers in the Yellowhammer State. “Ag land values have increased 9% over the last year in Alabama,” Tuberville said. “Our farmers are struggling amidst declining commodity prices and rising costs of inputs, equipment, inflation, and land values. We need to bring down […]

Secretary of State Wes Allen announced Tuesday that he is instructing the Boards of Registrars in all 67 counties to immediately initiate steps to remove all individuals who are not United States citizens from Alabama’s voter rolls. https://x.com/alasecofstate/status/1823395189743911330 “I have been clear that I will not tolerate the participation of noncitizens in our elections,” Allen […]

As the United States prepares for the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 2026, the U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission first began its work with authorization from Congress in 2016. On Tuesday, U.S. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-La) announced the appointment of Jimmy Rane to the Commission. U.S. Rep. Robert […]

A major upgrade in infrastructure is taking place in the Birmingham area. The Northern Beltline, a soon-to-be-completed 52-mile-long interstate, will stretch from Interstate 59 in northeast Jefferson County to the I-459 interchange near Bessemer. Elected officials, who visited the construction site late last week, touted the increase in economic growth and public safety offered by […]

Everyone still has questions about the assassination attempt of President Trump. A man taking a shot 150 yards away at a former president during his rally should never have happened. One innocent man should not have died on that day. Ongoing investigations have given light to poor, catastrophically insufficient communication between Secret Service and the […]

State Rep. Brock Colvin (R-Albertville) provided an update this morning on the recent sightings of several Haitian immigrants departing charter buses in Marshall County. Last week, videos quickly began to circulate on social media causing concern among locals that illegal immigrants were being transported via bus to live in the area. “Last week, I was […]

Whether you like him or hate him, one thing you can say about former President Donald Trump is he is a genius at marketing. His “Make America Great Again” campaign slogan might be the most famous in history. Now, he’s using his marketing skills to push for a big expansion of missile defense in the […]

Currently out for August recess, the majority of Alabama’s delegation to Washington joined state and business leaders for the Business Council of Alabama’s (BCA) annual Governmental Affairs Conference. Lawmakers offered updates and insight into a wide range of topics including the appropriations process, social media and the mental health of young Americans, creating wise regulations […]

Just under 90 days away from the 2024 general election, Democratic pollster Kevin Akins and GOP pollster Jim McLaughlin provided their latest analysis of the race for the White House and which party might control the U.S. House and Senate once the votes are counted. The pollster panel is a recurring feature of the Business […]