According to an article in the Birmingham Business Journal, a 510-acre amusement part—The Park at OWA is scheduled to open on July 21st in Foley, Alabama. The themed park will boast 21 rides that include a roller coaster named “Rollin’ Thunder” .along with midway games, fast-food options, and the Parkside Gift Shop. OWA’s website says: […]

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Walt Maddox, the Mayor of Tuscaloosa, has announced the formation of an exploratory committee for a 2018 Gubernatorial run. If he enters the race, Maddox will run as a Democrat. “While many have urged me to change parties for the sake of political convenience, that would be dishonest — dishonest with you, […]

(Opinion by Senator Luther Strange) As June comes to a close, Alabama’s schools have let out, and summer is in full swing. Students have turned in final projects and taken final exams, earning a well-deserved chance to catch their breath. But in Congress, there are several projects left unfinished, and adjourning for the annual August […]

State Senator Gerald Allen (R-Tuscaloosa) announced his bid for reelection to the Alabama State Senate this morning. District 21, which Allen serves, Alabama Senate District 21 includes parts of Lamar, Pickens, and Tuscaloosa counties. Touting a strong conservative record, Senator Allen’s announcement noted his focus on prohibiting “the use of foreign law in Alabama state courts […]

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — There are only a few things that move slower than molasses, but government agencies are certainly one of them. Knowing this, Secretary of State John Merrill (R-Ala.) sought to increase his office’s speed of processing business filings through the application of business-world tactics. The numbers clearly show success, as the office is […]

  Update 1:05 pm: David Kumbroch with WHNT is reporting that Redstone Arsenal officials say they the threat is over after reports of a “possible active shooter” and that the gates are now back open, but the situation remains under investigation. A statement on Redstone’s official Facebook page says this: This morning, a potential active […]

New 200,000 square feet facility to locate in Huntsville’s Cummings Research Park  Blue Origin has announced plans to manufacture its BE-4 engine in Huntsville, a move that represents 342 jobs and a $200 million capital investment in Alabama’s economy. The company’s new state-of-the art production facility will be built in Cummings Research Park, the country’s […]

By Chris Reid Despite the fact that the GOP has more political power than any time since the 1920s, many young conservatives face a level of hostility from the left that has never been seen in the United States. Academia is completely controlled by the left, and they no longer believe in a free exchange […]

GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. — Republican State Rep. Will Ainsworth held a rally in Guntersville Saturday evening to announce his candidacy for lieutenant governor. Elected to the Alabama House of Representatives in 2014, Ainsworth is from Alabama’s House District 27, which includes parts of Marshall, DeKalb, and Blount counties. The focus of Ainsworth’s campaign includes continued ethics […]

By Lauren Naumcheff Many organizations today are having a tough time interacting with the new generation of individuals entering the workforce: millennials. Members of this generation have a different set of needs and desires for their work environments than previous generations, and often get a bad rap for this. However, one Hunstville-based business has stood […]

June 22, 2017 – U.S. Senator Luther Strange appeared on Fox Business with Lou Dobbs on Wednesday evening to discuss the anticipated Senate legislation to repeal and replace Obamacare: Sen. Strange: I’m confident about the new GOP health care bill Sen. Luther Strange (R-AL) on the Republican health care bill. Watch the latest video at […]

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Thanks to the hard work of the Alabama Clean Fuels Coalition, the Yellowhammer state reduced its dependence on foreign oil by 6.5 million gallons last year. Additionally, Alabama also reduced its overall greenhouse gas emissions by 25.6 tons due to the increased use of alternative transportation fuels. According to its website, the […]

Last week, the Greene County (Mississippi) Sherriff’s Office reported the disappearance of sixteen-year-old Claudia Landrum (16) from Washington, Alabama and Kaelyn Smith  (17) Greene, Mississippi. The GCSD believes the pair of runaways are together but, obviously, the police and the girl’s families want to find them and ensure their safety. Yesterday, the department said they’re […]

ABBEVILLE, Ala. — According to Forbes.com, Jimmy Rane is still Alabama’s richest resident, with a net worth of $700 million. Rane, a self-made millionaire, earned his fortune through his lumber company Great Southern Wood. The company, headquartered in his hometown of Abbeville, is the largest of its kind in the world. He has also become […]

The Trump Administration is bringing American manufacturing back to the forefront, with recent efforts including a “Buy American, Hire American” executive order and an infrastructure plan that could positively impact the manufacturing industry. While these efforts aim to bring jobs back to the United States, enforce trade laws and boost the economy, they will also […]

A 10-year-old boy visiting the Alabama coast from St. Louis was killed by debris Wednesday morning in Fort Morgan, Alabama. The boy’s tragic death is the first confirmed loss of life by Tropical Storm Cindy that’s battering the Gulf Coast. According to the reports by Weather Channel and ABC News, the boy died of injuries […]

PRATTVILLE, Ala. — Jeremy Arthur, the president and CEO of the Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama, announced his run for the Alabama House of Representatives yesterday. He will run as Republican in District 88, which represents parts of Autauga and Elmore Counties. “The hardworking men and women of District 88 deserve a representative who […]

AUBURN, Ala. — The Winkelmann Group, a German-based high-tech manufacturer that primarily services the aerospace industry, is coming to Alabama and bringing 50 jobs with it. In a Monday announcement at the Paris Air Show, the company and Gov. Kay Ivey (R-Ala.) stated that a $12 million metal forming operation will be set up in […]

Yellowhammer recently interviewed Lieutenant Gubernatorial candidate, Mary Scott Hunter, as we’ve done with other candidates in recent weeks. Below are our questions and her answers: YH: Can you share a little about your background and what you think has prepared you to be Lieutenant Governor? MSH: “I’m a big believer in preparation. My 15 years […]

According to a report by the Daily Caller, Alabama Congressman Mo Brooks was on the hit list of the man who attacked members of Congress and their staff at the baseball field in Alexandria, VA early Wednesday morning. It’s now apparent that his actions were a well-planned political assassination attempt aimed at murdering three very […]

For Immediate Release – June 16, 2016 The Calhoun County Republican Party is hosting a U.S. Senate Republican Candidate this Tuesday night Candidates for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Luther Strange—to which he was appointed when Jeff Sessions became the U.S. Attorney General—will participate in a debate at the Oxford Civic Center Tuesday, […]

Although kids might feel like summer vacation is just getting started, school will be back in session before they know it. Going back to school necessarily means going back-to-school shopping, which is why so many parents rely on the state sales tax holiday to save money. But parents should be aware that instead of being […]

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Rev. William Owens, the founder and President of the Coalition of African-American Pastors, has endorsed former Alabama Supreme Court Chief Justice Roy Moore in the state’s U.S. Senate race. Owens showed his public support for Moore in a photo posted on Twitter featuring his family at an event for Moore. With my […]

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — After serving with distinction in the U.S. Army, retired Captain Clayton Hinchman is running for Congress in Alabama’s Fifth District as a Republican. Hinchman will compete for the seat currently held by U.S. Senate candidate Mo Brooks, who can run for reelection if his bid for the upper chamber fails. Hinchman lost […]