Two young ladies from Madison, Alabama, have important plans for today. For the third year in a row, Maelin-Kate Carlson and her best friend, Landri Kruse, will operate a neighborhood lemonade stand to support the important work at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The stand will be open at the Heritage Station Subdivision Pool area, […]

Tech billionaire Jared Isaacman, a private astronaut and leader of the Inspiration4 and Polaris Dawn missions to space, has made a second significant donation to the U.S. Space & Rocket Center for its Space Camp programs. Isaacman’s gift of $15 million will go toward the Inspiration4 Skills Training Complex, currently under construction, and seed money […]

One of the goals for the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) is to use Alabama-sourced materials as much as possible for construction projects, especially for the $228 million in expenditures to upgrade, renovate, and enhance its 21 State Parks around the state. The use of ductile iron pipe manufactured in Alabama in […]

Each month, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) honors a veteran for their service to the United States of America. The lawmaker recognized U.S. Army Corporal Elaine McLeod as the July “Veteran of the Month.” Tuberville posted the announcement in a video on X. “Veterans are the very heartbeat of the Wiregrass, and among those leading […]

Alabama continues to stand out as one of the most affordable states in the nation, with 10 of its counties ranking among the 50 least expensive counties to live in, according to a new report from 24/7 Wall Street. The report, “Where $50,000 Goes Furthest: America’s 50 Least Expensive Counties to Live In,” analyzed counties […]

Those of us who follow Alabama politics had been awaiting late May like kids waiting for Santa Claus at Christmas. We knew May 19 would be the golden opening date for candidates to begin making their announcements for Governor and other statewide Constitutional offices. Why? Because the law stipulates that candidates can begin raising campaign […]

A new effort across party lines to bring order to the chaotic world of name, image and likeness (NIL) in college sports took a big step forward this week with the introduction of legislation proposing to establish a national framework for student-athlete compensation — thanks in part to an Alabama congressman. The NIL era in […]

The Southeast’s growing tech ecosystem took center stage with the debut of the Sloss.Tech Ideas Pitch Competition in June 2025, a high-stakes showcase designed to give early-stage startups a meaningful platform to launch and scale. The competition, a joint effort by TechBirmingham, the Regions Foundation, and Sloss.Tech, filled a gap long noted by organizers. “We […]

U.S. Rep. Barry Moore looks like he’s ready to run. On Friday, Moore (R-Enterprise) said he will make a “BIG” announcement next month, which is anticipated to be the launch of his campaign for U.S. Senate in 2026. “Come out and enjoy food, live music, and a special announcement,” Moore’s campaign posted. Notably, the event […]

On today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, the show centered around the eagerly anticipated release of Phil Steele’s College Football Preview magazine! The hosts dissected Steele’s rankings, noting Alabama and Auburn’s alarmingly low placements in the top quarterback rooms — Alabama at No. 36 and Auburn barely cracking the list at No. 49. The duo […]

How will President Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” impact the state of Alabama?   Why are so many sick liberals saying outrageous things about the victims of the Texas floods, and why are they playing a weird blame game?   Do you have to care about Jeffrey Epstein? State Rep. Andy Whitt (R-Harvest) discusses THC […]

Alabama moved up one spot in CNBC’s annual “Top States for Business” rankings, coming in this year at No. 19 overall in the 2025 report released on Thursday. The state’s latest gain comes after last year’s performance in which Alabama was ranked as “most improved” in the nation. RELATED: CNBC: ‘Alabama is America’s most improved […]

U.S. Senator Katie Britt got the opportunity to speak with a fellow Alabamian at Wednesday’s Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing in Washington. The lawmaker introduced former Trump Administration member Lynda Blanchard of Montgomery as part of the latter’s confirmation hearings for an ambassadorship position within the United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization. Blanchard was first […]

As you plan your travels to the Gulf Coast this summer, consider making a meaningful stop at the Poarch Creek Indians Museum and Welcome Center in Atmore, Alabama. Located just off I-65 at Exit 54, this inviting destination offers an educational and enriching experience for all visitors—whether you’re on a family road trip, a teacher […]

Don Sciortino is a Pastor, and Encourager, who follows Jesus in all that He does. He encountered Jesus in a vision in 2009 where He was told to minister to the people in the area while driving down Pacific Coast Highway, so that is what he started to do. Don has a full time ministry, […]

The Alabama State Board of Education took another step this week toward implementing a statewide policy aimed at reducing vaping among public school students. The policy comes in response to growing concerns about the health effects of vaping on young people and the increasing number of students caught using e-cigarettes on school property. According to […]

The city of Huntsville now includes four counties. The Huntsville City Council approved a request Thursday by Wiz Kidz and Hollingshead Materials, which operates Smyrna Ready Mix Concrete, to annex 1,013.96 acres south of the Tennessee River. The property lies primarily along McCutcheon Loop Road in Morgan County, with a smaller portion extending along Vaughn […]

7. DNC Chair Ken Martin dismissed concerns over New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani’s refusal to condemn the “globalize the intifada” slogan, calling the Democratic Party a “big tent.” 6. Charles Barkley pledged full support for Auburn coach Bruce Pearl’s potential 2026 U.S. Senate bid, praising his leadership and character. 5. Huntsville City Council is […]

The rivalry between the Alabama Crimson Tide and Auburn Tigers is arguably the most iconic rivalry in the Southeastern Conference and possibly in all of college football as well. When the two teams meet in the Iron Bowl each year, the game can get chippy fast. For many players, there is certainly no love lost, […]

The Alabama Medicaid Agency is under new leadership after Governor Kay Ivey appointed a long-standing organization affiliate as its next commissioner. On Thursday afternoon, Ivey announced that she has selected attorney Bo Offord for the role. Offord has represented and advised the agency for 15 years on a variety of legal matters. Offord will be […]

 A mother and son have been arrested in connection with a fire that destroyed the Walker County Public Defender’s Office in downtown Jasper early Saturday morning. The Jasper Police Department held a press conference on Thursday to announce the arrests of 19-year-old Joseph Cole Whitten Kolachuk and his mother, 42-year-old Amanda Jo Howard Kulichok, on […]

Alabama students made measurable gains in reading and showed signs of improvement in math during the 2024–25 school year, according to statewide test results presented at the State Board of Education’s July 9 work session. State Superintendent Dr. Eric Mackey said the progress reflects the ongoing efforts of teachers and schools, while acknowledging the persistent […]

The Business Council of Alabama’s pro-jobs political affiliate, ProgressPAC, has announced its endorsement of Clint Hollingsworth in the upcoming District 12 special election.   “Clint Hollingsworth is a small business owner, a Cullman City Councilman, and a long-time resident of Cullman County,” said ProgressPAC Chairman Gary Smith. “He understands first-hand the challenges and opportunities facing Alabama’s […]

A team made up of 40 Alabamians specializing in search and rescue efforts is now on its way to Texas to assist with disaster relief after deadly floods swept through the state last week. The multi-disciplined group consists of members from Alabama Task Force 1 out of Mobile, the Tuscaloosa Fire Department, and the Saraland […]