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Yesterday, Yellowhammer reported that a new ad was launched citing President Trump’s endorsement of Luther Strange in the primary run-off for the U.S. Senate, as well as the support of the NRA and National Right to Life. The ad said Strange is supporting the President’s agenda and said that starts with “draining the Washington swamp.” […]
“Say hello to the future,” was the mantra echoed at Apples long anticipated announcement of their newest iPhone yet, iPhone X. So like every year, you might be asking yourself, is the new phone worth the upgrade? Instead of digging through the flurry of articles of why you should or shouldn’t upgrade, we’ve broken it […]
According to a report by the Tab, a Clemson student referred to only as Nathan was so desperate to see the Tigers play the Tigers Saturday night, he reportedly made a fake ID to get into the game, but not just any fake credentials. Using expert Photoshop skills, this enterprising economics major made a fake […]
After a seven-month off-season, football has finally returned. For most people in the heartland, game days are a time for tailgating, spending too many hours in front of the television, and enjoying a short escape from the stresses of everyday life. Over the past decade or so, football has eclipsed all other major sports in […]
As reported by Fox 10 News, yesterday, passerby’s stopped in shock as they noticed part of the Mobile Bay had almost entirely dried out. While the phenomenon is not common, it’s perfectly natural, a great example of the massive power generated by Hurricane Irma, said Chief Meteorologist Jason Smith. Smith explained how the water disappeared, […]
Six days ago, Hurricane Irma’s massive reach covered a 364-mile footprint, roughly the size of Pennsylvania. With that breadth, she slammed into the Caribbean as a full-strength, Category 5 hurricane, sowing widespread destruction and claiming the lives of 38 people. According to Quartz.com, “Irma was the strongest storm ever on record in the Atlantic, outside […]
As reported by the Washington Post, the White House has reaffirmed its support for Senator Luther Strange as time winds down in the intense primary runoff against former Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore. As we reported in early August, President Trump endorsed Strange in the Republican primary for Senate. To boost votes for the Senator, […]
Three Auburn football players are proving they can soar like eagles on and off the field. Punter Ian Shannon, offensive lineman Nick Brahms, and kicker Anders Carlson are all majoring in professional flight. The fact that they are teammates provides a little competition, as each pushes to study harder and fly longer than his teammate. […]
As I mentioned last week, we will have a plethora of political contests to follow next year, and the field is beginning to formulate The governor’s race is always the marquee event. However, the most important races will be for the 35 State Senate and 105 House of Representatives seats. These legislative races will be […]
A 9-year-old boy is proving that generosity comes in all shapes and sizes. According to The Weather Channel, Landon Routzong was getting lunch at a Chick-Fil-A in Troy on Friday, when he noticed that the car in front of them had a Florida license plate. Landon had been wanting to help the evacuees from Hurricane Irma […]
The Strange for Senate campaign announced today that it’s releasing a new TV ad for the Republican special primary run-off election for U.S. Senate. In the ad entitled “Mad,” Luther Strange emphasizes his frustration with the Establishment and career politicians in Washington, D.C. for standing in the way of President Donald Trump’s agenda “Like many Alabamians, I am mad […]
In a news release today, Alabama Supreme Court Associate Justice Will Sellers announced he would seek election for a full term in 2018, noting: “I am grateful to Governor Kay Ivey for appointing me to the Alabama Supreme Court. I have now served three full months on the Court, and I intend to qualify to […]
President Trump declared today that an emergency exists in the State of Alabama. For this reason, he ordered Federal assistance to supplement “State, tribal, and local response efforts due to the emergency conditions resulting from Hurricane Irma beginning on September 8, 2017, and continuing.” As the White House media advisory stated: The President’s action authorizes […]
Governor Kay Ivey issued an Executive Order today giving Alabama citizens a 24-hour extension on registering to vote in the upcoming run-off election for the U.S. Senate between incumbent Luther Strange and Roy Moore. With state offices closed due to Hurricane Irma, Ivey issued the order, stating: “With today being the deadline to register to […]
As reported by WHNT News, Lee High School in Huntsville is now the target of a group wishing to erase the memory of a war that took place over 150 years ago. RELATED: Charles Barkley Says Confederate Debate Is Waste of Time The group behind the proposed name change has registered their petition with the […]
It has been five months since Kay Ivey assumed the office of Governor of Alabama, leaving the state without a Lieutenant Governor. With that empty seat, some lawmakers are exploring the possibility of changing the Lt. Governor’s role. According to the Decatur Daily, Senator Gerald Dial (R-Lineville), has said that he will sponsor a constitutional amendment […]
Sixteen years ago today, the unthinkable happened. For the first time since the Japanese assault on Pearl Harbor, America was attacked. On that fateful morning of September 11, 2001, Americans all over the country sat glued to their televisions, watching the atrocities unfold before them. We will never forget those who were taken from us, […]
September 9th, 9:18 A.M.—Hurricane Irma is making landfall in less than 24 hours. Anxiety fumes are in the air—you could light a match and the room go up in flames. I’m in a Holiday-Inn lobby. This place is overrun with people. The desk clerk tells me that most guests are evacuees from south and central […]
Notwithstanding a field of 51 highly talented young women, Alabama born Briana Kinsey finished as the third runner up in last night’s Miss America Pageant. A graduate of Hoover High School and the University of Alabama, Briana represented the District of Columbia, where she’s lived since graduating from UA in 2015. Her story is not […]
Jake Pratt has taken Alabama and the entire country by storm in recent weeks. The 18-year-old football player with Down Syndrome went viral on social media and was featured on ESPN for his epic touchdown run at the end of Vestavia’s pre-season game against Briarwood Christian. RELATED: A Once-in-a-Lifetime Moment in an Alabama High School Football Game This […]
UPDATE: Since this story was posted, Governor Kay Ivey issued an extension to the deadline. Voters now have until 11:59 pm Tuesday, Sept 12th to register to vote in this election since state offices were closed today. Related: Alabama Senate Race: Voter Registration Extended Through Tomorrow Due to Irma On Sept. 26, Sen. Luther Strange […]
By Congressman Gary Palmer Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof. Thus reads the First Amendment of the Constitution that our Founders intended to be, and should still be, the law of the land in every state, in every territory and even in the District of […]
by William J. Canary Congress returns to Washington facing enormous challenges. These include passing a domestic tax cut that is important for this and future generations. President Trump has suggested a tax cut to reduce the unbelievable domestic income tax rate for corporations, including manufacturers, of 39 percent, to a competitive 15 percent. In addition, […]
As reported by SEC Country, Coach Saban said it’s not for him to decide if he’s worth his $11 million salary, but Alabama fans everywhere will tell you in a skinny minute that he’s worth every penny. Giving his weekly media address yesterday, Saban was asked an unusual question: “Do you believe you’re worth your […]

