Greenville native and former Alabama legislator, George McMillan, has passed away at the age of 81. McMillan, known for his swift rise in state politics and impressive work ethic, was elected in 1973 to the Alabama House of Representatives on behalf of Jefferson County.

The Alabama House of Representatives on Thursday passed HB7, also known as the Laken Riley Act, a measure aimed at increasing collaboration between state and local law enforcement and federal immigration authorities. Named in memory of Laken Riley — a Georgia nursing student who was killed last year by an illegal immigrant who was awaiting […]

A bill that would lay the groundwork for a potential large-scale resort development near Smith Lake is moving forward, despite major from some local groups.  SB322 sponsored by Alabama Senate Pro Tem Garlan Gudger and State Sen. Jabo Waggoner (R-Vestavia Hills), passed the Senate Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development Committee last Wednesday.  The bill would […]

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Christopher Neal, 42nd Medical Group physical medicine technician, supports the Human Performance Flight at Air University at Maxwell Air Force Base by delivering targeted physical therapy services to airmen. “With fewer than 300 physical medicine technicians across the Air Force, the Human Performance Flight consists of two elements – physical therapy and optometry,” […]

7. State Sen. Arthur Orr (R-Decatur) predicts that all remaining votes in Alabama’s 2025 Senate session will require cloture to overcome Democratic filibusters, signaling that many bills, including tax cuts, may fail due to time constraints. The strategy, endorsed by Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth, follows a contentious Senate session where Republicans used cloture to pass six […]

The Alabama Senate Judiciary Committee has approved legislation that would significantly restructure the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles, a move prompted by lawmakers’ concerns about the board’s transparency and compliance with state guidelines. SB324, sponsored by State Sen. Clyde Chambliss (R-Prattville) passed the committee on an 8-3 vote. The proposal would expand the board […]

It has been 3 months since President Trump has entered the White House. In less than 100 days, President Trump and his administration have already identified more than $155 billion in government waste, fraud, and abuse that has gone unchecked for decades. One of the most shocking discoveries to-date has been the corruption within the […]

On a cool spring morning in Coosa County, a few hikers gather outside the Pinhoti Outdoor Center. They sip coffee, double-check their gear and swap stories about where the trail might take them next. It’s a familiar scene, but one that didn’t exist here five years ago. Back then, there was no local outfitter, no shuttle […]

John Kim is a highly regarded functional medicine pharmacist who has emerged as a leading voice in the fields of health, wellness, and preventative medicine. With an unwavering commitment to uncovering the root causes of chronic illness, John Kim empowers his clients to take control of their own health journeys, embodying the belief that “The […]

The Yellowhammer State’s lineworkers were celebrated Thursday by the Energy Institute of Alabama as part of Linemen Appreciation Day. The occasion, hosted at Whitewater Montgomery, was attended by several EIA member companies, including Alabama Power Company, Alabama Rural Electric Authority, Energy Southeast, Electric Cities of Alabama, PowerSouth Energy and Tennessee Valley Authority. Multiple state officials […]

Alabama farmers are encouraged to nominate research and Extension personnel whose work tangibly impacted their farms for two awards from the Alabama Farmers Federation.

Imagine stepping onto a thriving urban greenway, the path stretching ahead lined with trees and native plants. It’s a peaceful escape from the city streets, with wide paths for walking and biking, pocket parks, and public art installations throughout.

This year is the 70th anniversary of Burritt on the Mountain, Huntsville’s first museum. Founded in 1955, Burritt on the Mountain evolved from a home museum into a living history museum with nature trails, historic log cabins, the McCurdy Barnyard, Baron Bluff, and The View.

 Dr. Josh Wurman, a researcher at the University of Alabama in Huntsville, was recently named to the National Storm Chasing Hall of Fame. Alongside Dr. Karen Kosiba, Wurman leads the Flexible Array of Radars and Mesonets in the Severe Weather Institute – Radar & Lightning Laboratories (SWIRLL), part of the Earth System Science Center at UAH.

April 15 is traditionally known as the deadline to file your tax return. This time last year, Alabama political insiders had marked their calendars as that being the date that our 2026 political season would begin.

There is a natural phenomenon that occurs in only two places on Earth—Mobile Bay in the U.S. and Tokyo Bay in Japan. This natural wonder, known as a jubilee, is a fascinating sight to see.

Birds are chirping, grass is growing, pollen is floating on the breeze, and azaleas are bursting with blooms. Springtime is showtime for azaleas in Alabama landscapes. Lucy Ellington, the Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s director for Chilton County, said azaleas may be the most popular flowering shrubs in Alabama.

So much is happening in the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) State Parks Division that it’s difficult to keep up with all the renovations, upgrades, and expansions at the 21 state parks.

A generous donation of 13 lots is enabling the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) to protect additional ecologically sensitive property on the Fort Morgan Peninsula.

The Alabama Crimson Tide has a quarterback battle going in the national spotlight as spring camp has concluded and we move closer to the summer which will eventually give way to fall camp. Though we know who the favorite is at this point with offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb revealing this week that Ty Simpson would […]

The Auburn Tigers are headed into year three of the Hugh Freeze era and hope things go a whole lot better than they did over the first two. Freeze comes into this season under more pressure to win than perhaps he has been throughout his career, but it seems his roster may be the most […]

Radio talk show host Dale Jackson and 256 Today CEO Mecca Musick, take you through Alabama’s biggest political stories

In today’s episode of Longshore and McKnight, our hosts dive into topics ranging from the NBA playoffs to SEC football scheduling. They shared colorful memories about longtime ESPN analyst Lee Corso, who is set to make his final College GameDay appearance this fall, recalling a tense past interview with him and stories from his Alabama […]

As part of a partnership between the College of Human Environmental Sciences and Augusta National Golf Club, 61 UA students in varying programs in the department of human nutrition, hospitality and sport management gained valuable experiential learning experiences by working at the 2025 Masters Tournament. Now in its second year, the program allows students to […]