Farmers who use the federal H-2A guest worker program scored a crucial victory last week when a district court halted overreach from the Department of Labor (DOL). On Nov. 26, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi barred the DOL from enforcing its Worker Protection Rule, which unlawfully extended unionization rights to […]

7. Syrian President Bashar Assad fled to Moscow after Syrian rebel forces seized control of Damascus, ending his family’s 50-year rule, with celebrations erupting across Syria reminiscent of the Arab Spring. Rebel leader Abu Mohammed al-Golani, a former al-Qaida commander turned pluralist advocate, is poised to shape Syria’s future as international actors like Russia and […]

As a continuation of supporting Alabama’s fish habitats, Alabama Power experts and volunteers recently partnered with the University of Montevallo fishing team, Mossback Fish Habitat; Steve Bardin, a fisheries biologist with the Major League Fishing (MLF) professional bass fishing league (formerly FLW); and Greg Vinson, professional bass fishing angler within MLF, to deploy Mossback fish habitat into Lay Lake. Both professionals […]

The best-laid plans often crumble. But it’s okay. Sometimes, the deck is stacked against you; the stars are misaligned; the recipe is just wrong. So it was for me the Christmas that I decided to build a gingerbread house. Note, I did not write decorate. I was above buying one of the already put-together gingerbread […]

The holiday season is here: the temperatures are cooling, the lights and wreaths are going up, and the store shelves are stocked and ready for holiday buyers. Instead of last-minute rushing through the aisles, prepare your checklist – and your wallet – with these tips and tricks from our friends at Regions Bank. This is […]

Back when I served as a County Commissioner in Pickens County, I constantly searched for ways to save money because I wanted to be a responsible steward of the people’s money. I wasn’t alone. Every responsible elected official, from county commissioners and local mayors all the way to the governor’s office, strives to pinch pennies […]

Our legendary governor of the 1940s and 1950s was the giant, cartoonish character James E. “Big Jim” Folsom. Ole Big Jim ran against the big businesses of Birmingham – big banks, utilities, and U.S. Steel – and labeled them the “Big Mules.” He campaigned on the back of a flatbed truck in every hamlet in […]

NASA has selected SpaceX to provide launch services for the Dragonfly mission, the fourth mission in NASA’s New Frontiers Program, managed by the Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville. The rotorcraft lander mission is designed to explore Saturn’s moon Titan. Dragonfly will sample materials and determine surface composition in different geologic settings, advancing our search […]

It’s time again for some sippin’ and shoppin’ in downtown Athens. To celebrate the holiday season, Athens Main Street is once again hosting the Sippin’ Cider Festival. Now in its 14th year, the festival offers an evening of shopping, singing, and other fun holiday activities, such as sipping winter’s favorite drink. During the Sippin’ Cider […]

When some people harvest their first wild animal, it awakens an appreciation of the great outdoors and nature. For others, it is much more emotional and prompts memories of family or loved ones. For Sadie Pettus, the latter is true. On a recent hunting trip to Barbour Wildlife Management Area (WMA), Pettus was able to […]

The Alabama branch of the Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) Program will soon be the largest statewide partner of the national initiative after its newest chapter at Drake State Community & Technical College officially launches in the Fall of 2025. AL FAME is a five-semester, industry-led program that partners students with industry while they […]

State Sen. Garlan Gudger (R-Cullman) is sticking up against claims on social media that Cullman is a “sundown town” that isn’t safe for minorities. In response to the city being No. 9 on Southern Living’s list of cutest southern Christmas towns, some social media influencers started claiming that Cullman is still a racist place. TikTok […]

The potential future quarterback of the Alabama Crimson Tide has received a massive honor this week just days after putting pen to paper on his letter of intent to head to Tuscaloosa and play for Kalen DeBoer. Gatorade announced that Russell of Duncanville High School has received the prestigious honor of being named 2024-25 Gatorade […]

It has been an up and down season for the Alabama Crimson Tide, sitting at home this weekend watching Texas and Georgia face off in the SEC Championship and awaiting their playoff fate until Sunday afternoon after a 9-3 regular season. While much of the blame for poor offensive performances in Alabama’s losses has fallen […]

Radio talk show host Dale Jackson and 256 Today CEO Mecca Musick, take you through Alabama’s biggest political stories. Mecca Musick is the CEO of 256 Today. Sign up for the 256 Today newsletter here. Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN, Talk […]

U.S. Rep. Dale Strong has worked tirelessly to secure the Southern border and protect Americans from the effects of mass illegal immigration since first entering office in 2023. Now, Strong’s hard work is being recognized by NumbersUSA, the nation’s leading anti-illegal immigration advocacy organization. The group gave Huntsville’s representative an A+, making him one of 15 […]

Dothan Warehouse announced today that it plans a $5.2 million expansion project that will add 120,000 square feet of temperature-controlled storage space while creating 50 jobs at the company’s Houston County facility. The project will provide 40,000 square feet of space to store products needing temperature levels at 35 degrees and 80,0000 square feet of […]

Nationally-renowned construction company, Brasfield & Gorrie has a legacy of success in both Alabama and throughout the country. The firm recently celebrated its 60th anniversary in business and released a short holiday-themed video celebrating its lasting impact on customers and employees. The spot, entitled ‘It’s a Wonderful Company’, featured Miller Gorrie, the company’s founder. In […]

On Friday, the Board of Directors of the State of Alabama Sports Hall of Fame announced Zeke Smith has been selected to replace Edgar Welden as Chairman of the Board. Welden, who served as Chairman for over 20 years, will serve as Board Chairman Emeritus. “I am honored to serve with our staff and board […]

The Lipscomb City Council and Mayor called a special meeting Monday to take steps this week to extricate the City from a public nuisance lawsuit filed by Alabama Deputy Attorney General John Kachelman. The state’s restraining order, which froze the City’s assets last week, has jeopardized the City’s financial stability and ability to pay employees […]

Former Alabama U.S. Sen. Doug Jones thinks it’s time for new leadership in the Alabama Democratic Party if they want to be successful in the future. This is not the first time that Jones has had issues with his own party in Alabama. In 2019, he led an effort to change Alabama Democratic Party’s bylaws […]

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville has named a former mayor of Daleville, Alabama as his December Veteran of the Month. In a statement announcing the news, Tuberville pointed to Lieutenant Colonel Claudia Wigglesworth’s extensive experience in the armed forces and tremendous impact on her home community as the reasons behind the veteran’s selection for the award. […]

Regions Bank is working to make a difference in the lives of children in foster care throughout North Alabama during the holiday season. The Birmingham-based institution announced on Thursday that over a dozen branch managers from the area will volunteer at Kids To Love, a Madison-based nonprofit that assists with foster care. The group will […]

Live from Stivers Ford in Montgomery, the latest Longshore and McKnight focused on college football’s championship weekend, NFL updates, and as always — calls from the fans! Available now on YouTube and Spotify?️? You can stream the show live from 7 to 9 a.m. every weekday. John Longshore tackled today’s episode solo with Barry feeling a little under […]