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Every Tuesday we present “The Auburn Corner,” where we’ll get into a different topic on the Auburn Tigers, break down the previous game, preview the upcoming game, and everything in between. Last week, there was some hope on The Plains that the Auburn Tigers could turn the season around coming off the first SEC victory […]
The University of Alabama has achieved another record-breaking year in fundraising for the fiscal year ending Sept. 30, with more than $261 million in charitable gifts and pledges from over 60,000 donors. This year eclipsed the $226 million mark set in 2023 by 15% and has helped propel The Rising Tide 2.0 capital campaign past 90% of […]
Jimmy Holley, a native of Coffee County, a former state lawmaker passed away peacefully at the age of 80. He served in the Alabama House of Representatives for twenty years, beginning his first term in 1974. In 1998, following his time in the House, Holley was elected to six terms representing District 31 in the […]
Alabama Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth believes former President Trump will win the Presidential election because of the Biden-Harris administration’s terrible record. “I think people are tired of what’s going on with Biden Harris administration,” Ainsworth argued. “You look at the fact that I’m having to explain to my kids why they think it’s okay for […]
Democrats could take Congress after courts redrew Congressional districts Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN, Talk 99.5, and News Radio 1440 from 10-11 a.m., and on Talk Radio 103.9 FM/730AM WUMP from 3-4 p.m.
U.S. Senator Katie Britt criticized Democrats in the Senate Monday for blocking the Laken Riley Act from moving forward in the upper chamber. An illegal immigrant accused of killing a nursing student in Georgia, Laken Riley, will be tried later this month after his attorneys attempted to delay proceedings in the investigation. “The first action […]
In this episode of One Day at a Time, Laurie sits down with Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall to hear about the state of addiction in Alabama from his professional, and very personal, perspective. It’s no secret that AG Marshall has a passion for fighting to create funding and solutions in the fight against drug […]
DeKalb County educator and University of West Alabama adjunct professor Dr. Brandon Renfroe spoke at the recent National Forum to Advance Rural Education, held in Savannah, GA, on a topic dear to his heart: improving the lives of students suffering from very low food security (VLFS). At the forum, Dr. Renfroe presented information on the […]
Today is election day, a day that Americans have the opportunity to make important decisions through their vote. But in one part of Tuscaloosa County, when it comes to issues involving county and city school board elections and property taxes, residents are being denied that opportunity. Local Amendment 1 was designed to restore that right […]
It’s been quite the roller coaster of a season for the Alabama Crimson Tide as the team now sits at 6-2 headed into the bye week and still with a chance to make the College Football Playoff despite losses to Vanderbilt and Tennessee. It’s easy to forget now, but on the heels of the victory […]
Celebrations of agriscience students and agricultural stakeholders took place during the 97th National FFA Convention Oct. 23-26 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Alabama Farmers Federation President Jimmy Parnell and Alabama Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter (R-Rainsville) received the Honorary American FFA Degree during the fourth general session Oct. 25. This degree is awarded to individuals who […]
U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville has been a vocal advocate for America’s veterans and their families since first taking office in 2021. From passing beneficial legislation to VA site visits, Tuberville has made looking out for the country’s veterans a top priority during his time in Washington. On Sunday, Tuberville (R-Auburn), who is a member of […]
When the United States Supreme Court handed down its 5-4 opinion on Allen v. Milligan last summer, ruling that Alabama’s congressional map was likely in violation of the Voting Rights Act, the Alabama State Legislature was called back to Montgomery for a special session by Governor Kay Ivey to come up with a new map […]
7. A Baldwin County poll worker named Jesi has raised concerns over possible noncitizen voting in Alabama after her training session suggested poll workers could accept foreign national driver’s licenses. She noted that her questions on the matter during training were met with limited clarification, and she was later excluded from working at the polls […]
Election Day is here and the State of Alabama wants to make sure that residents understand the process of obtaining and checking their general election sample ballots. “Sample ballots for all 67 counties have been made publicly available on our website,” said Allen. “I would encourage all Alabamians to review these sample ballots as they […]
In today’s episode of “Longshore and McKnight” presented by Yellowhammer News, John Longshore and Barry McKnight dive right into Auburn’s offensive woes, why the Tigers only managed a single touchdown and questioning if the team’s ongoing struggles hint at deeper issues under head coach Hugh Freeze. They also tipped their hats to the Troy Trojans, […]
Belinda Strickland, the Democratic candidate for Russell County Probate Judge is heavily promoting being what she describes as a “21-year military veteran” as a core focus of her campaign. According to a high volume of reports from voters in Russell County, Strickland’s claims of military service would be logistically inaccurate. One resident, Navy veteran Mike […]
As Alabamians head to the polls on November 5, voters in Autauga County have another big decision to make that will affect property owners’ wallets and the educational experience of county students. A 7-mill ad valorem tax increase is proposed to support the county school system. Autauga County Schools explained the need for the property […]
Every Monday, we present “Tide Takes”, where we’ll get into a different topic on the Crimson Tide, break down the previous game, preview the upcoming game, and everything in between. The bye week is over for the Alabama Crimson Tide and game week preparation is set to begin for what has become the biggest matchup […]
Alabama Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth says the recent actions of a church in Birmingham does nothing to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ. “Churches are supposed to spread the Gospel, offer messages of God’s love, and share the life of Christ, not threaten, intimidate, and insult those who exercise their right to vote and support […]
In the summer of 2015, I was between my freshman and sophomore years at Hope College. I was studying political science, and I was active in the College Republicans chapter. I always considered myself a close observer of the political news and events of the day, but as the Presidential election cycle kicked into gear […]
Governor Kay Ivey made an official proclamation Monday calling on Alabamians to pray for the state and the nation ahead of the 2024 elections being held on Tuesday. Ivey writes in her proclamation that prayer is important because those elected to office need God’s guidance. “Whereas in Alabama, we devoutly recognize the supreme authority and […]
Prisoners for Trump! Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN, Talk 99.5, and News Radio 1440 from 10-11 a.m., and on Talk Radio 103.9 FM/730AM WUMP from 3-4 p.m.
Republicans from across the state will gather at election night watch parties kicking off Tuesday evening when polls close at 7 p.m. to cap a massive effort from thousands of volunteers statewide who have worked tirelessly for local, state and federal conservative candidates. “I want to extend my gratitude to each of you—our hardworking volunteers, […]

