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Alabama State Representative Laura Hall was first elected to House District 19 in 1993, and has enthusiastically served her state with an unwavering commitment to public service ever since. Throughout her tenure, she has tirelessly focused on education, healthcare, and community development initiatives. It’s no surprise that Rep. Hall is passionate about education — with […]

The Alabama Crimson Tide have lost a ton of players in the transfer portal since the departure of Nick Saban. In the college football landscape of today — Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) plays a factor in transfer destinations — and players often make their final choice based on where they will ultimately make the […]

U.S. Rep. Dale Strong criticized the Biden administration again for refusing to enforce the law at the U.S. southern border. 

The South Alabama Jaguars have a new head coach after Kane Wommack departed for the defensive coordinator job in Tuscaloosa under Kalen DeBoer. Major Applewhite, who has served as the Jags’ offensive coordinator since 2021, was promoted and will serve as the fourth head coach in the program’s history: Introducing the fourth head coach of […]

Congressman Mike Rogers, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, on Thursday sent a letter to Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, requesting that the embattled defense secretary testify before the Committee on his failure to disclose an emergency hospitalization that began last month. “When you and I last spoke, you promised full transparency […]

Five-star QB Julian Sayin enters transfer portal

The hits keep on coming for Kalen DeBoer and the Alabama Crimson Tide. Julian Sayin, the prized prospect of Alabama’s 2024 recruiting class and an early enrollee who has been practicing with the team since Rose Bowl prep, is planning to enter the transfer portal per a report from ESPN’s Pete Thamel. The news comes […]

The Alabama Forestry Commission has proudly announced that its mural in downtown Montgomery, created by an Alabamian from Alexander City, has officially been added to the Alabama Mural Trail. The new mural was unveiled Thursday at a dedication ceremony and open house as part of the AFC's Centennial Celebration. 

Lora McClendon and her career are a testament to the power of vision, hard work, and dedication.  McClendon had an interest in governmental affairs from a young age. She earned her BA in Political Science from the University of South Carolina and attended Auburn University’s Harbert College of Business where she obtained an MBA. After […]

Gambling is illegal in the state of Alabama, but let’s face the facts: our weak, confusing laws are not stopping Alabamians from participating or bad actors from profiting.  Over the course of the last year, I visited 21 counties and well over 40 illegal facilities and gained a first-hand perspective of what is going on […]

The Alabama Department of Labor has reported that the state's labor force participation rate in December reached 57.2%. Fitzgerald Washington, the Secretary of the Alabama Department of Labor, discussed those numbers.

Regions Bank is once again being recognized for its service to members of the U.S. military and their families. The Birmingham based financial giant, for the fourth consecutive year, has been named a 'Military Spouse Friendly Employer' by Military Spouse Magazine.

Rep. Palmer issues no vote on Continuing Resolution

U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer joined a group of fellow Republican legislators in issuing a no vote Thursday on a continuous resolution proposed by House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.)

Plan to avoid government shutdown passes again with Speaker Mike Johnson (R-Calif.) relying on Democrats to help get the stopgap measure over the finish line, the same thing that cost former Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-La.) his job

Linda Maynor did not plan on being where she is today. “I really wanted to be a psychologist,” she said. “That was always my dream of what I wanted to do.” Maynor, the managing partner for Maynor & Stiers LLC, has spent decades in the political sphere fundraising, managing campaigns, and lobbying on behalf of […]

Kirby Smart might be the new king of college football

Every week right here you can read Across the SEC, where we’ll get into a different topic on the SEC, break down the biggest matchups of the previous week, preview the coming week’s slate, and talk about where things stand in the best conference in the land! In this week’s edition, there’s a power vacuum to […]

Both of Alabama’s U.S. Senators warned the Biden administration of the disastrous economic outlook for U.S. catfish farmers and processers if it adopts a preliminary decision to reduce its responsibility over imported catfish from Vietnam. In a letter to U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo, the Senators said the administration should reverse a move […]

For over 300 years, Mobile has been the site of one of the South's most popular holiday celebrations. From King Cake and MoonPies to joining "The Big Parade", there is something for everyone during the Azalea City's historic Mardi Gras celebration.

As an Alabama business leader and a proud American, I’ve seen firsthand the power of innovation and hard work in driving success. It’s from this vantage point of real-world experience that I over a fresh approach to rejuvenating our nation’s economy. Picture our economy as a classic car, a symbol of American prowess. Lately, it’s […]

The first week of the Kalen DeBoer era has not come without trials and tribulations. As the extra 30-day portal window continues to pluck players from the roster, battle lines are being drawn as to who is going to leave, and who is going to be a part of the new era of Crimson Tide […]

It's time for the those leaders in Alabama who often claim to be free market, limited government conservatives to prove it.

The Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles is not the problem here

Kiffin in Tuscaloosa: Recruiting? Trolling?

In the coaching world, none are nearly as active on social media as Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin. In the days since Nick Saban announced his retirement after 17 years leading the program, a mass exodus of players has ensued. This is due in large measure to a new NCAA rule allowing for an […]

Former Mayor of New York and one-time Democratic presidential candidate, Michael Bloomberg, is making a major investment in Alabama's public education system. 

Moore believes immigrants who have been caught driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol should be deported.