When companies decide where to invest, expand, and create jobs, they look for one thing before almost anything else: reliable, affordable energy. Whether it’s a manufacturing facility, a data center, or a high-tech startup, every modern business depends on a strong, efficient energy infrastructure. In Alabama, we’re proud of our reputation as a state that […]

A study by two prominent climate researchers at the University of Alabama in Huntsville calls for invalidating the world record hottest temperature of 134 degrees F recorded in Death Valley, Calif., on July 10, 1913. In the study published in the Bulletin of the American Meteorological Society, UAH Earth System Science Center scientist Dr. Roy Spencer and […]

On Tuesday, the Medical Association of the State of Alabama and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama (BCBSAL) announced progress in improving the “prior authorization” process, they jointly reported.  Prior authorization is a tool insurance companies use to confirm that certain treatments, medications, or tests are clinically appropriate and covered under a patient’s health […]

The Mighty Alabama Strike Force is volunteer Republicans organized by Alabama Republican Vice-Chair Joan Reynolds of Shelby County. Among other campaign activities, they travel to states where it is critical for Republicans to win and where they can likely make a difference. Highly targeted strategic states. The strike force is mostly Alabama women, however a […]

The Alabama Crimson Tide is coming out of what was a relaxing and much-needed bye this week, following an absolutely brutal run of scheduling that saw them play a tough game virtually every single week. Despite the difficulty, Kalen DeBoer’s squad came out of it unscathed and hit the final stretch of the season at […]

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey is releasing $2 million in state emergency funds to eight food banks serving all 67 counties, her office reported on Tuesday afternoon. According to the governor’s office, this comes on the 4th day of the month, which is the first day some of the state’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients […]

The Alabama Democrat Party in Alabama already has a few silly candidates with various obsessions, and the media is ignoring the best one. “Chig” Martin is obsessed with pot, Will Boyd is obsessed with losing races, but JaMel Jermaine Brown is the guy with the most entertaining upside. The media needs to spend more time […]

Former State Senator Phil Williams of Gadsden has become a familiar voice on conservative Rightside Radio. Since Williams has now been nominated by President Donald Trump to serve as U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Alabama, Rightside Radio is welcoming new leadership and new voices. Rightside’s ‘changing of the guard’ was announced recently. It […]

According to a news release from the City of Mobile on Monday, Mayor Spiro Cheriogotis has announced a leadership team of experienced professionals and civil servants who will help lead his administration and the City of Mobile. According to the city, his inaugural cabinet strikes a balance between “continuity and fresh perspective,” featuring several leaders […]

The South is finally included in the prestigious Michelin Guide, recognizing the best restaurants in the world. The Alabama restaurants named in the Michelin Guide have brought new acclaim to the state. Many were in attendance as The Michelin Guide’s American South list was announced in Greenville, SC. SoulGrown’s own Holly Swafford was present at the ceremony to celebrate with […]

The name on the marquee of the restaurant looks familiar as the sun shines brightly on Peter Burns and Chris Doering, the hosts of “Regions Extra: SEC Stories.” If you were going to launch a new podcast centered around college football, there’s no better place to begin. For that matter, there’s no better person to start […]

Troy University has a new athletic director. Over the weekend, it was reported by Pete Thamel of ESPN that the school is promoting interim AD Kyle George to the full time role after he has served in it since August of 2025. George has been at Troy since 2017 and prior to his promotion to […]

U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) joined CBS Sunday Morning’s Tracy Smith for a discussion on child care accessibility and affordability — a topic Britt has made central to her bipartisan work in the U.S. Senate. Appearing alongside U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-Virginia), Britt spoke to the economic toll of high child care costs and the […]

Alabama Republican Party Chairman John Wahl said he “100%” agrees with the characterization that the Alabama Education Association (AEA) would metaphorically “slit the throat” of Republican officeholders if it helped Democrats politically. Wahl made the remarks during an appearance on WVNN’s “The Dale Jackson Show.” Jackson posed the provocative metaphor about party politics within the […]

State Rep. Rex Reynolds (R-Huntsville) has been honored as the 2025 RC&D Legislator of the Year by the Alabama Association of RC&D Councils (AARCD). The announcement was made during the Alabama Mountains, Rivers & Valleys RC&D annual conference held at Guntersville State Park Lodge. The event brought together RC&D leaders from across Alabama to celebrate […]

7. Huntsville Botanical Garden’s 30-year Galaxy of Lights display, featuring a 1.5-mile choreographed trail with music and more wants to be No. 1 on USA Today‘s best botanical light shows list, a prestigious list with many important winners, including the 1941 botanical light show champions of Opp, Ala.,show (known as “The Oppossible Dream”), after two […]

At The University of Alabama, Anna Grace Baker has distinguished herself as both a nursing student and a Crimsonette. Her days are long, filled with clinical rotations, classes, and hours of dance practice, yet she moves through them with focus and purpose. Balancing academics, athletics, and leadership, she has embraced every challenge as an opportunity […]

Following several high-profile endorsement pickups by U.S. Rep. Barry Moore from Republican colleagues in the higher chamber, U.S. Senator Tim Sheehy (R-Montana) announced his support on Monday for contender and fellow U.S. Navy Seal Jared Hudson. Hudson, Moore, and Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall are running to fill the vacancy left in Alabama’s U.S. Senate […]

Huntsville and the Tennessee Valley area will lose a legislative legend next year when State Sen. Tom Butler, who recently announced his decision to forego reelection, ends his current term in office and closes the final chapter of his public service career. A pharmacist by profession, which allowed him to maintain daily interactions with the […]

After months of national expansion announcements, U.S. Steel has confirmed a $75 million investment in its Fairfield Tubular Operations, a move U.S. Senators Tommy Tuberville and Katie Britt agree is a big win for Alabama. “More manufacturing is coming to Sweet Home Alabama,” Tuberville (R-Auburn) wrote. “[U.S. Steel’s] massive $75 MILLION investment in Fairfield is […]

There are 105 members of the Alabama House of Representatives, and Chip Brown (R-Hollinger’s Island) represents the most southerly district 105, from just south of Mobile to the Gulf of America. Brown announced Monday that he will seek a third term running in the May 2026 primary and November general election. He cited his record […]

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If Alabama Governor Kay Ivey wants the ABC board to crack down on drinking in certain parts of the state, we should question the lust for gambling and marijuana at the same time. Alcohol ills exist, prohibition is not coming, but if you think drinking is causing violence, inviting in other vices seems like a […]

The Auburn Tigers made some massive waves over the weekend when news broke that they were firing head coach Hugh Freeze after two and a half ugly years on The Plains. Now, while DJ Durkin will get the rest of the season to audition for the job and try to convince Auburn’s administration that he’s […]