In 2020, while the world battled a pandemic, Children’s Harbor continued to do the important work it has done for 31 years: lightening the burden on families who have a child facing a chronic illness or disability. That work is ongoing at its on-site Family Center at the Benjamin Russell Hospital for Children in Birmingham, which provides a place for families […]

MONTGOMERY — Set the hook and snap a pic to enter the Alabama Black Belt Adventure Association’s (ALBBAA) 2021 Best Fish Photo Contest. New this year, participants in the contest must take a first-timer or beginner angler along for their adventure. Participants are encouraged to help mentor these new anglers and share their experiences of […]

The New Orleans Pelicans and the NBA G League announced Birmingham Squadron as the official name of the club’s new G League affiliate. The Squadron is set to begin playing its inaugural 2021-22 season in November and will play home games in the newly renovated Legacy Arena in downtown Birmingham. “As we deliberated the name for our G League team, it […]

Business Facilities, a national economic development publication, ranked Alabama’s business climate among the top states in an analysis evaluating key economic categories. Alabama earned the No. 5 spot in the magazine’s flagship business climate ranking, while also earning high marks for workforce training, manufacturing employment and output, and the horsepower of the state’s auto industry. […]

The waters of Alabama and the Gulf of Mexico are teeming with fish of all shapes and sizes. The amazing colors in God’s palette lend themselves to adorn the beautiful fish we all love to reel in and admire — and eat! There’s a catch when it comes to your catches though: If it’s not […]

Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth (R-AL) on Friday reacted to what he sees as mixed messaging coming from the federal government regarding mask guidance. The state’s second-highest ranking officeholder took aim at Dr. Anthony Fauci and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) over what he called “contradictory” guidance. The outspoken critic of overreaching governmental […]

“Speak softly, but carry a big stick,” was President Theodore Roosevelt’s motto when it came to our country’s security posture. America’s strong national defense protects our country, its people, and our interests and allies abroad. The strength of our armed forces is my top priority and why I wanted this job. I’ve found there is […]

College football’s preeminent conference has added two of the nation’s most storied programs to its ranks. The University of Texas and the University of Oklahoma have officially accepted an invitation from the presidents and chancellors of the Southeastern Conference (SEC) to join the league. The 14-member conference is set to expand to 16 in 2025, […]

In a pandemic-centered discussion on Thursday hosted by the Alabama Medical Association, UAB pediatric infectious disease expert Dr. David Kimberlin sounded the alarm about the state’s upcoming battle with the COVID-19 Delta variant, saying he believes Alabama is “facing a catastrophe.” Kimberlin was accompanied in the livestreamed conversation by State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris […]

Greg Cook, a Republican candidate for the Alabama Supreme Court, has been endorsed by the Alabama Civil Justice Reform Committee (ACJRC). Cook is a Birmingham attorney and is seeking election an open seat on the state’s high court. In announcing the endorsement, the organization praised Cook’s decades-long experience in the legal profession. “We are indeed […]

Of all the things to do, places to see and experiences to look forward to upon retirement, the one thing you don’t want to worry about is actually affording it. After all, you’ve worked hard your entire life to enjoy this moment. Many Americans have to continue working to afford their lifestyle but in North […]

7. Pelosi wants to arrest those who won’t wear a mask Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) is demanding the mostly-vaccinated members of the U.S. House of Representatives to wear masks in the U.S. Capitol. Additionally, those who visit the U.S. House side of the Capitol complex could be arrested for not wearing a […]

With 37 days to go until Auburn and Alabama both kick off the 2021 football season, COVID-19 is creeping back into the picture of everyday American life. However, State Sen. Tom Whatley (R-Auburn), whose district includes Auburn University and an economy that relies in some part on the annual football season, said he was not […]

Unless students of Birmingham-Southern College are vaccinated against COVID-19, those who attend the private liberal arts school will be forced to pay a $500 fee “to offset continual weekly antigen testing and quarantining.” In an email sent to students, the college announced its pandemic protocols for those returning to campus for the fall semester. In […]

Last week the discussion of COVID vaccination burst into the news and ripped the scab right off the wound exposing the divide among Alabamians about whether to vaccinate or not. We all know there can be tense moments among friends and family when the vaccine topic comes up especially when there are differing opinions in […]

Regions Bank has tapped one of the state’s foremost experts on banking law and government affairs to serve as senior vice president of state government affairs and economic development. Jason Isbell comes to the Birmingham-based bank brandishing nearly two decades of legal and government affairs experience in the public and private sectors. Elizabeth Taylor, head […]

The Biden administration is issuing warnings to Americans regarding the increasing number of COVID cases across the country. Calls for a return to mask-wearing and social distancing are becoming more frequent from the President and his advisors. Businesses, large and small, fear the possibility of mandated shutdowns that plagued our nation last year. Parents are […]

The Alabama League of Municipalities (ALM) on Thursday announced the creation of its Economic Development Academy, which will partner with local leaders in an educational capacity to offer their assistance regarding business and industry recruitment practices. Developed in conjunction with the Alabama Community College System (ACCS) and supported by an advisory council of industry leaders, […]

Hundreds of bunkers on Redstone Arsenal have led to hundreds of questions over the years, from when were they built and why, to is that where the hobbits live? Did Wernher von Braun’s family have their very own bunker? And what are they currently used for? Rick Cooper, the space manager at the Arsenal, said […]

Gov. Kay Ivey (R-AL) on Thursday hosted a ceremonial bill signing for legislation passed during the 2021 regular session, which includes two key pieces of legislation aimed at accelerating the growth of Alabama’s innovation economy. She signed in ceremony House Bill 540 and House Bill 609, both of which were recommended by the Alabama Innovation […]

The Medical Association of the State of Alabama will host a Facebook Live webcast on Thursday at 4:00 p.m CT with State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris and pediatric infectious disease expert Dr. David Kimberlin to discuss vaccinating children against COVID-19, the safety of masking and best practices for safely returning to school. The format […]

U.S. Rep. Mo Brooks (R-Huntsville) has introduced legislation that would require the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to modify regulations regarding its recognition of pilot ratings for Department of Defense (DOD) civilian pilots. The Civilian Aviation Certification Equity Act would allow Defense Department civilian pilots who have received the same training, instruction and qualifications as their […]

There is a threat to the Alabama economy. It is a decline in workforce employees with an increasing demand in open positions. While Alabama is proud to maintain growing businesses and one of the lowest unemployment rates, it puts pressure on our states’ need for skilled, educated workers. The University of North Alabama is meeting […]

7. United States abortion laws are extreme, but not in the way you think Next term, the U.S. Supreme Court is set to consider new abortion regulations in the country that would limit abortions to 15 weeks for elective situations. Currently, abortions are allowed until 20-24 weeks in some states. The Charlotte Lozier Institute has […]