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MOBILE, AL - September 20, 2025 - The South Alabama Jaguars (1–2) return to Hancock Whitney Stadium this Saturday to face the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers (1–2) in a pivotal Sun Belt Conference clash. Kickoff is set for 6:00 p.m. CT and will stream live on ESPN+. Both teams enter Week 4 looking to rebound from tough losses and gain traction in conference play. South Alabama fell 31–15 to Auburn last weekend, while Coastal Carolina was shut out 38–0 by East Carolina. Despite identical records...
Jacksonville, AL - September 20, 2025 The Jacksonville State Gamecocks (1–2) return home this Saturday for a pivotal matchup against the Murray State Racers (0–3) as part of the university's Homecoming Weekend festivities. Kickoff is set for 4:00 p.m. CT at AmFirst Stadium, with live coverage on ESPN+. After a narrow 41–34 road loss to Georgia Southern last week, the Gamecocks are eager to bounce back and build momentum heading into conference play. Murray State, meanwhile, is still searc...
BUFFALO, NY - September 20, 2025 - The Troy Trojans (1–2) will look to rebound from a difficult stretch when they travel to upstate New York to face the Buffalo Bulls (2–1) at UB Stadium this Saturday. Kickoff is set for 2:30 p.m. CT and will stream live on ESPN+. This Week 4 matchup marks the final non-conference game of the regular season for Troy, which is coming off back-to-back losses to No. 8 Clemson and Memphis. Buffalo, meanwhile, enters the game riding momentum after a 31–28 win over...
Cleveland, Mississippi - September 19, 2025 - In a move that underscores his continued commitment to justice and transparency, former NFL quarterback and civil rights activist Colin Kaepernick has stepped forward to fund an independent autopsy for De'Martravion "Trey" Reed, a 21-year-old Delta State University student who was found hanging from a tree near campus on September 15. Reed's death, initially ruled a suicide by the Mississippi State Medical Examiner's Office, has sparked grief,...
September 19, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama's Gulf Coast seafood industry may soon see new opportunities for growth, following NOAA's designation of 13 Aquaculture Opportunity Areas (AOAs) in U.S. federal waters. The announcement includes three prime locations off the Texas coast in the Gulf of Mexico, totaling 4,500 acres, and ten sites off Southern California. These zones are part of a national strategy to boost domestic seafood production, reduce reliance on imports, and create...
MOODY, AL. - September 20, 2025 - The UAB Blazers (2-1) will face their steepest challenge of the season Saturday as they travel to Neyland Stadium to take on the No. 15-ranked Tennessee Volunteers (2-1). Kickoff is set for 12:45 p.m. ET (11:45 a.m. CT) and will air on the SEC Network. Both teams enter Week 4 with identical records, but the Volunteers are heavy favorites-listed as 39-point favorites by oddsmakers-with one of the most explosive offenses in the country. Tennessee is averaging a...
MOODY, AL - September 19, 2025 - The Auburn Tigers (3-0) will face their toughest test yet this Saturday as they travel to Norman, Oklahoma, to take on the No. 11-ranked Sooners (3-0) in a pivotal SEC clash. Kickoff is set for 2:30 p.m. CT at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, with national coverage on ABC. This Week 4 matchup marks the first SEC game of the season for both programs and the only ranked-on-ranked SEC contest of the weekend. Auburn enters the game ranked No. 22 in the AP...
September 19, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a pointed rebuke of House Republicans' latest budget proposal, U.S. Representative Terri Sewell (D-AL-07) voted against what she described as a "partisan spending bill" that prioritizes tax breaks for the wealthy over essential services for working families. Her vote underscores growing Democratic opposition to President Donald Trump's fiscal agenda, which critics say jeopardizes health care access and economic stability for millions of Americans-includ...
On September 19, 1676, the colonial capital of Jamestown, Virginia, was engulfed in flames. The torchbearers were not foreign invaders or Native warriors, but fellow English colonists-rebels led by Nathaniel Bacon. This dramatic act of destruction marked the climax of Bacon's Rebellion, a volatile uprising that exposed deep fractures in colonial society and foreshadowed future American revolts against entrenched power. The Roots of Rebellion Bacon's Rebellion was born of frustration, inequality,...
MONTGOMERY, AL. - A recent analysis of CDC data has placed Alabama among the top ten states with the most dramatic rise in adult vaping rates between 2016 and 2022. According to the study, conducted by online retailer Huff and Puffers using the CDC's Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS), Alabama saw a 103.9% increase in e-cigarette use among adults-jumping from 5.1% in 2016 to 10.4% in 2022. This surge places Alabama sixth nationally, just behind Hawaii and ahead of Mississippi,...
September 20,2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a decisive move to break a months-long stalemate in the U.S. Senate, Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) announced the successful confirmation of 48 civilian nominees put forward by President Donald Trump. The confirmations mark a turning point in the 119th Congress, following what Britt and other Republicans have described as "unprecedented obstruction" by Senate Democrats. The nominees-ranging from midlevel executive branch officials to ambassadors-were...
The political world is preparing to bid farewell to Charlie Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA, whose assassination on September 10 sent shockwaves across the nation. Kirk was fatally shot while speaking at Utah Valley University, a tragedy that has sparked widespread mourning and tributes from across the political spectrum. Turning Point USA has announced that a public memorial service will be held on Sunday, September 21, at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, the home of the NFL's...
September 20, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) brought his decades of experience as an educator and coach to the forefront during a recent Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee hearing focused on the state of K–12 education in America. With Alabama's education system facing persistent challenges despite billions in annual spending, Tuberville used the hearing to seek practical solutions and elevate the voices of national experts. "Our n...
PRATTVILLE, AL - Edward Paul Packard, a pioneering figure in Alabama's election administration and a lifelong public servant, passed away in the early morning hours of September 14, 2025, at the age of 57. Known for his integrity, intellect, and unwavering commitment to the democratic process, Packard leaves behind a legacy that shaped how elections are conducted across Alabama and beyond. Born on February 16, 1968, at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas, Ed was the son of James and...
September 18, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a renewed effort to combat one of the South's most destructive forest pests, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) joined Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS) in reintroducing the Emergency Pine Beetle Response Act of 2025. The bipartisan legislation aims to provide critical support to private landowners, timber businesses, and municipalities grappling with the economic and environmental fallout of southern pine beetle infestations. The bill comes amid...
Washington, D.C. - In a major bipartisan victory for public health and Alabama leadership, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) announced the unanimous passage of her landmark legislation, the Nancy Gardner Sewell Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection (MCED) Screening Coverage Act, through the House Ways and Means Committee. The bill, H.R. 842, cleared the committee with a 43–0 vote and now heads to the full House for consideration. Named in honor of Rep. Sewell's late mother, Nancy Gardner Sewell, w...
Alabama's Alligator Season Closes: Conservation, Culture, and Control September 17, 2025 - As the sun sets on Alabama's 2025 alligator hunting season, wildlife officials and hunters alike are reflecting on a year marked by strong participation, steady harvests, and renewed attention to the balance between conservation and nuisance control. The season, which ran across five designated Alligator Management Areas (AMAs), officially closed this week. Hunts were conducted by special permit only,...
September 17, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a combative Senate Judiciary Committee hearing Tuesday, FBI Director Kash Patel faced intense scrutiny from lawmakers across the aisle over his agency's handling of politically sensitive investigations, staffing decisions, and the controversial transfer of convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell to a minimum-security facility. The hearing, which was billed as a routine oversight session, quickly devolved into a series of heated exchanges-none more...
New York City, September 15, 2025 - What began as a solemn candlelight vigil for slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk at New York University quickly devolved into a flashpoint of political tension, as protesters interrupted the event with chants and songs linked to Kirk's alleged assassin. Organized by the NYU College Republicans, the vigil was part of a nationwide wave of memorials following Kirk's assassination during a Turning Point USA event in Utah. Students gathered in Washington...
Introduction Cornbread, a golden, crumbly delight with a gentle sweetness and rustic charm, is a staple of Southern cuisine and a comfort food enjoyed across North America. Whether served alongside hearty stews, spicy chili, or simply with a pat of melting butter, cornbread's versatility and simple beauty make it an essential recipe for every home baker. This comprehensive guide will walk you through baking classic cornbread from scratch, with tips for achieving the perfect balance of texture...
September 22, 2025 - LEEDS, AL. - The city of Leeds is poised for a decisive moment in its political future as voters return to the polls Tuesday, September 23, for a runoff election to determine their next mayor. After a competitive first round on August 26, longtime civic leader Eddie Moore and challenger Kenneth Washington emerged as the top two candidates, neither securing the majority needed to win outright. Tomorrow's runoff will also decide the City Council representative for District 1,...
MOBILE, AL. - On Tuesday, September 23, voters in Mobile, Alabama will return to the polls to decide the city's next mayor in a runoff election that has drawn sharp contrasts in leadership style, policy priorities, and political identity. The race pits Democratic State Representative Barbara Drummond against former district court judge Spiro Cheriogotis, following a crowded first round that saw neither candidate secure a majority. With the city's economic future, public safety, and civic unity...
SOUTHSIDE, AL - Voters in Southside, Alabama will return to the polls on Tuesday, September 23, to decide the city's next mayor and settle key council seats in a runoff election that has drawn sharp attention across Etowah County. After a competitive first round on August 26, no candidate secured a majority in several races, triggering a runoff between the top two vote-getters. At the center of the contest is the mayoral race between incumbent Dana Snyder and Etowah County Commissioner Joey...
September 22, 2025 - ENTERPRISE, AL - Enterprise, Alabama is heading into a pivotal moment in its local governance as voters prepare to elect their next mayor in a runoff election on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. The race pits longtime incumbent William E. "Bill" Cooper against challenger Bill Baker, a local businessman and civic advocate. With infrastructure, public safety, and economic development on the line, the outcome will shape Enterprise's trajectory through the end of the decade. First R...
September 22, 2025 - CENTER POINT, AL. - Center Point voters will return to the polls on Tuesday, September 23, to decide who will lead their city for the next four years. The runoff election pits incumbent Mayor Bobby Scott against challenger Council President D.M. Collins, following a competitive first round that left the city's future hanging in the balance. With issues like public safety, infrastructure, and economic revitalization dominating the conversation, the race has become a...
