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Annapolis, MD - After a thrilling 52–42 shootout win over Alabama State to open the season, the UAB Blazers are heading north for a Week 2 clash against the Navy Midshipmen on Saturday, September 6. Kickoff is set for 2:30 p.m. CT at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, and the game will be broadcast on CBS Sports Network. This matchup marks UAB's first American Athletic Conference test of the season, and it's a steep one. Navy enters the game with an 88.2% win probability, fresh off a d...
JACKSONVILLE, AL - After a hard-fought 17–10 loss to UCF in their season opener, the Jacksonville State Gamecocks are ready to bounce back as they welcome the Liberty Flames to AmFirst Stadium on Saturday, September 6. Kickoff is set for 11:00 a.m. CT, and the game will be broadcast nationally on CBS Sports Network. This marks the Gamecocks' first home game of the 2025 season and their Conference USA opener. The computers gives Jacksonville State just a 31.2% win probability. Jacksonville State...
September 3, 1650 - In the early morning mist near the coastal town of Dunbar, Scotland, the fate of two kingdoms hung in the balance. The Battle of Dunbar, fought between the English Parliamentarian forces under Oliver Cromwell and the Scottish army loyal to King Charles II, marked a turning point in the Third English Civil War and reshaped the political landscape of Britain for years to come. Background: A Kingdom Divided Following the execution of King Charles I in January 1649, England was...
September 2, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a landmark decision with sweeping implications for presidential authority and immigration enforcement, a federal appellate panel on Tuesday ruled that President Donald Trump unlawfully invoked the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to deport Venezuelan migrants. The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals found that the administration failed to demonstrate an "invasion" or "predatory incursion"-the legal threshold required to activate the centuries-old wartime statute....
September 3, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a bipartisan effort to address the growing concerns over student loan debt and the rising cost of college, U.S. Senators Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) and Jon Husted (R-OH) have introduced the Debt, Earnings, and Cost Information Disclosure for Education (DECIDE) Act. The legislation aims to provide students and families with clearer, more comprehensive financial data before committing to a four-year university. Purpose of the DECIDE Act The DECIDE Act seeks...
FAYETTE COUNTY, AL. - A storm of public outrage has erupted in Fayette County following Circuit Judge Samuel W. Junkin's decision to release convicted sex offender Timothy Vess Benton from prison and place him under house arrest through the county's Community Corrections Program. The move has ignited protests, raised questions about judicial discretion, and prompted calls for greater transparency and accountability in Alabama's criminal justice system. The Decision That Sparked a Firestorm On...
September 6, 2025 - South Alabama hosts Tulane in a game that could set the tone for both team's season. Setting the Scene The South Alabama Jaguars (1–0) host the Tulane Green Wave (1–0) at Hancock Whitney Stadium in Mobile, Alabama, in what's being dubbed the #OurCity Game. Kickoff is set for 6:00 PM CT, and the stakes are high: Tulane enters as a 10.5-point favorite, but South Alabama is riding momentum after a strong season opener. Team Profiles South Alabama Jaguars • Last game: Defea...
August 27, 2025 - SPRINGVILLE, AL - In a decisive and historic outcome, the city of Springville, Alabama, has elected Austin Phillips as its new mayor, marking a significant shift in local leadership and signaling a fresh direction for the community. Phillips, a first-term city council member, unseated incumbent mayor Dave Thomas in a three-way race that also included career law enforcement officer Russell Starnes. The election results, though unofficial until canvassed on September 2, show...
August 23, 2025 - ENTOERPISE, AL -State Representative Rhett Marques has officially entered the race for Alabama's 1st Congressional District, pledging to bring his "Wiregrass-to-Coast" experience and conservative record to Washington. Marques, a Republican from Enterprise, announced his candidacy following Congressman Barry Moore's decision to seek the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Tommy Tuberville. "I'm a proven conservative fighter with a strong record of putting Alabama's families first...
August 22, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - The Senate Conservatives Fund (SCF), a national organization known for backing staunch constitutional conservatives, has officially endorsed U.S. Representative Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) in his bid for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Senator Tommy Tuberville. The endorsement signals a major boost for Moore's campaign as Alabama prepares for a high-stakes 2026 election cycle. Moore, a three-term congressman and longtime member of the House Freedom...
August 22, 2025 - BETHESDA, MD - Federal agents executed court-authorized searches Friday at the Maryland home and Washington office of John Bolton, the former national security adviser under President Donald Trump. The operation is part of a Justice Department investigation into the alleged mishandling of classified materials. The FBI has not publicly disclosed the scope of the investigation, but sources familiar with the matter say it centers on Bolton's retention of sensitive national...
August 22, 2025 - ATLANTA, GA - In a pivotal moment for the Republican Party's national leadership, Joe Gruters has been elected Chairman of the Republican National Committee (RNC) during today's meeting in Atlanta. The decision marks a shift toward grassroots-focused leadership and reinforces the Party's alignment with the America First agenda. Gruters, who previously chaired the Republican Party of Florida and served as a state senator, is widely recognized for his close ties to former...
In a race already drawing national attention, Mark Wheeler-a chemist from Heflin, Alabama-is stepping into the political spotlight with a candidacy that's as personal as it is political. Running as a Democrat in the 2026 U.S. Senate election, Wheeler is challenging the status quo with a platform rooted in resilience, transparency, and a deep understanding of working-class struggles. From Poverty to Public Service Wheeler's story begins in Anniston and Heflin, where he grew up facing significant...
In a major investment in Alabama's future workforce, Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter has announced the creation of a $40 million state-of-the-art workforce development center within the DeKalb County School System. The facility, which will serve as a regional hub for career and technical education (CTE), is expected to transform how students and adults prepare for high-demand jobs across northeast Alabama. "A $40 million state-of-the-art workforce development center is officially...
August 21, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a sweeping move that has sent ripples through the transportation and immigration sectors, Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced on August 21, 2025, that the United States will immediately pause the issuance of work visas for commercial truck drivers. The decision follows a fatal crash in Florida involving an undocumented immigrant truck driver and has reignited debates over road safety, immigration enforcement, and labor policy. A Tragic Catalyst The po...
New York, NY - In a landmark decision that has stirred national debate, the New York Appellate Division has vacated the $464 million civil judgment levied against former President Donald J. Trump and his businesses. The ruling, which reverses a sweeping penalty imposed by New York Attorney General Letitia James, has been hailed by critics of the original judgment as a reaffirmation of constitutional boundaries and judicial fairness. Among the most vocal supporters of the decision is Alabama Atto...
On August 21, 1968, the Cold War's ideological fault lines cracked wide open as Soviet-led Warsaw Pact forces invaded Czechoslovakia, extinguishing the Prague Spring-a bold experiment in liberalization within the communist world. While tanks rolled through Prague and reformist leaders were detained, a stunning voice of dissent emerged from within the Eastern Bloc itself: Nicolae Ceaușescu, the authoritarian leader of Communist Romania, publicly condemned the invasion and called on his people...
August 18, 2008 - Islamabad, Pakistan - President Pervez Musharraf resigns under threat of impeachment Background: From Coup Leader to Embattled President Pervez Musharraf seized power in a bloodless coup on October 12, 1999, ousting Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif. Initially serving as Chief Executive, he later appointed himself President in 2001. His tenure was marked by: • Alignment with the U.S. in the post-9/11 "War on Terror" • Suspension of Pakistan's Constitution in November 2007 • Dismi...
Alabama's humid subtropical climate means August is both a harvest month and a prep month for fall crops. With careful planning, gardeners can extend their growing season and keep beds productive. What to Plant in August August is ideal for planting heat-tolerant vegetables and starting cool-season crops: | Crop Type | Examples | | Warm-season veggies | Tomatoes, peppers, okra, eggplant, squash, beans | | Fall crops (seeds) | Kale, collards, mustard greens, lettuce, radishes, turnips, carrots |...
What was meant to be a celebratory evening for students at Odenville Middle School has instead sparked a wave of concern and controversy among parents and educators. A recent school dance, held in the gymnasium on Friday night, has become the center of a heated debate after reports of inappropriate behavior among students surfaced online and in local media. Videos shared on social platforms and coverage from local outlets have highlighted instances of suggestive dancing, unsupervised interaction...
As Orange Beach voters prepare to head to the polls on August 26, the city's long-serving mayor, Tony Kennon, finds himself at the center of a storm of allegations that could reshape the political landscape of coastal Alabama. With ethics filings, witness accounts, and resurfaced controversies dominating headlines, the race between Kennon and challenger Jeffrey M. Boyd has evolved from a routine re-election bid into a referendum on transparency, accountability, and leadership. The Allegations:...
In a year already marked by aggressive upstream expansion, British energy giant BP has announced its most significant oil and gas discovery in a quarter-century-at the Bumerangue prospect in Brazil's Santos Basin. The find, revealed on August 4, 2025, underscores BP's strategic pivot back to traditional hydrocarbons and positions Brazil as a central player in the company's global production ambitions. The Discovery: Deepwater Riches in the Santos Basin BP's exploration well, designated...
On August 20, 1988, the guns finally fell silent along the 750-mile border between Iran and Iraq. After nearly eight years of one of the 20th century's most devastating conflicts, the two nations agreed to a United Nations-brokered ceasefire, marking the official end of the Iran-Iraq War. The truce, which came into effect at 7 a.m. Iraqi time, was hailed as a breakthrough in a war that had claimed over a million lives and reshaped the political landscape of the Middle East. A War Born of...
In a week marked by rapid diplomatic maneuvering and intensifying battlefield developments, President Donald Trump's meetings with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders have signaled a potential turning point in the Russia-Ukraine war. While no ceasefire has been reached, the talks have laid groundwork for future negotiations, security guarantees, and a possible trilateral summit involving Russian President Vladimir Putin. A Cordial Oval Office Meeting On August 18,...
Former Vice President Kamala Harris is stepping back into the spotlight with the announcement of her forthcoming memoir, 107 Days, a candid account of her brief but intense 2024 presidential campaign. Set for release in September 2025, the book promises to offer a behind-the-scenes look at Harris's whirlwind candidacy following President Joe Biden's unexpected withdrawal from the race. But as Harris prepares to share her story, the political world is already buzzing-not just with anticipation, b...
