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August 29, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a landmark legislative achievement, U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) has secured sweeping reforms to federal child care tax policy, delivering long-overdue relief to millions of working families. The passage of key provisions within President Trump's Working Family Tax Cuts legislation marks the most significant permanent update to child care-related tax credits in decades. The reforms include modernization of the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit...
For decades, landowners and hunters across Alabama have dreamed of restoring the bobwhite quail to its former glory. Once a staple of Southern upland hunting, the cheerful whistle of the bobwhite has grown increasingly rare. In response, many have tried to repopulate their land by releasing pen-raised quail. But despite good intentions and significant investment, the results have been overwhelmingly disappointing. The truth is clear: stocking quail doesn't work-not if the goal is to rebuild...
In the opening month of World War I, as the Western Front descended into trench warfare, the Eastern Front erupted with sweeping maneuvers and dramatic reversals. Among the most decisive early engagements was the Battle of Tannenberg, fought between August 23 and 30, 1914, in East Prussia. It was here that the German Eighth Army, under the newly appointed command of General Paul von Hindenburg and his brilliant chief of staff Erich Ludendorff, orchestrated one of the most stunning encirclements...
In a hard-fought battle under the lights at the newly renamed Acrisure Bounce House in Orlando, the Jacksonville State Gamecocks opened their 2025 season with a narrow 17–10 loss to the UCF Knights. Despite entering the game as 20.5-point underdogs, the Gamecocks showed grit and resilience, keeping the contest close until the final minute. The game was marked by defensive intensity, a weather delay in the second quarter, and a pair of fourth-quarter touchdowns that ultimately lifted UCF to v...
August 29, 2025 - WACO, TX - In a gritty road showdown under the Friday night lights at McLane Stadium, the Auburn Tigers kicked off their 2025 campaign with a resounding 38–24 victory over the Baylor Bears. It wasn't the aerial fireworks many expected from head coach Hugh Freeze's revamped offense-it was a bruising, relentless ground attack that carried the Tigers to victory. Jackson Arnold's Dual-Threat Debut All eyes were on Jackson Arnold, the former five-star Oklahoma transfer making his d...
August 28, 2025 – BIRMINGHAM, AL. - The UAB Blazers emerged victorious in a 94 point shootout with cross state rival Alabama State that thrilled fans of both teams. The UAB Blazers lit up Protective Stadium with a dominating offensive performance. UAB had 520 total yards, 273 rushing yards, 247 passing yards, seven touchdowns (5 rushing, 2 passing), and tird down efficiency: of 6-of-10. The bad news for Blazer fans was that they needed all of that offensive fireworks to emerge victorious a...
The University of Alabama football team begins its 2025 campaign today with a marquee matchup against Florida State at Doak Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee. Kickoff is set for 2:30 PM CT, and while the Crimson Tide enter the game as 13.5-point favorites, the stakes go far beyond the scoreboard. For head coach Kalen DeBoer, now in his second season in Tuscaloosa, this game marks a pivotal moment in defining the program's new era. After a 9–4 finish in 2024 that included a loss to Michigan in t...
August 30, 2025 - MOBILE, AL - Tonight at Hancock Whitney Stadium in Mobile, Alabama, the South Alabama Jaguars will kick off their 2025 college football season with a home matchup against the Morgan State Bears. Scheduled for a 6:00 PM CT start, this game marks the beginning of South Alabama's 17th season of football and offers a chance to reset after back-to-back season-opening losses. With a 93.8% win probability, the Jaguars enter the contest as heavy favorites. But head coach Major...
August 30, 2025 - TROY, AL. - As the sun sets over Veterans Memorial Stadium in Troy, Alabama, the Trojans are gearing up to launch their 2025 football season with a high-stakes opener against the Nicholls State Colonels. Kickoff is set for 6:00 PM CT, and while the odds favor Troy heavily-with a 91.8% win probability-this game promises more than just a routine start. It's a litmus test for a team looking to rebound from a middling 2024 campaign and assert itself in the Sun Belt Conference. Troy...
Newborn screening helps identify babies at risk for genetic, metabolic, or congenital disorders that aren't visible at birth. In Alabama, about 200 infants a year are diagnosed early through these tests. Screenings include bloodspot, hearing, and pulse oximetry, which checks for heart disease. Alabama screens for 35 out of 38 recommended disorders. Parents should ensure their baby receives screening within 24–48 hours and discuss results with their doctor. Newborn screening has been r...
Friday, August 29, 2025 - WACO, TX - The Auburn University Tigers open the 2025 football season in Texas against the Baylor Bears. Kickoff: 7:00 PM CDT Location: McLane Stadium, Waco, Texas Broadcast: FOX | Radio: SiriusXM Channels 190 (Auburn), 84 (Baylor) The 2025 college football season kicks off with a high-stakes clash between two power-conference programs as the Auburn Tigers travel to Waco to face the Baylor Bears. It's Auburn's first true road opener in 23 years, and the pressure is on...
On August 28, 1862, the quiet fields of Prince William County, Virginia, once again erupted into chaos as Union and Confederate forces collided in what would become one of the most consequential battles of the American Civil War: the Second Battle of Bull Run, also known as the Second Battle of Manassas. Fought over three days, this brutal engagement marked the culmination of Confederate General Robert E. Lee's Northern Virginia Campaign and set the stage for his first invasion of the North....
In a stunning shake-up at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a deepening rift between Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and CDC Director Susan Monarez has triggered a wave of high-level resignations and ignited fierce debate over the future of public health leadership in the United States. The Flashpoint: Vaccine Policy and Political Pressure The conflict erupted over vaccine policy, with RFK Jr.-a longtime vaccine skeptic-reportedly pressuring Monarez...
August 27, 2025 - HOOVER, AL. - In a closely watched municipal election, longtime Hoover Police Chief Nick Derzis defeated two-term incumbent Mayor Frank Brocato, securing 55.54% of the vote to Brocato's 44.46%. The results mark a significant leadership shift in one of Alabama's largest and fastest-growing cities. Election Results • Nick Derzis: 9,672 votes (55.54%) • Frank Brocato: 7,743 votes (44.46%) The race drew heightened attention after campaign materials featuring high-profile figures li...
August 27, 2025 - ANNISTON, AL. - In a decisive outcome that marks a new chapter for Anniston, Ciara Smith has been elected mayor with 57.31% of the vote, defeating four challengers in a crowded field. Smith, who had been serving as appointed mayor since May following Jack Draper's resignation, now becomes the city's first African-American and youngest-ever elected mayor. ""Yes, I am a woman, and yes, I'm the youngest, but I am also extremely knowledgeable and extremely qualified," said Smith....
August 27, 2025 - BAY MINETTE, AL - In a dramatic shake-up of Bay Minette's political landscape, voters chose new leadership in the August 26, 2025 municipal elections. After 13 years in office, incumbent Mayor Robert "Bob" Willis was defeated by challenger Joshua O. Brown, marking a pivotal moment for the Baldwin County seat. Brown secured approximately 54% of the vote, with 871 ballots cast in his favor. "As we turn the page to a new chapter for Bay Minette, we pause to thank Mayor Bob Wills...
August 26, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL. – Attorney General Steve Marshall joined a 22-state coalition that filed a brief in the U.S Supreme Court supporting parental rights and in opposition to a Massachusetts school district's policy that allows the "social transitioning" of children without parental consent. The law as it stands strips parents of their longstanding and fundamental right to direct the care and upbringing of their children. The case, Foote v. Ludlow School Committee, involves L...
August 26, 2025 - Cullman and Blount Counties, AL. - Voters in portions of Cullman and Blount Counties cast their ballots Tuesday in the Special General Election for Alabama House District 11, selecting a new representative to fill the seat vacated earlier this year by Randall Shedd. Republican nominee Heath Allbright secured a decisive victory, earning 88.38% of the vote and defeating Democratic challenger Alex Braswell, who received 11.15%. A small number of write-in votes-15 total-accounted...
In the summer of 479 B.C., the rolling plains near the city of Plataea in Boeotia bore witness to one of the most decisive and symbolic battles of ancient history. On August 27, the allied Greek forces, led by Spartan commander Pausanias, routed the Persian army under General Mardonius, effectively ending the second Persian invasion of Greece and securing the future of Western civilization. Background: A Clash of Empires The Greco-Persian Wars had raged for decades, with Persia seeking to...
Since his election on May 8, 2025, Pope Leo XIV has not formally altered the restrictions placed on the Traditional Latin Mass (TLM) by his predecessor, Pope Francis. Yet, in just a few months, his papacy has sparked a noticeable shift in tone and dialogue across the Catholic hierarchy. Bishops, cardinals, and clergy who once remained silent or cautious have begun to speak openly about their hopes for a more inclusive approach to the ancient liturgy. While Traditionis Custodes remains in...
August 30, 2025 - MOBILE, AL - The South Alabama Jaguars kicked off their 2025 football season in commanding fashion, defeating Morgan State 38–21 at Hancock Whitney Stadium in Mobile. Fueled by a balanced offensive attack and a relentless defense, the Jaguars set the tone early and never looked back, giving fans plenty to cheer about as they look ahead to a promising campaign. Bullock Leads the Ground Game Running back Kentrel Bullock was the engine of South Alabama's offense, rushing for 1...
At precisely 11 a.m. on August 31, 1803, Meriwether Lewis stepped aboard a specially crafted keelboat and pushed off from the banks of the Ohio River in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. With that quiet but momentous launch, the Corps of Discovery began its epic journey westward-an expedition that would reshape the young United States' understanding of its vast, untamed interior. The Mission Behind the Journey Commissioned by President Thomas Jefferson shortly after the Louisiana Purchase, the Lewis...
September 1, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - On August 22, 2025, U.S. District Judge Anna Manasco ruled that Alabama's current State Senate map violates Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act by diluting the voting power of Black residents in the Montgomery area. Her 261-page opinion mandates the creation of a second majority-Black district in or near Montgomery, echoing language from a 2023 ruling in Alabama's congressional redistricting case. The Court's Findings Judge Manasco found that the 2021 Senate...
As summer fades and the first hints of autumn settle over Alabama's fields and woodlands, hunters across the state are gearing up for one of the most anticipated traditions in southern sporting culture: dove season. With its social atmosphere, fast-paced action, and ties to family and community, dove hunting marks the unofficial start of fall for many Alabamians. This year's season opens in early September, and the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) has released...
August 29, 2025 - PIKE ROAD - In a closely watched municipal election, longtime Pike Road Mayor Gordon Stone secured re-election on August 26, 2025, edging out challenger Mark Spurlin by a razor-thin margin of just 54 votes. The final tally-1,566 to 1,512-underscored both the intensity of the race and the growing civic engagement in one of Alabama's fastest-developing towns. Stone, who has served as mayor since Pike Road's incorporation in 2004, expressed gratitude and optimism following the...
