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March 13, 2026 - BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - UAB's push for a deep American Athletic Conference Tournament run came to a halt Friday afternoon in Birmingham, as the Blazers fell 83–78 to Charlotte in a quarterfinal matchup defined by one of the hottest shooting halves the conference has ever seen. The loss drops UAB to 20–12 on the season and leaves the program waiting to learn its postseason fate. A Promising Start Slips Away Playing just a few miles from campus at Legacy Arena, UAB opened the game wit...
U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R‑Alabama) sharply questioned pharmaceutical and national‑security experts this week during a Senate Committee on Aging hearing, raising alarms about what he called China's "death grip" on America's drug supply chain. The exchange underscored growing bipartisan concern that the United States is dangerously dependent on foreign manufacturing for essential medicines. "It's becoming common knowledge that for whatever reason, China's often able to circumvent the FDA whe...
U.S. Marines are moving toward the Middle East in one of the most significant Marine deployments of the current Iran conflict, adding a fast‑moving, crisis‑response force to an already large American presence in the region. Roughly 2,500 Marines, along with amphibious warships including the USS Tripoli, are now en route as Washington and its allies continue sustained strikes on Iranian targets. Why the Marines Are Being Sent The deployment reflects a shift toward deterrence, crisis response, and...
On March 14, 1780, the Gulf Coast became a decisive front in the American Revolutionary era as Spanish forces under Governor Bernardo de Gálvez captured Fort Charlotte in Mobile, Alabama. This victory-achieved after a two‑week siege-eliminated the last British frontier post capable of threatening New Orleans, securing Spain's hold on the western Gulf and reshaping the balance of power in the Southeast. The Strategic Setting on the Gulf Coast By 1780, the American Revolution had expanded far be...
March is when Alabama's gardens shift from winter recovery to full spring momentum. Soil warms, daylight stretches, and both cool‑season and warm‑season crops begin overlapping. For gardeners across the state-from the Tennessee Valley to the Gulf Coast-March is one of the busiest and most rewarding months of the year. 🌱 The Seasonal Shift: Why March Matters in Alabama March marks the true beginning of spring growth. Cool‑season vegetables thrive, fruit trees break dormancy, lawns begin to wake...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - March 13, 2026 - Huey Magoo's, the fast‑casual chicken brand known for its bold flavors and premium hand‑crafted tenders, has officially opened its newest restaurant in Montgomery, marking the company's 87th location nationwide and its latest expansion into Alabama's growing food scene. The new 2,400‑square‑foot restaurant, located at 2930 Carter Hill Road, brings Huey Magoo's full menu of fresh, made‑to‑order chicken tenders, house‑made sauces, and customizable meals to the h...
March 13, 2026 - WASHINGTON - U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Friday that Iran's newly elevated Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has been seriously wounded and is "likely disfigured," raising questions about his ability to lead the country amid nearly two weeks of sustained U.S. and Israeli military strikes. Hegseth's comments mark the most direct public assessment yet from the Pentagon regarding the condition of the 56‑year‑old successor to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed alo...
March 14, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Republican gubernatorial candidate Ken McFeeters issued a formal notice to the Alabama Republican Party (ALGOP) and U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville, stating that he will pursue legal action if the party does not require Tuberville to affirm under oath that he meets Alabama's constitutional residency requirements to run for governor. McFeeters' statement comes amid an ongoing dispute over whether Tuberville satisfies the Alabama Constitution's seven‑year r...
Auburn's return to postseason play comes with a familiar twist: an in‑state showdown. As the No. 1 overall seed in the 2026 National Invitation Tournament, the Tigers will host South Alabama in the first round at Neville Arena, a matchup that blends regional pride, contrasting résumés, and a chance for Auburn to reset its season after narrowly missing the NCAA Tournament. Tipoff is set for Tuesday at 9 p.m. CT on ESPN2. Auburn's Road to the NIT Auburn enters the tournament at 17–16, a recor...
March 10, 2026 - Former State Representative Perry O. Hooper Jr., longtime Alabama political figure and Republican strategist, joined Brandon Moseley and Christopher Peeks on The BCS: State of Alabama Podcast for a wide‑ranging conversation touching on party leadership, ballot access disputes, the direction of national Democrats, and the future of conservative politics in Alabama. The discussion also explored economic development, tax reform, and Hooper's work using artificial intelligence to c...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Geneva County Sheriff Tony Helms has endorsed Republican Katherine Robertson in her campaign for Alabama Attorney General, adding another veteran law‑enforcement voice to Robertson's growing list of supporters ahead of the May 19, 2026 primary. Sheriff Helms, who is concluding a long career in public service, praised Robertson's record on public safety and her support among law‑enforcement leaders across the state. "I am proud to support Katherine in her race for Attorney Gen...
Former Alabama State Representative GF "Gil" Isbell joined hosts Brandon Moseley and Harry Still III on the Heart of Dixie Podcast for a candid conversation about internal Republican Party disputes, election‑law compliance, and the broader political climate in Alabama. The interview comes as Isbell continues to publicly question the eligibility of Alabama Republican Party Chairman John Wahl, a challenge that has drawn statewide attention. The Challenge to John Wahl's Eligibility Isbell r...
U.S. Senate candidate Morgan Murphy joined Brandon Moseley and Christopher Peeks on their BCS program for a wide‑ranging conversation that touched on national security, foreign policy, economic strategy, and the direction he believes Alabama and the country must take. The discussion offered one of Murphy's most detailed public explanations of how his national‑security background shapes his policy priorities as he campaigns for the seat currently held by Senator Tommy Tuberville. National Securit...
March 10, 2026 - TAMPA, Ala - A new analysis circulating online claims that a coordinated U.S. bomber campaign-featuring B‑2 stealth bombers, B‑1 Lancers, and B‑52 Stratofortresses-has allegedly collapsed major sections of Iran's underground military tunnel network, long considered one of Tehran's most important strategic assets. A recent video, published by PPR Global, frames the strikes as part of a broader operation referred to as Epic Fury, describing it as one of the most conse...
March 12, 2026 - NORFOLK, Va. - Lt. Colonel Brandon Shah, a decorated Army officer known for his work in counterintelligence and campus‑based military education programs, was shot and killed Thursday afternoon on the campus of Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia. The brazen daylight attack stunned students, faculty, and military officials, triggering an intensive multi‑agency investigation that now stretches across several states. Authorities say Shah, 42, was gunned down outside the...
Three Air Force service members based in Birmingham were killed in a KC-135 tanker crash in western Iraq on March 12, marking one of Alabama's deadliest single-day losses in the Iran conflict. The victims were part of the 6th Air Refueling Wing at MacDill Air Force Base and had deep ties to the Birmingham area. 🇺🇸 Alabama Mourns Three Airmen Killed in Iraq Tanker Crash KC-135 Stratotanker went down during combat mission; all six crew members confirmed dead Three U.S. Air Force service membe...
March 18, 2026 - BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - One of Alabama's signature spring traditions is set to return as the Children's of Alabama Indy Grand Prix powered by AmFirst brings three days of world‑class racing, family fun, and nonstop energy to Barber Motorsports Park, March 27–29. The event marks the NTT IndyCar Series' annual stop in Alabama, transforming the rolling hills of Barber into one of the most electric sports weekends in the Southeast. For fans, drivers, and teams alike, Barber is more tha...
The Troy Trojans are headed back to the NCAA Tournament with a chance to make program history as they prepare for a first‑round showdown against the Nebraska Cornhuskers in Oklahoma City. Fresh off a Sun Belt Conference championship run, Troy enters the tournament as a No. 13 seed with momentum, having won five of its last six games and showcasing an offense that averages more than 80 points per contest. The Trojans' résumé includes wins over Akron and San Diego State, along with a tri...
In a major escalation of an already volatile regional conflict, Israeli officials say Ali Larijani, one of Iran's most influential political figures and a longtime pillar of the Islamic Republic's power structure, was killed in a series of targeted strikes this week. If confirmed, Larijani's death would mark one of the most significant blows to Iran's leadership in decades, removing a veteran insider who helped shape the country's security, nuclear, and foreign policy strategies for more than 20...
MONTEVALLO, Ala. - The Birmingham Bulls are teaming up with America 250 Alabama, American Village, and the City of Pelham to deliver a powerful evening of patriotism, community, and hockey on Saturday, March 21, as the Pelham Civic Complex hosts Red, White & Bulls: America 250 Alabama Military Appreciation Night. The celebration is designed to honor Alabama's veterans, spotlight military families, and bring the community together ahead of America's 250th anniversary in 2026. With a blend of livi...
March 17, 2026 - ENTERPRISE, AL - Senator Rick Scott of Florida has endorsed Congressman Barry Moore in Alabama's 2026 race for the United States Senate, adding another high‑profile national figure to Moore's growing list of supporters. In announcing his endorsement, Senator Scott praised Moore's record and aligned himself with the broader America First movement. "Barry Moore is the America First fighter that Alabama needs," Senator Scott said. "Barry has been a strong conservative. I'm proud t...
NORTHPORT, Ala. - March 11, 2026 - The Alabama Republican Assembly (ARA) has formally announced its opposition to Senate Bill 360, issuing a sharply worded resolution that warns the proposal would destabilize utility regulation, undermine equal statewide representation, and introduce unnecessary political division into the oversight of essential services. The resolution, adopted by the ARA Board of Directors during its March 11 conference, rejects SB 360-titled the "Power to the People Act"-as...
TALLAPOOSA COUNTY, Ala. - Saturday, March 28, 2026 - Horseshoe Bend National Military Park will welcome families, history enthusiasts, and visitors from across Alabama for the 212th Anniversary of the Battle of Horseshoe Bend, a free, day‑long event honoring one of the most pivotal moments in American and Muscogee (Creek) history. The commemoration will take place Saturday, March 28, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the park's Visitor Center and surrounding grounds. This year's program blends h...
March 19, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - Rep. Jim Jordan (R‑Ohio), one of Congress's most vocal critics of federal surveillance authorities, said he now plans to support a clean extension of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), marking a significant reversal from his long‑held opposition to the program. Jordan, who chairs the House Judiciary Committee, has for years argued that the warrantless surveillance authority has been abused by federal agencies and used imp...
March 18, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville is pushing to overhaul what he calls outdated federal loan rules that make it harder for modern family farms to access critical U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) programs. Tuberville, joined by U.S. Senator Jon Husted of Ohio, introduced the USDA Loan Modernization Act, legislation designed to update eligibility standards for Farm Service Agency (FSA) loans and expand access for multi‑generational, family‑run operations. Wit...
