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How much of your income should you spend on housing? Looking to cut costs? Why not start at the top? In the typical American household, nothing takes a bigger bite out of the budget than housing costs. While that’s a burden, it also means that housing expenses are where cost-cutting has the biggest potential to help make ends meet. Experts say you should spend no more than 25% to 30% of your income on housing—rent or mortgage payments plus utilities—for financial stability. If you do that,...
The hidden infrastructure behind every prescription drug in 2026 A customer steps up to the counter at a neighborhood pharmacy. An insurance card is scanned. A pharmacist asks if there are any questions. A small paper bag with the medication inside slides across the counter. What most of us don’t see is the vast system that made that moment possible. Before a prescription drug reaches a shelf in your town, it has passed through research laboratories, clinical trial sites, regulatory review t...
Americans' average debt keeps rising, but pace of growth has slowed, according to Intuit Credit Karma data In the fourth quarter of 2025, Americans’ average total overall debt increased to $58,712 from $55,879 in the fourth quarter of 2024, a 5% year-over-year gain, according to an analysis of 99.5 million Intuit Credit Karma members with a combined overall debt of more than $9.9 trillion. That’s almost the same as 2024’s year-over-year average debt gains (4.9%). However, in the last quart...
H-1B lottery history and data: Selection rates 2008-2026 Every year, thousands of skilled workers compete for a chance to work in the United States. This is the H-1B lottery. By law, the government can only approve 85,000 new H-1B visas each year: 65,000 for general workers and 20,000 for those with advanced degrees from a U.S. institution. The lottery was created to parcel out these limited slots. But the demand and the rules have shifted since its inception. Data on H-1B visas goes by fiscal...
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...
South Carolina has spent $1.6M to combat its huge measles outbreak, and it’s not over yet South Carolina has spent an estimated $1.6 million so far on public health efforts to combat its huge measles outbreak, according to information the state’s health department provided to Healthbeat on March 4. The outbreak, which began with just five known cases in October, surged in January following the winter holidays, and has slowed in recent weeks. The total number of people infected in the out...
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...
March 13, 2026 - LINEVILLE, Ala. - Rodney Walker, a businessman, cattle farmer, and Republican candidate for the United States Senate from Alabama, is urging Congress and federal regulators to act swiftly to close what he describes as a dangerous loophole in the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act (GENIUS Act). Walker argues the gap in the law threatens community banks, farm lending, and the ability of rural families to rely on cash. Walker said the issue...
For decades, Huntsville has been known as the Rocket City. Today, continued investment from GE Aerospace confirms a broader reality: North Alabama has become one of the nation's leading centers for advanced aerospace manufacturing and defense technology. The company's latest expansion at its Huntsville Jetplex Industrial Park facility represents another major investment in Alabama's future. As part of GE Aerospace's $1 billion investment in U.S. manufacturing, the project will expand production...
The science of dog food palatability: Why your pup loves certain foods Ever wonder why one dog inhales their bowl in seconds, while another sniffs at it and walks away? Dog food palatability, or what makes food delicious to your dog, isn’t simply about taste. It’s also about evolutionary biology, sensory perception, and nutritional chemistry working together. he closer a dog’s meal resembles real meat—which is in their DNA to consume as descendants of wolves—the more it aligns with how dogs...
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...
As I sit here having just completed my 65th trip around the sun, I get the opportunity to relax and reflect a lot. Because of age discrimination, once turning 65, me and hundreds of other guys around the country are forced to retire from the airlines and give up our flying careers to serve in the same capacity. Yes, many could go on to other flying gigs but most do not bother. Rehiring, retraining, requalifying, etc. “But Rob. At 65, you should be forced to retire. You are too old to fly a...
I believe you just answered a question on AI (artificial intelligence) relative to the legal field in December 2025. Are there other areas where AI has created cause for concern? AI, as I said in December is a hot topic. Technology has the ability to be so useful to humans. But three things often happen. Number one, its limitation may not be readily discernable, two- it may be used in ways that “machine learning” has not yet achieved and number three, there are too many bad people out there tha...
Amy Howe's Supreme Court strikes down tariffs, SCOTUSblog (Feb. 20, 2026, 11:00 AM), https://www.scotusblog.com/2026/02/supreme-court-strikes-down-tariffs/ was among the first to report on the SCotUS ruling on Trump tariffs, widely viewed as unconstitutional by those with a fundamental understanding US tariff history. In their ruling on presidential power, the Supreme Court struck down disuniform tariffs President Trump wrongfully imposed via executive orders. The 6-3 vote asserted these...
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Ka,e Bri/ (R-Ala.) joined The Takeout with Major Garre0 on CBS News. She discussed Trump’s State of the Union address and ongoing Department of Homeland Security (DHS) appropria,ons nego,a,ons. On President Trump’s State of the Union and his revitaliza1on of hope for the country: “I think that this was the best State of the Union ... that we have seen in modern history. The reason I say that is President Trump did an outstanding job of reminding Americans where w...
Americans across the country are preparing for tax season as W-2s make their way to everyone’s mailboxes. People often compare filling out their tax forms to learning a new language because of how stressful and confusing it can be. However, this year, I’m proud to say that Alabamians will be bringing home more money than ever thanks to the Working Families Tax Cuts — formerly known as the One Big Beautiful Bill. From Marshall to Baldwin County, Alabamians in EVERY county will get to keep more of...
These are not my words, but something I recently came across and loved. So, I thought I’d share with you…”Jesus died at the age of 33. The human spine has 33 vertebrae. The same structure that holds us upright is the same number of years Jesus walked the earth. We have 12 ribs on each side, just like the 12 disciples and the 12 tribes of Israel. The vagus nerve runs from your brain to your heart and gut, calming the storm inside your body, just like Jesus calmed the storm. And guess what? Under...
In 1776 - 250 years ago - General George Washington made a decision that was both pragmatic and radical for its time when he integrated the Continental Army, allowing free Black men and later some formerly enslaved men to serve alongside white soldiers. But rather than being driven by enlightened ideas or progressive principles, Washington’s command decision reflected practical military necessity, political calculation, and an evolving understanding of liberty. Before the Revolution, Black m...
A new advanced manufacturing investment in Muscle Shoals represents economic growth for Northwest Alabama and strengthens America’s national defense. Defense manufacturer Hadrian plans to establish a major production facility in the Shoals to manufacture precision components for the U.S. Navy’s submarine fleet. As the United States works to expand submarine production and modernize its naval capabilities, strengthening the domestic defense industrial base has become a national priority. Submarin...
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...
