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March 24, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL. - Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall sent a 23 state coalition letter to Interior Secretary Doug Burgum in support of the Trump Administration's efforts to re-ignite America's national energy grid with coal. The Biden administration implemented aggressive and shortsighted anti-fossil fuel policies that pushed energy supply down to the lowest level of coal production since 1960. A revitalized coal industry is needed to meet the nation's growing energy...
Many ominous ills are likely curable, especially if you have insurance. Without it, patients can find themselves facing life-threatening consequences, as physician Ricardo Nuila, an associate professor of medicine at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, told Public Health Watch. Nuila had a stage 1 cancer patient who lost his insurance just as he was to receive treatment. "Without insurance, [my patient] was given the run-around for months by his doctors," Nuila said. By the time his patient...
The Social Security data breach compromised 'billions' of accounts. Here's one easy, free way to protect yourself. In early 2024, background checking service National Public Data was hit by a massive cyberattack that potentially compromised the sensitive, personal information of millions, or possibly even billions, of people around the world, including U.S. residents. A year later, new security threats have gained traction. While artificial intelligence has transformed the ability to prevent,...
If you've ever stared at your electricity bill and felt a wave of confusion wash over you, you're not alone. In fact, according to a new survey conducted by Arbor, nearly 22% of Americans admit they have no idea how their electricity bill is calculated, while 47% say they only somewhat understand the bills. This widespread confusion is contributing to a growing sense of frustration and mistrust toward utility providers, with many people feeling powerless in the face of ever-increasing energy...
Known for their "Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes", the Radio City Rockettes will celebrate their 100th Anniversary this year. Founded in St. Louis, Missouri in 1925 as "The Missouri Rockets", the Rockettes are a tap dancing troupe that bills themselves as "the longest-running precision dance company in America". The Radio City Rockettes have been performing in the Radio City Music Hall in New York since 1932, hence their name, and to celebrate their 100th anniversary,...
March 20, 2029 – BIRMINGHAM, AL - The Jefferson County Commission unanimously approved the sale of the Hallmark Farms property in Warrior to the Agriculture Exhibition Center Corporation or AECC. That organization was formed by the state legislature and will oversee the development of the new agricultural center planned for the area. The County purchased the property in 2019 in a joint effort with the City of Warrior. The Hallmark Farm property in northern Jefferson County is right on I-65 n...
The presidential campaign in 1976 was a bitter one pitting the incumbent, Gerald R. Ford, against the challenger, Georgia Gov. Jimmy Carter. Ford was named vice president after the resignation of Spiro Agnew, and became president after the resignation of Richard Nixon, making him our only unelected vice president and president. Within weeks of his swearing-in, Ford issued a controversial pardon for the former president. He argued the time for healing had come, and he didn't want to put the...
March 23, 2025 – CLEVELAND, OH. - The University of Alabama men's basketball team defeated number 15 seed Robert Morris 9o to 81 to advance to the field of 32 on Friday. The number two seeded Tide will play St. Mary's college on Sunday. Senior Guard Mark Sears had 22 points and ten assists in a masterful game that showcased both his abilities as a scorer and as the floor leader of the Tide. Mohamed Dioubate had 18 points and 10 rebounds off the bench. Clifford Omoruyi did not miss a shot s...
March 19, 2025: - As the Legislative Session evolves, I find myself missing my ole friend Mac McArthur around the Statehouse. We would visit in the halls and sometimes sit together in the gallery. He would be busier than a one-armed paper hanger as he was always having to work on legislative matters for the state employees. We would reserve our long hours of talking politics for lengthy phone conversations in between legislative sessions. We both very much enjoy our political discussions. Mac...
I remember the last time I came back from a river-fishing trip with a friend. It was a beautiful morning to be on the water. The early morning, during the summer, is usually the best because the heat really picks up about mid-morning. That day was no different. By 10:30, our hopes were fried, along with our back and neck. But even before that, the action was minimal at best. We caught a few small ones, but never really got into the smallmouth population we had hoped for. The last few times we...
March 21, 2025 – MILWAUKEE, WI - Troy University fell 57 to 76 to the Southeastern Conference's Kentucky Wildcats in the first round of the Midwest Regional of the NCAA tournament. Troy finishes the season with an impressive 23 and 11 finish including a Sunbelt Conference Tournament championship. Kentucky improves to 23 and 11 and advances to the field of 32. Kentucky jumped out to 35 to 27 lead after the first home; then won the second half 41 to 30 at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Troy...
On March 22, 1865, Union General James H. Wilson launched his raid on the industrial and railroad infrastructure of Alabama and Georgia to bring the South to its knees. In the final year of the American Civil War, a significant military campaign known as Wilson's Raid took place, shaping the course of the conflict and leaving a lasting impact on the Southern states of Alabama and Georgia. The raid, led by Union General James H. Wilson, involved a formidable force of 13,480 cavalry troops. By...
President Donald Trump is smashing through the Russia-Ukraine quagmire with the iron will and razor-sharp instincts America demanded when it swept him into office, and Senator Lindsey Graham's recent X post nails it: Trump's leadership is the only force fierce enough to forge a "just and honorable" end to this three-year slaughter. While Biden bumbled, tossing cash and guns at Zelensky like a clueless bystander, President Trump seized the reins and if I know President Trump he will outmaneuver V...
Prescription drug spending in the United States has been on a steady rise for years, with Americans paying some of the highest prices in the world for their medications. Even those with insurance often face high out-of-pocket costs due to rising premiums, copays, and deductibles. With the increasing financial burden on consumers, prescription discount cards have emerged as an alternative to help mitigate costs. These cards, offered by third-party companies, work by negotiating discounts with...
March 12, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - Rep. Barry Moore (R-AL) and Rep. Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) introduced the Stop Secret Spending Act of 2025, which requires federal agencies to include other transaction agreements (OTAs) in the list of federal awards that must be reported on USAspending.gov. Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) led the Senate companion to this legislation. OTAs are legally binding agreements that are not standard contracts, cooperative agreements or grants that authorized government agencies...
March 23, 2025 - LEXINGTON, KY – The Auburn University men's basketball team advanced into the Sweet 16 with a win over Creighton Freshman Guard Tahaad Petiford led the way for the Tiger with 23 points, six rebounds, and three assists off the bench. Senior Forward/Center Johnni Broome had 8 points, 12 rebounds, and 2 blocks for the Tigers. Senior Guard Chad Baker-Mazara contributed 17 points, two rebounds, and an assist. Senior Point Guard Denver Jones had 15 points and 3 assists. Creighton led...
Long time Alabama resident, Bela K. Berty, was a young child in the formative years when his family escaped from communism in Eastern Europe. Having experienced first-hand the perils of communism, the influence of communism in the modern American legal, banking, and educational systems is a matter of grave concern to him. Consequently, he and his wife, Linda Gail Berty, a veteran of The United States Navy, sponsored a showing of the documentary, "The Agenda 2: Masters of Deceit" on Wednesday at...
March 19, 2025 – MOUNTAIN BROOK – Ann Eubank, the director of the conservative Alabama Legislative Watchdogs – spoke to the Gathering – a conservative Christian group in the Mountain Brook area at Olexa's Tea room in Mountain Brook Village. "Our supermajority Republican legislators, they passed the VA reorganization bill (SB67) to make the VA commissioner a cabinet position because Mee Maw (Governor Kay Ivey) got mad." Kent Davis was fired as Commissioner and Governor Ivey has already appoint...
March 21, 2025 – MONTGOMERY, AL – Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) the Officer Impersonation Prevention Act into law. This bill enhances the current law regarding the offense of impersonating a police officer. The Officer Impersonation Prevention Act was sponsored by state Senator Clyde Chambliss (R-Prattville) and carried in the House by state Representative Ron Bolton (R-Northport). SB115 aso eliminates a loophole that could allow unqualified individuals to unlawfully serve as law enf...
March 20, 2025 – MONTGOMERY, AL – the Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) addressed longstanding issues with inappropriate and indecent material being placed in children's sections of the library. Library Nancy Pack was fired, effective immediately. The board also passed sanctions against the Fairhope Public Library. Pack submitted her resignation to APLS board Chairman John Wahl effective September 1. Board member Amy Minton then made a motion that Pack be fired immediately. The Board ado...
MARCH 21, 2025 - LOWNDES COUNTY, AL. - A fox that scratched a hunter in the Burkville community of Lowndes County has tested positive for rabies. The scratch occurred when the fox repeatedly attacked and began biting the hunter's shoes. The fox was eventually subdued, captured and submitted to the Alabama Department of Public Health laboratory for rabies testing. The person has already begun receiving the post-exposure prophylaxis series. According to Dr. Dee W. Jones, State Public Health...
Olivia Howe was hesitant at first to add French to her major in finance at the University of Arizona in Tucson, fearing that it wouldn't be very useful in the labor market. Then her language skills helped her land a job at the multinational technology company Siemens, which will be waiting for her when she graduates this spring. "The reason I got the job is because of my French. I didn't see it as a practical choice, but now I do," said Howe, who, to communicate with colleagues and clients,...
Demand for guns skyrocketed in the United States five years ago as the country grappled with COVID-19, social unrest, and a contentious presidential election. Now, that boom appears to be ending. Americans bought 15.3 million guns in 2024, down from a record 21.8 million in 2020, according to The Trace's gun sales tracker, which estimates purchases based on national background check data. Gun manufacturers have also scaled back. The Trace's analysis of federal data shows that between 2021 and 20...
March 20, 2025 – MONTGOMERY, AL - The Alabama Senate passed a pharmacy benefit manager reform bill. Pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) are third party businesses who handle the prescription drug plans for businesses. Senate Bill 252 (SB252) is sponsored by state Senator Billy Beasley (D-Clayton). SB252 is PBM reform legislation requested by the pharmacies. A pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) is a third-party administrator that negotiates costs and payments between drug manufacturers, pharmacies, a...
March 20, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL. – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall today announced the indictment of a former Alabama Medicaid Agency employee for the theft of more than $100,000 in public funds. Natalie Colette Lewis, 59, of Montgomery, was indicted by the March term of the Montgomery County Grand Jury on multiple felony charges, including Aggravated Theft of Property, Use of Office for Personal Gain, and Violation of the Alabama Computer Crimes Act. Lewis surrendered to the M...
