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April 13, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday signed into law House Bill 95, the Alabama Post-Election Audit Act, a measure designed to strengthen voter confidence and ensure the accuracy and reliability of Alabama's election processes. This action by Governor Ivey further solidifies her commitment to election integrity in Alabama. "Alabama has long set the standard for free, fair and secure elections," said Governor Ivey. "And with this law, we are strengthening that f...
Your tax return is filed. Now here's what's quietly draining your cash For small business owners, the weeks after tax season make cash flow problems harder to ignore — and the latest data points to a few clear causes. Tax season ends with a moment of relief: The return is filed and the paperwork is done. But expenses don’t stop. For small business owners, the period right after tax season is one of the most financially exposed windows of the year. According to a 2025 QuickBooks survey, 43% of...
The mental health impact of financial stress A sharp rise in the costs of groceries, everyday products, and housing — paired with growing unemployment and worries about the economy — can keep anyone up at night. If you’re frequently concerned about money, it can affect your health, mood, and ability to focus. Sometimes financial stress is temporary, like when you need to pay for an unexpected car or home repair. Other times, it can be caused by ongoing challenges like rising prices, debt, or no...
(Shared with permission of the publisher - Christopher M Peeks) April 12, 2026 - HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - Former Congressman Mo Brooks has released a staggering investigative report uncovering a sophisticated gambling syndicate that has funneled nearly $4 million into Alabama's political landscape. New evidence from Alabama FCPA filings reveals a clear dark money trail connecting out-of-state gambling interests directly to the 2026 legislative elections. The Architecture of the Syndicate: The...
I’m unsure why her statement never struck me before as it did in preparing for Easter. I used the final of the seven “I Am” statements of Jesus in John’s gospel. John especially wanted us to understand the nature of Christ. At Lazarus’ graveside, Jesus said, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who lives and believes in me will never die.” This seems a perplexing word to speak in a graveyard with a corpse nearby. But the mourners in Bethany were about to witness one of Jesus’ most w...
Vice President JD Vance confirmed early Sunday that the United States and Iran concluded 21 hours of high‑stakes negotiations in Islamabad without reaching any form of agreement, ending the most extensive round of direct talks between the two nations in more than a decade. 🇵🇰 Setting the Stage: A Rare, High‑Level Meeting The discussions took place in Pakistan's capital, mediated by Pakistani officials as part of an effort to stabilize a fragile two‑week ceasefire in the ongoing U.S.–Iran c...
Alabama's 2026 A‑Day scrimmage delivered exactly what fans hoped for on a warm Saturday in Tuscaloosa - clarity, competition, and a glimpse of what Kalen DeBoer's third Crimson Tide squad may become. The annual spring showcase at Bryant‑Denny Stadium, held April 11, offered two hours of offense‑versus‑defense action, highlighted by the quarterback battle, emerging playmakers, and a defense that flashed both speed and disruption. Quarterback Battle Takes Center Stage The storyline enterin...
In Louisiana, a seafood boil isn't just a meal - it's an event, a gathering, a reason for friends and family to crowd around a newspaper‑lined table and eat with their hands. The aroma of cayenne, garlic, citrus, and brine drifting from a steaming pot is as much a part of the state's cultural identity as jazz or Mardi Gras. Preparing a shrimp and crawfish boil for six to eight people is surprisingly straightforward, but it rewards patience, bold seasoning, and a willingness to embrace the j...
7 commonly overlooked steps when starting a small business There’s a moment every new business owner knows well, the mix of excitement and uncertainty that hits once you decide to go for it. You have the idea, the energy and maybe even your first few customers. Then come the practical questions: Should I register as an LLC or S Corp? How do I pay myself? What happens when I hire someone? Starting a business often feels like wearing many hats at once: sales, HR, customer service, manager, o...
Electric RVs in 2026: What's real and what's not The electric RV market is worth roughly $500 million right now. By 2030, analysts project it'll hit $2 billion. But here's the thing nobody in the press releases mentions: As of early 2026, you still can't walk into a dealership and buy one. The biggest names in the industry (Winnebago, Thor, Mercedes) have spent years showing off prototypes, running pilot programs, and teasing "coming soon" timelines. Meanwhile, a startup in Colorado is quietly...
3 ways PR teams can understand how AI sees their brand Artificial intelligence is changing the way audiences discover and evaluate brands. Today, AI-generated answers often shape first impressions — and traditional monitoring and SEO tools don’t show the full picture. As McKinsey & Company noted in 2025, AI-generated summaries now appear in roughly 50% of Google searches, meaning audiences often decide whether they trust or engage with a company before clicking a link. As AI increasingly sha...
Robots that can build colonies on Mars are already practicing in California You can't joystick a robot on Mars in real time. Radio signals from Earth take up to 22 minutes to arrive. This simple fact has stalled space construction for decades. The dream of building in space has long remained just that: an aspiration, a vision of an extraterrestrial jumping-off point for exploring the cosmos. But the gap between dream and reality is narrowing, driven by rapid advancements in AI and robotics....
Legitimacy and credibility are required inputs for successful leadership; little worth to those who subjugate others in a kleptocracy. This explains much occurring at AU according to productive (non-parasitic) faculty who have contacted me after recent columns. AU's BoT installed Vini Nathan as provost in May 2023 after the original job posting stated the interim provost would be ineligible for the permanent position. Dr. Nathan was the interim provost. The Board gave her the job anyway. The...
April 10, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Energy and Water Development Subcommittee, celebrated a $34 million increase for the Mobile Bay in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Fiscal Year 2026 Work Plan, which the Corps uses to prioritize its civil works projects and funding needs. Following advocacy from Senator Britt, this funding increase of more than 60% will allow additionally flexibility to dispose of dredged material and i...
April 10, 2026 - SAN FRANCISCO, Cal - Rep. Eric Swalwell's (D‑Calif.) campaign for California governor plunged into crisis Friday as two campaign co‑chairs, multiple endorsers, and influential organizations withdrew their support following newly reported sexual assault allegations from a former staffer. The San Francisco Chronicle reported that a woman who previously worked for Swalwell alleged he sexually assaulted her twice when she was too intoxicated to consent. The Hill and other out...
April 10, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday signed two major public safety bills into law, advancing her administration's ongoing effort to strengthen protections for Alabama families and law enforcement officers. The governor approved House Bill 98, establishing a statewide scholarship program for the dependents of long‑serving law enforcement officers, and Senate Bill 233, which increases penalties for individuals who attempt to elude police - a crime state leaders say h...
April 10, 2026 - SAN DIEGO, Cal. - NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, and Christina Koch, and CSA (Canadian Space Agency) astronaut Jeremy Hansen splashed down at 5:07 p.m. PDT Friday off the coast of San Diego, completing a nearly 10-day journey that took them 252,756 miles from home at their farthest distance from Earth. "Reid, Victor, Christina, and Jeremy, welcome home, and congratulations on a truly historic achievement. NASA is grateful to President Donald Trump and partners in...
On April 10, 1951, one of the most consequential civil‑military decisions in American history unfolded when President Harry S. Truman relieved General of the Army Douglas MacArthur of his command during the Korean War. The action ended the tenure of one of the nation's most celebrated military leaders and ignited a fierce national debate over presidential authority, military strategy, and the limits of dissent within the chain of command. A War at a Crossroads By early 1951, the Korean War h...
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (APR. 9, 2026) – The Alabama Office of the State Climatologist (AOSC), housed at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), a part of The University of Alabama System, is inviting Alabamians to participate in the annual "Rain Gauge Rally" by joining CoCoRaHS, the Community Collaborative Rain, Hail and Snow Network. CoCoRaHS is a citizen science program made up of volunteer observers who measure and report rainfall across the nation. Each year, CoCoRaHS hosts the Rain G...
10 report: Costs of long-term care and senior living Understanding the costs of long-term care is an essential part of planning for senior living and in-home care. A Place for Mom provides proprietary cost benchmarks drawn from its nationwide network of partner communities and agencies. This report includes cost data for senior living — independent living, assisted living, and memory care — as well as home care. Senior living figures reflect actual monthly costs paid by residents who moved int...
April 9, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R‑Ala.) joined NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman and a bipartisan group of lawmakers today for a live conversation with the Artemis II astronaut crew as they entered the final hours of their historic 10‑day mission in deep space. Speaking from aboard the Orion spacecraft Integrity, Commander Reid Wiseman, Pilot Victor Glover, Mission Specialist Christina Koch, and Canadian Space Agency astronaut Jeremy Hansen reflected on their jou...
Freight carriers pivot to weekly rate updates amid global fuel volatility The beginning of April 2026 saw the U.S. extend its national security tariff umbrella to the healthcare sector, imposing a massive 100% duty on foreign pharmaceuticals to decouple medical supply chains, Freight Right reports. This aggressive unilateralism stands in stark opposition to the EU's recent diplomatic successes, such as the inevitable ratification of the Mercosur deal, which seeks to secure critical minerals...
April 10, 2026 - AUBURN, Ala. - The Auburn Family will have no shortage of excitement this spring as the university launches "A-Day Week," presented by Golden Flake, a nine-day celebration running April 10–18 and featuring a full slate of athletic events across campus. The week culminates with the annual A-Day Football Game on Saturday, April 18, marking the highly anticipated debut of new head coach Alex Golesh. A-Day Game Headlines the Week The marquee event kicks off at 2 p.m. inside J...
Student loan debt by state Over $32.4 billion dollars in student loan debt remained unpaid across U.S. states in 2025. Student loan debt can have a lasting impact on a household’s finances, just like the benefits of the right education and application can have a lasting impact on career and income. It’s important to weigh the costs and potential benefits, as the wrong educational investment can leave people carrying student debt for decades. Nationwide, an average of 12.55% of adults carry stude...
April 8, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday signed House Bill 381, known as the Sarah Marsh Heaven's 27 Camp Safety Act, establishing new statewide safety standards for Alabama's summer camps and honoring the memory of 8‑year‑old Sarah Marsh, who died during catastrophic flooding at a Texas camp last year. Sponsored by Rep. David Faulkner, the legislation creates Alabama's first comprehensive emergency‑preparedness framework for youth camps. The law requires camps to devel...
