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  • Governor Ivey Calls Special Election for Alabama House District 63

    Governor's Press Office|Jun 1, 2025

    June 16, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday signed a proclamation to set special election dates for Alabama House District 63. This seat was previously held by Rep. Cynthia Lee Almond, who Governor Ivey recently appointed as the president of the Public Service Commission. The governor swore in Almond this morning. Governor Ivey set the special primary election for Tuesday, September 30, 2025; the special primary runoff, if necessary, for Tuesday, October 28, 2025; and the s...

  • Just When You Thinks It's Not Possible the Left's Meltdown Hits a New Low

    Perry O Hooper Jr|Jun 1, 2025

    Only in America, according to the Left's delusion can you livestream your "oppression" on a $1,200 smartphone while marching with corporate-sponsored signs bemoaning the end of freedom. The radical Left calls this resistance. The rest of us call it nonsense. You really can't overstate how absurd the Radical Left has become. Picture it: mobs of privileged protestors flooding the streets, screaming at the top of their lungs that they live under tyranny, all while safely marching, waving signs,...

  • Governor Ivey Invites Alabama Students to Join 3rd Annual Summer Reading Challenge on First Day of Summer

    Governor's Press Office|Jun 1, 2025

    June 20, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – On the first official day of summer, Governor Kay Ivey invited Alabama students to join her 3rd Annual Summer Reading Challenge and encouraged participation in Second Lady Usha Vance's national reading challenge as well. "Our students have earned a well-deserved summer break, but that doesn't mean the learning stops," said Governor Ivey. "Reading is one of the best ways to keep young minds sharp, and for the third year now, I'm proud to once again invite A...

  • Katie Britt says that a nuclear armed Iran would be "an existential threat to the U.S. and the world"

    Brandon Moseley|Jun 1, 2025

    June 17, 2025 – Senator Katie Boyd Britt (R-Alabama) warned that the nation of Iran with nuclear weapons would pose a threat to global security. "Iran is the largest state sponsor of terrorism in the world, and its possession of nuclear weapons would pose an existential threat to the U.S. and world," Sen. Britt said on her X social media account. Britt shared comments from Auburn Men's Basketball Head Coach Bruce Pearl praising Britt for her stand against antisemitism. https:...

  • Two state legislators shot (one killed) in Minnesota

    Brandon Moseley|Jun 1, 2025

    June 14, 2025 - Two Democratic State Legislators were shot in their separate homes. State Representative Melissa Hortman has died along with her husband, Mark. Minnesota Governor, Tim Walz (D), confirmed Rep. Hortman's death at a press conference on Saturday. Governor Walz said that the slayings "appears to be a politically motivated assassination". State Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, were both also shot multiple times. Walz said that they 0are out of surgery. Walz was "cautiously...

  • U.S. Bombs Iranian Nuclear Sites Amid Escalating Conflict

    A.I. generated content|Jun 1, 2025

    On June 22, 2025, the United States launched a series of airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities, marking a dramatic escalation in the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel. The strikes, ordered by President Donald Trump, targeted the Fordow Fuel Enrichment Plant, Natanz Nuclear Facility, and a site near Isfahan, all of which are central to Iran's nuclear program. Strategic Targets and Military Execution The operation was carried out by B-2 stealth bombers, capable of delivering the...

  • Addressing Metro Crime Problem – Priority for Alabama Legislative Session

    Steve Flowers|Jun 1, 2025

    You would have to be living under a rock to not be aware that two of our state’s metropolitan areas have a serious problem with violent crime. Montgomery and Birmingham have become crime-ridden war zones that resemble third world countries like Mexico, run by drug cartels. The rampant, open-ended violence and cavalier murders in Montgomery and Birmingham leapt so high in 2024, that people who still lived there were scared to come out of their homes for fear of being shot. Even their homes w...

  • Governor Ivey Announces Appointment of Michael Godwin to Montgomery County District Judgeship

    Governor's Press Office|Jun 1, 2025

    June 19, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced the appointment of Michael Godwin to the Montgomery County District Court. "I am pleased to appoint Michael Godwin to serve as District Judge for the 15th Judicial Circuit in Montgomery County," said Governor Ivey. "His considerable legal experience and familiarity with the Court ensure he will make an effective district judge for the people of Montgomery County. I am confident Judge Godwin will serve with honor and i...

  • Young Republicans elect leaders at state convention

    Staff Writer|Jun 1, 2025

    The Young Republican Federation of Alabama recently held their state convention in Homewood. Among the many items of business covered was election of officers. Most of last year's officers were re-elected for a second year of service. Stephanie Petelos Nabavian was unanimously re-elected as chair. Nate Butler was re-elected as Vice Chair. Jared Downing was re-elected as National Committeeman. Gracie Overstreet was re-elected as National Committeewoman. Eric Lee was re-elected as Treasurer....

  • Southern Gardening - Potpourri for June

    Judge Peggy Givhan|Jun 1, 2025

    In June, does everyone know that we have 2 State holidays: Monday, June 2-Jefferson Davis' birthday and Thursday, June 19-Juneteenth. I always say that the more holidays there are, the more time for getting out in our gardens. June is a busy month for the gardener. We need to pull out the spent pansies and dianthus, cut back the spring bulb leaves that you have allowed to die back, weed, purchase the new annuals or perennials to fill in the vacant areas and add more soil to the beds. If you did...

  • "Forgive & Release"

    Trisston Wright Burrows|Jun 1, 2025

    Sometimes, the most godly thing you can do after forgiving someone is to leave the relationship….to no longer allow that person to be in your life or let them influence or impact you. You do know that this is biblical, right? Jesus left people. The rich young ruler came to Him. Jesus told the rich young ruler to sell everything he had and give it to the poor. The rich young ruler couldn't do it. So Jesus said He looked at him and loved him and let him go on his way. As a result, it's not u...

  • I UNDERSTAND THERE ARE ABOUT A QUARTER MILLION BIRTHRIGHT BABIES BORN PER YEAR TO ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS.

    Ron Holtsford|Jun 1, 2025

    There are from what I currently see, three cases collectively brought together that for the purposes of this article we will call DONALD J.TRUMP, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, ET AL. v. CASA, INC., ET AL. President Trump issued an Executive Order on the first day of his current Presidential term ending birthright citizenship to those in which both parents are illegal immigrants. There may well be a clarified case name and maybe an opinion by the time you read this article so we will see how...

  • The Big Beautiful Bill is a Beautiful Start Let's Get it Passed

    Perry O Hooper Jr|Jun 1, 2025

    THE VIEWS OF SUBMITTED EDITORIALS MAY NOT BE THE EXPRESS VIEWS OF THE ALABAMA GAZETTE....

  • The Hypocritical Musk Haters

    John Martin|Jun 1, 2025

    There is no doubt that Elon Musk is the world’s wealthiest man. He is also the smartest and the greatest entrepreneur. And unlike his rivals who have a bent toward propriatory monopolization, he is willing to share his technology with others for the benefit of mankind and civilized society. One of his biggest successes is the development of efficient electric vehicles that are capable of drastically reducing the toxic emissions that the radical leftists and “environmental wackos” have been...

  • OUTDOOR TRUTHS

    Gary Miller|Jun 1, 2025

    I’ve never been much for hiking even though some of my friends love it. And I feel the same way about camping. I’ve often said if I’m camping, there needs to be a hunting or fishing trip involved somewhere. Otherwise, I would prefer a weekend getaway in a condo and breakfast at Cracker Barrel. That idea goes for hiking as well. When I walk through the woods, I can’t help but continually scout for signs of animals I may want to hunt. I can’t imagine just walking through the woods to get to a...

  • Measuring Victory at the End of the War

    Justice Will Sellers|Jun 1, 2025

    World War II ended in Europe 80 years ago, but without obtaining its stated objective. The cause of the war — the sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence of Poland — went unrealized. Poland had merely traded Nazi occupation for Russian domination. For all the high-minded conjecture about a safer, more secure world, the fate of Poland was completely lost in the shuffle. The future peace and stability of a new world order sacrificed Poland to the Soviet sphere of influence. Even bef...

  • Special Veterans Celebrating Centenarian Birthdays

    Martha Poole Simmons|Jun 1, 2025

    Brigadier General Marvin Kent Speigner served 35 years in the U.S. Army including service in the Pacific Theater during WWII. His article was published in the April 2020 issue of the AL Gazette. He will celebrate his 102nd birthday June 10, 2025. Sergeant First Class James Owen Dozier served four years in the U.S. Army and four years in the U.S. Army Reserve including combat during the liberation of Europe during WWII. His article was published in the July 2022 issue of the AL Gazette. He will...

  • When Duty Calls: Art Exhibition

    Martha Poole Simmons|Jun 1, 2025

    A visual art exhibition celebrating National Armed Forces Day was held at Montgomery’s Court Square Performance Park on Saturday, May 17th. Anthony Thomas, an artist who is the founder and operator of Urban Dream Fine Arts Center at 3680 S. Court Street, Montgomery, AL 36105, set up the exhibition. Art was exhibited by the artists, Anthony Thomas, Aneshia Turner, Michael Reilly and Shawanda C. STAR Peaces. Thomas states, ”The military community is a major component to Montgomery’s social struc...

  • Central AL Veterans Health Care System's Memorial Day Inter-Faith Service

    Martha Poole Simmons|Jun 1, 2025

    Inter-Faith Memorial Day Service was held May 23, 2025 at the site of the Central AL Veterans Health Care ServIce (CAVHCS) in Montgomery. Fourteen veterans from the central AL area were memorialized. The following veterans' names were called, and a member of each veterans' family was presented with a certificate by Mr. Amir Farooqi, FACHE, CAVHCS Director: 1. Ronald Archie, Sr. 2. Jesse Barnes 3. Hanry Brooks, Jr. 4. Eric Patrick Bell 5. Edna R. Cureton 6. Romay Catherine Davis 7. Carl Williams...

  • Game Day for Heroes

    Jun 1, 2025

    The Game Day for Heroes Mike McKeen Veterans Memorial Golf Tournament was held May 26, 2025 at the Emerald Mountain Golf Club in Elmore County. Eighteen teams of four players each participated. Twenty-five volunteers were led by the organizer, Jay Bybee. Funds totaling $8500.00 were raised to assist veterans as they transition into successful civilian lives and to assist Boy Scout No. 8 with its Eagle Scout project to buy a new trailer for Game Day for Veteran Heroes events. American Legion...

  • Col Olen "Francis" Scott Key: Age 71

    Martha Poole Simmons|Jun 1, 2025

    Col Olen “Francis” Scott Key served 30 years in the U.S. Air Force. His Air Force Service Code (AFSC) was Pilot, and he retired as a Command Pilot with over 4,000 hours in the T-37, T-38, C-141, KC-135 and T-1. His service medals and citations include the Legion of Merit, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal with six Oak Leaf Clusters, Air Medal, Aerial Achievement Medal and numerous campaign medals. Col Key was born May 29, 1954 to Bill and Billie Key, in Memphis, TN,...

  • Townsend Detachment #920 Marine Corps League Places American Flags on Graves of Marine Veterans

    Martha Poole Simmons|Jun 1, 2025

    The United States flag is one of the most significant symbols of Memorial Day representing freedom, sacrifice and remembrance. Twenty-two members of the Townsend Detachment #920 Marine Corps League, family members and friends placed over 400 flags on the graves of Marine Corps veterans at the Heritage, Greenwood, Eastwood Memorial. Montgomery Memorial and Gilmer Cemeteries in Montgomery on May 24, 2025 honoring deceased Marines. In addition, on Memorial Day, May 26, 2025, flags were also placed...

  • Chief Master Sergeant Lanny Donald McAndrew: Age: 82

    Martha Poole Simmons|Jun 1, 2025

    Chief Master Sergeant (CMSGT) Lanny Donald McAndrew served 27.5 years in the U.S. Air Force. His Air Force Service Code (AFSC) included Personnel Technician, Personnel Superintendent. First Sergeant and Senior Enlisted Advisor. He received the following decorations, medals, badges, and campaign ribbons: Meritorious Service Medal with three Oak Leaf Clusters, Joint Service Commendation Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal with three Oak Leaf Clusters, Air Force Achievement Medal, Air Force...

  • Veterans June Birthdays

    Martha Poole Simmons|Jun 1, 2025

    James Dozier……………….June 2nd Julie M. Harris………………June 3rd Jeffrey Mathews……...........June 3rd Pete “Jiggs” Bowdoin..........June 7th Travis Parker……………….June 8th Maxine Mullins……………..June 10th Doris Cobb Norris………….June 10th Marvin Kent Speigner……..June 10th Lamont D. Pack……………June 16th Seth Edward Maggard……June18th Stefan Eisen……………….June 19th Ronald Urquhart…………..June 23rd Willam E. DePoorter……...June 24th John M. Vickery…………...June 24th James L. Berdeaux……….June...

  • Gunnery Sergeant Michael Martin Vicente: Age 48

    Martha Poole Simmons|Jun 1, 2025

    Gunnery Sergeant (GySgt) Michael Martin Vicente served 20 years in the U.S. Marine Corps. His Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) was Helicopter Crew Chief. He received the following medals, decorations, ribbons and citations: Air Medal-Strike/Flight (7), Joint Service Achievement Medal, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (3), Presidential Unit Citation-Navy, Navy Unit Commendation, Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation, Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal (6), National Defense Service Medal,...

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