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June `9, 2025 - BIRMINGHAM, AL - State Senator Merika Coleman (D-Pleasant Grove) is proud to announce that she has successfully secured an additional $325,000 in the 2025–2026 Alabama State Budgets to support Phase 2 of the Willie Mays Park rehabilitation project in Fairfield. This latest investment builds on her previously announced $50,000 Jefferson County Community Service grant and reflects her continued commitment to honoring the legacy of Alabama native and baseball icon, Willie Mays. "...
June 16, 2025 - The Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) has named Edward F. Poolos as the new director, replacing longtime Director Lance LeFleur who retired earlier this year. Poolos is presently the deputy commissioner of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. The commission voted to appoint Poolos after interviewing four finalists for the director's job during its Friday public meeting. The other finalists were Anthony Scott Hughes, chief of the Field...
June 19, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - Several staff members from the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources' (ADCNR) Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) and State Parks divisions are newly certified instructors in one of the fastest-rising activities on our abundant waterways - paddle sports. With funding from the Alabama Conservation and Natural Resources Foundation, including donations from Academy Sports + Outdoors, Andrea White of Georgia Rivers was enlisted to teach the...
June 16, 2025 - WETUMPKA, AL - Herbie is a 1 ½-year old male, 55 lbs. He came to the shelter as a stray and was never reclaimed. Herbie is a higher energy boy, loves to romp and play. He is very loving and will demand attention from you. Good with other dogs, walks well on a leash and takes treats gently. The Elmore County Humane Society adoption fees are only $100 for dogs and just $50 for cats under one-year-old. Cats over one-year-old can be adopted by approved adopters for a fee of...
June 19, 2025 - There will be only two business days - Friday and Monday to qualify for the HD63 Special Election The Alabama Republican Party announces the opening of candidate qualifying for the special election in State House District 63. Qualifying will begin on Friday, June 20, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. CDT and will close on Monday, June 23, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. CDT. Individuals interested in running for the Republican nomination may qualify online at www.algop.org or in person at ALGOP...
How to deal with debt collectors When you owe money, it's not unusual for your debt to be assigned to a debt collector. Once that happens, debt collectors might start contacting you on a regular basis in an effort to get paid. But dealing with debt collectors can be very stressful. Some debt collectors might use intimidating tactics to try to get you to pay your debts when you can’t afford to. And worse yet, you may get contacted by debt collectors for money you don't even owe. That’s why it...
Romance scams: Hearts broken, wallets emptied Romance scams are emotional cons disguised as love stories. Scammers build fake online relationships to manipulate people into sending money, gifts, or sensitive information. These schemes don't just break hearts; they drain bank accounts. And they're more common than you might think. In 2023 alone, the Federal Trade Commission reported that Americans lost an estimated $1.14 billion to romance scams, which shows how widespread and damaging these...
1 worst states to be a landlord (avoid these risky markets) Juggling uncooperative tenants, costly repairs, and looming vacancies is a fast-track recipe for burnout. And in the worst states to be a landlord, strict regulations serve a dish that’s hard to swallow. To help you steer clear of risky rental markets, TurboTenant analyzed key legal and financial factors, like steep property tax rates, strict rent control laws, and clogged eviction courts. Based on these findings, here are 10 states w...
Canva Movies and TV shows casting in Birmingham The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV shows...
Canva Movies and TV shows casting in Huntsville The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV shows...
Examining the safety of self-driving technology Waymo has announced plans to test self-driving cars in 10 more U.S. cities, including San Diego and Las Vegas, in 2025. After years of slow progress and technical roadblocks, this expansion signals that autonomous vehicle (AV) technology is finally gaining ground. But not everyone's on board. A recent AAA survey revealed that 6 in 10 U.S. drivers are scared to ride in a self-driving car. This fear is holding back adoption, even as companies like...
Which sports drive the most wagers? Sports betting has transformed from a niche hobby into a nearly $1 trillion global phenomenon, thanks to online betting sites, live odds, and a cultural shift that integrates wagering into the sports-viewing experience. Sports betting is now mainstream entertainment across the world. However, not all sports are equal when it comes to betting handle. Which sports lead the pack in total wagers? When does betting activity spike? And why do certain events seem...
Support for renewables shrinks as fossil fuel interest grows Republicans and Democrats alike are less likely to support renewable energy than they were five years ago, according to a survey released June 5 by the Pew Research Center. Floodlight examines the survey results, which mirror growing pockets of opposition to solar farms, reignited political support for coal plants and moves by President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans to kill federally funded clean energy projects. This...
June 21, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – President Donald J. Trump (R) addressed the nation to announce that the U.S. has launched devastating attacks on three Iranian nuclear sites. The U.S. Air Force used B2 stealth bombers armed with bunker buster ordinance to penetrate the hardened bunkers protecting the Iranian nuclear enrichment facilities. Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL03) is the Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee. "The President made the correct decision to strike Iran's n...
President Trump Did What He Had to Do—He Took Out Iran’s Nuclear Threat Let me be absolutely clear: President Donald J. Trump did what any real Commander- in-Chief must do when faced with a direct threat to American security and the safety of our allies. He acted. And he acted decisively. The strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities were not just a show of strength—they were a message. A message to Tehran, to their terrorist proxies, and to the world: The United States will not sit idly by while t...
On June 22, 1945, after nearly three months of brutal combat, the Battle of Okinawa-the final and bloodiest land battle of the Pacific Theater in World War II-came to a close. The organized resistance of the Imperial Japanese Army collapsed in the Mabuni area, located on the southern tip of Okinawa's main island, marking a pivotal moment in the war's final chapter. A Prolonged and Devastating Campaign Launched on April 1, 1945, the Allied invasion of Okinawa was part of Operation Iceberg, a...
Love your job? You’re more likely to be a manager Nearly three-quarters of U.S. workers say they love or like their jobs, according to a new YouGov survey that explores how Americans feel about their work. However, this overall positive sentiment masks significant differences across demographics, job types, and industries. Donut chart showing how many people like their job on a scale of hate to love. YouGov The YouGov study, Employment enjoyment: U.S. job satisfaction report 2025, explores h...
Renting vs. buying: How housing costs compare across America The cost of housing isn’t just limited to the price tag of your monthly rent or the cost of financing the purchase price of your home. On the rental side, the cost of utilities can add a consistent, considerable amount to your costs. For homeowners, mortgage costs are padded not only by utilities but homeowners’ insurance, property taxes and maintenance costs. These hidden costs can add up and change the dynamics of trade-offs between...
Future-proof your body: Beginner biohacks that could add years If you’ve paid attention to health and wellness culture, you’ve likely encountered the word “biohacking” at least once. The term can mean different things to different people, but the gist is this: Making small but strategic tweaks to your health to help you live a longer, healthier life. For some, “biohacking” is all about tech, with an emphasis on data, wearables like Whoop or the Oura Ring, and specialized equipment like sleep-...
(Huntsville, Ala.) – Attorney General Steve Marshall announced today the conviction and life sentence of Reginald Eugene Scott, 45, of Huntsville, Alabama for Trafficking in Cocaine. Based upon the evidence, Scott was a leader and organizer of a wide-ranging drug trafficking organization with ties to criminal elements throughout the southeast. And, over the course of the investigation, law enforcement recovered numerous firearms related to drug trafficking. Scott pleaded guilty to one count o...
On June 23, 2025, Iran launched at least six ballistic missiles targeting Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, marking a dramatic escalation in the ongoing conflict between Iran and the United States. The attack was widely seen as retaliation for U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities just days earlier. The Attack and Immediate Response Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed responsibility for the strike, describing it as a "devastating and powerful missile attack" against what...
