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High mortgage rates are still impacting home sales in 2025 Spring usually brings with it open houses, moving vans and new mortgages. But for many would-be homebuyers, this year’s homebuying season felt more like Groundhog Day. Ever since interest rates for mortgages climbed from 3% following the COVID-19 pandemic to over 6% starting in late 2022, home sales in the U.S. have cooled to a level not seen in decades. Over the past 30 years, it's been typical for more than 5 million homes to change h...
June 20, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall today announced the application process for the 2025 Alabama Safe Schools Initiative Awards. These awards provide the opportunity to identify and recognize excellence and current trends in school safety throughout the state. The deadline to file an application is Friday, August 15, 2025. "There is nothing more important than protecting the health and safety of our children, especially while they are in school. As the key st...
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...
June 27. 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - The Marine Resources Division (MRD) of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) has made the following changes to the state's saltwater fish creel, bag, possession and size limits (regulation 220-3-.30). These regulation changes were approved by the Conservation Advisory Board at their May meeting and signed by ADCNR Commissioner Chris Blankenship on June 17, 2025. "The changes were made to balance the need to conserve our saltwater...
June 30, 1936 – Geneva, Switzerland - In one of the most powerful and prophetic speeches of the 20th century, Emperor Haile Selassie I of Ethiopia stood before the League of Nations on this day in 1936 to plead for justice and international solidarity in the face of Italy's brutal invasion of his country. His address, delivered in Geneva to a packed assembly of diplomats and journalists, was not only a desperate appeal for aid but also a searing indictment of global inaction in the face of f...
June 24, 2025 – WASHINGTON, D.C. - President Donald J. Trump (R) announced a tenuous ceasefire between Iran and Israel bringing at least a temporary halt to nearly two weeks of intense military conflict that drew in the United States and had some more hyperbolic pundits even warning of World War III. On June 21, 2025 President Trump addressed the nation to announce that the U.S. had launched devastating attacks on three Iranian nuclear sites. The U.S. Air Force used B2 stealth bombers to drop 1...
June 27, 2025 - TALLAHASSEE, FL - The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is preparing to implement a new law aimed at strengthening vessel accountability and enhancing protections for Florida's waterways. Senate Bill 164, signed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis on June 19, will go into effect on July 1, 2025. This legislation is designed to help reduce the number of at-risk and derelict vessels across the state and improve enforcement tools for FWC officers and partner...
The 2025 Job Fair will be held at the McDonald Hughes Community Center on Thursday, July 31 Tuscaloosa, AL – Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) announced that she will host her 14th Annual Job Fair at the McDonald Hughes Community Center in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. The event will take place on Thursday, July 31 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. It will bring together employers from across Alabama who are looking to fill open positions. "Every Alabamian deserves a fair shot at getting ahead, and t...
President Donald J. Trump Earned the Nobel Peace Prize The Nobel Peace Prize has a rare chance to redeem its reputation-and it must begin by honoring the only world leader who has actually earned it: President Donald J. Trump. In an age of growing conflict and global uncertainty, Trump delivered something rare: peace through strength. Not once, but twice. Not in theory, but in the real world where lives hang in the balance and leadership matters most. The Iran–Israel Ceasefire: A Strategic T...
Just when you think no one could be that clueless, Tommy Tuberville opens his mouth and proves us all wrong. His recent “inner city rats” comments don’t just confirm he’s running on ignorance—they show he’s missing the real issue entirely. Yes, there’s a crisis in our inner cities: generational poverty that traps families for decades. But it’s not because of the people living there—it’s because of the policies cooked up in Washington, D.C., and the garbage peddled by the media and entertain...
June 26, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville has secured a major endorsement in his 2026 gubernatorial bid, with the Alabama Forestry Association (AFA) announcing its support for the former Auburn football coach and current senator. The endorsement adds to Tuberville's growing list of backers as he positions himself as the frontrunner in the Republican primary. In a statement released Thursday, AFA President and CEO Chris Isaacson praised Tuberville's record in the U.S....
What the U.S. can learn from Japan’s experience with an aging population The U.S. population is older than ever, and that trend is accelerating. As baby boomers age and birth rates decline, the country is heading toward a demographic reality that Japan has been grappling with for decades. In Japan, more than one in 10 people is now over the age of 80, and nearly a third of the population is over 65. This marks a dramatic shift that has reshaped healthcare, the economy, city infrastructure, a...
7 ways to get free or low-cost health insurance Health insurance can be costly. First, you pay premiums for coverage for medical care and prescription medication. Then you often face out-of-pocket costs when you access care. These expenses may include deductibles, copays, and coinsurance. But having health insurance can reduce what you pay when you need care because of cost sharing and negotiated rates for services. If you qualify for certain government health insurance programs, an Affordable...
Doctor using computer in clinic. DC Studio // Shutterstock Why the health care industry is one of the biggest cybercrime targets A wealth of information, including Social Security numbers, birth dates, and health insurance details; a reliance on systems connected to the internet; and weak protections. It's easy to see why health care institutions are such enticing targets for hackers, and they are rising to the challenge. With that in mind, Free NPI Lookup examined data from the Department of...
The summer of saying “no”: How to protect your peace (and still have fun) Summer arrives with a promise of freedom and fun, but for many, it delivers something else entirely: a packed calendar that leaves us feeling more exhausted than excited. Between BBQ invitations, beach trips, wedding season, and endless outdoor events, the season of relaxation can quickly become the season of overwhelm. If you've ever found yourself dreading another social invitation, you're not alone. The pressure to mak...
This week is the 65th anniversary of the NASA Marshall Space Flight Center. On July 1, 1960, one of NASA’s most important facilities was established in Huntsville, Alabama. In the decades since, Marshall has been at the forefront of the Nation's exploration of space. From landing on the Moon to the work to now send astronauts to Mars, Alabama has had a front row seat to the United States leading the world in the travel to space. Most importantly, NASA continues to rely on Marshall for r...
July 1, 2025 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Senate finally passed the Big Beautiful Bill Act. U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) voted in favor of the bill He released the following statement following his "yes" vote on President Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill. "The road to Making America Great Again runs through the One Big Beautiful Bill," Sen. Tuberville said. "President Trump campaigned on popular policies like No Tax on Tips, No Tax on Overtime, and No Tax on Social Security - and...
July 1, 2025 - HOMEWOOD, AL - Longtime Community Leader Vows to Make "We Love Homewood" More Than a Day-A Way of Life Homewood, AL – The heart of Homewood beats a little stronger this election cycle as Kristin Williams, a stalwart community leader and passionate advocate for youth, officially launches her campaign for Homewood City Council, representing Ward 4. For many in the community, Williams' decision to run is not just a political announcement-it is a celebration of a life woven into H...
July 1, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) today voted to deliver the largest tax cut in history for working-class Americans. The Senate's reconciliation bill, which passed by a vote of 51-50, now heads to the U.S. House of Representatives before it's sent to President Trump's desk to be signed into law. "This pro-family bill delivers on the mandate the American people gave us on November 5, with huge wins that fulfill much of President Trump's and Senate Republicans'...
On July 1, 1863, the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia met the Union Amy of the Potomac at the town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. This was the second time that Confederate General Robert E. Lee invaded the Northern states. Lee hoped to defeat the Union army on Northern soil, in hopes that it would force the Lincoln administration to negotiate for peace. President Abraham Lincoln (R) had replaced Major General Joseph Hooker with Major General George G. Meade in late June. It was also becoming...
NASA has officially postponed its highly anticipated crewed missions to the Moon, citing technical challenges with the Orion spacecraft's heat shield. The Artemis II mission, originally slated for 2025, is now scheduled for April 2026, while Artemis III-the first planned crewed lunar landing since 1972-has been pushed to mid-2027. The delay stems from unexpected wear on the Orion capsule's heat shield during the uncrewed Artemis I mission in 2022. Engineers discovered that the shield's...
Jiri Hera // Shutterstock Top 5 uniquely popular potato chip brands in Alabama As backyard grills fire up and coolers get packed for long afternoons in the sun, the Fourth of July remains one of America's most festive and flavorful holidays. Instacart dug into purchase data from 2024 to compile the top 5 uniquely popular potato chip brands in Alabama. Instacart State-by-state chip contenders Chips are more than just a side — they're a Fourth of July staple. Whether paired with burgers, dips, o...
July 1, 2025 - BATON ROUGE, LA – July 1, 2025 - Jimmy Swaggart, the fiery Pentecostal preacher whose voice once echoed through millions of American homes and whose gospel music touched hearts around the world, died Tuesday morning at the age of 90. He passed away peacefully at a Louisiana hospital after suffering cardiac arrest on June 15, according to a statement from his family and the SonLife Broadcasting Network. Swaggart's death marks the end of an era in American religious broadcasting. F...
How can industrial facilities minimize downtime during equipment repairs? In industrial environments, downtime threatens productivity. It occurs when machinery is not operational, halting production. Sometimes, downtime is unexpected. Other times, it’s planned for routine maintenance. Whatever the reason, outages can significantly impact your facility’s production, deadlines and safety. Manufacturing operations can improve profits by minimizing outages. This guide from Global Electronic Ser...
