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Thursday, July 17, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Governor Kay Ivey today announced more than $3.7 million in state funding is being awarded to cities and counties for 12 road projects across Alabama, highlighting her ongoing commitment to enhancing Alabama's infrastructure. The grants are the second round of funding made available this year under the Alabama Department of Transportation's Annual Grant Program created by the Rebuild Alabama Act. The Rebuild Alabama Act, overwhelmingly passed by the L...
July 27, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - The provided text from "Marijuana Moment" highlights a growing disparity between the federal government's classification of marijuana and the increasing recognition of its medicinal properties. Despite the U.S. government maintaining cannabis as a Schedule I drug, signifying no accepted medical use, a USDA database explicitly describes it as "medicinal," and the Department of Health and Human Services has acknowledged its medical utility. The article also details...
With feature films like "Brokeback Mountain" directed by the Taiwanese born, Ang Lee, set in the days of the American Wild West, popular culture has seized upon that epoch in American history to infuse normalizing homosexuality in the popular American consciousness. And the latest installment in that motif is the reality show, "Back to the Frontier". A show that features families who live like American pioneer families did in the 1880s. What makes "Back to the Frontier" a big surprise for...
July 17, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville has received a pivotal endorsement in his campaign for Alabama governor, with the Alabama Farmers Federation announcing unanimous support through its political arm, Alabama FarmPAC. Federation President Jimmy Parnell said the endorsement reflects Tuberville's consistent advocacy for agriculture and his alignment with rural values. "The Farmers Federation was among the first groups Coach Tuberville met with when deciding to run for Se...
July 17, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Reps. Robert Aderholt (R-AL), Jared Moskowitz (D-FL), Jimmy Panetta (D-CA), and Ryan Zinke (R-MT) introduced the Accelerate Revenue for Manufacturing and Sales (ARMS) Act, a bipartisan proposal to expedite the delivery of U.S.-made critical defense capabilities to allies and partners, by expanding the Special Defense Acquisition Fund (SDAF). "This bipartisan bill will help ensure that America's allies and partners can receive critical defense e...
The scoop on America’s ice cream preferences , according to Instacart When the summer heat peaks, Americans turn to a beloved classic to stay cool: ice cream. As a toast to National Ice Cream Day on July 20, Instacart has got the scoop on how people satisfy their sweet tooth during the hottest months of the year. America’s Most Popular Scoops Call it plain or call it a classic, but Vanilla continues its reign as America’s most-ordered ice cream flavor on Instacart in summer 2024. In fact, Vanil...
Bitcoin (BTC) price prediction 2025, 2030 and 2035: July 2025 report For its June bitcoin (BTC) survey, Finder.com analyzed expert predictions from a panel of 24 crypto industry specialists who shared their thoughts on how bitcoin will perform through 2035. All prices in this report are denominated in U.S. dollars. On average, the panelists think bitcoin (BTC) will be worth $145,167 by the end of 2025, up from the $135,048 predicted in our April 2025 report. Looking further ahead, they see the p...
Trump's ‘Big Beautiful Bill’: The complete tax guide for high-income earners The "Big Beautiful Bill" fundamentally reshapes the tax landscape for high-income earners. The estate tax exemption jumps to $15 million per person, state and local tax deductions quadruple to $40,000 with income limits, and qualified small business stock benefits expand with graduated exclusions starting at just three years. These changes represent major potential tax savings—but only if you take advantage of all t...
Smartphone security: Protecting your digital identity in 2025 In 2025, your smartphone is so much more than just a communication device. It's your bank, your doctor, your ID, your camera, your travel assistant, and your memory keeper. It stores everything from your fingerprint to your location history to sensitive financial data. And as its value increases, so do the risks. Cyberattacks targeting smartphones have surged dramatically. According to Kaspersky, Trojan banker smartphone attacks rose...
July 17, 2025 - Rambo is a ten-year old ShihTzu & Gorilla is a nine-year-old male Chihuahua that must be adopted together. They came to us when their owner could no longer care for them. Both are very chunky boys as Rambo is 28 lbs & Gorilla is 18 lbs. Both are very, very sweet and deserve lot of loving (and some more exercise) for the 2nd half of their lives. They are good with other dogs but Gorilla does get very jealous of other dogs (except for Rambo) getting any attention. They do bark at...
July 16, 2025 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall (R) has raised over $406,000 in the first month of his 2026 U.S. Senate campaign – more than both of his GOP rivals combined according to his FEC filing. Marshall has raised $391,318 from individual contributions. He also raised $15,000 from three PACs. Marshall reports $23,364 in total spending, with $13,364 going towards his campaign's operating expenses. Marshall's campaign emphasized that 87% of his donations came...
July 17, 2025 -ALABAMA - The article from Marijuana Moment, published on July 14, 2025, reports on a GOP-controlled House committee's new spending bill that aims to prevent the Justice Department from rescheduling or descheduling marijuana. While blocking rescheduling efforts, the bill notably retains a provision protecting state medical cannabis programs from federal interference, though with new language allowing for enhanced penalties near schools and parks. This legislative move comes as...
July 16, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Saunders Real Estate, a top land and commercial real estate brokerage firm with more than 30 years of experience across the Southeastern United States, is deepening its presence in Alabama with the opening of a new Montgomery office, led by new Managing Director Hoke Smith. The firm has held its Alabama brokerage license since 2022 and is expanding its on-the-ground operations to better serve buyers and sellers of agricultural land, timberland, recreational l...
July 17, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - The Alabama Republican Party is proud to announce that Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Whatley will serve as the keynote speaker for its 2025 Summer Dinner. The event will take place on Friday, August 1, 2025, at the Renaissance Montgomery at the Convention Center, located at 201 Tallapoosa Street, Montgomery, AL 36104. A reception will begin at 6:00 p.m., with the dinner to follow at 7:00 p.m. Chairman Whatley, re-elected earlier this year as the...
July 17, 2025 – CULLMAN, AL – In House District 12 third place finisher Heather Doyle has endorsed first place finisher Cindy Myrex in the special Republican primary runoff against Clint Hollingsworth. Myrex finished just a handful of votes shy of winning the HD12 GOP primary outright on Tuesday. Heather Doyle received 150 votes - 3.51%. Hollingsworth had 1,848 votes - 43.24%. Dan McWhorter received 147 votes - 3.44%. Cindy Myrex got 2,090 votes - 49.81%. Heather Doyle's campaign released the...
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 ar...
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...
How solar attic fans offer relief from soaring energy costs in 2025 Cooling your home this summer will likely cost more than ever. Across the U.S., residential electricity bills are climbing fast, just as forecasters warn of another season of unrelenting heat. According to the National Energy Assistance Directors Association, the average American household is expected to pay $784 to stay cool between June and September. That’s a record high, up nearly 14% since 2020. For families already s...
July 15, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – The House Armed Services Committee passed a bipartisan version of H.R. 3838, the Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26 SPEED and NDAA). Congressman Mike Rogers (R-Saks) is the chairman of the committee. He released a statement praising the bipartisan vote. or decades, American deterrence has protected our homeland and been a powerful force for peace," said Chairman R...
July 16, 2025 - TUSCALOOSA, AL - On Wednesday, Alabama State Senator Gerald Allen today officially announced his candidacy for reelection to the Alabama State Senate, pledging to continue championing the values and priorities of West Alabama. A lifelong conservative and dedicated public servant, Sen. Allen reaffirmed his commitment to growing Alabama's economy, defending conservative principles, and delivering strong, effective leadership for the communities he serves. "I'm running for reelectio...
Best US neighborhoods for families with young kids based on safety and school proximity Where your family lives shapes more than your daily routine. For families with young kids, neighborhood conditions can influence everything from school performance to long-term health and well-being. Two factors consistently rise to the top of the list when families consider a move: safety and proximity to schools. Find a Neighborhood analyzed neighborhoods across the U.S. to find areas where these two...
Why new-home prices are falling in summer 2025 – and where buyers can find deals now For home shoppers holding out for better prices, now might be the time to start looking. Prices in many of the country’s most popular markets — including markets in Florida, California, and Texas — have fallen significantly, reports NewHomeSource. “New-home prices can come down for one of two reasons,” says Ali Wolf, chief economist for NewHomeSource. See More: The 2025 housing market: What it means for new hom...
It's been one year since the unthinkable nearly happened. One year since an assassin tried to kill Donald J. Trump-now the 47th President of the United States-and nearly succeeded. One year since a rooftop sniper, in broad daylight, nearly altered the course of history with a single bullet. And one year since the American people, horrified by the failure of their own government to protect him, came roaring back louder, stronger, and more determined than ever. That day-July 13, 2024-was supposed...
July 16, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) Board Chairman John Wahl announced that he has issued a formal letter to public library directors across the state. In the letter he informed them that the APLS Board will stand behind President Trump's executive order banning the use of federal funds to promote gender ideology. In the letter, Wahl notified local libraries that, in order to remain eligible for federal grants administered by APLS, they must bring their o...
July 16, 2025 - BALDWIN COUNTY, AL - 68 Ventures, a major real estate development firm headquartered in Daphne, is facing renewed scrutiny as allegations of political favoritism and undue influence swirl around its land deals, campaign donations, and legal battles with local governments. The controversy intensified after Republican gubernatorial candidate Ken McFeeters accused 68 Ventures CEO Nathan Cox of manipulating Baldwin County politics through strategic donations and backroom dealings....
