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  • Alabama DHR Contract Worker Charged in Death of Bessemer Toddler Left in Hot Car

    A.I. generated content|Aug 1, 2025

    A contract worker for the Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) has been charged in the tragic death of a 3-year-old foster child from Bessemer, who was left inside a hot vehicle for hours on July 22, 2025. According to the Jefferson County District Attorney's Office, 54-year-old Kela Stanford faces one count of leaving a child or incapacitated person unattended in a motor vehicle resulting in serious physical injury-a Class B felony that carries a potential sentence of two to 20 years in...

  • ADCNR Announces New Shooting Sports Opportunity The John H. Wallace Pistol Challenge

    AL Dept of Conservation and Natural Resources|Aug 1, 2025

    The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) announces a new shooting sports event series that will take place at four ADCNR public shooting ranges starting in August 2025. The first event in the John H. Wallace Pistol Challenge will run from 8 a.m. until noon at the Etowah Public Shooting Range on Saturday, August 9. The range is located approximately 5 miles north of Gadsden, Alabama, on Owl's Hollow Road in Etowah County. "The John H. Wallace Pistol Challenge is the...

  • How much house $1 million buys you in Tuscaloosa

    Stacker|Aug 1, 2025

    Konstantin L // Shutterstock How much house $1 million buys you in Tuscaloosa The number of American houses worth $1 million is at an all-time high, as home prices continue to hit new records. While million-dollar homes are out of reach for the vast majority of Americans, they are no longer just being bought and sold by the ultra-wealthy. In San Francisco, the median-priced home sells for more than $1.6 million – far above the national median of $441,000. Meanwhile, in Detroit, $1 million l...

  • How much house $1 million buys you in Florence

    Stacker|Aug 1, 2025

    Arina P Habich // Shutterstock How much house $1 million buys you in Florence The number of American houses worth $1 million is at an all-time high, as home prices continue to hit new records. While million-dollar homes are out of reach for the vast majority of Americans, they are no longer just being bought and sold by the ultra-wealthy. In San Francisco, the median-priced home sells for more than $1.6 million – far above the national median of $441,000. Meanwhile, in Detroit, $1 million l...

  • How much house $1 million buys you in Mobile

    Stacker|Aug 1, 2025

    scarp577 // Shutterstock How much house $1 million buys you in Mobile The number of American houses worth $1 million is at an all-time high, as home prices continue to hit new records. While million-dollar homes are out of reach for the vast majority of Americans, they are no longer just being bought and sold by the ultra-wealthy. In San Francisco, the median-priced home sells for more than $1.6 million – far above the national median of $441,000. Meanwhile, in Detroit, $1 million listings a...

  • How much house $1 million buys you in Daphne

    Stacker|Aug 1, 2025

    scarp577 // Shutterstock How much house $1 million buys you in Daphne The number of American houses worth $1 million is at an all-time high, as home prices continue to hit new records. While million-dollar homes are out of reach for the vast majority of Americans, they are no longer just being bought and sold by the ultra-wealthy. In San Francisco, the median-priced home sells for more than $1.6 million – far above the national median of $441,000. Meanwhile, in Detroit, $1 million listings a...

  • How much house $1 million buys you in Dothan

    Stacker|Aug 1, 2025

    Konstantin L // Shutterstock How much house $1 million buys you in Dothan The number of American houses worth $1 million is at an all-time high, as home prices continue to hit new records. While million-dollar homes are out of reach for the vast majority of Americans, they are no longer just being bought and sold by the ultra-wealthy. In San Francisco, the median-priced home sells for more than $1.6 million – far above the national median of $441,000. Meanwhile, in Detroit, $1 million listings a...

  • The Battle of Harlaw: Clash at the Edge of Empire - July 24, 1411

    A.I. generated content|Aug 1, 2025

    Introduction On July 24, 1411, the lush fields near Inverurie in Aberdeenshire turned into one of the bloodiest battlegrounds in Scottish medieval history. The Battle of Harlaw was more than a violent regional skirmish-it was a decisive moment that shaped the political future of the Scottish Highlands and Lowlands. Historical Context The conflict stemmed from a contested inheritance. The Lordship of the Isles, a semi-autonomous Gaelic-Norse domain in western Scotland, was ruled by Donald of...

  • Senator Katie Britt Discusses Epstein Files Transparency, Legislative Progress on ABC News Live

    A.I. generated content|Aug 1, 2025

    July 31, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) appeared on ABC News Live's "Prime with Linsey Davis" to address pressing national issues, including the push for transparency surrounding the Epstein files and the merits of the One Big Beautiful Bill. During her interview, Senator Britt emphasized the bipartisan momentum in Congress for providing the American public with answers about the high-profile Epstein case. "The Senate Appropriations Committee unanimously adopted an a...

  • Trump Sets Two-Week Ultimatum for Russia to End Ukraine War Amid Escalating Tensions

    A.I. generated content|Aug 1, 2025

    July 28, 2025 - TURNBERRY, SCOTLAND - In a dramatic shift in U.S. foreign policy, President Donald Trump announced Monday that Russia has "10 to 12 days" to agree to a ceasefire in its ongoing war against Ukraine or face sweeping sanctions and tariffs. The ultimatum, delivered during a press conference alongside British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at Trump Turnberry golf resort, marks a significant escalation in Trump's efforts to broker peace in Eastern Europe. The announcement shortens a...

  • How much house $1 million buys you in Auburn

    Stacker|Aug 1, 2025

    Volodymyr Kyrylyuk // Shutterstock How much house $1 million buys you in Auburn The number of American houses worth $1 million is at an all-time high, as home prices continue to hit new records. While million-dollar homes are out of reach for the vast majority of Americans, they are no longer just being bought and sold by the ultra-wealthy. In San Francisco, the median-priced home sells for more than $1.6 million – far above the national median of $441,000. Meanwhile, in Detroit, $1 million l...

  • Movies and TV shows casting in Huntsville

    Stacker, Backstage

    Grusho Anna // Shutterstock 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...

  • How much house $1 million buys you in Birmingham

    Stacker|Aug 1, 2025

    Arina P Habich // Shutterstock How much house $1 million buys you in Birmingham The number of American houses worth $1 million is at an all-time high, as home prices continue to hit new records. While million-dollar homes are out of reach for the vast majority of Americans, they are no longer just being bought and sold by the ultra-wealthy. In San Francisco, the median-priced home sells for more than $1.6 million – far above the national median of $441,000. Meanwhile, in Detroit, $1 million l...

  • How much house $1 million buys you in Gadsden

    Stacker|Aug 1, 2025

    Volodymyr Kyrylyuk // Shutterstock How much house $1 million buys you in Gadsden The number of American houses worth $1 million is at an all-time high, as home prices continue to hit new records. While million-dollar homes are out of reach for the vast majority of Americans, they are no longer just being bought and sold by the ultra-wealthy. In San Francisco, the median-priced home sells for more than $1.6 million – far above the national median of $441,000. Meanwhile, in Detroit, $1 million l...

  • These 10 states have the healthiest dogs

    Stacker, Dr. Lindsay Cassibry for Ollie|Aug 1, 2025

    These 10 states have the healthiest dogs A team of veterinarians and veterinary technicians reviews thousands of photos submitted through Ollie’s health screening service. That’s hundreds of dogs (and their stools) checked and scored for healthy digestion, weight, dental hygiene, and skin and coats. While the team zeroes in on the details of every dog’s screening, when they zoom out, they get a fuller picture of our dogs’ overall health, and interesting trends emerge. One such trend is the cor...

  • Biggest sources of immigrants to Alabama

    Stacker|Aug 1, 2025

    Biggest sources of immigrants to Alabama Over 14% of the United States population is composed of immigrants. But in reality, the vast majority of Americans today are here because of relatives who immigrated from other countries some time in the last several hundred years. And while the distinctive American culture and spirit is the result of blending many diverse cultures and histories, the United States has for centuries had an up-and-down relationship with immigration. Each era of immigration...

  • States where robocalls and spam texts are rising fastest

    Stacker, Scott Julewitz for PeopleFinders|Aug 1, 2025

    States where robocalls and spam texts are rising fastest Despite federal crackdowns and growing public awareness, robocalls and SMS spam are becoming increasingly common in certain parts of the country. Driven by evolving scam tactics and opportunistic targeting, certain states are experiencing an increase in unwanted call and text activity. But which states have it worse than others? And why? PeopleFinders shares what you need to know. The Big Picture: A Nationwide Problem In 2024, Americans...

  • Republican gubernatorial candidate Ken McFeeters joins the Heart of Dixie Podcast

    Brandon Moseley|Aug 1, 2025

    Republican gubernatorial candidate Ken McFeeters recently joined the Heart of Dixe Podcast to discuss his campaign for governor and the issues that he feels are confronting the state of Alabama moving forward. "There's three things that I'm really concerned with running for governor. It's farming, education, education, and medicine," McFeeters said. "Farming is the only way we can have independence." McFeeters discussed how he is concerned that Alabama has become reliant on other states for...

  • AG candidate Pamela Casey joins the Heart of Dixie Podcast

    Brandon Moseley|Aug 1, 2025

    Blount County District Attorney and Republican candidate for Attorney General Pamela Casey recently joined the Heart of Dixie Podcast with cohosts Brandon Moseley and Harry Still III. Casey was recently awarded the District Attorney of the Year award from the Alabama Association of District Attorneys.' "I used to kid that that I would never get that award and then I got it," said Casey. "I think it just goes back to a lot of work we've put in in our office prosecuting child sex crimes and...

  • REGISTRATION NOW OPEN 2025 FWC Seatrout Symposium

    Guest Writer, Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission|Aug 1, 2025

    July 31, 2025 - TALLAHASSEE, FL - The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is excited to announce that registration is now open for the 2025 Seatrout Symposium, taking place August 27, 2025, at the Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort in Daytona Beach, Florida. Event Registration This is a free, full-day event that is open to the public. Registration is required for each attendee. Space is limited, so we encourage early registration to secure your spot. Register now at...

  • Juandalynn Givan Launches Bold Campaign for Mayor of Birmingham

    A.I. generated content|Aug 1, 2025

    BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - State Representative Juandalynn Givan (D-60) has officially entered the race for Mayor of Birmingham, pledging to restore pride, safety, and opportunity across the Magic City. With the municipal election set for August 26, 2025, Givan becomes one of the first challengers to Mayor Randall Woodfin, joining a growing field of candidates seeking to lead Alabama's largest city. Standing in front of Birmingham City Hall on January 1, Givan declared, "It is time for change. It is...

  • UAH College of Business, Keel Point celebrate $100K collaboration, welcome returning professor

    Anne Marie Martin, UAH editor and writer|Aug 1, 2025

    July 31, 2025 - HUNTSVILLE, AL. – The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) College of Business and Keel Point, an independent wealth advisory firm, recently celebrated the start of their new $100,000 collaboration – the Keel Point Professorship in Family Wealth – and welcomed the return to UAH of the professor who will fill that role, Dr. Frank Mullins. UAH and Keel Point representatives described the significance of the partnership during a check presentation ceremony on July 9 at the B...

  • Harper Lee's "The Land of Sweet Forever" Now Available for Pre-Order

    Luisa Reyes|Aug 1, 2025

    While Alabama's Harper Lee will always be known for her seminal work, "To Kill A Mockingbird" which has been translated to the stage and screen with top actors such as Gregory Peck, with her passing in 2016, new works of hers that were previously unpublished are coming to light. Such as "Go Set A Watchman", which was a sequel to "To Kill A Mockingbird" that was written prior to "To Kill A Mockingbird", which was published in July of 2015. The Monroeville, Alabama native received the Presidential...

  • Movies and TV shows casting in Birmingham

    Stacker, Backstage

    Media_Photos // Shutterstock 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...

  • Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall Champions Expansion of Death Penalty for Child Rape

    A.I. generated content|Aug 1, 2025

    July 31, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – The debate over the death penalty is intensifying in Alabama as Attorney General Steve Marshall has thrown his public support behind legislation that would permit capital punishment for those convicted of raping or sodomizing children under the age of twelve. The proposal, which has gained renewed urgency after a high-profile child exploitation case, would mark a significant expansion of the death penalty in a state already known for its tough-on-crime stance. B...

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