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In a dramatic escalation of U.S. pressure on Venezuela, the Trump administration has announced a record-breaking $50 million reward for information leading to the arrest of President Nicolás Maduro, accusing him of being one of the world's most prolific narco-traffickers and a direct threat to American national security. Background: A Long Trail of Indictments Maduro was first indicted in March 2020 during Donald Trump's first term, facing federal charges in the Southern District of New York...
August 14, 2025 – OXFORD, AL – Businessman and cattleman Rodney Walker launched his campaign for U.S. Senate with a barbecue at Hubbard's on Main restaurant in historic downtown Oxford. Walker announced that he was running as a Republican for the open U.S. Senate seat to a capacity crowd that enjoyed good food, fellowship, and live music from a country western band. "My name is Rodney Walker, and I'm a Republican businessman running for the United States Senate," said Walker. "I'm a hus...
In radical times of political change the next generation steps forward not timidly, not apologetically, but with the confidence, vision, and toughness to carry the cause to new heights. In my lifetime, I've seen Alabama produce giants of the conservative movement, Senator Jeremiah Denton, Congressman Bill Dickinson, Governor Fob James, and most recently Senators Tommy Tuberville and Katie Britt. We are witnessing the early chapters of two new names that will join that storied list: Emory Cox...
August 15, 2025 - MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Friday signed a proclamation to set special election dates for Alabama House District 38. This seat was previously held by Rep. Debbie Wood. Governor Ivey set the special primary election for Tuesday, October 21, 2025; the special primary runoff, if necessary, for Tuesday, November 18, 2025; and the special general election for Tuesday, February 3, 2026. "Representative Debbie Wood has been a dedicated leader for the people of House District 38...
The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) is calling on qualified organizations across the state to help shift social norms around tobacco use and protect young Alabamians from nicotine addiction and secondhand smoke exposure. Through a new grant initiative, ADPH aims to fund up to nine projects that promote healthier community environments and empower youth with knowledge and tools to resist tobacco industry influence. Program Goals Successful applicants will be tasked with: • Promoting sm...
If you've traveled to Dauphin Island in the past two years, you've obviously noticed all the work that's ongoing along the Dauphin Island Causeway. Rows of riprap, piles of dredge material and heavy equipment dot the east side of the roadway for more than 3 miles. The Dauphin Island Causeway Shoreline Restoration Project is being done in three phases to enhance and protect the only access road from Dauphin Island to the Mobile County mainland. Phase 1 included building segmented breakwaters...
Florida's 2025 recreational bay scallop season is set to open August 16 in the Gulf County Zone, which includes all of St. Joseph Bay. The season will run through September 24, offering residents and visitors a chance to harvest these prized shellfish under regulated guidelines designed to protect marine habitats and ensure safety. Where You Can Harvest The Gulf County Zone covers all state waters from the Mexico Beach Canal in Bay County to the westernmost point of St. Vincent Island in Frankli...
August 14, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.), a member of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, joined her colleagues in advancing the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act through the Senate Committee on Appropriations. The bill will now be considered by the full Senate before heading to the U.S. House of Representatives. Senator Britt directly secured more than $28.63 million in Congressionally...
How much car can I afford? As if car shopping weren't challenging enough already, figuring out how much to spend on a car is a moving target even among financial experts. Some believe that, all combined, automotive expenses, including gas, insurance, car payments and maintenance, should not exceed 20% of your pretax monthly income. Other experts say that a vehicle that costs less than half of your annual take-home pay may be affordable. Some frugal personal finance gurus say you should spend no...
Ace the test: How to boost credit scores Every American knows how critical their credit score is. Or at least, they should. A high score unlocks a whole host of financial opportunities: Lower car payments, cheaper mortgages, or even approval for that new rental apartment or job you’ve been eyeing. But here’s something you may not know: Some parts of the country are doing better than others when it comes to boosting credit scores, reports Current, a consumer fintech banking platform. The fin...
Unlocking the benefits of affordable insurance Insurance is one of those financial products that often feels like a burden until you need it. Whether you are protecting your car, home, or personal belongings, having the right coverage in place can make the difference between a manageable situation and a financial disaster. But the word “affordable” often raises eyebrows. Does affordable insurance actually offer enough protection? Or does it just mean cutting corners? The good news is that aff...
muratart // 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 which...
Media_Photos // 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...
Monkey Business Images // Shutterstock Best private K-12 schools in the Birmingham metro area Stacker compiled a list of the best private K-12 schools in the Birmingham metro area using data from the Niche. Niche uses five weighted factors for its rankings: top colleges score, college enrollment, culture & diversity grade, parent / student surveys, and student teacher ratio. You can read more about the methodology here. GUNDAM_Ai // Shutterstock #15. Tabernacle Christian School - Location: Garde...
SeventyFour // Shutterstock Best private K-12 schools in the Huntsville metro area Stacker compiled a list of the best private K-12 schools in the Huntsville metro area using data from the Niche. Niche uses five weighted factors for its rankings: top colleges score, college enrollment, culture & diversity grade, parent / student surveys, and student teacher ratio. You can read more about the methodology here. DenisProduction.com // Shutterstock #13. Huntsville Christian Academy - Location:...
Gorodenkoff // Shutterstock Best private K-12 schools in the Mobile metro area Stacker compiled a list of the best private K-12 schools in the Mobile metro area using data from the Niche. Niche uses five weighted factors for its rankings: top colleges score, college enrollment, culture & diversity grade, parent / student surveys, and student teacher ratio. You can read more about the methodology here. Anna Jurkovska // Shutterstock #12. Central Christian School - Location: Robertsdale, AL -...
Roman Kosolapov // Shutterstock Best private K-12 schools in the Montgomery metro area Stacker compiled a list of the best private K-12 schools in the Montgomery metro area using data from the Niche. Niche uses five weighted factors for its rankings: top colleges score, college enrollment, culture & diversity grade, parent / student surveys, and student teacher ratio. You can read more about the methodology here. panitanphoto // Shutterstock #15. Lowndes Academy - Location: Lowndesboro, AL -...
