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August 25, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL. - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) has confirmed the state's first case of measles in more than two decades, renewing calls for vigilance and vaccination amid rising global travel and declining immunization rates in some communities. According to ADPH, the infected child-under five years old and unvaccinated-contracted measles while traveling outside the United States. The child resides in North Alabama and did not attend daycare or school,...
As Moody, Alabama prepares for its 2025 municipal elections, the mayoral race is shaping up to be a pivotal moment for a city balancing rapid growth with small-town values. Incumbent Mayor David Howard faces challenger Nick Rutledge in what many residents see as a referendum on Moody's future direction. A City at a Crossroads Moody has long been one of St. Clair County's fastest-growing communities, with its population swelling over the past two decades thanks to suburban expansion, improved...
August 23, 2025 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tuberville (R-Alabama) made political waves on both sides of the ideological debate in a statement that has drawn both praise and criticism. Senator Tommy Tuberville of Alabama while promoting his Student Visa Integrity Act declared: "If you hate our country and break our laws, you shouldn't be allowed to study at our universities." The Student Visa Integrity Act of 2025, a bill aimed at tightening restrictions on foreign nationals seeking to stu...
August 26, 2025 - ENTERPRISE, AL. - On Tuesday, August 26, voters in Enterprise will head to the polls to decide the city's next mayor in a pivotal municipal election that could reshape the city's leadership and priorities for years to come. With four candidates vying for the top seat, the race reflects both continuity and change, as residents weigh experience, vision, and responsiveness to local concerns. The Candidates The 2025 mayoral ballot features a mix of familiar faces and new...
August 26, 2025 - BIRMINGHAM, AL. - Today, August 26, voters across Birmingham will cast their ballots in one of the city's most consequential mayoral elections in recent memory. With nine candidates on the ballot and a runoff looming if no one secures a majority, the race reflects deep civic engagement and competing visions for Birmingham's future. Polls are open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and voters will also decide races for City Council and the Board of Education, making this a full-scale...
August 26, 2025 - ALABAMA --Across Alabama and dozens of other states, voters are heading to the polls today, August 26, to decide the future of their communities. More than 100 municipal elections are taking place statewide-from Birmingham to Anniston, Hoover to Huntsville-with ballots featuring races for mayor, city council, and board of education. These contests may not grab national headlines, but they shape the roads we drive, the schools our children attend, and the safety of our...
Coyotes are among the most adaptable predators in North America, and Alabama is no exception. Once rare in the Southeast, coyotes now inhabit every county in the state, thriving in forests, farmland, and even suburban edges. For landowners, farmers, and wildlife managers, coyote hunting isn't just sport-it's stewardship. Whether you're protecting livestock, managing deer populations, or simply pursuing a challenging hunt, Alabama offers one of the most permissive and practical environments for c...
August 26, 2025 - MOBILE, AL. - Today, August 26, voters across Mobile will head to the polls to elect a new mayor for the first time in over a decade. With incumbent Mayor Sandy Stimpson stepping down after three terms, the race is wide open-and the outcome will shape the city's leadership, priorities, and tone for years to come. Polls are open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and voters must bring a valid photo ID to cast a ballot. If no candidate receives more than 50% of the vote, a runoff...
August 26, 2025 - TRUSSVILLE, AL. - Today, August 26, residents of Trussville head to the polls to elect their next mayor and five city council members in a quadrennial municipal election that could reshape the city's leadership and priorities for the next four years. Polls are open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and voters must bring a valid Alabama photo ID-such as a driver's license or non-driver ID-to cast their ballot. Voting takes place at five locations: Trussville City Hall, Trussville...
August 26, 2025 - PELHAM, AL. - Today, August 26, residents of Pelham head to the polls to elect a new mayor and five city council members in a pivotal municipal election that will shape the city's leadership for the next four years. With longtime Mayor Gary Waters retiring, the race for the city's top office is wide open-and the council contests are equally competitive. Polls are open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena, the city's sole polling location for...
August 26, 2025 - SPRINGVILLE, AL - Springville, Alabama heads to the polls today, August 26, 2025, to decide its next mayor in a race that has drawn both seasoned public servants and fresh challengers. With the city's population steadily growing and its civic identity evolving, this election marks a pivotal moment for residents weighing priorities like infrastructure, public safety, and economic development. The Candidates Three candidates qualified for the mayoral ballot, each bringing...
How to take your business from $0 to $10M ARR Only half of small businesses make it to see year five. Why? Lack of market demand, heavy competition, pricing issues — the list goes on and on. But here's the thing: companies that nail their go-to-market strategy have a massive advantage. They know exactly who they're selling to, how to reach them, and what message will resonate. They turn market chaos into a repeatable system for growth. While no one knows the exact recipe for startup success, M...
Wellness, subscriptions, and nostalgia: How millennials are spending their money Millennials—individuals born between 1981 and 1996—now make up 29% of the worldwide population. In the United States, they are the largest adult group, totaling more than 74 million people. Given the generation’s size, it makes sense that millennials comprise a large share of purchasing power. Despite having come of age during the 2008 Great Recession, millennials are now in their prime spending years, with 16% o...
The cost of a Labor Day BBQ by city Labor Day weekend is prime time for backyard barbecues, but you might feel the heat before the grill even fires up. Prices for cookout staples like steak, chicken, and soda have jumped since last summer — and in some cities, the increase is steep. As of July, Bureau of Labor Statistics data shows grocery prices are up 2.2%year over year, continuing a trend that began with pandemic-era supply chain disruptions. In the months to come, there may be more price s...
How a dog helped a Utah man survive an 11-hour night crawl through the mountains Jake Schmitt looked up, droplets from the cool stream dribbling down his chin, and locked eyes with his best friend, Buddy. The 6-year-old German shorthaired pointer also had water dripping from his black snout. Schmitt, 34, has been a hunter for most of his life and a hunting guide in Utah for almost a decade. He knew he shouldn’t be drinking from a stream, that his stomach could violently cramp from giardia o...
Counties with the most born-and-bred residents in Alabama In the first year of the pandemic, migration out of densely populated, expensive cities like New York and San Francisco was especially notable. Many moved to Sun Belt states where the weather is warmer and the cost of living significantly lower. But by the second year of the pandemic, it became clear that not everyone who was moving wanted to go far. A 2024 analysis of movement out of crowded cities from the U.S. Census Bureau showed...
FOTOGRIN // Shutterstock Cities with the most expensive homes in Alabama Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to tremendously rise in value. But with home prices reaching record heights, affordability plays a huge role for buyers. The typical home value in the United States was $367,965 in July, 0.2% higher than the year before. High mortgage rates are also making monthly payments more...
FOTOGRIN // Shutterstock Cities with the most expensive homes in the Auburn metro area Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to tremendously rise in value. But with home prices reaching record heights, affordability plays a huge role for buyers. The typical home value in the United States was $367,965 in July, 0.2% higher than the year before. High mortgage rates are also making monthly...
FOTOGRIN // Shutterstock Cities with the most expensive homes in the Anniston metro area Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to tremendously rise in value. But with home prices reaching record heights, affordability plays a huge role for buyers. The typical home value in the United States was $367,965 in July, 0.2% higher than the year before. High mortgage rates are also making monthly...
Konstantin L // Shutterstock Cities with the most expensive homes in the Birmingham metro area Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to tremendously rise in value. But with home prices reaching record heights, affordability plays a huge role for buyers. The typical home value in the United States was $367,965 in July, 0.2% higher than the year before. High mortgage rates are also making...
ungvar // Shutterstock Cities with the most expensive homes in the Dothan metro area Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to tremendously rise in value. But with home prices reaching record heights, affordability plays a huge role for buyers. The typical home value in the United States was $367,965 in July, 0.2% higher than the year before. High mortgage rates are also making monthly payments...
Arina P Habich // Shutterstock Cities with the most expensive homes in the Daphne metro area Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to tremendously rise in value. But with home prices reaching record heights, affordability plays a huge role for buyers. The typical home value in the United States was $367,965 in July, 0.2% higher than the year before. High mortgage rates are also making monthly p...
ungvar // Shutterstock Cities with the most expensive homes in the Decatur metro area Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to tremendously rise in value. But with home prices reaching record heights, affordability plays a huge role for buyers. The typical home value in the United States was $367,965 in July, 0.2% higher than the year before. High mortgage rates are also making monthly...
FOTOGRIN // Shutterstock Cities with the most expensive homes in the Gadsden metro area Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to tremendously rise in value. But with home prices reaching record heights, affordability plays a huge role for buyers. The typical home value in the United States was $367,965 in July, 0.2% higher than the year before. High mortgage rates are also making monthly...
Konstantin L // Shutterstock Cities with the most expensive homes in the Florence metro area Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to tremendously rise in value. But with home prices reaching record heights, affordability plays a huge role for buyers. The typical home value in the United States was $367,965 in July, 0.2% higher than the year before. High mortgage rates are also making monthly...
