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August 16, 2025 – VESTAVIA HILLS, AL – Alabama Attorney General candidate Katherine Green Robertson spoke to the Mid-Alabama Republican Club about her candidacy. "I live here in Vestavia," said Robertson. "I have a second grader and a four-year-old." Robertson said that Representative Susan Dubose (R-Greystone) and state Senator Dan Roberts (R-Mountain Brook) was both "faithful friends," – something that she has found is rare in the political world. Robertson is originally from Selma. Rober...
New York, NY - In a landmark decision that has stirred national debate, the New York Appellate Division has vacated the $464 million civil judgment levied against former President Donald J. Trump and his businesses. The ruling, which reverses a sweeping penalty imposed by New York Attorney General Letitia James, has been hailed by critics of the original judgment as a reaffirmation of constitutional boundaries and judicial fairness. Among the most vocal supporters of the decision is Alabama Atto...
The Great AI Attrition: Why your best AI talent is eyeing the exit Top AI performers are twice as likely to quit, according to new research from the Upwork Research Institute. As leaders focus on using AI to maximize worker productivity, they’re losing sight of the flight risk created across the very workers using AI most effectively. So what are the implications of an en masse AI talent drain? We need only look as far back as the 1990s for clues. Today’s AI efficiency experts are like the ear...
As the son of a World War II veteran, one of the main reasons I ran for U.S. Senate was to ensure the federal government was fulfilling its obligation to provide our great veterans with the timely, quality care earned through their service to this great country. It is the least we can do to give back to those who have sacrificed so much on behalf of our freedom. Unlike other countries, the U.S. military is, proudly, an all-volunteer force. Throughout our history, millions of Americans have...
In a major investment in Alabama's future workforce, Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter has announced the creation of a $40 million state-of-the-art workforce development center within the DeKalb County School System. The facility, which will serve as a regional hub for career and technical education (CTE), is expected to transform how students and adults prepare for high-demand jobs across northeast Alabama. "A $40 million state-of-the-art workforce development center is officially...
August 21, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a sweeping move that has sent ripples through the transportation and immigration sectors, Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced on August 21, 2025, that the United States will immediately pause the issuance of work visas for commercial truck drivers. The decision follows a fatal crash in Florida involving an undocumented immigrant truck driver and has reignited debates over road safety, immigration enforcement, and labor policy. A Tragic Catalyst The po...
The Brine Boom: Pickles are popping off in grocery aisles From crunchy spears to tangy cocktails, pickles are having a moment. Whether you’re enjoying pickles in surprising combinations like a new sorbet, cooling down with a briny slush, or sipping on a pickletini for the first time, this flavor-forward trend is taking center stage. To find out what’s fueling the pickle craze, Instacart dove into the data to see how America is snacking on pickles, and which brands are topping the charts. Top...
Essential financial tools every small business should know in 2025 In today’s uncertain economy, small businesses need more than grit and hustle; they need data, automation, and smart planning. With inflation, rising borrowing costs, and unpredictable supply chains shaping the 2025 landscape, choosing the right financial tools can mean the difference between surviving and thriving. This guide from Gateway Commercial Finance, an invoice factoring company, curates 10 categories of must-have tools...
August 22, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - Strategy Management, an award-winning political consulting firm headquartered in Montgomery, Alabama, proudly congratulates its Vice President of Political Strategy, Ryan Bitters, on being named to the prestigious 2024 "America's Rising Republican Operatives 30 Under 30" list. This national recognition honors the most dynamic and influential young Republican strategists making a meaningful impact on today's political landscape. The list is curated through a...
Why your emails land in spam—and how to fix it You can write the perfect cold email — an email so compelling you could sell sand in the desert. But if you can't get that email into your prospects' inboxes, it will go unseen and unread, lost to the digital abyss that is the spam folder. For B2B sales teams scaling their outreach, deliverability isn't just another metric — it's the foundation of your pipeline. Apollo.io breaks down why your emails land in spam and, more importantly, how to fix it....
On August 21, 1968, the Cold War's ideological fault lines cracked wide open as Soviet-led Warsaw Pact forces invaded Czechoslovakia, extinguishing the Prague Spring-a bold experiment in liberalization within the communist world. While tanks rolled through Prague and reformist leaders were detained, a stunning voice of dissent emerged from within the Eastern Bloc itself: Nicolae Ceaușescu, the authoritarian leader of Communist Romania, publicly condemned the invasion and called on his people...
The keynote speaker for the Tuscaloosa County University of Alabama National Alumni Association's annual Fall kickoff pep rally style fundraiser held at the Tuscaloosa River Market on Tuesday was Courtney Morgan, the general manager of the Alabama Crimson Tide football team. An entertaining and congenial speaker, Morgan was introduced at the meeting as Head Coach DeBoer's "first new hire" upon taking the helm of the Alabama football team. This was something which Morgan quickly dispelled. For...
August 18, 2008 - Islamabad, Pakistan - President Pervez Musharraf resigns under threat of impeachment Background: From Coup Leader to Embattled President Pervez Musharraf seized power in a bloodless coup on October 12, 1999, ousting Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif. Initially serving as Chief Executive, he later appointed himself President in 2001. His tenure was marked by: • Alignment with the U.S. in the post-9/11 "War on Terror" • Suspension of Pakistan's Constitution in November 2007 • Dismi...
6 discontinued SUVs great for active lifestyles Whether you’re looking for small, midsize, or large SUVs, these six pack in loads of features, versatility…and you’ll only find them on the used car lot. SUVs have all but made the traditional car extinct. Their roomy interiors, abundant cargo space, and comfortable ride have made them the vehicle of choice for most shoppers. But while SUVs continue to dominate, some arguably great ones have been discontinued due to a fickle market or too many...
August 21, 2026 – MONTGOMERY, AL – State Representative Phillip Pettus (R-Killeen) has pre-filed a bill to prevent judges from using their discretion to award youthful offender status to anyone charged with capital murder or murder. House Bill 11 (HB11) would prohibit liberal judges from granting youthful offender status. According to the synopsis: "Under existing law, an individual charged with a crime that is committed while he or she is under 19 years of age may be tried as a youthful off...
Gorodenkoff // Shutterstock Best public middle schools in Alabama Stacker compiled a list of the best public middle schools in Alabama using data from the Niche. Niche uses five weighted factors for its rankings: academics grade, teachers grade, district overall grade, culture & diversity grade, and parent / student surveys. You can read more about the methodology here. Online schools were not included in the list. PeopleImages.com - Yuri A // Shutterstock #10. Saraland Middle/Nelson Adams -...
SGT Theodore Irvin Jackson served four years in the U.S. military including two years on active duty in the Army and two years in the Army AL National Guard during the time of the Korean War. His Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) was Radar Operator. SGT Jackson was born June 15, 1930 to his parents, Asa and Velma Jackson, in Walker Country, AL. He was reared in Walker, Jefferson, Montgomery and Crenshaw Counties, AL. He dropped out of high school when he was in the 10th grade and worked on...
State Senate candidate Amy Minton recently joined the Heart of Dixie Podcast with Brandon Moseley and Harry Still III to talk about her campaign. Minton is a member of the Alabama Public Library Board, a member of the Alabama Republican State Executive Committee, and she is the Vice Chairman of the Etowah County Republican Party. Minton is a wife and mother. She lives in Rainbow City. Minton is running for Senate District 10 challenging incumbent Senator Andrew Jones (R-Centre). "One of the...
Chad "Chig" Martin is running for Governor of Alabama in the Democratic Primary. Martin recently joined the Brandon and Christopher Show podcast to speak at length about his chances in the Alabama gubernatorial race and how a Martin administration would bring change for Alabama after ten years of Governor Kay Ivey (R). Probably the biggest area where Martin would be different would be in marijuana policy, "I am going to free the weed up in Alabama," said Martin explaining how he supported...
Alabama's humid subtropical climate means August is both a harvest month and a prep month for fall crops. With careful planning, gardeners can extend their growing season and keep beds productive. What to Plant in August August is ideal for planting heat-tolerant vegetables and starting cool-season crops: | Crop Type | Examples | | Warm-season veggies | Tomatoes, peppers, okra, eggplant, squash, beans | | Fall crops (seeds) | Kale, collards, mustard greens, lettuce, radishes, turnips, carrots |...
What's Happening in Washington Will Be the Model for Every Blue City Since President Trump took charge, the nation's capital is already changing, shopkeepers are standing taller, criminals are on notice, and Attorney General Pam Bondi is proving that law and order can be restored where weak liberal leadership failed. Since President Trump took over, in a matter of days things have already changed in Washington, D.C. Let's be honest, before Trump stepped in, our nation's capital had become more...
How 10 independent brands found their first customers Making your first sale is a major milestone for a budding entrepreneur. After developing a product, building your brand, and connecting with your audience, all your hard work is validated with that first order. It’s the moment when a dream becomes a legitimate, operational business. But finding your target audience, capturing their attention, and convincing them to take a chance on your brand requires planning. According to data from S...
1 ways to save on back-to-school shopping Come August, and it’s time to enjoy the last weeks of steamy summer weather, visit the pool and beaches, and—if you’re a student or the parent of one—do your back-to-school shopping. Doing so can be expensive. Families with students in elementary through high school are planning to spend $858.07 on average on electronics, school supplies, clothing and shoes, and that figure jumps to $1,325.85 for families of college students, according to the Nationa...
On Friday, history was made. President Donald J. Trump welcomed Vladimir Putin to American soil for the first time since the war in Ukraine began. The meeting took place in Alaska, a location chosen personally by President Trump for its symbolism and strategic value. By selecting Alaska, the President ensured that Putin would set foot on American soil but not in the political swamp of Washington. The world witnessed the red carpet reception and the American military flyover that marked...
Col. Gilbert Brian Eddy, age 55, dedicated 29 years of honorable service to the United States Air Force. His military career was defined by steadfast leadership, global assignments and an unwavering commitment to supporting the well-being of service members because so many of his assignments were joint and their families. Today, he continues that mission through his work at BondFire Ranch, a nonprofit that he founded to serve military, veterans and first responders. Col Eddy was born on June 17,...
