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August 22, 2025 - U.S. District Judge Anna Manasco (a 2019 Trump appointee) has ordered the state of Alabama to redraw its Senate district map to create a new majority-Black district in the Montgomery area. Manasco found in favor of plaintiffs who claimed that the 2021 redistricting map violates Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act by diluting the voting power of Black residents in and around the capital city. The ruling blocks Alabama from using its current Senate map in the 2026 elections and...
Alabama, known for its rich biodiversity and scenic waterways, offers anglers a wide variety of fishing opportunities-from largemouth bass in Lake Guntersville to catfish in the Alabama River. But tucked quietly among these popular pursuits is a species often overlooked: the common carp. Long dismissed as a "trash fish" by some, carp are now gaining recognition among sport anglers for their size, strength, and the challenge they present. In Alabama, carp fishing is not just possible-it's a...
As Homewood prepares for its municipal election on August 26, 2025, the race for mayor has captured widespread attention-not just for its stakes, but for its symbolism. For the first time in the city's history, voters will elect a female mayor, choosing between two distinct candidates: Councilwoman Jennifer Andress and community advocate Robin Litaker. The Candidates Jennifer Andress A seasoned public servant, Andress has served on the Homewood City Council since 2016. Her campaign emphasizes:...
On August 22, 1910, the Empire of Japan formally annexed Korea through the signing of the Japan–Korea Annexation Treaty, marking the end of the Korean Empire and the beginning of a 35-year period of Japanese colonial rule. This moment, often referred to in Korea as "Gyeongsul Gukchi" (National Humiliation of the Year Gyeongsul), remains one of the most consequential and painful chapters in modern East Asian history. The treaty was signed by Ye Wan-yong, the pro-Japanese Prime Minister of K...
"Open and Avowed Rebellion": King George III's August 1775 Proclamation and the Turning Point in Anglo-American Relations On August 23, 1775, King George III issued a formal proclamation declaring that the American colonies were in a state of "open and avowed rebellion." This moment marked a decisive shift in British imperial policy and irrevocably altered the trajectory of the American Revolution. What had begun as a series of colonial protests and petitions for redress now stood officially...
I last talked with him in June after my wife asked, “Who do you want to do your funeral?” “Jim Auchmuty,” I quickly replied. I called Jim, who agreed, after asking me why the hurry. He oversaw my mother-in-law’s funeral two years ago and was always a caring presence. Jim died Aug. 5 at age 90 after a short illness. After serving for 27 years at Shades Crest Baptist Church in Birmingham, in retirement he served First Baptist Church Roebuck Plaza for 25 years. He went to Roebuck as interim a...
It's a fairly new verb--"ghosted." Merriam-Webster added it in 2017. And I guess I did it. I used a certain business for many years and then hit a rough patch. They were closed on a number of occasions, and I never seemed to know the schedule. In the meanwhile, I found another business with regular hours of operation and more conveniently located and began to use them. This is what "ghosted" means. It normally applies to one who stops posting on social media or to removing someone as a media...
From the tangled vines of kudzu to the creeping spread of Chinese privet, invasive plant species are transforming the landscape of South Alabama-often with devastating ecological and economic consequences. These non-native plants, introduced intentionally or accidentally, now threaten native biodiversity, disrupt water systems, and complicate land management across the central Gulf Coast. One of the most aggressive offenders is cogongrass (Imperata cylindrica), a federally listed noxious weed...
No one presided over its funeral, but vestiges of antisemitism died suddenly here, and no one missed its pernicious influence. Segregation based on race was an overt policy for years, but segregation on the basis of faith was a subtle form of discrimination, permeating through our political institutions for years. Its subtlety masked its effect, and its virtually unwritten code prevented our Jewish friends and neighbors from fully assimilating into our social and political communities. When the...
On August 24, 410 CE, the unthinkable happened. The city of Rome-once the heart of the mighty Roman Empire, a symbol of civilization and power-was breached and pillaged by the Visigoths under the command of their formidable king, Alaric I. For three days, the Eternal City was consumed by chaos, marking a watershed moment in the decline of the Western Roman Empire and shaking the foundations of the ancient world. The Rise of Alaric and the Visigoths The Visigoths were a branch of the larger...
Saturday features the highly anticipated Week 1 clash between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Florida State Seminoles. The game is, set for Saturday, August 30, 2025, at Doak Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee. Kickoff is scheduled for 2:30 PM CDT, and the game will be nationally televised on ABC. Game Context This matchup is more than just a season opener—it’s a litmus test for two storied programs heading into 2025 with very different trajectories: • Alabama enters ranked No. 8, looking to re...
On August 25, 1991, the Croatian city of Vukovar became the epicenter of one of the most brutal urban battles in post–World War II Europe. What followed was an 87-day siege by the Yugoslav People's Army (JNA), backed by Serbian paramilitary forces, that would leave the city in ruins and mark a turning point in the Croatian War of Independence. A City on the Brink Before the war, Vukovar was a prosperous, multiethnic town nestled along the Danube River in eastern Croatia. Croats, Serbs, H...
Whether you’re casting lines off the Gulf Coast or browsing the seafood counter in Moody, Alabama, flounder is a prized catch for its mild flavor and delicate texture. And when it comes to cooking it Southern-style, nothing beats a golden, crispy fried fillet served with lemon wedges and homemade tartar sauce. Why Flounder? Flounder is a flatfish found in both Atlantic and Gulf waters. Its lean, flaky meat makes it ideal for frying, especially when paired with a seasoned crust that locks in mois...
