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This is a big election year in Alabama. All of our constitutional offices are up for election on May 19, 2026, and the races have begun. Included in the cavalcade are Governor, Lt. Governor, Attorney General, Agriculture Commissioner, State Treasurer, Secretary of State, and State Auditor. All of our statewide elected officials are Republicans, and all will be after the dust settles next year. We are a one-party state when it comes to statewide offices. Our legislature, House and Senate, are...
Preparation for deer season is in full swing. Just check out any of your favorite groups or people on social media and you’ll see that we’re all doing the same thing. Checking stands and cameras. Making food plots. Shooting bows and guns. Gathering clothes, boots, and other gear. It’s all happening right now. In some places the season will open in a few days. In others, it’s just around the corner. And nothing brings a greater sense of peace than being prepared before the season gets here. The r...
Although not an “abolitionist” in the strict sense, Abraham Lincoln opposed the expansion of slavery. Lincoln’s view was common within the Republican Party. Abolitionists were generally despised in both North and South--many would be considered radical even by today’s abysmal moral standards. Abolitionists, e.g., Wendell Phillips and Lysander Spooner routinely criticized Lincoln for his tepid anti-slavery views. Lincoln’s focus was on maintaining the geographical Union--slavery was a secondary...
World War II ended 80 years ago. But, before any peace dividend could be paid or the euphoria fully experienced, the Cold War started. Victory in the total defeat of the Third Reich and the Empire of Japan failed to usher in a new world order for peace, prosperity or universal rights. To the Russians, the defeat of the Nazis was not an end, but an opportunity to assert itself and insert an ideology that used peace as an opportunity for conquest. This shocked many in the West who believed Stalin...
WASHINGTON – Today,U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) released a video honoring U.S. Coast Guard Captain George Krietemeyer as the August “Veteran of the Month.” Excerpts from Sen. Tuberville’s remarks can be found below, and complete remarks can be found here. “When natural disasters strike, you can always count on the United States Coast Guard. This month, the Guard celebrates 235 years of excellence and life-saving emergency missions. And that’s because of heroes like Captain George Krietem...
Col Hugh David McCracken Jr. October 27, 1935 to August 18, 2025 He served 28 years in the U.S. Air Force. His article was published in the June 2021 issue of the Alabama Gazette....
Robert Clifton Fell……….. September 4th Robert E. Dinsmore……… September 5th Robert Wesley Marcus…..September 6th George A. Hill…………….. September 11th Eddie Digby Compton……September 12th Charles A. Bonasera…….. September 13th Thomas Leon Harrell……. September 17th James Earl Jackson……... September 17th John Lakeos……………… September 18th Kent Stephen Kline…….… September 21st Douglas S. Catchings…….September 23rd Roy Franklin Stephens…...September 27th...
Social Security Celebrates 90 Years of Service to the American People President Trump signs proclamation recognizing the enduring strength and importance of Social Security Today, the Social Security Administration (SSA) proudly commemorates its 90th anniversary, marking its unwavering commitment to the financial security and dignity of millions of Americans. Since President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act into law on August 14, 1935, the program has grown into one of the...
August 22, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) received the Crime Stopper of the Year Award from Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama. She was recognized for her work in passing the Laken Riley Act, supporting local law enforcement, and other key public safety initiatives. "The work done by the Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama is truly invaluable, and I'm honored to be recognized by them for my work in the Senate. Fighting for the safety of Alabamians and advocating for our...
On August 30, 1813, the quiet pine forests of southern Alabama erupted in violence as one of the bloodiest confrontations in early American frontier history unfolded-the Fort Mims massacre. This tragic event, which claimed the lives of hundreds of settlers, militia members, and allied Native Americans, marked a pivotal moment in the Creek War and reshaped the trajectory of U.S. expansion in the Southeast. Background: Tensions Within the Creek Nation The Creek War (1813–1814) was not merely a c...
August 30, 2025 – TALLAHASSEE, FL – The University of Alabama Crimson Tide went to Florida as the number eight team in the country, then reality hit them in the mouth. Florida State proved far too much for Alabama to handle in a 31 to 17 game that never felt like it was that close. Coach Kalen DeBoer had some stellar moments in his first year in Tuscaloosa but ultimately fell short of Tide fans' lofty expectations finishing 9 and 4 and out of the playoffs. Saturday was even more deflating for...
August 29, 2025 - ENTERPRISE, AL. - In a show of conservative solidarity, prominent members of the House Freedom Caucus descended on Alabama this weekend to endorse and energize Rep. Barry Moore's campaign for the U.S. Senate. The gathering, held in Moore's hometown of Enterprise, drew grassroots activists, local officials, and national figures aligned with the MAGA wing of the Republican Party. Moore, a three-term congressman and longtime Freedom Caucus member, is seeking to fill the Senate sea...
August 28, 2025 - Orange Beach, AL. - In a decisive win that capped off a heated campaign season, Mayor Tony Kennon has been re-elected to lead Orange Beach for another four-year term. The results, announced Tuesday night, showed Kennon defeating challenger and city council member Jeff Boyd with 59.64% of the vote to Boyd's 40.36%. The victory marks Kennon's continuation of a tenure that began in 2008, making him one of the longest-serving mayors in Baldwin County. Kennon's re-election was met...
August 29, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a landmark legislative achievement, U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) has secured sweeping reforms to federal child care tax policy, delivering long-overdue relief to millions of working families. The passage of key provisions within President Trump's Working Family Tax Cuts legislation marks the most significant permanent update to child care-related tax credits in decades. The reforms include modernization of the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit...
For decades, landowners and hunters across Alabama have dreamed of restoring the bobwhite quail to its former glory. Once a staple of Southern upland hunting, the cheerful whistle of the bobwhite has grown increasingly rare. In response, many have tried to repopulate their land by releasing pen-raised quail. But despite good intentions and significant investment, the results have been overwhelmingly disappointing. The truth is clear: stocking quail doesn't work-not if the goal is to rebuild...
In the opening month of World War I, as the Western Front descended into trench warfare, the Eastern Front erupted with sweeping maneuvers and dramatic reversals. Among the most decisive early engagements was the Battle of Tannenberg, fought between August 23 and 30, 1914, in East Prussia. It was here that the German Eighth Army, under the newly appointed command of General Paul von Hindenburg and his brilliant chief of staff Erich Ludendorff, orchestrated one of the most stunning encirclements...
In a hard-fought battle under the lights at the newly renamed Acrisure Bounce House in Orlando, the Jacksonville State Gamecocks opened their 2025 season with a narrow 17–10 loss to the UCF Knights. Despite entering the game as 20.5-point underdogs, the Gamecocks showed grit and resilience, keeping the contest close until the final minute. The game was marked by defensive intensity, a weather delay in the second quarter, and a pair of fourth-quarter touchdowns that ultimately lifted UCF to v...
August 29, 2025 - WACO, TX - In a gritty road showdown under the Friday night lights at McLane Stadium, the Auburn Tigers kicked off their 2025 campaign with a resounding 38–24 victory over the Baylor Bears. It wasn't the aerial fireworks many expected from head coach Hugh Freeze's revamped offense-it was a bruising, relentless ground attack that carried the Tigers to victory. Jackson Arnold's Dual-Threat Debut All eyes were on Jackson Arnold, the former five-star Oklahoma transfer making his d...
August 28, 2025 – BIRMINGHAM, AL. - The UAB Blazers emerged victorious in a 94 point shootout with cross state rival Alabama State that thrilled fans of both teams. The UAB Blazers lit up Protective Stadium with a dominating offensive performance. UAB had 520 total yards, 273 rushing yards, 247 passing yards, seven touchdowns (5 rushing, 2 passing), and tird down efficiency: of 6-of-10. The bad news for Blazer fans was that they needed all of that offensive fireworks to emerge victorious a...
The University of Alabama football team begins its 2025 campaign today with a marquee matchup against Florida State at Doak Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee. Kickoff is set for 2:30 PM CT, and while the Crimson Tide enter the game as 13.5-point favorites, the stakes go far beyond the scoreboard. For head coach Kalen DeBoer, now in his second season in Tuscaloosa, this game marks a pivotal moment in defining the program's new era. After a 9–4 finish in 2024 that included a loss to Michigan in t...
August 30, 2025 - MOBILE, AL - Tonight at Hancock Whitney Stadium in Mobile, Alabama, the South Alabama Jaguars will kick off their 2025 college football season with a home matchup against the Morgan State Bears. Scheduled for a 6:00 PM CT start, this game marks the beginning of South Alabama's 17th season of football and offers a chance to reset after back-to-back season-opening losses. With a 93.8% win probability, the Jaguars enter the contest as heavy favorites. But head coach Major...
August 30, 2025 - TROY, AL. - As the sun sets over Veterans Memorial Stadium in Troy, Alabama, the Trojans are gearing up to launch their 2025 football season with a high-stakes opener against the Nicholls State Colonels. Kickoff is set for 6:00 PM CT, and while the odds favor Troy heavily-with a 91.8% win probability-this game promises more than just a routine start. It's a litmus test for a team looking to rebound from a middling 2024 campaign and assert itself in the Sun Belt Conference. Troy...
Can you get a business credit card with no personal guarantee? Running a business is a stressful pursuit, especially if you have to put up a personal guarantee to get your business credit card. When you personally guarantee your company's credit card debt, you’re responsible for repaying it if your business can’t. That’s what makes business credit cards with no personal guarantee so attractive: The business, not the owner, is responsible for all debts. This creates a clear financial separ...
Can AI chatbots really replace human therapists? Artificial intelligence chatbots (a.k.a. “AI Therapists”) have surged in popularity as tools for mental health support, primarily because they offer cheap or even free access to therapy. In 2024, the global market for chatbots in mental health and therapy reached USD 1.37 billion, according to Acumen Research. Data from a recent YouGov Surveys: Self-Serve poll of 1,500 U.S. adults reveals that approximately a third of Americans (35%) are fam...
