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================================================== ERROR IMPORTING STORY: Invalid canonical URL: ================================================== Christian Mueller // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Alabama in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Alabama. Gas prices are as of September 26. Alabama by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.78 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.9%) - Year change: -$0.02 (-0.9%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.63 (6/14/22) - Diesel...
Maxim Grohotov // Shutterstock Hottest Septembers in Alabama since 1895 In 2022, the continental United States experienced its third hottest July since 1895, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, while 20 states saw one of their 10 hottest days in the same month. The year prior, July marked the hottest month on record worldwide. Climate change is driving rising temperatures and more record heat. The Earth’s temperature has climbed each decade since 1880 b...
Your company is going public: Navigating complex equity decisions Let's say you have worked at a tech company for seven years and are now facing a potential initial public offering. You have a mix of nonqualified stock options, incentive stock options, and restricted stock units, and are wondering how to approach your equity compensation decisions. You left the company recently and had to exercise some ISOs, triggering alternative minimum tax for the first time. Now, with the IPO on the...
Classics for babies: Board books introduce Shakespeare and Tolstoy to young readers Most people would not consider “Double, double toil and trouble; Fire burn and cauldron bubble” to be a nursery rhyme. But Utah children’s author Jennifer Adams does. Adams and illustrator Alison Oliver have used the witches’ opening couplet from “Macbeth” as the focus of the latest in their series of BabyLit books — board books that introduce classic literature to readers between zero and 3 years old. The Salt...
Do police respond to car accidents in private parking lots? Car accidents are not limited to public roads and highways; they frequently occur in private parking lots and on private roads. If you’re involved in such a collision, you might be unsure about the proper steps to take, especially regarding police response and your car insurance. In this article, CheapInsurance.com helps you navigate a private property accident, from understanding police jurisdiction to filing a claim with your i...
Alcohol ads are returning to the NYC transit system, alarming public health experts In 2018, hoping to curb underage drinking, the Metropolitan Transit Authority banned advertising for alcoholic beverages in New York City’s transit system. But the MTA board backtracked this summer, approving significant carve-outs for alcohol ads in subways, buses, and stations. The move stunned public health experts and advocates, who say that the harmful health effects of alcohol consumption, particularly f...
The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) Office of Radiation Control has been made aware of more reports of imported goods contaminated with radioactive cesium-137 (Cs-137), specifically shrimp. ADPH is actively tracking this incident to minimize any impacts to public health, the economy, and the environment. At this time, no product that has tested positive for Cs-137 has entered the U.S. marketplace or food supply chain. Other than shrimp, no reports of other food products with...
September 25, 2025 - After working as a city clerk and then the city manager for the city of Northport in West Alabama, Tom Walker returned to his alma mater, The University of Montevallo, to work as an assistant to the president of the university. It was there that he conceived his idea of building a new city of his own. But, not just any city. For with a degree in history and political science from The University of Montevallo, Mr. Walker had a lifelong interest in history, and his idea was...
September 26, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL. - In a recent episode of the America's Kitchen Table podcast, hosted by the National Federation of Republican Women (NFRW), Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall shared his perspectives on a range of issues critical to Alabama families and communities. The conversation touched on public safety, border security, and protecting the rights of women and children, reflecting Marshall's ongoing commitment to safeguarding the well-being of Alabama residents. A...
Best counties to retire to in Alabama Buyers and sellers of real estate alike—when asked what the three most essential considerations about a property are—will nearly always reply "location, location, location." While this answer is sometimes tongue-in-cheek, it is often quite accurate, and this reply perhaps applies to retirees more than any other demographic. Settling down after a lifetime of working and possibly raising a family calls for the perfect location: a spot where you can enjoy lif...
Lt. Michael Bloxom of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources' (ADCNR) Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) Division handed control of the Hunter Education Program to WFF's R3 staff on September 1 this year, but as he heads toward retirement, Bloxom highlighted the effectiveness of hunter education with a milestone achievement during the 2024-2025 season. "We actually had a record low number of accidents last season," said Bloxom, who will retire at the end of the year....
Counties with the oldest homes in Alabama There's an undeniable charm that comes with pre-World War II American architecture, characterized by high ceilings, crown molding, hardwood floors, and ornate details. In fact, 11.4% of all housing units in America were built in 1939 or before, showing the popularity of the preservation of these units. Owning a piece of history can sometimes come with a cost: Many old homes come with asbestos, lead piping, knob-and-tube wiring, and other outdated...
September 20, 2025 – KNOXVILLE, TN – The UAB football team went to Tennessee to play the number 15 ranked Volunteers. The Blazers were mismatched from the start. Tennessee jumped out to a 21 to 0 lead in the first quarter, then followed that up with 21 more points in the second quarter to close out the half 42 to 7. UAB was more competitive in the second half outscoring Tennessee 17 to 14 while Tennessee rested many of its starters. The game finished with a Tennessee win of 24 to 56. UAB Coa...
Navigating a bull market: What history tells us about all-time highs As markets hover near all-time highs and September brings its reputation for volatility, many investors find themselves caught between optimism and anxiety. Should you be worried when stocks seem to climb endlessly? What do high valuations really mean for your portfolio? Range explains the historical context behind these market dynamics, which can help you make more informed decisions. When Markets Feel Too Good to Be True The...
Nearshoring and reshoring: Why more businesses are moving supply chains closer to home Global trade in 2025 is a moving target. With tariffs shifting overnight, de minimis disappearing, and geopolitical tensions rising, the global supply chain is volatile. For business leaders, the real question isn’t whether to adjust strategy, but how quickly they can move. The thing is, navigating these turbulent waters and constant changes is much easier said than done. While the end goal of ramping up U...
8 ways to save money on home maintenance Does it feel like homeownership is just a never-ending to-do list of routine maintenance tasks? Being a homeowner means you have full dominion over your living space — but it also means you’re responsible for taking care of everything. How Much Do You Have Set Aside For Home Maintenance? Unfortunately, home maintenance isn’t as simple as flipping some switches and checking a few filters. Keeping your home in tip-top shape isn’t free. As a rule of thumb,...
September 24, 2025 - WINTER GARDEN, FL – West Orange High School in Winter Garden, Florida, has discontinued its weekly "Witchy Wednesday" video series after receiving a demand letter from Liberty Counsel, a legal advocacy organization. The series, produced by students and aired during mid-week morning announcements, featured segments on spells, magic, moon worship, and other witchcraft rituals. The abrupt end to the program highlights ongoing debates about religious instruction and the s...
September 24, 2025 - ELMORE COUNTY, AL. - The Alabama Farmers Federation has announced its endorsement today of Rep. Troy Stubbs for Alabama House District 31, which covers parts of Elmore County. "Rep. Stubbs has served us well in Montgomery and at home," said Richard Edgar, Elmore County Farmers Federation president. "He is a conservative who knows the importance of agriculture to our district, and we are proud to endorse him." Stubbs has a B.S. in finance from the University of Alabama and a...
September 29, 2025 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) said on X that Democrats are forcing a government shutdown in order to hinder President Donald J. Trump's efforts to restore order to America's cities. "Antifa terrorists are burning our cities, attacking ICE facilities, and murdering people at church," said Sen. Tuberville on X. "Meanwhile, the Radical Democrats want to shut down our government and stop funding law enforcement. Make no mistake – this is an attem...
In one of the most anticipated matchups of the 2025 college football season, the Alabama Crimson Tide marched into Athens and stunned the Georgia Bulldogs with a 24–21 victory that ended Georgia's six-year home winning streak. The game, played under the lights at Sanford Stadium before a sold-out crowd of 93,033, was a showcase of grit, strategy, and clutch execution-especially from Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson, whose first-half heroics set the tone for a statement win. Ranked No. 17 entering...
September 29, 2025 - POINT CLEAR – Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday announced more than $45 million for 23 projects in Coastal Alabama supported by funds from the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act of 2006 (GOMESA). These projects focus on environmental education and outreach, boating access, water quality improvements, recreational access improvements and other important projects that are included in the original intent and authorized use of GOMESA funds. Governor Ivey made the announcement d...
As Congress teeters on the edge of another budget impasse, the threat of a federal government shutdown looms large over agencies across the country—including NASA. For Alabama, the consequences would be felt acutely at the Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, a cornerstone of the state’s aerospace economy and a hub for innovation, exploration, and national pride. If lawmakers fail to pass a funding resolution by the end of September, NASA will be forced to scale back operations, fur...
The speeches in Quantico by Secretary Hegseth and President Trump have been needed for a long time. Decades of decay by every President since Reagan and Bush 41 brought us here. Finally, the Pentagon was told the truth to its face. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth walked up to the podium and detonated a bomb in the middle of military complacency: "The era of the Department of Defense is over. Welcome to the Department of War." With one executive order, the polite fiction ended. This is not about...
Boxyray // Shutterstock Coldest Septembers in Alabama since 1895 Stacker compiled a ranking of the coldest Septembers in Alabama since 1895 using data from the National Centers for Environmental Information. Rankings are based on the lowest average temperature in each month. For each of the coldest months listed below, we've included the average state temperature, state-wide highs and lows for the month, and the total precipitation. #8. September 1983 (tie) - Average temperature: 72°F -...
September 30, 2025 - WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Robert Aderholt introduced the bicameral, bipartisan $2.50 for America's 250 Act in partnership with Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) alongside fellow America 250 Commissioners Reps. Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) and Dwight Evans (D-PA). Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) introduced companion legislation in the Senate with Sens. Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Shelley Capito (R-WV), Alex Padilla (D-CA), and Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) as cosponsors. This bill a...
