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Where people in Dothan are looking to buy homes Home prices are largely starting to normalize across the country, but remain high even as more homes come to the market. Near record-high mortgage rates are keeping homes largely unaffordable for most buyers. Even a percentage point increase can increase a monthly mortgage payment by more than $100. That's causing potential homeowners to expand their searches outside costly urban cores, especially when they can work from home. Stacker examined...
Where people in Tuscaloosa are looking to buy homes Home prices are largely starting to normalize across the country, but remain high even as more homes come to the market. Near record-high mortgage rates are keeping homes largely unaffordable for most buyers. Even a percentage point increase can increase a monthly mortgage payment by more than $100. That's causing potential homeowners to expand their searches outside costly urban cores, especially when they can work from home. Stacker examined...
Where people in Montgomery are looking to buy homes Home prices are largely starting to normalize across the country, but remain high even as more homes come to the market. Near record-high mortgage rates are keeping homes largely unaffordable for most buyers. Even a percentage point increase can increase a monthly mortgage payment by more than $100. That's causing potential homeowners to expand their searches outside costly urban cores, especially when they can work from home. Stacker examined...
Where people in Birmingham are looking to buy homes Home prices are largely starting to normalize across the country, but remain high even as more homes come to the market. Near record-high mortgage rates are keeping homes largely unaffordable for most buyers. Even a percentage point increase can increase a monthly mortgage payment by more than $100. That's causing potential homeowners to expand their searches outside costly urban cores, especially when they can work from home. Stacker examined...
Where people in Auburn are looking to buy homes Home prices are largely starting to normalize across the country, but remain high even as more homes come to the market. Near record-high mortgage rates are keeping homes largely unaffordable for most buyers. Even a percentage point increase can increase a monthly mortgage payment by more than $100. That's causing potential homeowners to expand their searches outside costly urban cores, especially when they can work from home. Stacker examined...
MONTGOMERY, AL - October 28, 2025 - Republican candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Alabama, Dr. Nicole Jones Wadsworth, has officially launched her first major statewide advertising campaign, marking a significant milestone in the 2026 election cycle. The ad, titled "Alabama First," began airing this week across television and digital platforms, introducing voters to Wadsworth's personal and professional background while outlining her vision for the state. The ad positions Wadsworth as a...
The belief from the Alabama Republican Party that a new majority Black Alabama Senate seat automatic means it will go Democrat clearly shows just how racist and clueless the Alabama GOP really is. There are many in the Black community who are not aligned with the far-left progressive agenda that now controls the Democrat Party. However, they don't trust the GOP for a reason, and the GOP refuses to even attempt to reach out to them in areas like Birmingham. I know this because I and we with...
October 28, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) joined U.S. Senators Rick Scott (R-FL) and Jim Justice (R-WV) in introducing the No Alipay Act to stop the use of Alipay, a Chinese digital payment platform, in the United States. Alipay collects sensitive personal and financial data from more than a billion users worldwide, posing a serious risk to American national security. "Two years ago, Joe Biden sat on his hands while China sent a spy balloon over our e...
October 28, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL. - Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has joined a coalition of 18 states in filing a legal brief defending Oklahoma's right to restrict the teaching of certain race- and sex-based concepts in public schools. The amicus brief, submitted to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit, supports Oklahoma's law that prohibits instruction of ideas deemed racially or sexually divisive in K-12 classrooms. The lawsuit at the center of the case was brought by th...
MONTGOMERY, AL - Four suspects have now been arrested in connection with the October 4 mass shooting in Montgomery that left two people dead and 12 others injured. The arrests have intensified scrutiny of Alabama's gun laws, particularly the 2022 constitutional carry legislation that lowered the age for permitless handgun possession from 21 to 19. Montgomery Police Chief Jim Graboys confirmed the arrests during a series of press briefings, noting that investigators believe multiple shooters...
The ancient city of Ur, once dismissed by 19th-century skeptics as biblical myth, was dramatically confirmed as real through groundbreaking archaeological discoveries in the 20th century-reshaping our understanding of early civilization and biblical history. For centuries, the city of Ur of the Chaldees was known primarily through the pages of the Bible. It was the birthplace of Abraham, the patriarch of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, and the starting point of his divine journey to Canaan....
October 28, 2025 – ENTERPRISE, AL - Chad "Chig" Martin a Democratic candidate for Governor of Alabama reached a social media milestone by obtaining over 34,000 members on Facebook making him the largest social media on this platform among other active Democratic candidates. https://www.facebook.com/chadchigmartin "This is a very important indicator for the campaign," Martin said in a statement. "As most know, Democratic candidates do not receive the donations that the Republicans do and F...
October 28, 2025 – MONTGOMERY, AL - A federal court has released three proposed Alabama Senate redistricting maps to address Voting Rights Act violations in Montgomery-area districts, potentially reshaping political representation ahead of the 2026 elections. In a major development for Alabama's legislative landscape, a federal court has unveiled three proposed redistricting maps for the state Senate following a ruling that found the current district boundaries violated Section 2 of the c...
Shopping for a 7-day weight loss meal plan at 5 grocery stores: Which is cheaper? Planning home-cooked meals can help you reach your health and weight loss goals. In fact, research supports that eating at home more versus going out may help you naturally consume fewer daily calories and eat a healthier diet. That’s why Hers created a seven-day meal plan for weight loss full of delicious meals packed with protein, fiber, and even some treats to nourish you all week. The plan also includes a g...
Do degrees still matter? For decades, a college degree was the ticket into the professional world. Employers used it as an indication of intelligence, persistence, and competence. But that assumption no longer works. Skills — not schools — are becoming the new hiring currency in modern workplaces, including those leaning into AI, reports Upwork, an online marketplace for hiring skilled freelancers. Why degrees aren’t as important to employers anymore Employers are moving away from relying on de...
Children boarding yellow school bus with backpacks. Prostock-studio // Shutterstock Public schooling is best in these US cities When buying a home in a new city, many prospective homebuyers care about their new community as well as the quality of the home they're buying. For those with school-aged children, the quality of the school district is also a key factor in their purchasing decision. According to a 2025 National Association of Realtors survey, nearly 29% of buyers ages 26 to 34 and 34%...
Micro-retirements are on the rise. Here's what HR leaders need to know Why are some high-performing employees walking away from their jobs for weeks or even months at a time—voluntarily? The answer lies in the rise of "micro-retirements," a career break trend especially popular among Gen Z and millennial workers. An estimated 10% of U.S. workers plan to take a micro-retirement this year, according to SideHustles.com. Unlike traditional sabbaticals, which are often employer-sponsored, micro-retir...
Grusho Anna // Shutterstock Movies and TV shows casting in Birmingham The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which...
Gorodenkoff // Shutterstock Movies and TV shows casting in Huntsville The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which...
October 29, 2025 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Roger Wicker (R-Mississippi), Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL03), the Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, issued a joint the following statement expressing concern with the Pentagon's announcement that it will discontinue the rotational U.S. brigade in Romania, which appears uncoordinated and directly at odds with the President's strategy: "We strongly oppose the decision not to...
WASHINGTON, D.C. - October 28, 2025 - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) once again took to the Senate floor to advocate for the Sunshine Protection Act, his bill to make Daylight Saving Time permanent nationwide. Joined by Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) and other colleagues, Tuberville forced a vote on the measure-but the bill failed to pass the Senate. Tuberville's speech underscored the widespread frustration among Alabamians and Americans over the biannual time change, which he called...
Are inheritance advances taxable? The grieving process is always challenging. But for many families, the slow legal process of distributing an inheritance compounds emotional pain with financial uncertainty. When pressing needs for money arise long before the estate is settled, an inheritance advance can be a lifeline. If you are considering an inheritance advance, it’s important to understand the tax implications. This guide from Inheritance Funding explains inheritance advances and the f...
Who is checking your credit? More people than you realize When Jason Craine went into a local music store to rent violins for his twin boys, he wasn’t expecting anything out of the ordinary. What he got instead: a credit check. “I was caught off-guard,” says Craine, a financial advisor in Wichita, Kansas. “I understood why, but I just wasn’t expecting it.” Ultimately, he decided to buy the violins outright, and his boys are now making good progress in fifth-grade orchestra. But Craine is not alo...
Keep the heat on: Why your insurer cites negligence to deny frozen pipe claims The nightmare scenario for any homeowner during the bitter chill of winter isn’t a power outage; it’s coming home to a flood. That sudden, devastating rush of water from a burst pipe, frozen solid by the deep cold, can cause tens of thousands of dollars in damage, instantly soaking walls, flooring, and all your treasured possessions. Naturally, your first thought may be, “Thank goodness for homeowners insurance!” But...
The Board of Trustees of the Alabama Forever Wild Land Trust will hold its fourth quarterly meeting of 2025 on Thursday, November 6, at the new Event Center located at the M. Barnett Lawley Forever Wild Field Trial Area, 1132 County Road 73, Greensboro, Alabama, 36744 (GPS coordinates: 32.629173, -87.685561). The meeting will take place at 10 a.m. At this meeting, updates on Forever Wild program activities and tract assessments will be presented. This meeting will also provide an opportunity...
