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November 8, 2024 - The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) Marine Resources Division (MRD) will host three public meetings to discuss potential regulation changes and the status of several saltwater species. The meetings will take place in November and December and are open to the public. Topics for discussion include: Retention of bag limits by captain and crew of Alabama commercial party boats Remove allowance for oversized red drum Tripletail and sheepshead...
November 8, 2024–Have you felt the 2016 vibe these last three days? No, those flashbacks are not your PTSD acting up. The Left are collectively melting down harder than they did in 2016, and it’s even more hilarious now than it was back then. There are a number of things that are virtually identical, of course—the celebrities threatening to leave the country, for instance—but the Left turned it up to eleven and twisted off the knob this time around. Eight years ago we laughed as the special...
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (NOV 7, 2024) – Alabama Poet Laureate Ashley M. Jones will deliver the keynote address for the 2024 Conference on the Common Read, hosted by The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), on Friday, Nov. 15, from 7 to 9 p.m. in Morton Hall Room 145 on the UAH campus. The event is open to the public free of charge. UAH is a part of The University of Alabama System. Jones will talk about the power of poetry and storytelling in the construction of identity, community and shared h...
Customer loyalty is declining—but ironically, some consumers are showing brand devotion by shelling out annual fees. In the early days of retail, customer loyalty was secured the old-fashioned way: through high-quality products, reasonable prices, and brand recognition. But in 2024, consumers have a dizzying array of choices in a global, digital marketplace. Businesses eager to edge out the competition must get creative to attract and retain customers. One way to up the ante is through paid loya...
November 8, 2024 - Thanks to a donation by the University of South Alabama's (USA) Epsilon Alpha Chapter of Kappa Alpha Order (KA), those with mobility issues will have access to an all-terrain track chair at Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores. The presentation of the track chair to the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources' (ADCNR) Alabama State Parks was held during the USA Jaguars home football game Saturday at Hancock Whitney Stadium. Bill Bennett, General Manager of The...
When it comes to weight loss, people often talk about foods you should avoid or limit. But what about the items you should eat more of? If you're looking to lose weight, focusing on high-fiber foods for weight loss is a great place to start. Here, Ro explores the relationship between fiber and weight loss, six high-fiber foods for weight loss, and how incorporating these items into your diet can support your goals. How does fiber help with weight loss? There are two types of fiber: Soluble fiber...
While many people are struggling to keep their heads up at work today after staying up late in the evening watching the election returns, due to the demand for tickets, it is not too early to start looking into requesting tickets to attend the second inauguration of Donald J. Trump as the 47th President of The United States. The swearing-in ceremony will take place on Monday, January 20th, 2025 on the West Front of the United States Capitol in Washington, D.C. at twelve PM Eastern time. The...
Going for an adventure outdoors is one of the best ways to spend time together as a family. Not only does it offer a chance to bond and create lasting memories, but it's also good for children's health. According to Harvard Health, outdoor activities can improve a child's creativity and executive function, and, of course, increase their appreciation for nature. Taking up an activity like fishing offers its own specific benefits, too, as it teaches important skills such as patience and...
In today's digital age, social media platforms enable people to bridge geographic distances and connect with their friends, family, and community, no matter where they are. According to a 2022 Gallup and Meta study, at least 1 in 3 people across seven countries, including the U.S., said they used social media to interact with others at least once a day in the past week. While social media has its drawbacks—such as pulling attention away from other tasks or fostering a problematic comparison c...
November ,6 2024 – PALM BEACH, FL – former President Donald J. Trump (R) asked the American people to put their faith in him and on election day they did. Trump crushed Vice President Kamala H. Harris (D) and the Democratic party. Trump won the popular vote and the electoral college vot. This was Trump's third presidential campaign and this one was his political masterpiece. Trump correctly identified that he was secure in all the states that he had won in 2020, except North Carolina. Kno...
November 6, 2024 - MONTGOMERY, AL. – the Alabama Farmers Federation congratulated Alabama FarmPAC-endorsed candidates for victories in Tuesday's general election. The organization's grassroots political action committee scored wins in 22 of the 23 races where they had an endorsed candidate. "It was a big night for our country and our state," said Federation President Jimmy Parnell. "Across America, families, farmers and business owners are concerned about the economy, secure borders, national d...
November 4, 2024 - WASHINGTON D.C.– Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) released a video honoring USMC Corporal Patrick Jump of Robertsdale as the November "Veteran of the Month." Excerpts from Senator Tuberville's remarks can be found below: "The son of a Vietnam veteran, Patrick knew what he was getting into when he signed up for the military. He remembers watching the Twin Towers fall while sitting in government class on September 11, 2001. But Patrick's desire to serve was u...
With inflation and interest rates rising, many people are looking for ways to generate additional income these days—and finding reliable sources of passive income, which require less effort than most jobs—has become particularly desirable—SoFi reports. Creating and managing passive income streams isn't a truly passive activity, however. Generating passive income usually requires upfront work, or sometimes a substantial investment to get the ball rolling. Depending on what your passive income ide...
Engagement ring shopping can be an exciting yet daunting experience. From choosing the perfect ring to navigating budget constraints, there are several factors to consider to ensure a smooth and satisfying shopping journey. To help you make the right decisions, VRAI details the top ten do's and don'ts of engagement ring shopping. Top Ten Do's and Don'ts of Engagement Ring Shopping So you've met your life partner and are ready to commit, but nothing from diamond shape to center stone to band...
For the last 1.5 years since ChatGPT launched, workers and business leaders have been singing two different tunes about the advent of generative artificial intelligence. From the C-suites, there is excitement and optimism about cost savings and improved productivity—but among the rank and file are rumblings of anxiety and fear. An ADP Research Institute survey of 35,000 workers published in June found that more than 40% believe generative AI will replace some or most of the functions they p...
November 6, 2024–It's 12:37 AM on election night, and Pennsylvania has just been called for President Trump. We're waiting for him to speak, and I'm flipping through channels watching what the different networks are saying about the election. MSNBC is still trying to hold out hope for a Harris victory, and it could still break that way, but...they also have a graphic up on their secondary YouTube channel showing President Trump winning the popular vote 65 million to 60 million. There aren't a...
November 6, 2024 – MONTGOMERY, AL – former President Donald J. Trump (R) won both the popular and electoral votes on the way to his return to the White House. Tuesday's GOP victory by Trump was praised in statements by Alabama Republican elected leaders and conservative influencers alike. U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) went to the X social media platform to simply say, "Welcome back Mr. President!" "Congratulations to our 47th President, @realDonaldTrump, on a resounding victory! Exci...
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (NOV. 5, 2024) – The National Space Club (NSC), Huntsville Chapter, has selected Dr. Gary Zank at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) to receive the 2024 Distinguished Science Award. Zank is the Aerojet/Rocketdyne Chair in Space Science, as well as director of the Center for Space Physics and Aeronomic Research (CSPAR). The award was presented at the 36th Annual Dr. Wernher von Braun Memorial Dinner on Oct. 30 during the von Braun Space Exploration Symposium on the cam...
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (NOV. 6, 2024) – Ledia Shehu, a doctoral student at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), has been selected to receive a NASA Future Investigators in NASA Earth and Space Science and Technology (FINESST) grant for her proposal, "Physics-Based Multiscale Constitutive Model for ISRU-Based 3D-Printed Lunar Concrete." The project seeks to develop a multiscale model for 3D-printed concrete using lunar materials by simulating lunar conditions. The project is set to begin o...
Two more states have passed bills restricting guns at polling places since The Trace reported in March that several states were considering such measures. Colorado, which already banned openly carrying firearms at voting locations, extended its prohibition to the possession of concealed weapons. In Massachusetts, a new law bars anyone from possessing a firearm within 150 feet of a polling site. The measures reflect intensifying concern about shootings and voter intimidation as an election...
November 2, 2024 – BIRMINGHAM, AL – the University of Alabama Birmingham Blazers football team got its first win since the season opener in August on Saturday. UAB beat Tulsa 59 to 21. UAB Quarterback Jalen Kitna had his best game as a college quarterback. All of that obvious talent and potential finally paid off in a breakout performance that included six passing touchdowns by Kitna. Kitna had 25 completions on 32 attempts for an eye-popping 404 yards, including a long of 67 yards. It was Kit...
November 5, 2024 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – all eyes, nationally and globally, are focused on the U.S. elections today. Polls, speeches, rallies, a couple of debates, gaffes, litigation, etc. has dominated the new cycle in the U.S. While everyone has been watching the political spectacle that is the 2024 election the U.S. Armed Services, the national intelligence agencies, and our allies in the Middle East have very quietly been waging a silent war against Islamic State terrorists in war torn Syr...
November 2, 2024 – AUBURN, AL - the good news for Auburn is that the team does not get blown out. They fight hard, hit hard, show incredible toughness, and are tied or leading late in the fourth quarter in most of their games. The bad news is that Auburn loses all those close games. Such was the experience of Auburn fans on the Plains Saturday. The game with the Vanderbilt Commodores was tied 7 to 7 for a long, long time and Auburn was down only 3 points – until Vanderbilt iced the game wit...
November 5, 2024 - (Montgomery, Ala) – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall, alongside a bipartisan coalition of thirty state attorneys general, announced today the completion of the $1.37 billion settlement agreement with Kroger, addressing the grocery chain's role in the opioid crisis. Alabama will receive up to approximately $19.8 million for opioid abatement, with payments anticipated to begin early next year. "Alabama has taken a bold path to address the opioid crisis that is d...
November 8, 2024 - (Montgomery, Ala.) – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall applauds a court order dismissing the Biden-Harris Administration's "parole in place" (PIP) rule that would allow millions of illegal immigrants to circumvent the law and obtain permanent residency. The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas issued the final judgment after a 16-state coalition filed suit against the Biden-Harris Administration's unlawful rule. "It's been a great week for America and t...
