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In November 1775, General Richard Montgomery led Patriot forces in a bold campaign to capture Montreal, marking a pivotal moment in the American Revolutionary War's northern theater. As part of the Continental Army's broader invasion of Canada, Montgomery's assault on Montreal was designed to weaken British control and rally French-speaking Canadians to the revolutionary cause. The operation, though ultimately limited in strategic success, showcased early American military initiative and...
In a rare case of self-inflicted torture, I watched some of Maine Senator Angus King’s questioning of Pete Hegseth, U.S. Secretary of Defense (now War). Various topics were covered, including the renaming of bases. King falsely accused Robert E. Lee of committing treason by resigning from the U.S. Army and siding with his State in 1861. Since King was born in Virginia, one might ask if he really believes that nonsense or if he is just another historical dimwit. Much has been written about L...
What do you do after you plan a trip to north Alabama to get in the fall crappie bite and you're greeted with bluebird skies the day after a cold front? You make lemonade, and the Tennessee River lakes have just the right recipes. Capt. Brian Barton, Andy Poss and I still wanted to try to catch enough crappie for a small fish fry and headed into the Bear Creek area despite the weather conditions. We found crappie on the forward-facing sonar, but almost all of them had the lockjaw, a common...
Don’t let winter cost you: Essential insurance changes for the off-season The onset of winter presents a unique convergence of aesthetic beauty and significant financial risk. While the season offers picturesque scenery, it simultaneously introduces hazards like frozen pipes, increased liability for premises injuries, and damage to seasonally stored assets. These incidents frequently lead to costly insurance claims that can severely impact a household budget. A common pitfall is treating an i...
This Veterans Day, I had the privilege of hearing Jared Hudson speak before a packed house at the Republican Club of Central Alabama. I can honestly say it was one of the most powerful and heartfelt speeches I have heard in years. Jared didn't talk about politics; he talked about purpose. He talked about faith, family, and freedom, and he reminded us what real leadership looks like in a time when our nation desperately needs it. Jared Hudson's story is the Alabama story. A decorated Navy SEAL,...
More than smarts: How grit and discipline drive real success For years, schools have judged students by test scores and grades. Reading levels, math skills, and standardized results still shape report cards and college apps. Most employers follow suit, calling for strong literacy, math, or technical chops; they often look at GPA or test scores, especially in fields like tech and data. But raw smarts don’t tell the whole story. Lately, researchers have started looking at traits that don’t show up...
Small Business Saturday marketing ideas for 2025: 15 tips to stand out and sell more locally Small Business Saturday (November 29, 2025) has become more than a single shopping day — it’s a chance for retailers and restaurateurs to connect with customers who value supporting their community. These days, consumers mix digital browsing with in-person experiences, from scrolling on social media to stopping by familiar neighborhood favorites. That gives small business owners more ways to stand out, s...
November 12, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – The House of Representatives passed a bipartisan Continuing Resolution (CR) to end the longest government shutdown in the history of the United States. Congressman Gary Palmer (R-AL06) voted in favor of reopening the government. Following Palmer's vote he released the following statement: "For over 40 days, the Democrats have held the government hostage in exchange for a radical wish list and campaign support from Marxist billionaires," Re[. Palmer s...
‘Absolutely devastating’: Rural schools say $100K visa fee could make it hard to hire teachers The Kuspuk School District owns two small planes and employs a pilot to stay connected with schools spread across 12,000 square miles along the Kuskokwim River in western Alaska. And to keep those schools staffed, the remote school district works with its own immigration attorney, Chalkbeat reports. Some 60% of Kuspuk’s certified teachers come from the Philippines. That includes all of the speci...
Rangsarit Chaiyakun // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Dothan in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Dothan, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of November 17. Dothan by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.72 --- Alabama average: $2.73 - Week change: +$0.06 (+2.3%) - Year change: -$0.09 (-3.2%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/10/22) - Diesel current price: $3.60 - Week change: +$0.06 (+1.7%) - Year change: +$0.08...
Elen Nika // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Montgomery in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Montgomery, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of November 17. Montgomery by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.75 --- Alabama average: $2.73 - Week change: +$0.05 (+1.8%) - Year change: +$0.00 (+0.2%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $3.47 - Week change: +$0.04 (+1.2%) - Year change:...
Christian Mueller // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Florence in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of November 17. Florence by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.69 --- Alabama average: $2.73 - Week change: +$0.08 (+3.1%) - Year change: -$0.04 (-1.4%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.62 (6/10/22) - Diesel current price: $3.32 - Week change: +$0.04 (+1.2%) -...
Daniel Avram // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Mobile in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Mobile, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of November 17. Mobile by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.71 --- Alabama average: $2.73 - Week change: +$0.07 (+2.5%) - Year change: +$0.02 (+0.6%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.62 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $3.50 - Week change: +$0.02 (+0.7%) - Year change: +$0.24...
Christian Mueller // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Auburn in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Auburn, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of November 17. Auburn by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.75 --- Alabama average: $2.73 - Week change: +$0.06 (+2.1%) - Year change: +$0.05 (+1.7%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.64 (6/12/22) - Diesel current price: $3.42 - Week change: +$0.03 (+0.8%) - Year change: +$0.17...
Elen Nika // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Gadsden in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Gadsden, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of November 17. Gadsden by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.67 --- Alabama average: $2.73 - Week change: +$0.06 (+2.4%) - Year change: +$0.05 (+2.1%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.55 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $3.34 - Week change: +$0.05 (+1.5%) - Year change: +$0.05...
Rangsarit Chaiyakun // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Daphne in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Daphne-Fairhope-Foley, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of November 17. Daphne by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.78 --- Alabama average: $2.73 - Week change: +$0.10 (+3.6%) - Year change: +$0.06 (+2.1%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.68 (6/12/22) - Diesel current price: $3.51 - Week change: +$0.04 (+1.2%) - Year...
Daniel Avram // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Birmingham in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Birmingham, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of November 17. Birmingham by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.73 --- Alabama average: $2.73 - Week change: +$0.04 (+1.6%) - Year change: -$0.01 (-0.4%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.61 (6/13/22) - Diesel current price: $3.50 - Week change: +$0.02 (+0.5%) - Year change:...
November 18 - Forty-seven years ago today, the world awoke to one of the most harrowing tragedies of the 20th century. On November 18, 1978, deep in the Guyanese jungle, a utopian experiment turned into a nightmare as 918 people-members of the Peoples Temple-lost their lives in a mass murder-suicide orchestrated by their leader, Jim Jones. Among the dead were over 270 children and U.S. Congressman Leo J. Ryan, the only sitting member of Congress ever killed in the line of duty. A Cult in the...
Sports betting popularity by state In addition to taking on the risks of gambling, taxpayers must pay their regular income tax rate on net winnings. U.S. states collected $2.6 billion in taxes on sports betting in 2024, a 29% increase from the year before. Incentivized by this tax revenue, many states have been loosening their sports-betting laws, with more considering similar action. Online sports-betting platforms such as DraftKings and FanDuel have proliferated in response. The taxes on...
Before you buy: 5 key questions about OTC hearing aids For many adults, hearing challenges can make conversations, restaurants, or phone calls more difficult to follow. These difficulties often increase with age, as hearing loss becomes more common over time. According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, around 5% of adults ages 45 to 54 experience disabling hearing loss, increasing to 10% among those 55 to 64. The prevalence continues to rise with age,...
Depression in retirement: Why it happens and what to do Retirement is often associated with feelings of joy, relaxation, and freedom, but research shows it can also be a challenging time emotionally. Many individuals who retire struggle with unexpected feelings of sadness, anxiety, or emptiness as they leave behind careers that provide structure, identity, and daily purpose. Recognizing this reality is crucial. LifeStance Health shares how people can proactively address potential emotional...
Daniel Avram // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Anniston in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Anniston-Oxford, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of November 17. Anniston by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.69 --- Alabama average: $2.73 - Week change: +$0.08 (+2.9%) - Year change: -$0.06 (-2.0%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.61 (6/11/22) - Diesel current price: $3.32 - Week change: +$0.04 (+1.2%) - Year change: +...
Elen Nika // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Tuscaloosa in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Tuscaloosa, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of November 17. Tuscaloosa by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.72 --- Alabama average: $2.73 - Week change: +$0.04 (+1.5%) - Year change: -$0.01 (-0.4%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.63 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $3.46 - Week change: +$0.03 (+0.9%) - Year change:...
Anyone who has spent time in law enforcement knows this: if you wait until a crisis shows up to get ready, you've already lost valuable ground. You don't prepare because you expect something to go wrong - you prepare so it doesn't. That mindset has stayed with me, and it's one of the reasons I care so deeply about the systems that hold our state together. One of the most important is the way we run our elections. Here in Alabama, we're fortunate. Our elections aren't managed by distant...
November 18, 2025 - HUNTSVILLE - The Alabama Farmers Federation's FARM PAC announced its endorsement of Chairman Rex Reynolds for Alabama House District 21. Reynolds serves as the Chairman of the House Ways and Means General Fund in the Alabama House of Representatives. "Chairman Reynolds is a fiscal conservative who protects our taxpayer dollars. He has a proven record and leadership of standing up for the hard-working families in our county and throughout the state," said Rex Vaughn, member of...
