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  • Tuscaloosa's 2025 housing market year in review

    Stacker|Dec 27, 2025

    Alena Mozhjer // Shutterstock Tuscaloosa's 2025 housing market year in review In 2025, the U.S. housing market largely continued the sluggish trends that have defined the post-pandemic years: high prices, elevated mortgage rates, and persistent economic uncertainty. Historically few homes sold through November 2025, and as sellers struggled to find buyers, many chose not to list at all. That pullback reduced inventory throughout the year, which in turn kept prices elevated. Looking ahead to...

  • Huntsville's 2025 housing market year in review

    Stacker|Dec 27, 2025

    Artazum // Shutterstock Huntsville's 2025 housing market year in review In 2025, the U.S. housing market largely continued the sluggish trends that have defined the post-pandemic years: high prices, elevated mortgage rates, and persistent economic uncertainty. Historically few homes sold through November 2025, and as sellers struggled to find buyers, many chose not to list at all. That pullback reduced inventory throughout the year, which in turn kept prices elevated. Looking ahead to 2026,...

  • Dothan's 2025 housing market year in review

    Stacker|Dec 27, 2025

    Sundry Photography // Shutterstock Dothan's 2025 housing market year in review In 2025, the U.S. housing market largely continued the sluggish trends that have defined the post-pandemic years: high prices, elevated mortgage rates, and persistent economic uncertainty. Historically few homes sold through November 2025, and as sellers struggled to find buyers, many chose not to list at all. That pullback reduced inventory throughout the year, which in turn kept prices elevated. Looking ahead to 202...

  • Montgomery's 2025 housing market year in review

    Stacker|Dec 27, 2025

    Andriy Blokhin // Shutterstock Montgomery's 2025 housing market year in review In 2025, the U.S. housing market largely continued the sluggish trends that have defined the post-pandemic years: high prices, elevated mortgage rates, and persistent economic uncertainty. Historically few homes sold through November 2025, and as sellers struggled to find buyers, many chose not to list at all. That pullback reduced inventory throughout the year, which in turn kept prices elevated. Looking ahead to...

  • Decatur's 2025 housing market year in review

    Stacker|Dec 27, 2025

    Alena Mozhjer // Shutterstock Decatur's 2025 housing market year in review In 2025, the U.S. housing market largely continued the sluggish trends that have defined the post-pandemic years: high prices, elevated mortgage rates, and persistent economic uncertainty. Historically few homes sold through November 2025, and as sellers struggled to find buyers, many chose not to list at all. That pullback reduced inventory throughout the year, which in turn kept prices elevated. Looking ahead to 2026,...

  • Florence's 2025 housing market year in review

    Stacker|Dec 27, 2025

    Artazum // Shutterstock Florence's 2025 housing market year in review In 2025, the U.S. housing market largely continued the sluggish trends that have defined the post-pandemic years: high prices, elevated mortgage rates, and persistent economic uncertainty. Historically few homes sold through November 2025, and as sellers struggled to find buyers, many chose not to list at all. That pullback reduced inventory throughout the year, which in turn kept prices elevated. Looking ahead to 2026,...

  • Gadsden's 2025 housing market year in review

    Stacker|Dec 27, 2025

    Andriy Blokhin // Shutterstock Gadsden's 2025 housing market year in review In 2025, the U.S. housing market largely continued the sluggish trends that have defined the post-pandemic years: high prices, elevated mortgage rates, and persistent economic uncertainty. Historically few homes sold through November 2025, and as sellers struggled to find buyers, many chose not to list at all. That pullback reduced inventory throughout the year, which in turn kept prices elevated. Looking ahead to 2026,...

  • Anniston's 2025 housing market year in review

    Stacker|Dec 27, 2025

    Alena Mozhjer // Shutterstock Anniston's 2025 housing market year in review In 2025, the U.S. housing market largely continued the sluggish trends that have defined the post-pandemic years: high prices, elevated mortgage rates, and persistent economic uncertainty. Historically few homes sold through November 2025, and as sellers struggled to find buyers, many chose not to list at all. That pullback reduced inventory throughout the year, which in turn kept prices elevated. Looking ahead to 2026,...

  • Alabama loses Rose Bowl to Indiana 38 to 3

    Brandon Moseley|Dec 27, 2025

    January 1, 2026 – ROSE BOWL - Old coaches back in the 1970s and 80s used to always say that the key to winning was "to be able to run the ball and stop the run." Football in a lot of cases have gone away from that mindset with the four wide receiver sets and the pinpoint passing games that can throw it all over the field. The Rose Bowl however was an example of one team being able to run the ball and one team not being able to run the ball. Unfortunately for University of Alabama fans, they w...

  • Auburn tight ends enter the portal

    Brandon Moseley|Dec 27, 2025

    January 2, 2026 – AUBURN – The transfer portal is open and Auburn has no tight ends. Parallelling the exodus that Auburn has had at wide receiver, the tight ends at Auburn will be elsewhere in 2026. Auburn's starting tight end did enter the transfer portal. Based on the latest reporting, Junior Preston Howard, who was Auburn's primary tight end contributor in 2025, entered the transfer portal as soon as it opened. He previously had transferred in from Maryland. Although he played sig...

  • Star UAB wide receiver Iverson Hooks is in the Transfer Portal

    Brandon Moseley|Dec 27, 2025

    January 2, 2026 – Birmingham – Standout UAB wide receiver Iverson Hooks announced that he was entering the portal in late December. 2025 was a disappointing year for the Blazers but it was a breakout season for Hooks – a Pike Road, Alabama produce - who recorded 72 catches for 927 yards and seven touchdowns for UAB on the year. That is an incredible average of 12.7 yards per catch, earning him All American Athletic Conference honors. Hooks has visits scheduled with Wisconsin, Indiana, Oklah...

  • Tamiflu dosage guide: How much to take and when

    Stacker, Alan Lucks for Doctronic|Dec 27, 2025

    Tamiflu dosage guide: How much to take and when Tamiflu, known generically as oseltamivir, is one of the most commonly prescribed antiviral medications for influenza. It works by blocking the virus from spreading within your body, helping to reduce symptoms and shorten the duration of the illness. But knowing exactly how much Tamiflu to take and when can be confusing, especially with different doses for adults, children, and preventive use. This guide from telehealth platform Doctronic breaks do...

  • Do Americans feel safe at work? Survey reveals growing concerns

    Stacker, Charmie Pujalt for EMCI Wireless|Dec 27, 2025

    Do Americans feel safe at work? Survey reveals growing concerns Historically, workplace safety was largely associated with physical precautions, such as wearing protective gear and preventing slips and falls. However, evolving workforce demographics, shifting regulatory landscapes, and rapid technological advancements are redefining what safety means in the modern workplace. To gain deeper insight into these transformations, a nationwide survey of 1,000 American workers was conducted by EMCI...

  • Why more doctors are prescribing GLP-1s for small amounts of weight loss

    Stacker, Alexander Watson for Hone Health|Dec 27, 2025

    Why more doctors are prescribing GLP-1s for small amounts of weight loss GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound have quickly become tools for helping people with obesity and diabetes lose weight and lower blood sugar. But emerging research suggests these medicines may also offer healthspan–extending benefits for people without these conditions. A growing number of clinicians view GLP-1 medications as an essential ingredient in a well-rounded metabolic health optimization p...

  • Iran Cracks Down on Protesters as Economic Crisis Fuels Nationwide Unrest

    A.I. generated content|Dec 27, 2025

    Iran is once again engulfed in a wave of protests that have spread from Tehran to dozens of cities across the country, prompting a forceful crackdown by security forces and raising fears of a prolonged period of instability. What began as localized demonstrations over soaring prices and a collapsing currency has evolved into one of the most significant challenges to Iran's clerical leadership since the 2022–2023 uprising following the death of Mahsa Amini. The latest unrest began when m...

  • 7 eczema medications to help for better skin control

    Stacker, Noah W Chung for SaveHealth|Dec 27, 2025

    7 eczema medications to help for better skin control Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that affects millions of children and adults. It often causes itching, redness, dryness, flaking, and sometimes painful cracks or infections. Because eczema tends to flare and subside over time, finding the right medication strategy is essential for long term relief and skin health. SaveHealth, a prescription discount card website, explores the most effective...

  • Want to save more money this year? Put it on your calendar

    Stacker, Nancy Mann Jackson for Forbright Bank|Dec 27, 2025

    Want to save more money this year? Put it on your calendar Most people approach saving money with good intentions, but it can be challenging to stay on track without the right tools. One surprisingly simple solution is implementing a financial calendar. The visual nature of a calendar may help you view your savings goals as more pressing than a simple to-do list. Forbright Bank explains how it can give you a sense of time and a helpful visual to see deadlines approaching and identify...

  • Budgeting for your dog in 2026: What it really costs and where pet parents are choosing to spend more

    Stacker, Jacqueline Hess for Spot & Tango|Dec 27, 2025

    Budgeting for your dog in 2026: What it really costs and where pet parents are choosing to spend more In 2026, budgeting for a dog is no longer an afterthought. For many American households, it is a planned expense that sits alongside groceries, healthcare, and housing. As inflation has reshaped everyday spending, dog owners are paying closer attention to where their money goes and what they are getting in return. Dogs are increasingly treated as family members, and that shift shows up clearly...

  • Republicans want "comprehensive oversight' of Michigan's 2026 election. What does that mean?

    Stacker, Hayley Harding for Votebeat|Dec 27, 2025

    Republicans want ‘comprehensive oversight’ of Michigan’s 2026 election. What does that mean? In a letter to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi sent Nov. 13, Michigan Republicans asked the federal government to provide “comprehensive oversight” of the state’s 2026 election. But the letter doesn’t specify what “comprehensive oversight” means. And it’s not clear that the people who signed the letter agree on the meaning either. A total of 22 Republican state legislators from both the Senate and the...

  • The United States has toppled the Maduro government in Venezuela

    Brandon Moseley|Dec 27, 2025

    January 3, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – President Donald J. Trump (R) announced on Friday that the U.S. military has toppled the Venezuelan dictator Nicholas Maduro. President Trump said on Truth Social – "The United States of America has successfully carried out a large-scale strike against Venezuela and its leader, President Nicolas Maduro, who has been, along with his wife, captured and flown out of the Country. This operation was done in conjunction with U.S. Law Enforcement. Details to fol...

  • Congressman Aderholt applauds decisive U.S. Action in Venezuela to topple Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro

    Brandon Moseley|Dec 27, 2025

    January 3, 2026 - HALEYVILLE – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-AL04) released a statement following operations overnight by U.S. military and law enforcement assets to capture and arrest Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro. The U.S. says that it plans to hold him accountable for his role in narco-terrorism and related crimes impacting the United States and its citizens. "Nicolás Maduro has faced narco-terrorism charges in the United States for half a decade now, and it's time he face those cha...

  • When Criminal Regimes Finally Face Consequences

    Perry O Hooper Jr|Dec 27, 2025

    Let's get something straight right up front. What just happened in Venezuela was not recklessness. It was long delayed accountability. This operation was carried out by brave men and women of the United States military, many of whom will never be named and will never be publicly recognized. They executed their mission with discipline, precision, and professionalism, placing duty above recognition and country above self and deserve our eternal gratitude. For years, the so-called international...

  • Certifiably Old

    Michael J. Brooks|Dec 27, 2025

    Our Alabama Baptist campsite at Shocco Springs is a gorgeous place, and I’ve enjoyed every event I’ve attended there. Several years ago, I attended a two-day training course for pastors. A conference for senior adults was on site at the same time. I saw that the other group was having a concert that night when our group wasn’t meeting, so I went. The singer did a great job. He sang some “oldies” like “Silhouette” by Peter Noone and “Can’t Help Falling In Love With You” by Elvis. He sang the...

  • Rogers praises military's successful capture of Venezuelan dictator

    Brandon Moseley|Dec 27, 2025

    January 3, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL03), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, released a statement applauding the successful military mission to arrest Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro. Rogers said that he expects a full committee briefing on the operation this week. "I commend President Trump for taking decisive action to bring Nicolás Maduro to justice," said Rogers. "His illegitimate regime brutalized the Venezuelan people, aligned with hos...

  • Sewell says that "President Trump does not have the authority to unilaterally invade a sovereign country"

    Brandon Moseley|Dec 27, 2025

    January 3, 2025 - WASHINGTON D.C. - Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (D-AL07) released the following statement regarding President Donald J. Trump's (R) successful military action in Venezuela, seizing Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro and his wife without the loss of life of any American service members. "There is no doubt that Nicolás Maduro is an illegitimate and corrupt leader, but President Trump does NOT have the authority to unilaterally invade a sovereign country, capture its leader, and...

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