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February 26, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - Hillary Clinton's closed‑door testimony before the House Oversight Committee marked one of the most politically charged moments yet in Congress' ongoing investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's network. Her appearance, held in Chappaqua, New York, brought together years of speculation, partisan tension, and demands for transparency - but ultimately produced a consistent message from the former secretary of state: she maintains she had no knowledge of E...
WALKER COUNTY, Ala., - February 27, 2026 - The Alabama Farmers Federation has announced its endorsement of Mike Elliott for Alabama House District 13 which encompasses much of Walker County, including the city of Jasper. "Mike Elliott has been an educator and a businessman, so he knows the needs of this district," said Dorman Grace, president of the Walker County Farmers Federation. "With his varied experience, he will be a real asset in the Legislature." Elliott received his B.S. in social...
The big reveal: Unveiling the extent of your wealth to your heirs Imagine for a moment that wealth is like magic. As parents, you are the magicians, holding the secrets to a grand illusion that has the power to awe and inspire. But like any great magic trick, there comes a time when the illusion must be revealed, and the audience—your children—must understand the reality behind the magic. This revelation is not just about lifting the curtain; it’s about preparing them for the respo...
How AI is reshaping how shoppers discover, compare and shortlist products E-commerce is entering a defining moment. Previously, progress was driven by optimizing for consumers—improving site design, reducing checkout friction, refining pricing strategies, and expanding delivery options. That era is not over, but today’s landscape is different. In 2026, artificial intelligence now plays an active role in how products are found, evaluated, and selected. Algorithms increasingly sit between sho...
February 26, 2026 - Monroe County, Ala. - Three Monroe County women are facing a combined 37 charges connected to what state prosecutors describe as a coordinated ballot‑harvesting operation during the August 26, 2025 Frisco City municipal election. Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall (R) announced the indictments on Thursday, marking one of the most significant election‑fraud cases brought in the county in recent years. Who Was Charged The defendants - Sarah Bennett, 60; Sharon Denson, 67;...
NASA has formally entered what leaders are calling a new Golden Age of exploration, unveiling a sweeping acceleration of the Artemis program that will reshape the United States' return to the Moon and redefine the pace of human deep‑space missions. In a major announcement Friday, the agency confirmed it will increase its flight cadence, standardize its launch architecture, add a new mission in 2027, and conduct at least one lunar surface landing every year thereafter. The decision marks the m...
How sales training reinforcement ensures retention Sales employees work in a high-pressure environment. When they lack proper training to feel confident and comfortable in their roles, it increases their likelihood of struggling with job dissatisfaction and pressure, which can lead to higher turnover rates. Well-structured, customized sales training programs equip sales teams with the practical skills needed to succeed in a competitive environment. This helps boost productivity, morale and...
WASHINGTON, D.C. - February 25, 2026 - Congressman Barry Moore (R‑AL‑01) has introduced new legislation aimed at closing a critical security gap in the Department of Veterans Affairs' call‑center operations. The VA Call Center Multi‑Factor Authentication Act would require the VA to implement modern identity‑verification safeguards for high‑impact actions conducted over the phone, protecting veterans from increasingly sophisticated impersonation and benefits‑theft schemes. Moore said the bill...
February 27, 2026 - TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey was the recipient of the Circle of Honor Award presented by the Black Warrior Council of the Boy Scouts of America today at a noontime luncheon held at the Embassy Suites Ballroom in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Previous recipients of the Circle of Honor Award include Coach Nick Saban, his wife Terry Saban, and former U.S. Senator, Richard Shelby. With today's luncheon raising $197,000 to support scouting in West Alabama. The 12th Annual Circle...
He was a pyrotechnic guitar player on a level with Jimi Hendrix, Duane Allman and Eric Clapton – maybe higher. Also, different. Travis Wammack of Tuscumbia, Alabama died Friday at age 81 after declining health. He had played guitar and sang and performed as long as he could. 69 years. Arrangements will be announced. Prayers for his wife Mitzi, family and many friends and fans. Travis was one of the few folks who got to have his "celebration of life" while he was still alive and could attend a...
The United States has launched a large‑scale military operation against Iran, marking one of the most significant escalations in the Middle East in years and triggering immediate concerns about regional stability, global energy markets, and the future of U.S.–Iran relations. The strikes, which began before dawn, targeted Iranian military infrastructure, missile sites, and command facilities across several provinces, according to U.S. defense officials. President Donald J. Trump told Natalie All...
February 28, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - The United States carried out a sweeping military operation against Iran early Saturday, striking dozens of high‑value military and government-linked targets across the country in what the White House described as a necessary response to escalating threats from Tehran. The action marks one of the most significant U.S. military engagements in the Middle East in years and immediately triggered global concern about the potential for a wider regional c...
February 28, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike Rogers (R‑AL) voiced strong support for President Donald Trump's decision to launch military strikes in Iran, framing the action as a necessary response to what he described as decades of escalating danger posed by the Iranian regime. In a statement released from Washington, Rogers said President Trump "took decisive action to confront the serious threat posed by the Iranian terrorist regime," emphasizing that t...
February 28, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL‑07) is urging heightened congressional oversight and a formal vote on war powers following the Trump Administration's military strikes on Iran, warning that unilateral executive action risks drawing the United States into another prolonged conflict in the Middle East without sufficient consultation with Congress or the American public. In a statement released Friday, Sewell acknowledged Iran's long record of human rights abuses a...
February 28, 2026 – HOOVER, Ala. – President Donald J. Trump (R) has authorized military strikes on Iran. Congressional candidate Case Dixon announced that he opposes the war with Iran. "I oppose war with Iran," said Dixon in a statement. "Last summer, the American people were told that Operation Midnight Hammer "Obliterated" Iran's nuclear capabilities and set the program back years. Now we are told we have begun major combat operations because Iran was allegedly a week away from "in...
February 28, 2026 – TEL AVIV, Israel – Fox News is reporting that they were told by an Israeli official that the Ayatollah Khamenei was killed in the air strikes which targeted senior Iranian leaders, command and control, air defenses, nuclear sites, and missile launchers. Over 200 Israeli jets participated in the attack (the largest air strike in their history) along with U.S. Air Force and Navy jets and tomahawk cruise missiles fired by the U.S. Navy. Iran has fired ballistic missiles in res...
February 28, 2026 – The Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed this morning in an Israeli air strike. President Donald J. Trump (R) announced the slaying on Truth Social, after the United States and Israel launched a major joint attack that overwhelmed Iranian air defenses. "Khamenei, one of the most evil people in History, is dead," President Trump announced. "This is not only Justice for the people of Iran, but for all Great Americans, and those people from many C...
From snowplows to school buses: 10 ways cities are getting smarter The term “smart city” used to evoke shiny infrastructure projects—sensors bolted to streetlights, standalone apps, and dashboards that mostly reported activity, including maps and charts that looked impressive in a control room but weren’t connected to dispatch, work orders, routing, or how crews made decisions in the field. What’s changing now is quieter, but more consequential. It’s operational, and residents are starting to...
10 insurance satisfaction survey: How Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X and Boomers compare Boomers are more likely to be impressed by their insurer’s range of policy offerings, especially with auto insurance (88%), while Millennials report the highest satisfaction with the digital experience (85% for both auto and home). Across all generations, satisfaction with ease of service was high, while fair rate increases over time received the lowest satisfaction scores. Here, Insurance.com broke down the r...
Super midsize jets: Why fractional fleets favor these models You can be a private jet owner and still prioritize operational efficiency; the two are no longer mutually exclusive. While ultra-long-range flagships like the Bombardier Global 7500 capture the headlines, the real momentum in 2026 is happening in the “middle” of the market. Data from Honeywell’s 34th Annual Global Business Aviation Outlook indicates that the super midsize category is a primary driver of fractional fleet growth, which...
US employer healthcare costs are rising at historic levels. How mental healthcare can contain these costs Annual premiums for U.S. employer-sponsored family health coverage increased 6% in 2025 to $26,693. And that number is expected to rise even more in 2026, with employers projecting a median 10% increase in healthcare costs. Employer healthcare costs rising is nothing new, but there’s little precedent for projected increases like what we’ve seen in recent years. Spring Health dives into what...
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