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Elen Nika // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Auburn in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Auburn, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of August 29. Auburn by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.79 --- Alabama average: $2.83 - Week change: +$0.04 (+1.5%) - Year change: -$0.11 (-3.9%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.64 (6/12/22) - Diesel current price: $3.39 - Week change: +$0.01 (+0.4%) - Year change: +$0.01 (+0.3%) - Historical...
jittawit21 // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Montgomery in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Montgomery, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of August 29. Montgomery by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.84 --- Alabama average: $2.83 - Week change: +$0.07 (+2.6%) - Year change: -$0.11 (-3.6%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $3.46 - Week change: +$0.04 (+1.0%) - Year change: +$0.03 (+1.0%) -...
Christian Mueller // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Daphne in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Daphne-Fairhope-Foley, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of August 29. Daphne by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.88 --- Alabama average: $2.83 - Week change: +$0.10 (+3.8%) - Year change: -$0.08 (-2.8%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.68 (6/12/22) - Diesel current price: $3.46 - Week change: +$0.05 (+1.4%) - Year change: +$0.06...
Istvan Csak // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Tuscaloosa in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Tuscaloosa, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of August 29. Tuscaloosa by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.79 --- Alabama average: $2.83 - Week change: +$0.10 (+3.6%) - Year change: -$0.13 (-4.4%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.63 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $3.43 - Week change: +$0.04 (+1.2%) - Year change: -$0.06 (-1.7%) -...
Istvan Csak // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Gadsden in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Gadsden, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of August 29. Gadsden by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.77 --- Alabama average: $2.83 - Week change: +$0.12 (+4.7%) - Year change: -$0.07 (-2.3%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.55 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $3.31 - Week change: +$0.00 (+0.2%) - Year change: -$0.11 (-3.2%) -...
EgolenaHK // Shutterstock Most popular diamond shapes in the South While the classic Round Brilliant continues to reign supreme as the most sought-after diamond shape for engagement rings nationwide, shifting tastes are giving rise to new favorites. Across the U.S., couples are expressing individuality through fancy and unique diamond shapes that add a personal touch to their ring choices. Whether it's the geometric boldness of a Hexagon, the romance of a Heart cut, or the clean brilliance of a...
Biggest sources of immigrants to Tuscaloosa Over 15% of the United States population is composed of immigrants. But in reality, the vast majority of Americans today are here because of relatives who immigrated from other countries some time in the last several hundred years. And while the distinctive American culture and spirit is the result of blending many diverse cultures and histories, the United States has for centuries had an up-and-down relationship with immigration. Each era of...
Biggest sources of immigrants to Montgomery Over 15% of the United States population is composed of immigrants. But in reality, the vast majority of Americans today are here because of relatives who immigrated from other countries some time in the last several hundred years. And while the distinctive American culture and spirit is the result of blending many diverse cultures and histories, the United States has for centuries had an up-and-down relationship with immigration. Each era of...
Biggest sources of immigrants to Mobile Over 15% of the United States population is composed of immigrants. But in reality, the vast majority of Americans today are here because of relatives who immigrated from other countries some time in the last several hundred years. And while the distinctive American culture and spirit is the result of blending many diverse cultures and histories, the United States has for centuries had an up-and-down relationship with immigration. Each era of immigration...
Biggest sources of immigrants to Huntsville Over 15% of the United States population is composed of immigrants. But in reality, the vast majority of Americans today are here because of relatives who immigrated from other countries some time in the last several hundred years. And while the distinctive American culture and spirit is the result of blending many diverse cultures and histories, the United States has for centuries had an up-and-down relationship with immigration. Each era of...
Biggest sources of immigrants to Gadsden Over 15% of the United States population is composed of immigrants. But in reality, the vast majority of Americans today are here because of relatives who immigrated from other countries some time in the last several hundred years. And while the distinctive American culture and spirit is the result of blending many diverse cultures and histories, the United States has for centuries had an up-and-down relationship with immigration. Each era of immigration...
Biggest sources of immigrants to Florence Over 15% of the United States population is composed of immigrants. But in reality, the vast majority of Americans today are here because of relatives who immigrated from other countries some time in the last several hundred years. And while the distinctive American culture and spirit is the result of blending many diverse cultures and histories, the United States has for centuries had an up-and-down relationship with immigration. Each era of...
Biggest sources of immigrants to Dothan Over 15% of the United States population is composed of immigrants. But in reality, the vast majority of Americans today are here because of relatives who immigrated from other countries some time in the last several hundred years. And while the distinctive American culture and spirit is the result of blending many diverse cultures and histories, the United States has for centuries had an up-and-down relationship with immigration. Each era of immigration...
Biggest sources of immigrants to Decatur Over 15% of the United States population is composed of immigrants. But in reality, the vast majority of Americans today are here because of relatives who immigrated from other countries some time in the last several hundred years. And while the distinctive American culture and spirit is the result of blending many diverse cultures and histories, the United States has for centuries had an up-and-down relationship with immigration. Each era of immigration...
Biggest sources of immigrants to Daphne Over 15% of the United States population is composed of immigrants. But in reality, the vast majority of Americans today are here because of relatives who immigrated from other countries some time in the last several hundred years. And while the distinctive American culture and spirit is the result of blending many diverse cultures and histories, the United States has for centuries had an up-and-down relationship with immigration. Each era of immigration...
Biggest sources of immigrants to Birmingham Over 15% of the United States population is composed of immigrants. But in reality, the vast majority of Americans today are here because of relatives who immigrated from other countries some time in the last several hundred years. And while the distinctive American culture and spirit is the result of blending many diverse cultures and histories, the United States has for centuries had an up-and-down relationship with immigration. Each era of...
Biggest sources of immigrants to Auburn Over 15% of the United States population is composed of immigrants. But in reality, the vast majority of Americans today are here because of relatives who immigrated from other countries some time in the last several hundred years. And while the distinctive American culture and spirit is the result of blending many diverse cultures and histories, the United States has for centuries had an up-and-down relationship with immigration. Each era of immigration...
Biggest sources of immigrants to Anniston Over 15% of the United States population is composed of immigrants. But in reality, the vast majority of Americans today are here because of relatives who immigrated from other countries some time in the last several hundred years. And while the distinctive American culture and spirit is the result of blending many diverse cultures and histories, the United States has for centuries had an up-and-down relationship with immigration. Each era of...
September 1, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - On August 22, 2025, U.S. District Judge Anna Manasco ruled that Alabama's current State Senate map violates Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act by diluting the voting power of Black residents in the Montgomery area. Her 261-page opinion mandates the creation of a second majority-Black district in or near Montgomery, echoing language from a 2023 ruling in Alabama's congressional redistricting case. The Court's Findings Judge Manasco found that the 2021 Senate...
August 29, 2025 - PIKE ROAD - In a closely watched municipal election, longtime Pike Road Mayor Gordon Stone secured re-election on August 26, 2025, edging out challenger Mark Spurlin by a razor-thin margin of just 54 votes. The final tally-1,566 to 1,512-underscored both the intensity of the race and the growing civic engagement in one of Alabama's fastest-developing towns. Stone, who has served as mayor since Pike Road's incorporation in 2004, expressed gratitude and optimism following the...
September 2, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a landmark decision, Huntsville, Alabama has been selected as the permanent headquarters for the U.S. Space Command, solidifying the city's reputation as a pivotal center for America's space and missile defense. U.S. Representative Terri Sewell (AL-07) joined the Alabama delegation in celebrating the final decision, stating, "Huntsville, Alabama is unequivocally the best place for Space Command. The Rocket City and the entire State of Alabama are t...
Enterprise, Alabama is heading into a pivotal moment in its local governance as the city prepares for a mayoral runoff election on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. The race pits incumbent Mayor William E. "Bill" Cooper against challenger Bill Baker, after neither candidate secured a majority in the initial round of voting held on August 26. First-Round Results Out of approximately 20,000 registered voters, only 3,920 ballots were cast in the initial election. The results were as follows: Incumbent...
September 1, 2025 - HUEYHTOWN, AL - In a significant boost to his congressional campaign, Republican candidate Case Dixon has received the official endorsement of BamaCarry, Alabama's leading grassroots organization dedicated to Second Amendment rights. The endorsement comes as Dixon challenges incumbent Rep. Gary Palmer in the 2026 Republican primary for Alabama's 6th Congressional District. BamaCarry's Statement of Support In a public announcement, BamaCarry praised Dixon as a "passionate...
September 1, 2025 - MOODY, AL. - Starting September 1, Alabama shoppers will see immediate savings at the checkout line as the state's grocery tax drops from 3% to 2%, marking a major milestone in a long-running effort to ease the financial burden on families across the state. The change, enacted under Act 2025-305, applies to all SNAP-eligible food items, which include most groceries intended for home consumption. While local city and county taxes remain unchanged for now, the state's move...
Suicide risk rises in fall. Here’s what we can do about it. Every September, Suicide Prevention Month brings a flurry of hashtags, awareness walks, and online tributes. But here’s what often gets left out: suicide risk doesn’t peak during the holidays, as many believe; it actually climbs in the fall. This seasonal uptick isn’t just anecdotal. A study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders found that suicide rates consistently spiked across September and October across multiple countri...
