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What are expense receipts and how should I track them? Manually tracking expense receipts shouldn't feel like a second job, but for most finance teams, that's what it can turn into. According to the Global Business Travel Association, 19% of expense reports contain errors, and each time a report is submitted with errors, it costs $52 and 18 minutes to correct. Between following up with employees for crumpled receipts, manually entering data from faded thermal paper, and scrambling to meet audit...
November 10, 2025 - MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday announced she has chosen Will Parker to serve on the Alabama Supreme Court. Parker is a longtime legal advisor to Governor Ivey and comes to the bench after a successful tenure as General Counsel to the governor. He fills the vacancy left by Bill Lewis. Governor Ivey previously appointed Lewis to the Alabama Supreme Court before President Donald Trump selected him for a federal judgeship. Since December 2019, Parker has served as Gover...
November 10, 2025 - (Montgomery, Ala) – Attorney General Steve Marshall announced that the Cullman County Circuit Court granted his request for a temporary restraining order against Aurora IV and Wellness, a Cullman-based IV infusion clinic, and its owners, Amanda and Chris Medders. The Attorney General alleges that the defendants illegally administered unsafe, research-grade weight loss drugs to patients without their knowledge or consent. The Attorney General's Office sought a temporary r...
How to choose the best cold and flu medicine for your symptoms If you find yourself feeling feverish and coming down with a cough, congestion, or a runny nose, you might reach for a quick, over-the-counter (OTC) fix. But with so many products to choose from in the cold and flu aisle, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. OTC cold and flu medicines won’t cure an infection. But they can help make symptoms more manageable. GoodRx, a platform for medication savings, explains how to determine which OTC medi...
Buy online, pickup in store: 4 agile retail trends redefining the customer experience Retail is one of the most dynamic segments, especially when it comes to adopting and integrating new technologies and business models. It’s the only way to exist and thrive in such a competitive world. One of the most interesting changes in recent years is the increasing popularity of the “Buy Online, Pickup In Store” (BOPIS) model. Also known as click-and-collect, this model blurs the lines between physi...
With rising debt comes rising costs: The rise of global yields Despite central banks influencing the direction of long-term yields, they are, for the most part, market-sensitive, OANDA reports. Even during the Trump Administration’s push for rapid Federal Reserve rate cuts, long-term rates remained stubbornly high, which kept borrowing costs elevated for consumers. Key takeaways: - Since 2020, bond yields have surged amid historic volatility — the once “safe” market now drives global risk se...
Redefining the conversation around men’s mental health Men’s mental health is often overlooked, but it shouldn’t be. Talking about emotions isn’t always easy — especially for men. Society often teaches men to “tough it out” instead of seeking help. This mindset can take a serious toll. Every year, six million men in the U.S. experience depression, and men are two to three times more likely to deal with unhealthy substance use than women. Yet men are far less likely to seek therapy. With men dyin...
JACKSON COUNTY, Ala., November 11, 2025 - The Alabama Farmers Federation has announced its endorsement of Rep. Mike Kirkland for House District 23 in Jackson County. "Mike Kirkland is a conservative who has represented us well in Montgomery and at home," said Phillip Thompson, president of the Jackson County Farmers Federation. "We appreciate his service and are proud to support his re-election." While working full time in a textile mill, Kirkland received his associate's degree from Northeast...
November 12, 2025 - As tensions escalate between Venezuela and the United States, President Nicolás Maduro's government is preparing for what it views as an imminent military threat. With the arrival of the USS Gerald R. Ford-the world's largest aircraft carrier-and thousands of U.S. personnel in the Caribbean, Venezuela has activated a sweeping defense plan that includes guerrilla warfare, mass mobilization, and civilian training. The situation marks a dramatic shift in hemispheric relations...
November 11, 2025 - Federal authorities-specifically the U.S. Marshals Service-rescued 101 missing children in Memphis as part of a 40-day joint operation with local law enforcement. This major recovery effort was led by the Memphis Safe Task Force in collaboration with the U.S. Marshals Service Missing Child Unit. The operation, which concluded in early November 2025, focused on locating and safely returning missing and endangered children across Memphis and Shelby County. Key details from the...
Talking to a door-to-door solar sales rep? Beware of these red flags. Buying solar can save you money and reduce your environmental footprint, but only if you know what to look for — and what to look out for. Door-to-door solar sales are a widely accepted form of lead generation in the solar industry, despite the lack of regulation. And while trade groups like the Solar Energy Industries Association recommend best practices, both for the well-being of consumers and the overall health of the indu...
Berit Kessler // Shutterstock Coldest Novembers in Alabama since 1895 Stacker compiled a ranking of the coldest Novembers in Alabama since 1895 using data from the National Centers for Environmental Information. Rankings are based on the lowest average temperature in each month. For each of the coldest months listed below, we've included the average state temperature, state-wide highs and lows for the month, and the total precipitation. #10. November 1898 - Average temperature: 49.8°F -...
In a tragic act of violence that has shaken the Tuscaloosa community, two sisters-20-year-old Kaliyah Houston and her 16-year-old sibling-were fatally shot late Monday night at Woodlawn Manor Apartments. A third victim, a 17-year-old male, survived the attack and is recovering. Authorities have arrested 19-year-old Keshawn Jermichael Woods, who now faces charges of capital murder and attempted murder. The shooting and immediate response Tuscaloosa Police responded to reports of gunfire around...
November 12, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA - Today, The Conservation Fund announced the protection of the historic Ben Moore Hotel, which was an integral part of Montgomery's unique role in African American history and the civil rights movement. Built by Matthew F. "Ben" Moore, the four-story brick and concrete hotel represented modern progress in Montgomery's Centennial Hill neighborhood with dozens of guest rooms, a restaurant, barber shops, and a rooftop nightclub. "Once a beacon for the...
November 25, 2025 - MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Friday signed a proclamation directing Saturday, November 29, 2025, the Saturday after Thanksgiving, as Small Business Saturday in Alabama. In the proclamation, Governor Ivey notes that Alabama "believes small businesses are the backbone of our economy and the glue that holds communities together." According to the U.S. Small Business Administration's (SBA) 2025 Small Business Profile, there are 465,610 small businesses operating across t...
October 28, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - "The Schumer Shutdown is harming the American family," said House Values Action Team (VAT) Chairman Robert Aderholt. "VAT exists to protect American families, including the millions now straining to make ends meet during this reckless shutdown." "Democratic leaders are holding American families hostage to prolong this shutdown, all in service of subsidizing a broken system and prioritizing healthcare for illegal immigrants. Take them at their word: Senate...
October 24, 2025 - PENSACOLA, FL - In a dramatic escalation of its campaign against transnational drug cartels, the United States has deployed its most advanced aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, to the Caribbean Sea. The move, announced by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on October 24, 2025, marks a significant shift in the Trump administration's strategy to combat narcotics trafficking in the Western Hemisphere. The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, which had previously been...
October 28, 2025 - CULLMAN COUNTY – Voters in Cullman County went to the polls and spoke loud and clear giving Republican Cindy Myrex a landslide victory over Democrat Matt Glover in the special election for House District 12. With 100% of precincts reporting, the unofficial results are as follows: Cindy Myrex (the Republican) had 1,944 votes, 87.06%. The Democrat - Matt Glover received just 287 votes, 12.85% There were two write-in votes, 0.09% Myrex has won the Special General Election and w...
What top marketing job candidates really want The digital marketing job market has shifted. What used to be employer-driven is now more candidate-driven. Top marketing talent is in high demand, and candidates are less willing to settle. They expect more from the brand, the hiring process, and the entire work experience. For companies that understand this shift, which Digital Marketing Recruiters explores in this story, meeting those expectations isn’t a luxury — it’s now essential. As digital ma...
October 23, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) has joined Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) in introducing the Kayla Hamilton Act, a bill aimed at tightening federal oversight of unaccompanied alien children (UACs) and the adults who sponsor them. The legislation, named in honor of Kayla Hamilton-a Maryland woman tragically killed by a 17-year-old MS-13 gang member who entered the U.S. as a UAC-seeks to prevent similar crimes by mandating comprehensive background checks and...
October 24, 2025 - CULLMAN COUNTRY - Cullman County voters are preparing to cast their ballots in a pivotal special election to fill the Alabama House of Representatives District 12 seat, left vacant after the resignation of former Representative Corey Harbison (R) in April 2025. The race pits Republican nominee Cindy Myrex against Democratic challenger Matt Glover in a contest that has drawn attention across the state for its potential to shape local policy and reflect broader political...
October 24, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - As the federal government shutdown stretches into its fourth week, Alabama families who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) are facing growing uncertainty. With November benefits at risk, state agencies and food banks are preparing for potential disruptions that could affect more than 750,000 Alabamians. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has warned that without Congressional action, there will be "insufficient funds" to pay...
October 24, 2025 - BIRMINGHAM, AL - As the federal government shutdown stretches into its third week, Alabama families who rely on the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) are facing growing uncertainty. While emergency funds have temporarily kept the program afloat, officials warn that without Congressional action, WIC could run out of money within days-jeopardizing food access for thousands of low-income mothers and children across the state. What's at...
The consequences of an unreported fender bender A fender bender can feel like a minor inconvenience, a brief, stressful disruption quickly resolved with a handshake and an agreement to “keep the insurance companies out of it.” Drivers often make this snap decision to avoid the immediate hassle of filing a claim or the feared increase in their car insurance rates. However, choosing to handle a car accident privately, regardless of how minor it appears at the scene, is a financially and leg...
President Donald Trump has nominated two prominent Alabama conservatives-Phil Williams and Thomas Govan Jr.-to serve as U.S. Attorneys for the Northern and Middle Districts of Alabama, respectively. The announcement, made on October 22, 2025, marks a significant reshaping of federal leadership in the state's justice system. Phil Williams: Northern District Nominee Williams, a former Republican state senator and longtime conservative radio host, has been tapped to lead the Northern District,...
