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Nearly 19 million people in the US live in a food desert: Here’s what that means We talk a lot about eating healthier — more greens, less sugar, fewer processed foods. But what if access to those healthier choices isn’t actually a choice for everyone? Obesity is an increasingly common health issue in the U.S., and it’s linked to higher risks of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers. While personal habits matter, access to nutritious food — or the lack of it — plays a huge r...
June 26, 2025 – Montgomery, AL - In a sweeping enforcement action that has sent shockwaves through Alabama's hemp industry, state and local law enforcement agencies raided multiple CBD and vape shops this week, just days before a controversial new hemp regulation law is set to take effect. The Alabama Gazette spoke to Democratic gubernatorial candidate Chad "Chig" Martin about this issue. Martin and his daughter operate Honeysuckle Hemp - a hemp store in Dothan. Martin said that he shut his stor...
Smiths Station, AL – June 26, 2025 - Small business owner, law enforcement officer, and U.S. Army veteran Micah Messer has officially announced his candidacy for the Alabama House of Representatives, District 38, following the resignation of incumbent Rep. Debbie Wood (R-Valley). Messer, a lifelong resident of Alabama and member of the Alabama National Guard, is running on a platform of transparency, accountability, and common-sense governance. In his announcement, he emphasized his deep r...
Weight-loss injections are dominating the market: Where will GLP-1 pills fit in? Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) medications have emerged as powerful tools for weight loss. So far, injectable options like Wegovy (semaglutide) and Zepbound (tirzepatide) have led the way. And their benefits go beyond weight loss alone — as they’ve shown to improve heart health, kidney health, and even sleep apnea. But injectable medications aren’t right for everyone. That’s where a new wave of oral GLP-1 medicat...
June 25, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike Rogers (R-AL03) praised NATO's decision to set a new increase in defense spending to 5% of gross domestic product (GDP) spending by 2035. "NATO's decision to raise its defense spending commitment to 5% of GDP is a vital response to the growing threat posed by Vladimir Putin and the deepening cooperation among Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea," said Chairman Rogers. "Front-line allies like Poland and the Ba...
A woman looking at the older woman sitting in front of her. They are in the office with files in the background and a plate of vegetables and fruit on the desk. amenic181 // Shutterstock Demand for dietitians is growing as Americans crave healthier lifestyles. Here's what the job entails. In an era of social media influencers endorsing fad diets, questionable cleanses, and quick weight loss fixes, registered dietitians are arguably more valuable than ever in helping to cut through...
9 Investor Insights Survey: 68% plan to expand or shift strategies While it’s true that the last few years have been challenging in terms of inflation, geo-political turmoil, and higher-than-average interest rates, in good news, the majority of investors who responded to SoFi’s 2025 investing survey revealed some strong, forward-looking sentiment. Of the 1,000 investors we surveyed, close to 90% invested money in their portfolios over the past year. In addition, nearly two-thirds (65%) said t...
June 24, 2025 - Voters in Fayette, Lamar, and Walker Counties, as well as portions of Jefferson and Tuscaloosa Counties, went to the polls today for the Special General Election in Alabama State Senate District 5. The candidates in the race were Republican State Representative Matt Woods and Democrat Ryan Cagle. The unofficial results are as follows: Matt Woods (R): 7,707 votes, 86.00% Ryan Cagle (D): 1,238 votes, 13.81% Write-ins: 17 votes, 0.19% Based on the preliminary results, Matt Woods...
How to reduce student loans If you've got student debt to repay, you're not alone. An estimated 42.7 million Americans are in the same boat. It's easy to stress over student loans, but take a deep breath. You just need a plan to pay them off — ideally sooner rather than later. In addition to showing you how to lower personal loan costs, Achieve looks at how to reduce student loan debt and unburden your budget. Key takeaways: - Income-driven repayment (IDR) plans can help you pay less toward y...
June 24, 2025 — There have been a series of immigration enforcement actions by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) across Alabama this week. U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Alabama) said on social media, “The Biden Administration knowingly released Iranian illegal aliens into the interior of our country for four years. Open border policies don’t just threaten our communities, they put our national security at risk. Grateful @POTUS continues to secure our border and our nation.” ICE has...
June 23, 2025 - HOOVER, AL - The qualifying period for the special election in State House District 63 officially closed at 5:00 p.m. CDT this evening-Monday, June 23, 2025. At the close of qualifying, Tuscaloosa City Councilman Norman Crow was the only individual to qualify as a Republican candidate in the race. As a result, Councilor Crow is now the official Alabama Republican Party nominee for House District 63. "We are thrilled to have such an experienced candidate with solid conservative...
The evolution of design thinking: From products to problem-solving across industries Once a niche process used mostly in product design, design thinking has become a flexible, people-first framework for solving problems across business, education, entertainment, and more. This story, based on information gathered by Lazzoni, follows the five classic stages of design thinking — empathize, define, ideate, prototype, and test — and shows how major innovators have used it to shape everything fro...
"God and Country" Remains the Guiding Motto as Paschal Seeks to Continue His Fight for Conservative Values and Alabama Families June 24, 2025 - Pelham, AL – Representative Kenneth Paschal today officially announced his candidacy for reelection to the Alabama House of Representatives, District 73, which includes portions of Alabaster, Helena, Montevallo, and Pelham. A proud conservative Republican, Army veteran, and steadfast defender of traditional values, Paschal is seeking a second term to c...
June 24, 2025 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) participated in a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing to consider the nominations of Vice Admiral Charles B. Cooper II, to be Commander for United States Central Command. Senator Tuberville discussed the Houthi insurgency in Yemen and their threat on international shipping. The Houthis have fired on U.S. ships including an American aircraft carrier; but we currently have a ceasefire with them. Admiral Cooper said, "...
June 24, 2025 - HOMEWOOD, AL - An 18-year-old from Aliceville, Alabama was shot and killed by a Homewood police officer Monday night following a physical altercation at Homewood Soccer Park, according to multiple law enforcement sources. The incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. on June 23, when a Homewood Police Department officer responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle parked near the soccer fields on South Lakeshore Drive. According to a statement released by the department, the officer...
In a dramatic legal turn that has captured the attention of Alabama's political and veterans' communities, retired U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Kent Davis has filed a federal lawsuit against Governor Kay Ivey and the State of Alabama, alleging wrongful termination, defamation, and violations of his constitutional rights. The lawsuit, filed in June 2025 in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Alabama, stems from Davis's abrupt dismissal as Commissioner of the Alabama Department of...
June 24, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C.- This is the anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court decision overturning the controversial 1973 Roe versus Wade decision that created an abortion right in the U.S. Constitution - where none had ever existed before. Congressman Robert Aderholt released a statement on the anniversary of the United States Supreme Court's decision on Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization: "Today marks the third anniversary of the United States Supreme Court's decision in Dobbs...
June 24, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL. – Wes Allen, Alabama's Secretary of State, is announcing the introduction of a security emblem to Alabama ballots in 2026. Alabama is the first state in the nation to work with our Alabama ballot printing vendor to implement the use of security emblems that are invisible to the human eye, and are detectable only with specialized equipment that will be provided to election officials in each county. "The implementation of this emblem system is taking our state's e...
June 23, 2025 - ORANGE BEACH, AL - The Alabama Associated General Contractors (AGC), one of the state's leading organizations representing construction and infrastructure professionals, has officially endorsed Christina Woerner McInnis for the Republican nomination for Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries. The AGC praised McInnis for her strong business acumen, agricultural roots, and her alignment with Alabama's job-creating industries. Billy Norrell is the Chief Executive Officer of the...
Konstantin L // Shutterstock Cities with the most expensive homes in Alabama Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to tremendously rise in value. But with home prices reaching record heights, affordability plays a huge role for buyers. The typical home value in the United States was $366,289 in May, 0.4% higher than the year before. High mortgage rates are also making monthly payments more...
How rising home prices are influencing furniture choices As home prices continue to climb across the United States, many Americans are re-evaluating not just where they live, but how they furnish their homes. House of Leon explores the intersection of real estate trends and home decor preferences, which reveals a shift toward more intentional, adaptable, and value-driven furniture purchases. The escalating cost of homeownership In the first quarter of 2025, the median sales price of houses sold...
5 surprising stats on alcohol use disorder Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a serious and often misunderstood condition affecting millions of people in the United States. Despite alcohol’s cultural normalization, AUD contributes to a staggering number of deaths each year and poses a major public health threat. Stigma, misinformation, and a lack of access to care continue to obscure who is affected, the role of co-occurring mental health conditions, and what treatment and recovery can look like. A...
Happy Together // Shutterstock See the most extreme temperatures in Alabama history On July 9, 2021, California's Death Valley reached 130 degrees Fahrenheit, according to an automated measuring system there, representing one of the highest temperatures ever recorded on the planet. The world record, also recorded at Death Valley, was 134 degrees in July 1913. More than 210 degrees Fahrenheit separates the highest and the lowest temperatures on record in the United States, the third-largest...
June 23, 2025 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) joined U.S. Senators Thom Tillis (R-North Carolina), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tennessee), Ted Budd (R-North Carolina), and Bill Cassidy (R-Louisiana) in introducing the Safe and Open Streets Act in response to recent anti-immigration law enforcement riots in Los Angles. The senators' legislation would make it a federal crime to purposely obstruct, delay, or impact commerce by blocking a public road or highway. The penalties...
June 29, 2025 – WASHINGTON, D.C.-The Republican controlled U.S. Senate voted late Saturday to advance President Trump's tax-and-spending megabill. Two Republicans voted "No" but the defections ultimately did not matter as the bill narrowly cleared the key procedural hurdle. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act passed 51 to 49, with all Republicans voting in favor – excepts for Senators Thom Tillis (R-North Carolina) and Rand Paul (R-Kentucky). All Democrats were opposed. This puts the Senate on tra...
