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How AI is changing the news, and what businesses need to know Artificial intelligence has moved beyond being just a productivity tool — it’s changing the way people find and consume news. This shift is already reshaping how organizations approach public relations, investor relations and corporate communications, Notified reports. According to Mary Meeker’s 2025 State of the Internet report, ChatGPT is already handling an estimated 365 billion searches annually — a growth rate more than five time...
Father carrying daughter on shoulders in park. NDAB Creativity // // Shutterstock Best county to raise a family in every state Known in other parts of the world as shires, provinces, or territories, the United States' counties—also called boroughs or parishes in certain states—date back to the 1600s, when settlers first came to find freedom from British rule. Today, those counties remain, with the 50 states divided into several, each with its own unique makeup. Location is everything for cou...
Unlocking your business potential: A comprehensive guide to working capital In the fast-paced world of small business, managing finances often feels like a juggling act, with numerous elements demanding your attention. Among these, working capital is a critical factor that can significantly impact your business’s financial health. It serves as a financial cushion, allowing you to maintain normal operations while also seizing new opportunities as they arise. But what exactly is working c...
A red meat allergy from tick bites is spreading, and the lone star tick isn’t the only alpha-gal carrier to worry about Hours after savoring that perfectly grilled steak on a beautiful summer evening, your body turns traitor, declaring war on the very meal you just enjoyed. You begin to feel excruciating itchiness, pain or even swelling that can escalate to the point of requiring emergency care. The culprit isn’t food poisoning — it’s the fallout from a tick bite you may have gotten months...
September 4, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL. - In a dramatic escalation of tensions between state leadership and the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA), Governor Kay Ivey and House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter (R–Rainsville) have jointly filed for an injunction to block an AHSAA rule that sidelines student-athletes participating in the state's new school choice program. The Controversy: CHOOSE Act vs. AHSAA Transfer Rule At the heart of the dispute is the Creating Hope and Opportunity for O...
Sissy is a female Great Pyrenees, seven-months-old, about 60 lbs so not a large Pyrenees. She is super sweet, active, good with other dogs. Sissy showed up at a farm as a stray and promptly ate some of their chickens and chased the cat so might be a better city Pyrenees. Our adoption fees are $100 for dogs & $50 for cats under one-year-old; cats over one-year-old can be adopted by approved adopters for a fee of their choosing. This adoption fee completely covers the mandatory spay or neuter,...
African American man is holdiong his phone close to a credit card reader held by a waiter at a table. Shutterstock // Cameron Prins The cashless shift in America: What it means for shoppers and businesses Step aside, cash: There's a new king in America, and it's made of plastic. Fewer Americans are using cash for everyday purchases, favoring credit or debit cards and smartphone wallets instead. Several trends have fueled this shift. Online shopping has skyrocketed, with online retail sales...
How ChatGPT is quietly replacing review sites People love credit card points: the more you spend, the more you save. But figuring out which card will save you the most money isn’t easy. There are more options than you’d ever be able to look at individually, and you can go down deep rabbit holes comparing percentage points, airline transferability, sign-up bonuses, and more. Until recently, the best way to sort through all this complexity was to consult financial product review sites like Ner...
September 3, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) joined fellow Republican lawmakers this week in a press conference supporting former President Donald Trump’s decision to deploy the National Guard to Washington, D.C., amid rising concerns over crime and urban decay. Tuberville also co-introduced the CLEAN D.C. Act alongside Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX), a legislative proposal aimed at bolstering law enforcement capabilities in the nation’s capital. The press confe...
In a sharply divided 6–3 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court has cleared the way for federal immigration agents to resume sweeping raids across Los Angeles, overturning a lower court's injunction that had temporarily blocked the practice. The ruling marks a significant victory for President Donald Trump's administration and its aggressive immigration enforcement strategy, while reigniting fierce debate over racial profiling, constitutional protections, and the role of federal power in local c...
August 29, 2025 - LEEDS, AL. - The race to lead one of Jefferson County's fastest-growing cities is far from over. After a highly competitive municipal election on August 26, longtime community leader Eddie Moore and challenger Kenneth Washington are headed to a runoff for mayor of Leeds. Neither candidate secured the required majority, setting the stage for a decisive showdown in September. Moore led the field with 1,315 votes (49.07%), just shy of the 50% threshold needed to win outright....
September 4, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a dramatic escalation of tensions over federal vaccine policy, every Democratic member of the Senate Finance Committee has publicly called for the resignation of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The demand comes just hours before Kennedy is scheduled to testify before the committee amid mounting controversy over his handling of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and broader public health strategy. CDC Turmoil...
Hope Hull Eyes Incorporation: A Historic Crossroads Prepares for Civic Identity Hope Hull, AL - August 2025 Residents of Hope Hull, a historic community just south of Montgomery, are exploring the possibility of formal incorporation-a move that could reshape local governance, infrastructure planning, and economic development in southern Montgomery County. The push for township status comes amid growing interest in preserving Hope Hull's identity while managing the pressures of industrial...
Snowdoun Community Working Towards Incorporation "Incorporating Snowdoun gives us the chance to shape our own future. We love our land, our neighbors, and our way of life - and we want to protect it for generations to come" R. Harris Resident WHY INCORPORATE? Protect farmland and rural character Gain local control over zoning, development, and land use Preserve community values Support agricultural businesses Avoid annexation by the city of Montgomery Empower residents to make decisions that di...
Do you need a heart checkup? Christopher Malin had always been diligent about his health, so he was used to getting the basic tests — blood pressure readings and blood tests for cholesterol and glucose levels. The 59-year-old Melville, New York, resident knew he faced a higher risk of heart disease because of blood pressure that remained high despite medications and a family history of cardiac problems. Malin thought he’d covered all the bases. But at a visit with his primary care doctor in ear...
Kids are making deepfakes of each other, and laws aren’t keeping up Last October, a 13-year-old boy in Wisconsin used a picture of his classmate celebrating her bat mitzvah to create a deepfake nude he then shared on Snapchat. This is not an isolated incident. Over the past few years, there has been case after case of school-age children using deepfakes to prank or bully their classmates. And it keeps getting easier to do. When they emerged online eight years ago, deepfakes were initially d...
How to do data enrichment the right way Data is the lifeblood of modern business. The value of any business decision starts and ends with data quality. This is why bad or incomplete databases can completely cripple a business, and why you need efficient data enrichment practices to stay ahead of the curve and set the standard within your market. What is data enrichment? In this article, Apollo.io will cover the ins and outs of data enrichment and explain exactly how you can use it to append yo...
Eczema prevalence and laundry practices: Navigating skin health in an era of rising allergies Allergies are becoming more common in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Center for Health Statistics, nearly 1 in 3 adults and over 1 in 4 children have been diagnosed with a seasonal allergy, eczema, or food allergy. Eczema is a chronic skin condition that affects up to 10% of adults and up to 20% of children. It's more than just dry skin. Eczema...
September 9, 2025 - Mayor Mike Oakley, the mayor of Centreville at present, has filed an election challenge in the circuit court of Bibb County, Alabama. When the original election results were tabulated on the city's election day, Tuesday, August 26th, 2025, both Mayor Oakley and his opponent, Barry Cooner, ended up in an exact tie. With 326 votes being attributed to each one of them. That left both the citizens of Centreville and the mayoral candidates salivating for a full week before the pro...
ORLANDO, FL. - September 9, 2025 Alabama's grace, grit, and heart were on full display this weekend as Emma Terry, crowned Miss Alabama 2025, finished as fourth runner-up in the prestigious Miss America 2026 competition. Representing her hometown of Leeds, Terry stood out among 52 contestants from across the country, earning accolades for her talent, service, and leadership. Held at the Walt Disney Theater in Orlando, the competition marked the culmination of months of preparation and advocacy....
September 8, 2025 - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) delivered a Senate floor speech defending embattled HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy and highlighting his push for health reform and accountability at HHS. Introduction In a fervent address from the Senate floor, Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) mounted a robust defense of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., following what he described as a coordinated political attack during a recent...
September 6, 2025 - MOBILE, AL. - In a game that had all the makings of a season-defining moment, South Alabama's Jaguars came within inches of a dramatic comeback victory, only to fall 33–31 to Tulane in front of a packed crowd at Hancock Whitney Stadium. The September 6 matchup was more than just a non-conference clash-it was a test of resilience, leadership, and execution under pressure. And while the Jaguars showed flashes of brilliance, Tulane's mid-game surge and late-game poise ultimately...
September 10, 2025 - ETOWAH COUNTY, AL., - The Alabama Farmers Federation has announced its endorsement of Amy Dozier Minton for Senate District 10 which covers all or portions of Etowah, Cherokee and DeKalb counties. "Amy Minton has proven her conservative values through her work with the local and state Republican parties," said Donald Sewell, president of the Etowah County Farmers Federation. "We are confident she will serve us well in Montgomery in the Alabama Senate." DeKalb County Farmers...
AI in procurement: Top benefits, use cases, and best practices Artificial intelligence is fundamentally changing how companies buy goods and services, transforming procurement from a back-office function into a strategic business driver. Where procurement teams once spent weeks manually reviewing contracts and processing invoices, machine learning algorithms now scan thousands of documents in minutes, flag spending anomalies in real-time, and predict supplier disruptions before they impact opera...
Andy Dean Photography // Shutterstock The most expensive homes sold in Auburn this year House prices have hovered near record highs for months, pushing affordability to new lows. But that hasn't stopped ultra-wealthy buyers from splashing the cash. With deep pockets and relative insulation from today's uncertain market, many affluent buyers are leaning into real estate as a tangible investment. California, Florida, and New York lead in these ultra-luxury sales, regularly posting $20...
