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MONTGOMERY, AL. - A recent analysis of CDC data has placed Alabama among the top ten states with the most dramatic rise in adult vaping rates between 2016 and 2022. According to the study, conducted by online retailer Huff and Puffers using the CDC's Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS), Alabama saw a 103.9% increase in e-cigarette use among adults-jumping from 5.1% in 2016 to 10.4% in 2022. This surge places Alabama sixth nationally, just behind Hawaii and ahead of Mississippi,...
US rolls toward a ‘terrible’ government shutdown, no exit ramp in sight Democrats and Republicans on Capitol Hill have entered a stalemate over whether to fund the government for seven weeks or begin a shutdown that could last considerably longer, amid high partisan tensions. Lawmakers, it seems, did not learn from two earlier shutdowns that produced zero results for Republicans who tried to force their policy preferences on Democrats. The 2013 shutdown that lasted 16 days began with GOP dem...
Dousing the fire of GERD If you have an esophagus, you’ve almost certainly experienced the occasional bout of heartburn — that painful sensation that occurs when highly acidic stomach juices splash up into the tube that connects your mouth and stomach. It’s no fun, but the discomfort quickly passes. But if you have frequent heartburn — called gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD — you know it can be a life-altering misery. People with GERD can experience such sharp pain it’s like they’re bei...
Do red light tickets affect insurance? The complexities of a red light violation can be confusing, especially when considering the potential impact on your car insurance rates. CheapInsurance.com breaks down what constitutes running a red light, the consequences, and how it can affect your driving record and insurance premiums. What Is a Red Light Violation? A red light violation, or “running a red light,” occurs when a driver fails to comply with traffic signals at an intersection. This is a t...
Founders are rethinking startup funding, and VC isn’t the default Venture capital may still dominate Silicon Valley headlines, but most early-stage founders aren’t relying on it to fund their businesses. A May 2025 Mercury survey of 1,500 U.S. entrepreneurs running companies less than six years old found that VC investment ranked only fifth among top funding sources, behind self-funding, business loans, revenue-based financing, and support from friends and family. In fact, Mercury reports tha...
================================================== ERROR IMPORTING STORY: Invalid canonical URL: ================================================== Istvan Csak // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Alabama in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Alabama. Gas prices are as of September 19. Alabama by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.80 - Week change: -$0.01 (-0.5%) - Year change: +$0.02 (+0.6%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.63 (6/14/22) - Diesel current...
September 10, 2025 – OREM, UTAH - Charlie Kirk, the 31-year-old founder of Turning Point USA and a prominent conservative voice, was shot and killed today while speaking at Utah Valley University during the kickoff of his "American Comeback Tour." The incident occurred just after noon local time, sending shockwaves through political and campus communities nationwide. President Donald J. Trump (R) announced on Truth Social: "The Great, and even Legendary, Charlie Kirk, is dead. No one u...
The state of AI in sales in 2025 The strange thing about revolutions is that you often don't notice when you're in the middle of them. Consider the iPhone. When it first came out, many consumers thought it wasn't that big of a deal. (Investors felt the same — one even called it "dead on arrival.") But within weeks, that sleek little gadget stopped being a novelty and became a default. Most users now think in "iOS" — calendars, maps, messages, ideas — all neatly organized in their pockets. Apoll...
September 19, 2025 - CULLMAN COUNTY, AL. - The Alabama Farmers Federation has announced its endorsement of Sen. Garlan Gudger for Alabama Senate District 4 which covers Cullman, Marion and Winston counties. "Sen. Gudger is a conservative leader in the Alabama Senate," said Lee Haynes, president of the Cullman County Farmers Federation. "He has worked hard to see that our interests are met in Montgomery and at home." "Sen. Gudger is an outstanding public servant and one we can depend on to watch...
September 20,2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a decisive move to break a months-long stalemate in the U.S. Senate, Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) announced the successful confirmation of 48 civilian nominees put forward by President Donald Trump. The confirmations mark a turning point in the 119th Congress, following what Britt and other Republicans have described as "unprecedented obstruction" by Senate Democrats. The nominees-ranging from midlevel executive branch officials to ambassadors-were...
6 early crypto giveaways and what they're worth now With no real markets or user base, the first wave of cryptocurrencies needed a way to spread. The answer was simple: give the coins away. Faucets, airdrops and oddball promotions put tokens into people’s hands for free. Now, many of those giveaways rank among some of the most valuable windfalls in financial history. 6 incredible crypto giveaways From gaming tournaments to email signups, early crypto projects found creative ways to distribute t...
The political world is preparing to bid farewell to Charlie Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA, whose assassination on September 10 sent shockwaves across the nation. Kirk was fatally shot while speaking at Utah Valley University, a tragedy that has sparked widespread mourning and tributes from across the political spectrum. Turning Point USA has announced that a public memorial service will be held on Sunday, September 21, at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, the home of the NFL's...
What is shadow AI? And how to move to strategic AI Shadow AI is the use of any AI tools without official approval, oversight, or governance. If your workplace culture (or even just some of your employees) operates under an "ask for forgiveness, not permission" model, that could mean people are trying things leadership doesn't know about. That instinct—to just go for it and deal with the fallout later—is fine when the stakes are relatively low. But when the stakes are high, that same ins...
September 18, 2025 – PELL CITY, AL – Lieutenant Governor candidate Patrick Bishop addressed the St. Clair County Republican Party at their regularly scheduled meeting. Bishop is a retired U.S. Army Major and is currently a Cullman County Sheriff's deputy. Bishop is also a Christian preacher. "I am blessed to be here with you," said Major Bishop. Bishop said that he would like "To serve you as Lieutenant Governor." "My family has served this country for generations," said Bishop. "My father ser...
September 20, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) brought his decades of experience as an educator and coach to the forefront during a recent Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee hearing focused on the state of K–12 education in America. With Alabama's education system facing persistent challenges despite billions in annual spending, Tuberville used the hearing to seek practical solutions and elevate the voices of national experts. "Our n...
PRATTVILLE, AL - Edward Paul Packard, a pioneering figure in Alabama's election administration and a lifelong public servant, passed away in the early morning hours of September 14, 2025, at the age of 57. Known for his integrity, intellect, and unwavering commitment to the democratic process, Packard leaves behind a legacy that shaped how elections are conducted across Alabama and beyond. Born on February 16, 1968, at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas, Ed was the son of James and...
How AI is transforming accounting Once synonymous with spreadsheets and manual ledger entries, the accounting profession is undergoing a radical shift. Artificial intelligence (AI) is already reshaping industries like healthcare, logistics and financial management. Initial fears that AI would eliminate accounting jobs overlooked its true potential. By automating repetitive tasks, AI allows accountants to focus on strategic, analytical, and advisory roles, making their work more engaging and...
Mind the Gap: Women spend over 50% more than men on mental health prescriptions Women face steeper out-of-pocket costs for mental health care than men. New data from GoodRx, a platform for medication savings, shows that women consistently spend over 50% more out of pocket on medications to treat their mental health. This spending gap is driven by higher healthcare utilization and higher rates of chronic stress among women due to a multitude of factors. Women disproportionately shoulder...
What happens if you stop paying your bills? Life has a way of throwing unexpected curveballs. Financial hardship can strain your budget. You want to pay all your bills, and there's only so much money to go around. So you might have to make some choices about what gets paid now and what can wait until later. You have more control over your financial situation than you think. There are multiple pathways to a better financial future. The key is finding out what tools are available to you (and how...
September 18, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a renewed effort to combat one of the South's most destructive forest pests, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) joined Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS) in reintroducing the Emergency Pine Beetle Response Act of 2025. The bipartisan legislation aims to provide critical support to private landowners, timber businesses, and municipalities grappling with the economic and environmental fallout of southern pine beetle infestations. The bill comes amid...
Washington, D.C. - In a major bipartisan victory for public health and Alabama leadership, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) announced the unanimous passage of her landmark legislation, the Nancy Gardner Sewell Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection (MCED) Screening Coverage Act, through the House Ways and Means Committee. The bill, H.R. 842, cleared the committee with a 43–0 vote and now heads to the full House for consideration. Named in honor of Rep. Sewell's late mother, Nancy Gardner Sewell, w...
Protect your business: How to avoid a lawsuit or getting sued The dream of owning and operating a small business can become a nightmare if you're hit with a lawsuit. Of all the tasks you take on to protect your business investment, NEXT says knowing how to avoid a lawsuit and what to do if you get sued are essential business skills for stability and growth. Businesses spend an average of $1.2 million annually fighting litigation, according to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Education and...
Trump administration declares timber emergency after decades of employment decline in the industry Earlier this year, the Trump administration issued an executive order to increase timber production by at least 25%, citing wildfire risk reduction and economic development as the primary drivers behind the order. Whether President Donald Trump’s forest management policies will improve rural economies in communities formerly dependent on logging is a point of contention, however. The Daily Y...
September 17, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C.– The Republican Attorneys General Association (RAGA) today announced that its Executive Committee voted to formally endorse Katherine Robertson for Alabama Attorney General. Robertson is the only candidate in an open race for attorney general to earn this distinction in the 2026 election cycle and is one of less than 10 candidates in open seats over the past 27 years to be formally endorsed by RAGA. Prior to the formal endorsement of the RAGA Executive C...
How much does it cost to install kitchen cabinets in 2025? A kitchen needs storage as much as appliances, so it’s reasonable to expect that when the time comes to add, update, or outright replace the cabinetry in the heart of your home, there’ll be a literal price to pay. As with any question of home improvement pricing, there’s a spectrum of costs to consider when installing kitchen cabinets. How much you’re willing to spend is just one of many factors that influence the final total. Rather...
