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Governor Kay Ivey is joining Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry in their state's period of mourning for the victims of the January 1, 2025 terrorist attack in New Orleans. In Alabama, Governor Ivey is especially remembering Kareem Badawi and Drew Dauphin, both who called Alabama home. Governor Ivey is calling on Alabamians to join the state of Louisiana on Monday, January 6, 2025, in their day of mourning for Kareem Badawai and Wednesday, January 8, 2025, in their day of mourning for Drew Dauphin....
January 6, 2024 - WASHINGTON, D.C., - the U.S. Congress has certified the electoral college results of the 2024 presidential election. Former President Donald J. Trump (R) is now officially the winner and will be formally inaugurated back into office on January 20. U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Alabama) released a statement after taking part in Congress' certification of the electoral votes for President Trump. "I was proud to participate in certifying the election of our nation's 47th President,...
If you're looking out your window mid-afternoon to a sunset, you're not alone. As winter settles in and the days grow shorter, most of us are all too familiar with the fatigue that seems to come along with the season. It's easy to point to colder weather, reduced sunlight, and overcast skies as the culprits behind those feelings of sluggishness and low mood. But here's a twist you might not have considered: While we often think of the winter months as a time for more sleep, the shorter days...
January 6, 2025 – IRONDALE, AL - Irondale Police Lieutenant Mark Meadows was killed by a motorist while putting out pylons in front of the Church of the Highlands for their 21 days of prayer event. A number of Alabama's elected leaders released statements mourning the tragic loss of Lt. Meadows. Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) said on X, "My heart is heavy as I have learned of the tragic loss of Irondale Police Lieutenant Mark Meadows, a veteran and true public servant. I join all Alabamians in l...
January 7, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday shared the tragic news that a member of her security detail, Justin Williams, passed away at the age of 42 after his courageous battle against cancer. The governor issued the following statement: "Today, we lost a member of our team, Justin Williams. Justin has served on my security detail since 2019 and tomorrow would have marked 19 years of service as a state trooper. Justin was a professional in every sense of the word. He was...
Americans are increasingly breathing toxic air as ozone smog rises and wildfires become more common and intense due to climate change. Poor air quality impacts more than your lungs. Despite decades of progress, a 2024 American Lung Association report found that 11.7 million more people are breathing unhealthy air compared to last year. Northwell Health partnered with Stacker to look at the most polluted cities in the United States using data from the Environmental Protection Agency and the...
It's the break of dawn in early December, eerie quiet, and bare trees stand frozen and tense against the biting wind. The atmosphere feels electric against gray clouds that blanket the sky, layering shades of dark, loom like a wall in the distance. Tiny flurries of leaves swirl sporadically as if they are rushing to flee. You've laced up your boots, stacked the snack pail, and are sipping piping hot Fire Grounds Bubba Brew from a trusty no-spill traveler mug. Outside, your truck idles in the...
January 7, 2025 - HOOVER, AL - The Alabama Republican Party is pleased to announce that State Representative Matt Woods (R-Walker County) will serve as the Party's nominee for the Special Election to fill the vacancy in Alabama Senate District 5. Representative Woods was the only candidate to qualify before qualifying closed today at 5:00 p.m. "We are excited to have Representative Matt Woods as our nominee for Senate District 5," said Alabama Republican Party Chairman John Wahl. "He is a solid...
January 7, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL), joined U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-AL), Ted Budd (R-NC), and the entire Senate GOP conference in announcing the introduction of the Laken Riley Act. The Laken Riley Act would require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to arrest illegal aliens who commit theft, burglary, larceny, or shoplifting offenses and would mandate that these aliens are detained until they are removed from the United States so t...
January 7, 2025 - JASPER, AL - The Alabama Farmers Federation has endorsed Rep. Matt Woods for the Alabama Senate District 5 seat being vacated by former Sen. Greg Reed. Reed is leaving the Senate to take a position in Gov. Kay Ivey's administration. District 5 encompasses Fayette, Lamar and Walker counties along with portions of Jefferson and Tuscaloosa counties. "I'm excited Matt Woods is running as are the farmers of this county," said Dorman Grace, Walker County Farmers Federation...
January 7, 2025 – MONTGOMERY, AL – Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed announced that interim Montgomery Police Department Chief James Graboys has been made the permanent chief of police. Graboys was appointed Interim Police Chief on July 15, 2024. He brings over 20 years of experience with the MPD, as well as leadership roles at the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) and as Chief of Police at Alabama State University (from 2012 to 2019) to the position. "Chief Graboys has shown outstanding lea...
Healthcare is a dynamic field that's constantly evolving, and allied health professionals consistently step up to meet growing challenges. The allied health workforce is extensive, encompassing a broad range of non-nursing, non-physician roles, from radiologic technologists and respiratory therapists to dietitians and occupational therapists. Whether making advances in medical imaging technology or delivering specialized therapies that improve patient outcomes, these skilled experts play...
Here are the top 10 states with the most and least public land, reports LandTrust, the land-sharing marketplace for outdoor recreation—including the number of acres and percentage of public land compared to the state's total land mass: Top 10 States with the Most Public Land Rank | State | Public Land (acres) | Percentage of Public Land | 1. Alaska | 365,481,600 | 95.8% | 2. Nevada | 56,972,280 | 87.8% | 3. Utah | 37,019,770 | 75.2% | 4. Idaho | 35,244,800 | 70.4% | 5. Oregon | 32,614,136 | 6...
January 8, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall today announced his support for President Donald J. Trump's commitment to restoring the rule of law in immigration policy. Attorney General Marshall joined a coalition of Republican attorneys general in signing a joint statement that highlights the critical need for strong border security measures and praises President Trump's leadership in addressing the immigration crisis. "Over the last four years, my colleagues and I...
January 9, 2025 – Temperatures across Alabama were in the low 20s across much of Alabama this morning and conditions are looking very wintery in the next few days. The Elmore County Humane Society reminds pet owners all over to please bring your pets inside and for those that must stay outside please make sure they have shelter and protection from the cold, wind and rain. Rea Cord is the Executive Director of the Elmore County Humane Society. "Your pets not only need shelter from wind & p...
January 8, 2024 – MOBILE, AL – Connie Hudson announced that she is running to be the mayor of Mobile. Hudson released a statement to introduce herself and explain why she believes that she is the best choice to succeed Mayor Sandy Stimpson who is not seeking reelection. "Today, after months of thought and prayerful consideration and a tremendous outpouring of support from the community, I am very pleased to formally announce my candidacy for Mayor of Mobile in the upcoming August 26 mun...
January 8, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-ALlabmaa joined U.S. Senator Rick Scott (R-Florida) in reintroducing the Sunshine Protection Act, or S.29, to officially "lock the clock" to end the twice-yearly time change and make Daylight Saving Time (DST) the national year-round standard. In 2022, Senator Tuberville's DST legislation passed the U.S. Senate by unanimous consent, but then-Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-California) refused to bring the legislation t...
Over the past two decades, extreme weather events and record-breaking temperatures fueled by climate change have put more lives at risk. In the United States and around the world, hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, and heat waves have become more frequent, intense—and deadly. But for America's most vulnerable populations, including older adults, these catastrophic weather events pose a heightened threat. Just look at Florida, where, in October, hurricanes Helene and Milton hit back-to-back. Milton,...
"It's hard to put a price tag, if you will, on the amount of human suffering that people are experiencing right now," Dr. Vivek Murthy, U.S. surgeon general, told All Things Considered in 2022, shortly after issuing an advisory that sounded the alarm on the epidemic of loneliness in the U.S. Human connection keeps us healthy, but many Americans report feeling lonely and isolated. According to an October 2023 Pew Research poll, 8% of Americans have no close friends. As political divisions...
January 9. 2025 – WASHINGTON D.C. – the funeral was held for former President Jimmy Carter (D). Carter, a naval officer, peanut farmer, and Georgia Governor, was President from 1977 to 1981. President-elect Donald J. Trump (R), President Joseph R. Biden (D), and former Presidents Barack H. Obama (D), George W. Bush (R), and William J. Clinton (D) were in attendance to honor President Carter at the Washington National Cathedral. Upon Carter's death, Biden – age 81 – became the oldest living...
January 9, 2025 – MONTGOMERY, AL – Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) has issued a state of emergency for 37 counties ahead of this week's winter weather. Governor Ivey also issued the following comment: "Cold temperatures have persisted in Alabama this week, and we are anticipating the potential for winter weather to impact our state, particularly our driving conditions. As we all know, winter weather is challenging in a state like Alabama due to forecast uncertainties. That being said, I enc...
The sooner you can start your small business financial planning for next year, the better. To get a jump on your to-do list for 2025, NEXT has compiled a list of tasks to help you and your business get the most out of the next calendar year. The 11 financial planning tasks for small business owners include: - Create attainable goals for the year - Make a roadmap to scope out every goal - Create a financial plan for the next fiscal year - Set up or refresh cash flow projections - Add 2025 tax...
January 9, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Thursday, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) released a video honoring Army National Guard Major Heath Drake as the January "Veteran of the Month." "Our time is one of the most valuable things that we can give. For Major Heath Drake of Leeds, he invests countless hours in his local community," said Sen. Tuberville on the Senate floor. "Heath decided to open two small businesses that employ Alabamians in his community. He developed an interest in v...
Most financial experts agree that the best time to start using a credit card is 18, as long as one is equipped with the financial education to tackle the responsibility of taking on debt. The sooner someone can begin building a history with banks, the better. In a country where taking part in the banking system is a necessary tool for economic opportunity, about 1 in 25 Americans still don't participate. Who are they, and why don't they manage their finances with banks? These adults who don't...
When choosing an engagement ring, many shoppers focus on design, aesthetic, symbolism, and quality. But people often forget that their engagement ring is something they'll wear every day. Your diamond ring should feel comfortable for daily wear, but it should also complement your daily fashion. VRAI, a fine jewelry brand featuring lab-grown diamonds, covers how to pair your engagement ring with your daily attire, including seasonal styling tips and how to accessorize. Know Your Ring's Style...
