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November 3, 2026 - MONTGOMERY – The Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) will vote later this month on a proposed amendment to the APLS Administrative Code addressing gender ideology in publicly funded libraries. Proponents of the amendment claim that it seeks to protect children from materials that promote or normalize gender ideology in youth sections and to ensure that Alabama's public libraries remain safe, family-centered environments. Opponents claim that the amendment would amount to cen...
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 24, 2025 - OXFORD, AL - Alabama businessman Rodney Walker has made a bold financial commitment to his campaign for the United States Senate, investing $350,000 of his own money to support his bid for federal office. The substantial contribution underscores Walker's pledge to bring principled, conservative leadership to Washington and reflects his belief in self-funded, grassroots-driven campaigning. Walker, president of Patriot Fueling Centers USA and Walker Lands and Cattle LLC,...
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,...
In a bold pivot from football fame to political ambition, former University of Alabama quarterback A.J. McCarron has officially announced his candidacy for Lieutenant Governor of Alabama in the 2026 election. The Mobile native, known for leading the Crimson Tide to back-to-back national championships in 2011 and 2012, is entering the political arena as a Republican outsider, pledging to challenge entrenched Montgomery insiders and defend what he calls Alabama's "conservative and cultural values....
October 23, 2025 – ATMORE, AL – The state of Alabama executed Anthony Boyd for the murder and kidnapping of Gregory Huguley after thirty years spent on death row. Earlier this evening, Governor Ivey informed Corrections Commissioner John Hamm that she would not exercise her clemency powers in this case and directed him to proceed with the execution of Anthony Todd Boyd for the 1993 kidnapping and murder of Huguley. Boyd and his accomplices burned Huguley alive for a $200 drug debt. "On the eve...
The AI data center boom is here. What will it mean for land, water and power in Canada? It was announced last December that a data center more than 32 times the size of the current largest data center in the world has its sights on a drought-stricken region in Alberta, The Narwhal reports. Chief Sheldon Sunshine of Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation first heard about the $70-billion data center campus proposed right next door in a press release. Sunshine was surprised, as his nation had not been...
October 22, 2025 – WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Roger Wicker (R-Mississippi), Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL03), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, issued a statement following an announcement by President Donald J. Trump (R) that he is increasing sanctions on Russia. "Ukraine has long agreed to President Trump's proposal to begin negotiations at the current line of control following an immediate ceasefire," said Rogers a...
In a sweeping show of grassroots engagement, thousands of Alabama families, faith leaders, and advocacy groups have rallied behind proposed changes to the Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) code. The effort, led by Clean Up Alabama in partnership with Fairhope Faith Collective, Eagle Forum, Moms for Liberty, and churches across the state, culminated in the hand-delivery of nearly 5,500 public comment letters-just before the submission deadline. This surge of civic participation reflects growi...
More articles are now created by AI than humans Since ChatGPT launched in November 2022, many companies have explored publishing content generated by LLMs such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini to grow their traffic across channels such as Google Search, social, and advertising. This is a cost-effective alternative to spending hundreds of dollars for humans to write content. The quality of AI content is rapidly improving. In many cases, AI-generated content is as good or better than content...
More homebuyers are ghosting sellers: 10 cities where it's happening most Americans are dealing with one of the slowest housing markets in history. Years of rising home prices and unpredictable mortgage rates have scared off many would-be buyers, and even when deals are made, more are falling apart before closing. In September, more than 53,000 deals nationwide were canceled, representing 15% of homes that went under contract that month. That’s up from 13.6% a year earlier. In other words, m...
BALDWIN COUNTY, AL. October 20, 2025 - The Alabama Farmers Federation has announced its endorsement of local businessman Joe Freeman for House District 95 in Baldwin County. "Joe Freeman is a conservative businessman who understands the importance of agriculture and business in Baldwin County," said Hope Cassebaum, president of the Baldwin County Farmers Federation. "Joe will take the needs of farmers, business owners and all the people in House District 95 to Montgomery." Freeman, who attended...
TALLADEGA, Ala. - October 22, 2025 - Rodney Walker, Republican candidate for the United States Senate, has received a major endorsement from one of Alabama's most respected agricultural leaders. Chris Langley, the state's 2017 Farmer of the Year and a fifth-generation land steward from Chambers County, announced his support for Walker's campaign, citing the candidate's deep understanding of rural issues and commitment to defending Alabama's agricultural economy. Langley, who operates Langley...
MONTGOMERY, AL - Attorney General Steve Marshall today hosted the 26th Annual Alabama Attorney General's Law Enforcement Summit. The Summit, held at the Church of the Highlands, provided continuing education training for law enforcement and attorneys from across the state. Participants heard from experts on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in Alabama, efforts to combat human trafficking, and modern-day policing. The event also included a memorial ceremony honoring...
More and better patient care: An AI platform CEO predicts the future of healthcare After Sam De Brouwer's AI company, doc.ai, was acquired by Atlanta-based Sharecare in February 2023, it went IPO at a valuation of $3.9 billion. She then founded healthcare startup XY.AI Labs, offering AI automation for revenue cycle management (RCM), data entry, document processing, and scheduling, empowering providers to focus on care, not clicks. De Brouwer also curates and produces TEDAI, the first-of-its-kind...
Women-owned business certification: Benefits, options, and how to get started Many buyers want to support women-owned businesses. The sticking points are always the same: Where do we find them? How do we verify? How fast can we onboard? If those are the questions, certification is the answer. It places women-owned businesses in searchable directories buyers already use, provides recognized verification of ownership and control, and streamlines compliance and vendor onboarding with standardized...
Think before you ink: What you need to know about tattoo safety from a dermatologist Tattoos are generally safe, but they aren't risk-free. Here's what to consider before going under the needle. Practicing dermatology doesn’t just involve treating rashes and sunburns and administering cosmetic injectables. With 32% of Americans having a tattoo, including 22% who have more than one, it’s common to see another type of condition: regret. That feeling isn’t just about a tattoo artist making an er...
