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MONTGOMERY – Taking the “state’s election security to the highest level,” Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen said ballots in next year’s election will be enhanced with security emblems. Alabama is […]

MONTGOMERY – Communities looking for opportunities of economic development should apply for grants through the state’s Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy (SEEDS) program. Applications for the third round will […]

WASHINGTON – Calling Redstone Arsenal and Huntsville “probably the best kept secret in this country,” U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville touted building and operating the proposed Golden Dome defense in the […]

HUNTSVILLE – All aboard! Hoping to take advantage of a city landmark before the “train leaves the station,” Huntsville officials are asking the community for input on using the historic […]

WASHINGTON – In the wake of cost-cutting throughout the federal government and a proposed merger of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms and Drug Enforcement Administration, Attorney General Pam […]

HUNTSVILLE – The city of Huntsville’s Planning Department will host an event this week for public input on a study analyzing how best to merge public transportation and development along […]

MONTGOMERY – On the first official day of summer, Gov. Kay Ivey invited Alabama students to join her third annual Summer Reading Challenge. “Our students have earned a well-deserved summer break, but […]

GUNTERSVILLE — Marshall County Commission Chairman David Reed, who was appointed to the position two weeks ago, died Thursday. According to the Alabama Reporter, citing County Commissioner Ronny Shumate, Reed […]

HUNTSVILLE — Alabama Agriculture Commissioner Rick Pate said his decision to run for lieutenant governor comes from a desire to continue serving the state and build on the work he’s […]

DECATUR — The Greater Morgan County Builders Association has endorsed Kent Lawrence for mayor of Decatur, Lawrence’s campaign announced. In its endorsement, the GMCBA recognized Lawrence’s three decades of business […]

RUSSELLVILLE — Like his late father, Grayson Murray is passionate about Franklin County and its people. And now, like his late father, Grayson has the opportunity to serve the residents […]

MONTGOMERY — Manufacture Alabama has endorsed Sen. Tommy Tuberville for governor,  the organization announced today. “Manufacture Alabama seeks to endorse pro-business candidates who will advocate on behalf of manufacturers in […]

MONTGOMERY – The former manager of ADEM’s North Alabama Field Office in Decatur has been named director of the Alabama Department of Environmental Management. The Alabama Environmental Management Commission selected […]

MONTGOMERY — A fundraising idea from Pryor Field Airport Director Adam Fox is ready for takeoff. The idea, an aviation-themed license plate, is a commitment to aviation in Alabama, said […]

HUNTSVILLE — A letter to Huntsville City Council Member Michelle Watkins contained racist language and was called a “malicious attack” by the mayor. Watkins, who is in her first term […]

MONTGOMERY — Former Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner Kent Davis has sued Gov. Kay Ivey over his removal from office last year. The federal lawsuit was filed Wednesday in […]

FLORENCE – The West Lauderdale Water and Fire Protection Authority received a federal grant to install emergency backup generators at six critical booster pump stations. The Appalachian Regional Commission awarded […]

DECATUR — Barry Bullard, a lifelong resident of Decatur’s District 5, is running to represent the district on the Decatur City Council. Bullard said his campaign will focus on accountability, […]

BIRMINGHAM – Pledging to continue a commitment to keeping Alabama families safe, Katherine Robertson announced her candidacy for attorney general of Alabama. Robertson served as chief counsel to Attorney General […]

HENAGAR — This tiny DeKalb County city took a devastating 1-2 punch last year as tornadoes swept through the area. Not only were several streets and homes in Henagar damaged […]

GUNTERSVILLE — Marshall County Superintendent Cindy Wigley said she is seeking re-election, aiming to continue her mission of improving educational outcomes, expanding opportunities, and strengthening schools across the county. “I’m […]

MONTGOMERY — Citing the U.S. House budget reconciliation bill that would place food assistance for more than 750,000 Alabamians at critical risk, 50 organizations across the state urged Gov. Kay […]

WASHINGTON — In an effort to boost the nation’s defense through land and space-based capabilities, U.S. Rep. Dale Strong joined with U.S. Rep. Jeff Crank to launch the House Golden […]

MONTGOMERY – Longtime Marshall County businessman David Reed has been appointed chairman of the Marshall County Commission, Gov. Kay Ivey announced. Reed will fill the vacancy on the Marshall County […]