Government — Page 19

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 […]

WASHINGTON — While House Republicans – including North Alabama’s Reps. Dale Strong and Robert Aderholt – voted lockstep to approve President Trump’s so-called “big, beautiful bill,” a leading GOP senator […]

HUNTSVILLE — The Top of Alabama Regional Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging is  holding a public hearing to gather input from older adults, caregivers, service providers, and community […]

MOULTON – Bobby Burch, longtime Lawrence County Commissioner, has announced he will run for mayor of Moulton in the upcoming municipal election. A lifelong resident of the city, Burch brings […]

HUNTSVILLE — The learning never stops, nor does the pursuit or exchange of ideas. It’s why a contingent from the City’s Planning Department recently attended the National Planning Conference in […]

BIRMINGHAM — Former Alabama Supreme Court Justice Jay Mitchell has launched his campaign for Alabama attorney general. Mitchell, who resigned his judicial seat two weeks ago, “brings extensive experience as […]

TUSCALOOSA — The largest delegation of girls to attend Girls State will hear from two of their most politically successful alums next week at the 83rd session of the American […]

DECATUR — Playing a pivotal role in Decatur’s growth as a city councilman, Carlton McMasters is seeking re-election to the District 3 seat. “Serving not only the residents of district […]

MONTGOMERY – Several North Alabama elementary schools will gain new classrooms thanks to a state early childhood education program. Gov. Kay Ivey and the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education […]

WASHINGTON – Supporting the importance of cotton to the region’s economy, U.S. Sen. Katie Britt introduced legislation to support products made with American-grown cotton. Britt (R-Montgomery) was joined by Sens. […]

HUNTSVILLE – Ensuring the voices of the city’s youth are heard and valued, Huntsville has launched a Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council. According to the city, the council is a dynamic […]

GURLEY – Though Madison County is the high-tech capital of Alabama, there are some areas that are underserved, or even unserved, in fiber optic broadband access. Today, thanks to work […]

WASHINGTON — The Government Accountability Office confirmed that, according to Air Force analyses, Redstone Arsenal is the preferred location for the U.S. Space Command headquarters. In a report released today, GAO […]

MADISON – Erica White has announced her intention to run for Madison City Council  District 6. White told 256 Today quality of life, communication, and infrastructure top her priorities in […]